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1. Explore Phu Quoc – the Largest Pearl Island in Vietnam
Located off the coast of Kien Giang province, Phu Quoc is a destination for those who love the sun, wind, and the fresh, pure air of this so-called Pearl Island. Phu Quoc Island boasts the largest area along with magnificent beaches and upscale resorts, making it a top choice for many travelers when selecting a summer travel destination.
– Weather:
Phu Quoc Island enjoys sunshine and wind all year round, perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Remember to bring a hat, sunscreen, and bikini.
– Transportation:
+ By boat: Boats to Phu Quoc Island depart from two points, Rach Gia and Ha Tien (both in Kien Giang province). From Rach Gia, the boat to the island and back to the mainland departs around 8 a.m., with a travel time of 2.5 hours, using high-speed boats. The ticket price is nearly 400,000 VND.
From Ha Tien, the boat to the island and back also departs around 8 a.m., with a travel time of about 1.5 hours and a ticket price of over 200,000 VND. Boat services to the island are provided by Duong Dong Savana company...
+ By plane: In addition to Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air also operates the Hanoi - Phu Quoc route (inaugurated on May 28, 2014, with an initial frequency of 7 round-trip flights per week). The flight departs from Hanoi daily at 1:10 p.m. and arrives in Phu Quoc at 3:40 p.m. The return flight departs at 4:10 p.m. from Phu Quoc and arrives in Hanoi at 6:40 p.m.
+ On the island, all roads are being constructed, making it easy to travel around, connecting the towns of Duong Dong - An Thoi to tourist attractions such as Sao Beach, Thom Beach, Ham Ninh fishing village, Ganh Dau, forming an interesting island-wide tour. You can rent a motorbike on the island for 120,000 VND/day to explore this beautiful island. Taxis on the island are also widely available at reasonable prices.
– Where to Stay?
International guests and those focused on resort stays often choose the tourist street along Tran Hung Dao with many resorts lining the most beautiful beaches in the town area. If you want to swim at Bai Dai, there are some resort options, but they are quite far from the center of Duong Dong. Similarly, at Bai Sao, there is the My Lan Resort, but it is somewhat secluded from Tran Hung Dao area and the town center. Staying elsewhere and wanting to swim at Tran Hung Dao street means having to travel more than ten kilometers to reach the beach.
Meanwhile, guesthouses, hotels, and resorts in Duong Dong town are quite diverse, including both luxurious accommodations and budget-friendly options for backpackers. On Mytour, Phu Quoc hotel rooms range from 265,000 VND/room/night. Before booking, you should inquire whether the hotel offers airport shuttle services and if there are any additional charges!
Here are some hotel options:
– Sightseeing Spots:
+ Pepper Garden: Phu Quoc pepper garden is famous for its intense spicy flavor, more fragrant than peppers grown elsewhere. After the visit, you can buy some dried pepper as gifts for your loved ones.
+ Nguyen Trung Truc Temple: This temple was built by the people of Phu Quoc to commemorate the heroic figure who contributed to the nation and its people. Every year on the 28th of the 8th lunar month, people in Phu Quoc gather here to attend his commemoration ceremony.
+ Ganh Dau Cape: A protruding landmass in the northwest of the island, Ganh Dau attracts tourists with its pristine natural beauty. Ganh Dau features a crescent-shaped beach stretching 500 meters. It's also a great spot for enjoying excellent seafood.
+ Admire the Sunset at Dinh Cau: A natural rock formation resembling a mountain peak with strange shapes and waves crashing from all sides, surrounded by rocky shores. At the top sits an ancient temple with moss-covered tiled roofs adorned with ceramic dragons, under the shade of ancient trees that are centuries old, spreading like green umbrellas throughout the four seasons, overlooking the beach of Duong Dong town.
+ Thom Island: Here you can dive to admire the coral reefs, visit the aquaculture areas of fishermen, and the pearl farming area…
+ Tranh Stream: Flowing from June to September every year, it is a place for camping and exciting outdoor activities.
+ Stone Plate Stream: Legend has it that these rocks are where fairy maidens often bathe each time they descend to the mortal realm. Layer upon layer of rocks wind around towards the upper source.
