Explore Indochina

Explore Indochina The greatest motorcycle adventures in Laos & the Himalayas. Exciting motorbike adventures to remote locations rarely visited
(17)

𝘈 𝘚𝘏𝘖𝘙𝘛 𝘙𝘐𝘋𝘌 𝘐𝘕 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘑𝘜𝘕𝘎𝘓𝘌 - 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗜 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗛 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗕𝗬 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗘'Exactly on time, Digby’s motorbike pulled up outside my ...
22/01/2024

𝘈 𝘚𝘏𝘖𝘙𝘛 𝘙𝘐𝘋𝘌 𝘐𝘕 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘑𝘜𝘕𝘎𝘓𝘌 - 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗜 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗛 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗕𝗬 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗘

'Exactly on time, Digby’s motorbike pulled up outside my hotel. In the intensity of television shoots you get to know people pretty well, and it was good to see him again. Small and dark, his mischievous face was creased from two decades of Asian sun, tens of thousands of miles on motorbikes and a surfeit of booze and laughter.
Brought up in Canberra – much to his dismay – and trained as a lawyer, he had fled the constraints of Australian society aged twenty six and never gone home. Rebellious by nature, Digby never seemed to care what other people thought of him and had the sort of uproarious laugh which could infect a roomful of curmudgeons. Occasionally, his garrulousness was replaced by unpredictable silences, the source of his supposedly aloof reputation. But his generosity, humour, razor-sharp intellect and passion for bikes and the Trail far outweighed the occasionally taciturn aspects of his personality.'

A Short Ride in the Jungle is a fantastic travel book written by our friend and fellow motorcycling enthusiast Antonia Bolingbroke-Kent. Highly recommended!

Click the link below to read on.

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/a-short-ride-in-the-jungle

Vietnam... The land of untold beauty and rich cultural heritage. We think it's fair to say we know a thing or two about ...
17/01/2024

Vietnam... The land of untold beauty and rich cultural heritage.

We think it's fair to say we know a thing or two about touring Vietnam and what it entails. After all, we've had the privilege of guiding Top Gear, Gordon Ramsey and Charley Boorman through this enchanting spot, along with their production & support teams!

We started riding Vietnam back in the early 90's, and as you can probably imagine, things were some what different back then. A friend and I set out on one of the very first 125cc Minsk motorcycle adventures in north Vietnam. We had no idea what we were doing and spent most of the time getting lost and trying to work out of how to stop the Minsks from falling apart! This led to the creation of our very own Minsk Club, dedicated to riders of smoke belching two-stroke 125cc Belarussian motorcycles, which were the only bikes at the time that could tackle Vietnam's badly maintained road network. Unknowingly at the time, the club would prove pivotal at highlighting the motorcycling potential of north Vietnam to the world.

Fast-forward a few decades and we are still leading adventure riders through this mesmerizing country, albeit on slightly more reliable bikes! 😅

If you would like to tour Vietnam with the second-ever motorcycle tour company in Vietnam, (credit goes to Fredo Binh for the 1st!), then please feel free to send us a message. We are always happy to answer questions and assist you as best we can.

There are more details about our upcoming tours on our website, check it out.

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours/whole-vietnam-motorcycle-tour

15/01/2024

FILL IN THE BLANK. Post in the comments below 👇

My favourite country to tour on 2wheels is .............

Tour season incoming! - We have a little over 2 weeks until we kick off 2024 on the infamous blood trail and we can't wa...
11/01/2024

Tour season incoming! - We have a little over 2 weeks until we kick off 2024 on the infamous blood trail and we can't wait. 🤘

We head to Laos with a full compliment of riders on this awesome 10 day tour, that heads out of Vientiane on the 29th. Our riders will experience some of THE best trail riding in the world, along with boat crossings, bamboo bridges and all the thrills & spills that come with riding the original Ho Chi Minh Trail.

