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For those planning to visit this sunny and windy land, don't miss out on the most comprehensive Quang Ngai travel guide from VNTRIP.VN! Quang Ngai is a province located in the South Central Coast region with 129km of coastline embracing the mainland. It attracts tourists not only with beautiful beaches but also with its rich history and longstanding cultural characteristics. Quang Ngai captivates visitors not only with its famous tourist destinations but also with its distinctive culinary scene and hospitable locals.
When to travel to Quang Ngai?
You can visit Quang Ngai at any time of the year, but be sure to check the weather forecast before heading out to avoid major storms.
If you love beach travel, you can head out between April and September when the weather is sunny, perfect for outdoor activities by the sea. Additionally, consider visiting Quang Ngai in early December to catch Ly Son Island during the garlic season or pay attention to festival schedules to participate in unique festivals in Quang Ngai.
How to get to Quang Ngai?
You can travel to Quang Ngai by various means:
By plane: As Quang Ngai does not have its own airport, you can choose flights from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City to Chu Lai Airport, then take a taxi to Quang Ngai city center with a distance of nearly 50km.
By train: Train is also a popular choice for many when traveling to Quang Ngai.
- From Hanoi: train ticket prices for the Hanoi - Quang Ngai route range from 400,000 - 1,200,000 VND/person/one-way depending on the seat class and type of train, with travel time ranging from 17 - 20 hours.
- From Ho Chi Minh City: you can choose the Saigon - Quang Ngai route with ticket prices ranging from 300,000 - 1,100,000 VND/person/one-way depending on the seat class and type of train, with a travel time of about 15 hours.
By bus: Located in the Central region, all North - South bus routes pass through Quang Ngai.
- From Hanoi: You can choose the Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City route operated by Hoang Long bus company, departing from Nuoc Ngam Bus Station and getting off near the center of Quang Ngai City. Ticket prices range from 400,000 - 500,000 VND/one-way/person.
- From Ho Chi Minh City: Both Hoang Long and Phuong Trang bus companies have direct routes from Mien Dong Bus Station to Quang Ngai City with prices ranging from 300,000 - 400,000 VND/one-way/person.
When visiting Quang Ngai, depending on your travel plans, you can move around by taxi or rent a motorbike on your own.
Where to go in Quang Ngai?
Ly Son Island
It would be a huge miss not to visit Ly Son Island when traveling to Quang Ngai – a “Vietnamese Maldives”. Ly Son Island is the remaining trace of a volcano formed over ten million years ago, thus, the landscape here still retains its pristine and unique features. With its crystal-clear emerald waters revealing the white sandy beaches sparkling under the sun along with a diverse marine ecosystem featuring abundant aquatic species and beautiful coral reefs, Ly Son is a 'real paradise' inviting tourists to come and experience its beauty and tranquility.
Paradise Island of Ly Son (Photo: Collected)
Sa Huynh Beach and Salt Fields
Address: Pho Thach, Duc Pho, Quang Ngai
Sa Huynh Beach is one of the beautiful beaches in Quang Ngai. Not only does it boast the beauty of the pristine coastline embellished with lush green grass clinging to the golden sands, Sa Huynh also attracts visitors with its gleaming white salt fields, serving as a vital source of salt for the nation.
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My Khe Beach
Address: Tinh Khe, Son Tinh, Quang Ngai
Not just My Khe in Da Nang, Quang Ngai also boasts its own beautiful My Khe Beach with its pristine blue water and white sandy shore. Located just over 10km east of Quang Ngai city center, My Khe Beach stretches expansively and is surrounded by lush greenery.
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Dung Quat Beach
Address: Binh Tri, Binh Son, Quang Ngai
Not just the name of a famous seaport and the first oil refinery in Vietnam, Dung Quat is also the name of a beautiful beach few people know about in Quang Ngai. It boasts a pristine beauty with crystal-clear blue water embracing the soft, graceful white sand dunes.
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Khe Hai Beach
Address: Binh Thach, Binh Son, Quang Ngai
Also a beautiful beach in Quang Ngai, Khe Hai Beach attracts visitors with its beauty of blue sea, white sand, golden sunshine, and towering coconut palms, all competing to bask in the sun and wind, providing you with a refreshing, relaxing, and invigorating space.
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Ba Lang An Cape – Binh Chau Sea Area
Address: Binh Chau Village, Binh Son, Quang Ngai
The Binh Chau Sea Area not only boasts beautiful beaches and stunning coral reefs but is also renowned for its geological treasures at Ba Lang An Cape, offering significant geological values. Exploring the Binh Chau Sea Area, you'll have the chance to discover rugged cliffs and beautiful coral reefs on one side, while enjoying the stretch of white sand and the cool, clear blue sea on the other.