+ Long Beach: Recognized by BBC as one of the top 10 pristine and beautiful beaches in the world, Long Beach boasts a 1,500m coastline lined with tall, straight rows of lush green coconut trees.
+ Roots Museum: Housing over 3,000 artifacts, including 300 precious documents about Phu Quoc in Han, Vietnamese, English, and French scripts. Also featuring areas showcasing wood carving art, seashell handicrafts, pearl products, souvenir items, traditional Phu Quoc stilt houses, as well as areas for conserving the Phu Quoc ridgeback dogs, sea eagles, and sea otters…
+ Phu Quoc Prison: To gain a deeper understanding of our people's patriotism and the history of Vietnam.
+ Sao Beach: One of the most beautiful beaches in Phu Quoc. This place boasts a smooth white sandy beach stretching over 7 kilometers, gently curving like a crescent moon.
+ Ham Ninh Ancient Fishing Village: The main occupation remains pearl diving, sea cucumber harvesting, and fishing for sea cucumbers. The freshly caught sea cucumbers are boiled, vibrant red in color, firm and succulent, delicious when dipped in salted lime sauce.
+ Fish Sauce Production House: Visitors can purchase fish sauce at the workshop. Phu Quoc has over 100 fish sauce distilleries in operation, producing hundreds of thousands of liters of finished fish sauce annually using traditional methods dating back over 100 years on the island.
+ Ho Quoc Pagoda, a newly inaugurated temple near An Thoi town. The temple overlooks a stunning beach.
+ Rambutan orchards during the harvest season in June and July, with ripe red fruits covering the entire orchard. You can encounter these orchards along the way.
– Phu Quoc Delicacies:
Pickled herring salad, Phu Quoc sea urchins, grilled bluebone fish with sauce, braised squid in fish sauce, sour soup with mackerel, various crab dishes…
– Souvenirs:
Flavorful fish sauce, sim wine, fresh seafood such as fresh tuna, black pepper, sim wine…
2. Exploring Con Dao – the 'paradise on earth'
Con Dao is considered one of the twenty most mysterious islands in the world, according to the prestigious Travel&Leisure magazine in 2011. Con Dao is located 97 nautical miles from Vung Tau, the main city of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province.
– Weather:
With a warm and sunny coastal climate all year round, Con Dao is suitable for travel in all four seasons, with temperatures around 24°C.
– Transportation:
+ By plane: It takes about 1 hour to fly from Ho Chi Minh City. Ticket prices range from 1 to 1.5 million VND. The airport is 12 km away from the center of Con Dao.
+ By boat: From Vung Tau, it takes an overnight journey on the boat, arriving the next morning. The journey starts at 5 p.m., and the ticket price is around 400,000 VND.
There are no taxis on the island, so for transportation, it's advisable to rent a motorbike available at guesthouses for 120,000 VND per day.
Traveling to Con Dao, you might inevitably make some comparisons between this island and mainland resort areas like Mui Ne or Nha Trang, but such comparisons quickly fade away with the appearance of a series of famous resorts like Six Senses, which attest to the allure of Con Dao. Moreover, when you arrive here, these resorts all have their own unique, distinct charm compared to their mainland counterparts.
– Places to visit:
+ Dam Trau Beach: Near Co Ong airport, with fine white sand and hills embracing the sea in a crescent shape, Dam Trau Beach always has gentle waves and tranquility. This is considered the most beautiful beach in Con Dao tourism.
+ Lo Voi Beach: Along Ton Duc Thang Street, suitable for families or large groups.
+ An Hai Beach: just a 10-minute walk from the center, surrounded by mountains, so it's very gentle and calm, with clear water.
+ Dat Doc Beach: mountain alleys deeply cut into the coastline create beautiful and peaceful small beaches.
+ Ong Dung Primeval Forest: From Con Dao, you can head west and experience a 20-minute trek through the Ong Dung primeval forest. The lush tropical trees lead to a beautiful beach at the end of the forest.
+ Bay Canh Island: take a boat tour to Bay Canh Island, the second largest island among the 16 islands of the Con Dao archipelago. The entire island is covered by pristine tropical rainforest. Besides sightseeing, you can also sign up for exciting coral diving tours here.
