![Reply](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/buttons/reply.gif) |
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
2 Mar 2017
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 1
|
|
Thailand to China Via Vietnam
Hi Everyone
Is it possible to travel from Thailand to China Via Vietnam and once in China to get to Mongolia and onto Russia.
Planning for Aug 2017
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
2 Mar 2017
|
![Nuff Said's Avatar](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/avatars/Avatar120.jpg) |
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 258
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by kxrya1
Hi Everyone
Is it possible to travel from Thailand to China Via Vietnam and once in China to get to Mongolia and onto Russia.
Planning for Aug 2017
|
YES
But all comes with a cost?
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
13 Mar 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: New Zealand
Posts: 102
|
|
Landcruiser
Yes it's all possible....
I did it in a Toyota Landcruiser and had a blast
Check out my website for mor details
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
13 Mar 2017
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Da Lat, Viet Nam
Posts: 14
|
|
Need more information...
Quote:
Originally Posted by kxrya1
Hi Everyone
Is it possible to travel from Thailand to China Via Vietnam and once in China to get to Mongolia and onto Russia.
Planning for Aug 2017
|
Assuming you're traveling by motorcycle, you're going to have a challenge getting it into Vietnam; a lot depends on which border guard(s) you get. Be prepared to get turned down and then try again later after shift change. Also be prepared to pay a "coffee money" bribe.
If you do get in, your motorcycle will be noted in your passport and the bike has to leave the country within 30 days, regardless of what your visa says.
Getting into China from Vietnam will also, as I understand it, be a challenge, but I've never tried it or considered it, so I can't be of much help. Re this, I would get in touch with one of the motorcycle tour companies in Hanoi. They would have a better feel for this, even if they don't run tours to China.
If you will get to Da Lat, give me a heads-up ahead of time and we can grab a beverage or a meal.
Good luck!
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
13 Mar 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: NSW Australia - but never there
Posts: 1,235
|
|
Thailand, Vietnam and China all have pretty strict regulations governing entry with a motor vehicle and there can be requirements to be accompanied by guides as well which adds hugely to the cost and complexity
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
26 Mar 2017
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Thailand
Posts: 14
|
|
Im an Aussie living in Thailand, and recently rode my Thai registered bike through Laos into China and through China to Shangri-La, that said, I have done Laos before solo, but riding into China I did with a Thai group because of the hastles with riding China solo. The group had a support vehicle, which had a local guide with us the whole time.
I have also heard the same issues with riding into Vietnam. One solution can sometimes be if you can find a local group that is doing the ride, say through China, join them but only one way.
This is the Thai group I went with.
https://www.facebook.com/Biz-Rider-1441353862768791/
I can empathise with you, Myanmar, Vietnam and China really all land lock Asia for overland riding, and even coming into Thailand now has had restrictions put onto it due to the Chinese coming here for holidays and leaving Chinese registered vehicles in Thailand until their next visit.
I would dearly love to be able to ride into China, or west through Myanmar through to India and onwards but these countires make it difficult.
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
![Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.](/stuff/ripcord/ripcord-logo-250.jpg)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
![Five books by Graham Field!](/stuff/grahamfield/graham-field-2021-280.jpg)
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|