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Thien An Mountain and Tra Khuc River
Address: Tinh An, Son Tinh, Quang Ngai
When mentioning the beauty of Quang Ngai province, one cannot overlook the iconic landmarks of “Thien An Mountain and Tra Khuc River”, which have long become the symbol of Quang Ngai province. The sacred Thien An Mountain stands beside the tranquil Tra Khuc River, resembling a seal from the heavens next to the poetic river, creating the image of the most sacred landscape in the hearts of Quang Ngai's people.
An Mountain and Tra River – Iconic landmarks of Quang Ngai province (Photo: Collected)
Trang Minh Long Waterfall
Address: Long Mon, Minh Long, Quang Ngai
On a vast expanse of lush green mountains, there is a majestic waterfall where white water flows all year round. Trang Minh Long Waterfall boasts picturesque mountainous landscapes, enchanting scenery, and magnificent beauty, making tourists feel like they are stepping into a heavenly paradise as seen in movies.
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Viola Pass
As the boundary between Quang Ngai and Kon Tum, Viola Pass is a mountain pass that every adventurer wants to conquer when stepping into Quang Ngai. The pass road resembles a graceful silk strip winding around lush green hills. As you ascend, the mystical fog blends with the white clouds covering the pass, creating a surreal and indescribable sensation for travelers.
Breathtaking view of the pass from above (Photo: Collected)
Lung O Waterfall
Address: Ba To, Quang Ngai
Lung O Waterfall is one of the beautiful waterfalls in Quang Ngai province. The waterfall retains its pristine beauty with cool water flowing among rugged large rocks. According to locals, during the winter, the sound of the strong waterfall creates a distinctive 'ồ ồ' noise, hence the name Lung O Waterfall.
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Sơn Mỹ Historical Site
Address: Tịnh Khê, Sơn Tịnh, Quảng Ngãi
Quang Ngai not only boasts beautiful beaches but also holds many historical relics associated with the nation's glorious battles. For history enthusiasts, the Sơn Mỹ Historical Site is an unmissable destination in Quang Ngai, offering insights into the horrific My Lai massacre and reflecting on a painful part of the nation's memory.
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Where to Stay in Quang Ngai?
Muong Thanh Holiday Ly Son
Address: Ly Son District, Quang Ngai
Rating: 4 stars
Located in the heart of Ly Son island district, Muong Thanh Holiday Ly Son offers a harmonious blend of natural surroundings and modern interior design. Just a few steps away from the beach, the hotel is sure to provide you with a fantastic getaway.
Elegant interior at Muong Thanh Holiday Ly Son
Ly Tri Motel
Address: Cau Cang Area, Tay Hamlet, An Vinh Commune, Ly Son District, Quang Ngai
The motel boasts a convenient location, spacious rooms, full amenities, and incredibly reasonable prices, making it a savvy choice for travelers to Ly Son – Quang Ngai.
Additionally, you can explore many other guesthouses and hotels in Quang Ngai on the VNTRIP.VN website.
What to Eat in Quang Ngai?
Emperor crab
Known as the “emperor of crabs”, the king crab, despite its high price, is beloved by many diners for its firm, fragrant, and rich meat. The king crab is a specialty of the Sa Huynh and Ly Son sea regions because it only appears in clean sea areas.
King Crab (Photo: Collected)
Trà River Silver Carp
A must-try dish when visiting Quang Ngai is the Trà River Silver Carp. This fish can be prepared in various ways, but the most special is still the braised fish dish. The fish is cleaned, scaled, marinated with spices, and then braised over low heat. Enjoyed with hot rice, although simple and rustic, it is still rich, fragrant, and capable of stirring the hearts of Quang Ngai natives far from home.
Trà River Silver Carp braised with pepper (Photo: Collected)
Fermented Nhum Sauce
For ages, fermented sauce has been a familiar specialty of the coastal provinces of Vietnam. As a province with a long coastline, Quang Ngai owns the specialty of Nhum sauce made from sea worms in Sa Huynh. The sauce has a murky red color, slightly thick, blending all three salty, sour, and sweet tastes with a strong, fragrant aroma. When eaten with rice paper rolls and pork, it's irresistibly delicious.
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Don Dish
Slightly smaller than clams and only found in the river areas of Quang Ngai, don is a familiar dish of the people of Quang. Don is prepared in many dishes such as: salad, soup, porridge, ... but perhaps the best is eating it grilled with rice paper. Simple and unpretentious, just like the people of Quang, don is definitely a culinary experience not to be missed when traveling to Quang Ngai.