+ Dam Tre Bay: with its natural landscape, sheltered from the wind, surrounded by mangrove forests. Here, tourists can explore the mangrove forest, snorkel to see coral reefs, observe swallows nesting during the breeding season, and many other marine creatures.
+ Con Dao Museum: Formerly the residence and workplace of island lords. Visiting the museum, you have the opportunity to learn about the history of Con Dao through artifacts, antiques, images, and documents from the French colonial period to the present day.
+ Additionally: Phu Son Prison Camp, Phu Hai Con Dao, Tiger Cage Relic Area, Hang Duong Cemetery (where more than 2000 martyrs and the grave of Vo Thi Sau are located), Lady Phi Yen Temple – wife of Nguyen Anh, mother of Prince Cai...
Nang's Breasts Snail, Red Grouper, Lobster and Helmet Crab, Oyster Sauce... There are not many restaurants in Con Dao, the eateries here have similar prices and serve delicious food. Tri Ky Restaurant on Nguyen Duc Nhuan Street serves seafood and rice dishes. Thu Ba Restaurant, located near Con Dao Market, on Vo Thi Sau Street, serves seafood and rice dishes, hotpot, and porridge... Phuong Hanh Restaurant is located in a small alley, under the cool shade of mango trees.
– Souvenirs:
Con Dao's specialty is candied almonds coated in sugar or salt. The price is 35,000 VND per 100 grams, available at Con Dao Market. In addition, the island's tuna is also delicious and fresh, at a reasonable price. You can buy the whole fish, packed tightly to be allowed to bring to the airport.
3. Traveling to Vung Tau – exploring Ho Coc
Located in Bung Bien Commune, Xuyen Moc District, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, 175km from Ho Chi Minh City, about 3 hours by road, travelers will arrive at Ho Coc - a resort and picnic destination.
– Weather:
Ho Coc is situated near Vung Tau and Ho Tram beaches, both beautiful beaches with year-round warm weather.
– Transportation:
From Ho Chi Minh City to Ho Coc, you can take a bus to Vung Tau and then rent a motorbike to reach Ho Coc. Ho Coc is deserted and less crowded, suitable for young backpackers. It's an ideal place for weekend camping or group outings. Saigonese often travel to Ho Coc by car and most stay here all day to enjoy the waves.
– Hotels: Travelers can choose to stay at Binh Chau - Ho Coc Resort; or The Grand Ho Tram Strip - a high-end resort complex, located about 4km from Ho Coc beach, offering a variety of services, from golf courses, world-class entertainment areas, exciting beach activities to restaurant systems, swimming pools, spas... Price is around 2,888,000 VND++/night/2 people...
The list of Vung Tau hotels is quite comprehensive on Mytour, with many price ranges for you to choose from. Mytour's advice is to book early as most hotels are fully booked on weekends. Below are some hotel suggestions favored by Mytour customers recently:
– Places to Visit:
+ Ho Coc Beach consists of two parts: one with rocky outcrops (large stacked rocks scattered along the beach) and the other with a long stretch of white sandy beach. At Ho Coc, you can witness the early sunrise with local fishermen and enjoy fresh seafood bought directly from fishermen who have just returned from fishing.
On the flat 500m beach, with one side bordered by the forest and the other by the sea, you can explore the coastal tropical forest or try your hand at fishing. For outdoor activities, there's a camping area amidst the mangrove forest, and you can also ride bicycles or buffalo carts around the area.
+ Binh Chau - Ho Coc tourist area, where you can soak in mineral water and relax.
– Delicacies:
Local seafood such as fish, squid, clams, and crabs... stir-fried or grilled...
4. Traveling to Mui Ne – 'The Resort Capital'
As one of the top destinations for beach tourism in Vietnam located in Binh Thuan province, Mui Ne is developed with luxury hotels and resorts, surrounded by interesting attractions.
Binh Thuan's mild climate all year round, with an average temperature of 25 degrees Celsius, is most beautiful from April to September. When visiting, remember to bring a light jacket as the nights can be chilly.