To those of you that couldn't make it, we hope to see you next year. To our riders joining us, gear yourselves up for a cracking time. 👌

𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗞𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡Back when we first got to Vietnam, the only motorcycles on the roads here were remn...
03/01/2024

𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗞𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡

Back when we first got to Vietnam, the only motorcycles on the roads here were remnants of the Warsaw Pact—Javas, MZs, Simpsons and Minsks. All our initial adventures up into the mountains and down the Ho Chi Minh Trail were done on these bikes, and when we formed Explore and started offering tours we settled on our two favourites: the 650cc Russian Ural and the 125cc Belarusian Minsk.

The Ural and the Minsk still have a special place in our hearts. We had so many adventures on them, and actually feel like we contributed to their history in some small way by supplying them to Gordon Ramsay, Charley Boorman, the BBC and the Top Gear team on their tours of Vietnam. So, here are a few examples of appearances these awesome motorcycles have made on television and film over the years!

Click the link to read on...

https://exploreindochina.com/urals-and-minsks-on-the-silver-screen

To all friends and followers of Explore Indochina, we wish you a Merry Christmas 🎄 and an even merrier New Year! We look...
25/12/2023

To all friends and followers of Explore Indochina, we wish you a Merry Christmas 🎄 and an even merrier New Year!

We look forward to seeing you in 2024 to create some unbelievable memories and to ride some of the best roads in the world! 🏍️

Take advantage of this opportunity to start organizing your 2024 excursions! We are thrilled to offer a selection of rem...
22/12/2023

Take advantage of this opportunity to start organizing your 2024 excursions! We are thrilled to offer a selection of remarkable Motorcycle Tours that are sure to captivate adventure enthusiasts like yourself. Although spaces are limited, we still have a few openings remaining for these extraordinary experiences.

HCM Trail, 29th January - Fully Booked. (Join a reserve list in case a seat becomes available)

Mongolia Magic, 6th June - Seats still available.

Mongolia Mystery, 21st June - Seats still available.

Himalayan High, 29th July - Seats still available.

To obtain additional details about each tour, please send us a message or visit our website for convenient booking options.

📞 +84 98 920 48 20 (WhatsApp)
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours

𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗞𝗦, 𝗠𝗨𝗗 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦.Rider Magazine is one of the few motorcycle mags from back in the day that's still going strong....
17/12/2023

𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗞𝗦, 𝗠𝗨𝗗 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦.

Rider Magazine is one of the few motorcycle mags from back in the day that's still going strong. Here, Perri Campbell recounts his tour through VN's highlands...

It was twilight when we pulled into Cao Bang, and traffic was picking up. Our guide motioned to us to park the Minsks at a nondescript building on a street corner about half way into town. There a grinning man approached carrying a small compressor, a spray wand and a hose.

It was North Vietnam’s version of a car wash and a welcome sight indeed. It had rained all day, and the dirt roads we were riding in the highlands of North Vietnam along the Chinese border had turned into streams — nay, rivers — of mud. Not only were the bikes coated with a thick goo, but all our gear and clothing were as well.... Click the link to read on.

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/rider-magazine

Did you know we have led more than 700 tours since 1999? Here's a couple of testimonials from over the years our custome...
15/12/2023

Did you know we have led more than 700 tours since 1999?

Here's a couple of testimonials from over the years our customers have left us. We take great pride in ensuring every rider has a fantastic trip with us and we love getting positive feedback.

𝙏𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙨:

Russel - "The Explore Team went out of their way to make it all happen extremely well—even catching us with a replacement set of boots after big foot failure on day 2!"

Geoff - "It woud have to be one of the best things I've ever done . We have done two trips and will be back for a third in the not too distant future . Highly recommended"

Chris - "I've done quite a bit of trail riding in the UK over 20yrs and this trip was absolutely amazing. The local knowledge and competence of Digby not forgetting the invaluable assistance of our tail end mechanic made this 8 day trip all the more enjoyable"

Mac - "This is not only a bike tour but a food tour, a cultural tour, a scenic tour—everything you expect and much, much more"

Did you have a great time on one of our tours? We'd love to hear about it in the comments below 👇

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/

We have two fantastic tours through Mongolia, it's a choice of heading East or West... But you could always do both. Mon...
05/12/2023

We have two fantastic tours through Mongolia, it's a choice of heading East or West... But you could always do both.

