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The coastal route from Bà Rịa Vũng Tàu to Huế always holds a special allure for travel enthusiasts. With a itinerary spanning about a week to 9 days, you'll have ample time to both wander and explore all the distinctive beauties of Vietnam.
6 compelling reasons why you should pack your backpack and embark on a coastal journey at least once in your lifetime
And summer is the perfect time to rally your comrades and set off on an adventure along this legendary route, with the deep blue of the sea and countless other irresistible attractions.
1. Explore pristine beaches
Of course! With a route that runs 80% along the coastline, it's easy to stop at any beach and dive into the crystal-clear waters. The beaches in the central region always have a mystical allure for explorers.
Discover the stunning and untouched beaches along the coastal route, including Hồ Tràm, Nước Ngọt Beach, Cape Dinh, Đại Lãnh Beach, Môn Beach, Xép Beach, Nồm Beach, Kỳ Co Beach, and countless hidden gems tucked away behind vast sand dunes awaiting your exploration. For those opting for safety and avoiding risks, beaches like Ông Địa Rock Beach, Dài Beach, Quy Nhơn Beach, and Mỹ Khê Beach are top destinations not to be missed. Since most of these beaches are in tourist cities, rest assured you'll have all services from A to Z to fully enjoy.
2. Enchanting yourself with captivating beautiful bays
If you're someone who enjoys reading about travel information in Vietnam, you're probably familiar with names like Vĩnh Hy Bay, Vân Phong Bay, Vũng Rô Bay, Xuân Đài Bay, and Lăng Cô Bay. If you've always been amazed by paradise-like photos but haven't witnessed them firsthand, this is an opportunity you can't miss.
Bays always offer perfect beauty during the two most beautiful moments of the day: sunrise and sunset. It will be unforgettable experiences when you let go of all worries in life and silently admire the passage of time, especially in a seaside area you set foot in for the first time. Capture those beautiful photos and share with friends; you'll surely gain many admirers and envy.
3. Conquer the famous lighthouses
Along the journey on the coastal route, famous lighthouses like Kê Gà, Cape Dinh, Hòn Chút, Mũi Điện, Gành Đèn are indispensable. Among them, Mũi Điện is the easternmost point on the administrative map, while Kê Gà is the tallest and oldest lighthouse in Vietnam. Just that alone is enough to motivate you to embark on the journey of conquest, isn't it?
At each lighthouse you visit, there are different interesting aspects even though they're just indifferent beacons. While Kê Gà and Hòn Chút lighthouses only require canoeing, Mũi Điện and Cape Dinh challenge your patience with much more difficult trekking routes. But after all, standing where the sea stretches out before you, listening to the waves crashing against the rocks below, you'll feel the vastness and grandeur of the sea like never before.
4. Conquer the tempting roads
It can be said that the DT701 and DT702 roads from Cà Ná to Cam Ranh are the epitome of the most enticing coastal routes. Beautiful, deserted roads with constantly changing landscapes can easily overwhelm you. Sometimes with mountains on one side and the sea on the other, sometimes a never-ending stretch of road ahead, or running along the coast for a long stretch.
Don't think only the Central Highlands or Northwest have mountain passes. On this route, you'll have to conquer two extremely dangerous mountain passes, Cả Pass and Hải Vân Pass. Besides, there are countless small passes where if you're not careful, you could lose control at any time. Nothing is easy, so when you overcome those dangerous stretches, you'll be rewarded with unbelievably beautiful scenery.
5. Adventure across vast sand dunes
Where there's a sea, there must be sand. Just venture into Bình Thuận province, and you'll find vast sand dunes like flying sand dunes or Trinh Nữ sand dunes. Moving up to Ninh Thuận, you'll come to Nam Cương sand dunes, while in Khánh Hòa, there are deserts like Đầm Môn or Phương Mai sand dunes in Quy Nhơn, all displaying breathtaking beauty.
Don't overlook those beautiful sand dunes mentioned above because you'll have many experiences and own many beautiful photos if you're willing to spend some time exploring. While climbing sand dunes can be quite strenuous, think about the scenery you might encounter when you reach the top. Words cannot fully describe it, so come and see it with your own eyes.
6. Experience the life of fishermen
This is perhaps one of the most memorable experiences on this coastal route. The lives of coastal people are not as easy as you might think. Their livelihoods depend heavily on the weather. On rainy or stormy days, they have to gamble their lives to make a living.
Challenges aside, you'll find that happiness and optimism still shine through the faces of these fishermen. They are very enthusiastic in helping when needed. Understanding more about the lives of these people, you'll gain some life experience for yourself. The journey will make you more mature, knowledgeable, and appreciative of life. Dare to pack your backpack and go if you're still young, still healthy, still eager to experience and explore this beautiful S-shaped country.
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourJune 7, 2016