– Transportation:
+ Train: Afternoon from Saigon to Phan Thiet station runs daily: train PT4 | Afternoon from Phan Thiet to Saigon runs on Friday, Saturday, Sunday – Train: PT3
+ Airplane: Fly from Hanoi to HCMC, then travel to Phan Thiet by car, Open Tour bus priced from 150,000 – 250,000 VND/ticket, or by train.
– Where to Stay?
Mui Ne – Phan Thiet offers numerous beach resort areas, mostly consisting of traditional one-story thatched-roof houses located right on the beach. The more luxurious hotels feature outdoor swimming pools, water sports facilities, sun loungers, restaurants, bars, and spas. Prices here are relatively high, starting from 1,000,000 VND and above.
Standard guesthouses in Mui Ne are also quite decent, equipped with amenities such as in-room toilets, fans, air conditioning, cable TV, with prices ranging from 150,000 – 250,000 VND per day. Even cheaper are the tents: rental prices range from 70 to 80 thousand VND per day with shared toilets (reasonably clean) and free fresh water showers in the Hon Rom area.
Some Popular Mui Ne Hotels/Resorts:
– Places to Visit:
+ Duc Thanh School at 39 Trung Nhi Street, Phan Thiet City. This is a school founded by patriotic scholars in 1907 to support the Duy Tan movement in Central Vietnam.
+ Van Thuy Tu Temple: Located on Nguyen Ong Street, Duc Thang Ward, Phan Thiet City, there is a temple dedicated to Nam Hai deity – the Whale God. The skeleton of the Whale God is preserved in Van Thuy Tu Temple, measuring 22 meters long, weighing 65 tons, considered the largest in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
+ Rang Beach: A beautiful beach, about 15 km north of Phan Thiet City center.
+ Hon Rom: A small pristine mountain located in Long Son Hamlet, Mui Ne Ward, Phan Thiet City. Here, the water is clear blue, the waves are gentle, and there are no submerged rocks.
+ Poshanu Cham Tower: Located on Ba Nai Hill, Phu Hai Ward, 7 km northeast of Phan Thiet City center. Although only medium and small in size, the Poshanu Cham Tower embodies the architectural and decorative essence of ancient Cham people, creating a solemn and mysterious appearance.
+ Ghenh Island: Less than 1 km from Mui Ne, Ghenh Island or Lao Island is still quite pristine. To reach Ghenh Island, you can take shuttle services from hotels or rent a boat from fishermen, costing around 200,000 VND/boat for 10 people, including round trip.
+ Sand Dunes in Mui Ne: Known as the Bay Sand Dunes, the shape constantly changes every day, every hour. Deep inside the sand dunes is the Fairy Stream with beautiful shades of red and pink.
+ White lotus lake lies amidst sand dunes along with Mr. Ong Lake and Mrs. Ba Lake, is a destination for those who love to explore. You can drive on the sand, ride a boat on the lake to admire the blooming lotus flowers.
+ Ke Ga Lighthouse: now over 100 years old. To visit Ke Ga Lighthouse, you can contact the resort to rent a boat or rent a coracle or a local boat.
+ Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda located near National Highway 1A, in Thuan Nam town (Ham Thuan Nam district), 30km south of Phan Thiet City. If you are adventurous and physically fit, you can conquer the mountain peak after more than 1000 steps.
- Mui Ne Delicacies:
Rice paper rolls, fermented shrimp paste with rice paper, Phan Thiet noodle soup, tiny pancake, pancake with pork stuffing, emperor crab, Phan Thiet razor clam salad, hot pot with octopus, mudskipper...
5. Traveling to Nha Trang - beautiful bay in the world
For over a decade, Nha Trang has been a rendezvous for beach lovers and honeymooners.
- Weather:
Nha Trang enjoys warm sunshine all year round, suitable for tourism in all four seasons. Summer is the most convenient time with sunny weather and no rain. The average temperature is 25-26 degrees Celsius. Don't forget your beachwear and sunscreen.
- Transportation:
+ By plane (Vietnam Airlines): From Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang, the flight takes 1 hour, daily flights, ticket prices over 1 million VND one way. From Hanoi to Nha Trang, the flight takes 2 hours, daily flights, ticket prices over 2 million VND one way. Cam Ranh Airport is 35km from the city center.