Mongolia Magic and Mongolia Mystery are both epic tours that all motorcycle adventurers need to ride. Read more about the itineraries of each tour and the tour destinations by clicking the link below. 👇

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours

EXPLORE THE UNCHARTERED HOMELAND OF CHINGGIS KHAN. 👌In East Mongolia, the freedom to roam is unparalleled. There are no ...
04/12/2023

EXPLORE THE UNCHARTERED HOMELAND OF CHINGGIS KHAN. 👌

In East Mongolia, the freedom to roam is unparalleled. There are no fences or borders to hinder your journey. Want to explore that distant mountain or forest – veer off the road and head straight there. With boundless landscapes and endless possibilities, Explore Indochina motorcycle adventures ensure an unforgettable experience.

You’ll walk the ground where Temüjin (later Chinggis Khan) grew up, married his wife Borte, and escaped from slavery before becoming the man who changed the course of world history. You’ll visit his place of birth, the ground on which he was coronated, and where he fought his first battles against his arch-rival Jamukha.

You’ll be amazed by the abundance of wild and domestic animals roaming the vast plains. Apart from the incredible annual gazelle migration in the Toson Kulstai National Park, you’ll pass herds of goats, sheep, horses, yaks and wild camels while the skies are full of eagles, hawks, and vultures. With most days spent off-road and nights in traditional ger camps, you’ll genuinely experience Mongolia in a way few have.

🏍️ SUZUKI DR-Z400
📅 9 days, 10 nights.

This confirmed ride runs from June 21 to June 29, 2024. Send us a message for more information or visit our website.

https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours/mongolian-mystery-9-day-motorcycle-tour

30/11/2023

Unseen behind the scenes footage from the Vietnam Top Gear Special. 🇻🇳

Everyone went to a nearby abandoned airfield to film an entire segment that never made it to the final cut. Before the shoot, Explore Indochina was asked to find a 5’8” person to be the “Communist Stig”. One of their team fitted the bill, but we were told he had to ride wheelies. Ultimately, Top Gear shipped in an Aussie kid famous for riding wheelies on motocross bikes. They dressed him as the STIG and put him on a powerful Honda dirt bike. They set up a basic obstacle course to see which bike was the fastest. After completing the course, the Stig would race towards one of the presenters, skid and stop as close as possible to their crotch. The Vietnamese minders said this was too dangerous. Jezza grumbled because it was his idea. The whole scene was rather pointless because the Minsk was much faster than the 50cc Honda, and none of the bikes could skid. The poor kid no doubt told all his friends he was the Stig, only to have the scene cut.

Read more about this iconic Top Gear episode, click the link below 👇

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/top-gear-vietnam-special

𝗔𝗗𝗩 𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗘 - 𝗦𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗔Sean Goldhawk wrote this article about his time exploring Vietnam with us for ADV...
23/11/2023

𝗔𝗗𝗩 𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗘 - 𝗦𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗕𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗔

Sean Goldhawk wrote this article about his time exploring Vietnam with us for ADV Rider Magazine. He took a real interest in our 125cc Minsks and 650cc Urals!

Click the link to give it a read.

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/adv-rider-magazine

Here's a couple of snaps from our most recent tour in the Indian Himalayas back in the summer... and what a tour it was!...
20/11/2023

Here's a couple of snaps from our most recent tour in the Indian Himalayas back in the summer... and what a tour it was!

This place never fails in providing an unforgettable adventure, for us and our fellow riders. The next Himalayan High adventure heads out of Delhi on the morning of July 29th, 2024.

So, what are you waiting for? Click the link below to reserve your seat. 🇮🇳

https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours/himalayas-motorcycle-tour

𝗧𝗩 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 -  𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗘𝗬 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡: 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗢𝗠 𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦Charley Boorman made a TV series about riding around SE Asia, ‘on one t...
15/11/2023

𝗧𝗩 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 - 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗘𝗬 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡: 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗢𝗠 𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦

Charley Boorman made a TV series about riding around SE Asia, ‘on one tank of petrol’, doing his thing while marketing a particular brand of engine oil.

