DMZ Adventure Loop
Vietnam
Most popular, Off-road Sections
4 days/3 nights
Driver / Pillion, Jeep, Motorbike self-ride, Scooter self-ride
755 km
Price: from 720 USD
4 days/3 nights – Take a shot of history as we ride through stunning mountain scenery and lush, mountain pathways that lead us back in time to remote border villages and to sites of more recent and bloody events. We explore sites from the American-Vietnamese war, including Khe Sanh and the notorious Vinh Moc tunnels. Both places have names that are etched in history. We retrace the steps taken by millions of soldiers as we travel down the infamous Highway 9. A night of luxury returns us to the present in the historic city of Hue, before a relaxed ride along Vietnam’s stunning coastline brings us back to Hoi An on the final day.
highlights
- Ethnic Minority Villages
- Cham Temple
- Hai Van Pass
- Local Cuisine
- Old-Growth Rainforest
- Mountain Waterfalls
- Ho Chi Minh Trail
- Hamburger Hill
- Khe Sanh Combat Base
- Khe Sanh Museum
- Crossing the 17th Parallel
- Historic Vinh Moc Tunnels
- World Heritage Sites
Tour Includes
- Experienced English Speaking Guide
- Jeep and driver or Motorbike for self-riding (licence required)
Personal, local licensed motorbike driver if you prefer to sit on the back of the bike - Fuel
- 3 x Breakfast, 4 x Lunch, 3 x Dinner
- Snacks
- 3 night’s accommodation **
- Entry Fees and Ferry Crossings
- International Safety Standard Helmet
- Drinking Water and Soft Drinks on the Road
- Saddle Bags, Gloves & Rain Ponchos (if needed)
- T-Shirt
- If more than 6 riders there will also be a tour mechanic coming
- If more than 8 riders there will also be a 2nd guide and support van for luggage coming along
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ** Single room available at request. Single supplement charges apply.
Tour excludes
- Alcohol
- Minibar Drinks
- Drinks (after travel time on the road / during dinner)
- Laundry
- Personal & Motorbike Insurance (for motorcycle accident)
- Personal Expenses/Tips
- Damages to Motorcycle, Jeep or Tour Equipment
DAY 1: COUNTRYSIDE RIDING
Hoi An to Tay Giang 120 km)
We pick you up from your hotel and then head west and climb our way into the mountains. As we wind our way up into the hills towards the Lao border home to the Co Tu Ethnic minority group, we take a break to visit some Co Tu Ethnic Minority villages and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing our journey deep in to the mountains, meandering through isolated villages of the Co Tu people where the culture and traditions remain untouched by time making this remote and staggeringly beautiful region home to one of the most authentic hill tribes to remain in Vietnam.
(Accommodation: Basic Hotel)
(Meals: Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH TRAIL
Tay Giang to Khe Sanh via A Luoi (235 km)
After breakfast in the village, we resume our bike ride to Khe Sanh. Today we travel the historic Ho Chi Minh Highway through lush rainforests and over magnificent mountain passes. Take a refreshing dip in a mountain waterfall at midday, where we’ll break for a picnic lunch.We begin the afternoon winding through the A Shau Valley, a ruggedly beautiful valley that became famous during the American War as the site of many battles – the most famous being Khe Sanh – where we stay for the night. Before we check into the hotel we visit the Museum and former combat base, that was under siege for 67 days.
(Accommodation: Hotel)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 3: TUNNEL & TRAILS
Khe Sanh to Hue via Vinh Moc Tunnels (220 km)
Driving along Highway 9, we pass famous American war sites like the Rock Pile and Camp Carol, before crossing the former border between North and South Vietnam at the 17th parallel. We arrive at the Vinh Moc tunnels, where an entire village went underground in the 1960s to survive the bombing. After exploring the tunnels, we head to a local beach where you can cool off with a swim. After lunch, we drive along the coastline and arrive in Hue late afternoon.
(Accommodation: Hotel)
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 4: HAI VAN PASS
Hue to Hoi An via Hai Van Pass (190 km)
On your bike – it’s time to set off on the final day of our motorbike adventure! Today’s bike journey takes us back to Hoi An by a different route, trading in the mountains for the gorgeous Vietnamese coastline. We head east from Hue and then travel parallel to the sea, passing through fishing villages and along pristine sandy beaches for the first part of the drive. The salty air and refreshing sea breezes are a dramatic contrast to the mountain air from the previous days. We’ll stop often to dip our toes in the sea, chat with fishermen and to take photos. At the half way point of our drive, we climb to Highway 1’s highest point, Hai Van Pass, where panoramic views of the coast are all around. The road then winds down toward Hoi An, passing through Danang city and along the coastline.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
Pricing
4,2200,000 VND (180 USD) per day per person going by motorbike or Jeep.
- – You can either ride yourself or sit on the back with one of our experienced drivers or go as passenger in a Jeep.
If there are two of you, it’s only 3,105,000 VND (135 USD) per day for the pillion passenger, if you share one bike.
- – Flexible rates on larger groups.
Children under 12 receive a 30% discount.
Prices are based on a minimum of 2 people departing. Private tours for solo riders available on request (surcharge applies).
Prices are based on twin share accommodation. Single rooms available on request (surcharge applies).
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Testimonials
An Amazing 4 Days! The scenery was spectacular, the villages we visited were really lovely and the locals we met were so welcoming even though we were intruding in their everyday lives. It is just such a beautiful country to visit and the Hoi An Motorbike adventure team make it so easy to do.
Wendy, Australia
Good morning Vietnam — the best adventure ever! We booked the DMZ tour with Hoi An Motorbike Adventures which was four days and three nights of amazing experiences. We had an absolute blast and our eyes, ears and brains were opened wide for the entire trip.
Julie, New Zealand
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