+ By bus: Sleeper buses depart continuously from bus stations.
+ Train: There are daily North-South trains from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City that stop in Nha Trang.
+ Renting a motorbike for city travel: 120,000 VND/bike/day.
- Nha Trang Hotels:
Hotels are divided into 4 areas to serve different needs:
+ Luxury area: Along the main road Tran Phu, where 4 to 5-star hotels facing the sea are concentrated along with upscale restaurants, bars, cafes, and cinemas. Room rates start from 800,000 VND.
+ Luxury hotels and resorts on islands like Hon Tre, Hon Tam: Vinpearl Land, Merperle Hon Tam...
+ The Backpacker Area: Located around Hung Vuong and Biet Thu streets, this area features small hotels with various types of rooms ranging from 300,000 to 500,000 VND. Along this cross-shaped street, there are many fast food restaurants, clothing stores, bars, bookshops, massage centers, and bike/motorbike rental shops.
+ Budget Area: Situated behind the branches leading to Tran Phu Street such as Nguyen Chanh, Ngo Gia Tu, Yersin, Hoang Hoa Tham... Hotels in this area offer rooms starting from around 200,000 VND.
- Places to Visit:
+ Vinpearl Land: Located on Hon Tre Island, Vinpearl Land is known as the “tropical paradise.” Besides luxurious hotels, beautiful gardens, and ideal swimming pools, it also attracts visitors with thrilling amusement parks and impressive 4D cinemas. Island admission tickets, including cable car rides and games: 450,000 VND/adult; 350,000 VND/child (1.0m – 1.4m). Accessible by cable car or speedboat from downtown Nha Trang.
+ Hon Mun: Known for its crystal-clear waters and magnificent coral ecosystems, Hon Mun has been recognized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) as the most diverse marine biosphere in Vietnam. Activities include beachside bars, snorkeling to explore coral reefs, and glass-bottom boat rides. Take a boat from the Cau Da tourist pier, Nha Trang City (you can join a 4-island tour for about 150,000 VND/person), approximately 5 hours.
+ Hon Tam: Covering an area of about 110 hectares, Hon Tam is located 7km southeast of Nha Trang City. Besides its stunning beaches, it's renowned for sea exploration via glass-bottom boats and snorkeling tours to admire coral reefs, lasting approximately 3 hours.
+ Ninh Van Bay: Located approximately 60km from the coastal city of Nha Trang, on Hon Meo Peninsula, Ninh Van Bay exudes a pristine and tranquil atmosphere. It's an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation in serene coastal surroundings. Visitors can also enjoy activities such as snorkeling, diving, surfing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. From Nha Trang, a high-speed boat ride takes just 20 minutes to reach this beautiful bay.
+ Nha Trang Oceanographic Institute: Established in 1923, located at 1 Cau Da Street. The institute houses over 20,000 specimens of 4,000 marine and freshwater species collected and preserved over many years. Visitors can marvel at the nearly 26m-long giant whale skeleton, standing 3m tall with 48 vertebrae fully reconstructed.
+ Ponagar Tower: A magnificent ancient architectural complex built by the Cham people, situated 2km north of central Nha Trang. The site comprises four towers, two temples, and the largest tower dedicated to the goddess Ponagar (meaning Mother of the Land in Cham language).
+ Hon Chong – Hon Vo: Located approximately 3km northeast of the city center. Hon Chong is a large cluster of rocks with various formations, stacked from high cliffs to the sea. Another smaller group of rocks, situated at the foot of the eastern hill, is called Hon Vo. This area offers some of the most stunning views of the coastal city.
+ Van Phong Bay: Located in Van Ninh district (Khanh Hoa), about 40km north of central Nha Trang. This area attracts visitors with its pristine beauty, consisting of large and small islands and the emerald waters of smaller bays within.
+ Dam Market Nha Trang: Offers a wide variety of souvenirs and local products. The market is also known for its abundant seafood, especially dried seafood.
+ Nha Trang Night Market: Located near the city theater, on Tran Phu Street, open from 6pm to 11pm every day of the week.
– Delicacies of Nha Trang:
When in this city, you must indulge in delicacies such as jellyfish noodles, crab soup, seafood...