Charley called Digby, who had ridden with him before and told the producers to approach Explore Indochina because he wanted to ride one of their 650cc Ural motorcycles. We took care of him and arranged all his activities in Hanoi. This included visiting our massive bike garage, meeting trendy local bikers at a biker café, and driving around Hanoi in an old US Army jeep.

Best of all, Charley rode with us on the first day of our annual Rally Indochina charity ride. He participated in our safety briefing and rode with us into the rice-terraced hills on the way to Mai Chau. The Rally supports the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation, so we set up a meeting between Charlie and the Foundation’s head Michael Brosowski. Charley visited the Blue Dragon HQ and highlighted their important work in improving the lives of impoverished street kids.

Charley was in Hanoi with us for a few days, and we got to know him better over several dinners. He is a lovely, friendly, down-to-earth guy. It’s worth watching the show, especially if you are interested in Blue Dragon’s work.

𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄. 👇

https://exploreindochina.com/charley-boorman-freedom-riders

𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗧 - With our founder, Digby Greenhalgh.Explore Indochina evolved way back in the e...
13/11/2023

𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗧 - With our founder, Digby Greenhalgh.

Explore Indochina evolved way back in the early 90s as an offshoot of the infamous Minsk Motorcycle Club, a small collective of diehard motorcycle enthusiasts. There are two things that will never change – we’ll always love motorcycles, and we’ll always love exploring – the more remote the better!

We pieced together the original Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos and Vietnam, we worked with Top Gear, Charley Boorman and Gordon Ramsay, and we run the some of best motorcycle tours available in the majestic Himalayas.

We have limited availability for our 2024 Himalayan High Tour and seats are filling up fast, please get in touch if you require more information or would like to reserve your seat.

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours/himalayas-motorcycle-tour

10/11/2023

We are now welcoming bookings for the best Himalayan motorcycle tour available.

This bucket-list adventure is for experienced riders keen to cruise some of the world’s most remarkable roads. You’ll be free to ride at your own pace by following an informative route booklet and smartphone app. A large support team will accompany the expedition and the route is specially designed to acclimatize you to the extreme altitudes.

This is a thrilling adventure that all motorcycle enthusiasts must experience at least once in their lifetime. Join our journey to witness some of the world's highest mountains whilst immersing yourself in India's rich culture and mesmerizing nature. You will ride the legendary Royal Enfield Bullet 500. Motorcycle, fuel, accommodation, meals, support team and permits are all included in the price. Starting from $4100 p/p.

This adventure heads out of Delhi on the morning of July 29, 2024, and ends in Leh on August 8, 2024.

Spaces are extremely limited. Book by messaging us directly or through our website.

🌐 www.exploreindochina.com

A seat has just become available for our upcoming Ho Chi Minh Trail Tour, starting Monday, January 29, 2024, and finishi...
29/10/2023

A seat has just become available for our upcoming Ho Chi Minh Trail Tour, starting Monday, January 29, 2024, and finishing on Wednesday, February 07, 2024. 🚨

Start 2024 with a bang by conquering the infamous blood road! This adventure is only suitable for experienced dirt bikers who want to test their skills on the original cobblestoned Ho Chi Minh Trail through impoverished regions still blighted by unexploded ordnance. Digby Greenhalgh, whom the BBC has hired two times to guide film crews down the Ho Chi Minh Trail on both sides of the border, personally leads all tours.

Please send us a message for more information or visit our website.

https://exploreindochina.com/motorcycle-tours/laos-motorcycle-tour

We take great pride in ensuring our riders have the best possible experience whilst touring with us! Read our rider test...
20/10/2023

We take great pride in ensuring our riders have the best possible experience whilst touring with us!

Read our rider testimonials about their personal experiences touring with Explore Indochina, by clicking the link below! 🏍

🌐 https://exploreindochina.com/testimonials

Address

Mipec Riverside, Long Bien
Hanoi
100000

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Explore Indochina posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Explore Indochina:

Videos

Share


Other Hanoi travel agencies

Show All