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Corn Silk Salad
Corn Kernel Rolls, a familiar dish to the people of Quang Ngai. To create this tempting dish, corn kernels, meat, dried shrimp, onions, and pepper are mixed evenly, placed on rice paper, rolled up, and fried until golden and crispy. With simple ingredients and preparation, the people of Quang have crafted a delicious snack that's irresistibly moreish.
Crispy golden Corn Kernel Rolls (Photo: Collected)
Grilled Sand Goby
Sand goby is a specialty fish from the rivers and streams of Quang Ngai. While it can be prepared in various ways such as in soup, boiled, or deep-fried, perhaps the best way is grilled sand goby, with its simple, rustic flavor that remains irresistibly delicious.
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Sugar Cane Bird
Sugar cane birds are resident birds in the sugar cane forests of Quang Ngai land. There are many ways to prepare sugar cane birds, but perhaps the best is grilled sugar cane bird. Before grilling, sugar cane birds are stuffed with lime leaves, lemongrass leaves, marinated with some spices, cooking oil, then skewered and grilled over charcoal fire, resulting in a delicious and nutritious delicacy.
Sugar Cane Bird (Photo: Collected)
Scallop
With its long coastline, Quang Ngai not only boasts beautiful beaches but also a rich source of seafood. One of the seafood delights that captivates many diners when visiting Quang Ngai is the rich and flavorful scallops. The best scallops are grilled until cooked, sprinkled with spices, roasted peanuts, and a touch of scallion oil, truly irresistible.
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Stir-fried Jellyfish with Tamarind Sauce
Jellyfish is a common seafood in the Sa Huynh and Sa Ky coastal areas of Quang Ngai. Resembling crab in shape, jellyfish is often stir-fried with tamarind, creating a dish with fresh and delicious seafood immersed in sweet and sour tamarind sauce.
Jellyfish Stir-Fried with Tamarind Sauce (Photo: Collected)
Thuận Cake
Thuận Cake is a familiar pastry associated with the holidays of the people of Quang Ngai. Made from simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and sugar, Thuận Cake has a pleasing golden color and a soft fragrance reminiscent of sponge cake.
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Wet-Filled Rice Cakes
Rice cakes are a familiar dish of people in the Central region. In Quang Ngai, rice cakes are often poured into bowls, spread with moist fillings. With simple ingredients like rice flour, pork belly, fresh shrimp, and a little scallion, the people of Quang Ngai have created a snack that delights countless travelers when visiting this land.
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Mirror Candy
When in Quang Ngai, don't forget to try the delicious and unique Mirror Candy, which is addictive in taste. Made from sugar and malt syrup melted and spread thinly like transparent mirrors, sprinkled with fragrant roasted sesame seeds and crunchy peanuts, leaving a sweet and refreshing taste that will keep you coming back for more.
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Taffy Malt Candy
While Mirror Candy is firm, thin, and made quite simply, Taffy Malt Candy has a more complex process to achieve its chewy texture and fragrant rice scent without being sticky or tough. You can enjoy Taffy Malt Candy during your trip to Quang Ngai and also buy some as gifts for your loved ones and friends.
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Apart from the mentioned specialties, there are many other delicacies in Quang Ngai that you should try, such as ricefield eel, tuna vermicelli soup, rice crackers, shellfish, etc.
What to Buy as Gifts in Quang Ngai?
Quế Trà Bồng
With its distinct strong aroma and numerous useful purposes in food preparation, medicine, seasoning, etc., Quế Trà Bồng is one of the renowned natural specialties in Vietnam and is chosen by many tourists as a gift when traveling to Quang Ngai.
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Lý Sơn Black Garlic
Cultivated on Ly Son island district formed from the remnants of volcanoes along with the deposition of coral reefs and sea sand, Ly Son garlic is a rare and precious black garlic variety with a gentle, crisp, and fragrant taste, carrying numerous health benefits.
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Moreover, various types of mirror candy, malt candy, brown sugar, mackerel, Nhung fish sauce... are all specialties you can bring back for your family and friends after an exciting Quang Ngai trip!
Travel Tips for Quang Ngai?
– Quang Ngai's weather is often sunny and hot, so before heading out, prepare comfortable clothes for easy movement as well as sun protection gear (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) to avoid sunburn.
– Don't forget to pack some seductive bikinis for relaxing in the cool water, and remember to bring your camera or phone to capture the beautiful scenes here!
VNTRIP.VN hopes that with these travel experiences in Quang Ngai shared here, you will have an enjoyable and memorable trip!