– Souvenirs to Bring Back:
Seafood, bird's nest...
6. Exploring the Untouched Beauty of Nha Trang – Doc Let
Located about 50 km north of Nha Trang city, along National Highway 1A, after driving about 10 km further, you'll reach the beach with white sand and blue sky.
– Weather:
The best time to visit Doc Let is from January to September.
– Transportation:
From Nha Trang city, you can rent a motorbike and follow Tran Phu – Pham Van Dong – Thap Ba route, then turn right onto Lac Thien street. After that, turn left onto Ton That Tung street, then right onto April 2 street, continue for about 5.3 km to National Highway 1A, and head straight to Doc Let.
You can also catch a bus at Nha Trang bus station, take the Binh Tay, Ninh Hoa route, and request to get off at Doc Let tourist area. The bus will drop you off at Provincial Road 10, about 1.5 km from Doc Let.
– Places to Visit:
On the way to Doc Let, you'll pass through beautiful and peaceful rice fields (reminiscent of the Mekong Delta), then through vast salt fields belonging to the locals here.
There are several paths leading down to the beach passing through local houses. You should follow the locals; typically, they go for a morning swim around 5:30 am to 8 am. By following them, they'll lead you down to the beach without any charge.
A fascinating point about swimming at Doc Let beach is the shallow water. Even several tens of meters out, it's not deep enough to cover your head, so both children and non-swimmers can enjoy. The sand here is fine and white, with gentle waves, clear but very salty water.
If you've had your fill of swimming, you can rent a hut on the beach and order seafood to enjoy.
Nearby, the Banh It Tower is one of the must-visit attractions in this area.
– Delicious Dishes:
For delicious and affordable food, you can head to Hon Khoi port. In the morning, the bustling boats return full of shrimp, fish, and seafood for you to choose from.
– Specialty Souvenirs:
Apart from seafood, you can also buy mango cakes, Dat seed, fish sausage, and more...
7. Traveling to Hoi An – Golden Sunshine of Cua Dai
Located about 7 km from Hoi An Ancient Town and over 30 km from Da Nang, Cua Dai is one of the most popular beaches for foreign tourists to visit and stay in Vietnam.
– Weather:
The climate in Cua Dai is pleasant, with the best time from March to September each year, when the sun shines golden and the sea is crystal clear.
– Transportation:
+ From Hoi An: You can rent a motorbike or bicycle at guesthouses or hotels to get to Cua Dai. The price for a motorbike is 80,000 VND/day, and a bicycle is 25,000 VND/day.
+ From Da Nang: You can catch a bus every half an hour from Da Nang bus station to Cua Dai, or you can rent a motorbike or take a taxi. The coastal road from My Khe to Cua Dai stretches nearly 40 km and is stunningly beautiful.
– Hoi An Hotels:
Along the Cua Dai coastline, there is a wide selection of hotels and resorts for you to choose from.
As a tourist city, especially attracting foreign tourists, Hoi An is not short of well-equipped hotels, with prices relatively high in the city center and rooms often fully booked. It's advisable to book at least 2 months in advance for a good price. During peak season, if you book late, you may have to look for rooms far from the city center, such as on Huynh Thuc Khang Street, near the bus station, or on Thai Phien Street. Below is a list of some of the most popular hotels in Hoi An on Mytour:
– Places to Visit:
Cua Dai, with its long white sandy beach, gentle waves, clear water, and rows of coconut trees, is one of the places you should spend a whole day exploring.
Hoi An Ancient Town, one of the famous cultural heritages, where you can discover many interesting things on Tran Phu Street, visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, go shopping, and enjoy countless delicious dishes.
Taking a boat ride on the Hoai River, admiring the tranquil small villages along with the green fields where storks fly gracefully.
Take a boat trip to Cu Lao Cham for lunch and beach swimming. Along the way, the boat will stop for you to have the opportunity to dive and admire the coral reefs and visit the marine museum. You can stay overnight or just go for the day.
The My Son Sanctuary, a historical site, is more than 30km away from Hoi An. You can rent a motorbike to get there. It's a day trip.
Explore Tra Que vegetable village, Kim Bong carpentry village, Thanh Ha pottery village, Thanh Nam fishing village...
