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DALAT – THE CITY OF ETERNAL SPRING

Transportation
Bus, Airlines
Accomodation
4 Stars Hotels
Departure from
Dalat
Best season
Feb, Mar, Apr & May
Tour type
Eco-Tour
Language
English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
65
Group Size
20 - 10
Destinations
Dalat
Activities
City Tour, Cycling
Trip Type
Budget Travel, Child-friendly, Cultural, Dog-friendly, High Altitude, Home Stay, Nature Friendly, Viet Nam tours, Volunteer Travel, Weekend Trips

Overview

Target Market: International Tourists (English Speaking) Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights Route: Pick-up/Drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Standard: 4-Star Theme: Culture, History, Nature & Coffee Experience

Highlights

Day 01 :

SAIGON TO HIGHLANDS - THE SCENIC ROUTE

08:00: Our Tour Guide and Driver will pick you up at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (or your hotel in District 1). Depart for Dalat.

Morning: Travel via the Long Thanh - Dau Giay Expressway. Witness the landscape transform from flat plains to the lush highlands.

11:30: Stop for lunch in Bao Loc City (The Tea Capital of Vietnam). Enjoy complimentary local tea and coffee tasting at Tam Chau rest stop.

Afternoon: Continue the journey through the majestic Prenn Pass.

15:30: Arrive in Dalat. Visit Datanla Waterfall located at the gateway of the city to stretch your legs after the long drive. Experience the Alpine Coaster – the longest track in Southeast Asia, winding through the pine forest.

17:00: Check-in at the hotel and rest.

18:30: Enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant featuring highland specialties. Free time to explore the Dalat Night Market.

Day 02 :

THE COFFEE TRAIL & MAJESTIC NATURE

Morning: Depart towards the Ta Nung outskirts.

K'Ho Coffee Village: Discover the "Farm to Cup" process of the famous Arabica coffee. Interact with the indigenous K'Ho people and learn about their culture.

Elephant Waterfall: Explore one of the most majestic and pristine waterfalls in Lam Dong province.

Linh An Pagoda: Admire the tallest Lady Buddha statue in Vietnam nearby.

Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant near the waterfall.

Afternoon: Return to the city center.

Crazy House (Hang Nga Villa): Visit one of the world's most bizarre buildings with its unique, expressionist architecture.

Dalat Railway Station: The oldest railway station in Indochina, famous for its unique Art Deco architecture blended with native designs.

Evening: Free & Easy dinner. Guests are free to explore local cuisine (Suggestions: Pizza 4P's, Biang Bistro, or street food like "Bánh Căn").

Day 03 :

HISTORY & CULTURE IMMERSION

Morning:

Bao Dai Summer Palace (Palace III): Visit the summer retreat of the last Emperor of Vietnam and learn about the Royal Family's history.

Truc Lam Zen Monastery: Take the cable car from Robin Hill to enjoy a panoramic view of Tuyen Lam Lake. Explore the peaceful grounds of the monastery.

Lunch: "Leguda" Vegetable Buffet – A unique dining experience featuring Dalat's fresh, hydroponic vegetables and hotpot atop a hill with a stunning view.

Afternoon:

Linh Phuoc Pagoda: A record-holding pagoda renowned for its intricate mosaics made from broken pottery and glass shards.

Hydrangea Garden: A relaxing stop for beautiful photos amidst fields of blooming hydrangeas.

Evening: Gong Culture Show: Immerse yourself in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Enjoy BBQ skewers and rice wine ("Rượu Cần") while dancing around the bonfire with local ethnic minorities at the foot of Langbiang Mountain.

Day 04 :

FAREWELL DALAT - BACK TO SAIGON

Morning:

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

Visit Dalat Central Market: Shop for local specialties like artichoke tea, dried fruits, and jams.

09:30: Depart for Ho Chi Minh City.

12:00: Lunch stop in Bao Loc or Madagui.

17:00 - 18:00: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. Drop-off at Tan Son Nhat Airport or your city center hotel. End of services.