– Delicious Dishes:
Mi Quang, Hoi An chicken rice, Cao Lau, White Rose Dumplings, Banh Dap - Stir-fried scallops,
Rice paper (steamed rice rolls/ wet rice cakes), Hoi An sizzling pancakes, Corn sweet soup, Seafood.
8. Exploring Da Nang – My Khe Beach – one of the 6 most charming beaches on the planet
That's the title awarded by Forbes magazine (USA) in 2005. Located in the coastal city of Da Nang, My Khe Beach boasts large waves, a long coastline, white sand, and vibrant activities, making it a favorite among many.
– Weather:
Da Nang's climate is warm and sunny year-round, with the best weather from April to September.
– Getting Around:
+ By Car: From Hanoi, there are direct bus trips to Da Nang, with travel time from 5 pm the previous day to 8 am the next day. Stops at Da Nang bus station. In Ho Chi Minh City, there are also nightly sleeper bus trips to Da Nang, taking about 10 – 12 hours.
+ By Air: Every day, there are direct flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang, with ticket prices ranging from 500,000 VND to 1,500,000 VND offered by Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar Pacific, and Vietjet Air. The flight takes about 1 hour.
+ By Train: North-South trains run from major cities to Da Nang every day.
From Da Nang Airport to the city center takes a 15-minute drive, while from Da Nang bus station to the city center is about 3 km.
Moving around the city, you can choose from various options such as buses, taxis, or renting a motorbike for around 80,000 VND per day.
It's advisable to find a hotel along the Han River. The area near the river has a cool climate, making it perfect for strolling in the evening, offering beautiful and clean scenery. Below are some of the most popular hotels on the Mytour website:
– Sightseeing Spots:
+ Han River Bridge: The first swing bridge in Vietnam, built on the main axis of Bach Dang Street, connecting Hai Chau District with Son Tra District.
+ Son Tra Peninsula is a mushroom-shaped peninsula located in Son Tra District, 10 km northeast of the city center of Da Nang.
+ Hai Van Pass, stretching 20km, lies between Thua Thien Hue Province and Da Nang City. With a height of nearly 500m above sea level, Hai Van Pass is renowned as the most beautiful and also the most perilous mountain pass in Vietnam.
+ Marble Mountains: Located about 7km from the city center of Da Nang, in Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, adjacent to the Non Nuoc tourist area, Marble Mountains comprise five rocky peaks (Kim Son, Moc Son, Thuy Son, Hoa Son, and Tho Son), resembling bonsai hills emerging amidst a vast expanse of sandstone.
+ Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village was established in the 18th century by the artist from Thanh Hoa named Huynh Ba Quat.
+ Ba Na Hills is 40 km southwest of Da Nang. Ba Na boasts significant ecological and tourism values, serving as a national nature reserve.
+ Pham Van Dong Beach is a public beach constructed with a budget of 12 billion dong, attracting locals and tourists alike.
+ Nam O Reef: Located approximately 2km southeast of the center of Nam O village (Hoa Hiep Nam ward, Lien Chieu district, Da Nang – between Da Nang and Hai Van Pass) lies an underwater rocky reef, known as Nam O Reef. With abundant seaweed, Nam O Reef is a habitat for various valuable fish and seafood species.
+ Cam Ne Mat Village: Situated 14km southwest of the city center of Da Nang, Cam Ne Mat Village has long been renowned for its traditional floral mats, once favored in the imperial courts of the Nguyen dynasty. The advantage of Cam Ne mats lies in their thickness, durability, and comfort compared to mats from other regions.
+ Tuy Loan Ancient Village: Located approximately 15km from the city center of Da Nang, along National Highway 14B, Tuy Loan Ancient Village boasts a history of over 500 years. Highlighted by its ancient communal house recognized as a national historical and architectural relic by the Ministry of Culture.
+ Da Nang Delicacies:
Seafood specialties, shredded fish egg salad, My Khe rice pancake, Tuy Loan noodles...
– Souvenirs:
Dried beef, dried squid, various types of fish at Con Market, Han Market.
As per Vntravellive
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Reference: Travel Guide Mytour
MytourMay 20th, 2016
