Sights of Dalat: excursion to the most interesting places in French Vietnam. Cable car in Dalat

If you are planning a trip to Dalat on your own, and not as part of an organized excursion (and I recommend visiting this city only in this way), then this article is just for you :) Today I will tell you about the sights of Dalat and the surrounding area and what you can see in Dalat in 2-3 days.

Attractions of Dalat

1. Xuan Huong Lake

An artificial lake in the city center was formed in 1919 after the construction of a dam. The area near Xuan Huong Lake is a favorite vacation spot for tourists and locals. You can ride on swan-shaped catamarans on the lake. Such walks at sunset are especially romantic.

Swan rental cost: 60,000 VND for 1 hour.

Artificial lake in Dalat and a mini Ephel Tower :)
One of the entertainments in the city is swan rides on the lake.
Swans on the lake in Dalat
These are the evening rides on the lake. Romantic :)

2. Catholic Church

The current Catholic church in the center of Dalat was built in the 30s of the last century. Previously, there was a convent there.

Divine services on weekdays at: 5:15 and 17:15

Divine services on Sundays at: 5:15, 7:00, 8:30, 16:00, 18:00

3. Crazy House

Crazy House or madhouse is an operating hotel with a very unusual architecture. You can stay at the hotel for the night (it’s easy to book a room) or just come for a tour. Crazy House is a very popular attraction of Dalat among Russian-speaking tourists: this hotel-museum is included in the program of all excursions from.

Museum opening hours: 8:30 – 19:00.

Cost of visit: 40,000 dong.

4. Bao Dai's Summer Palace

Summer Palace of the last Emperor of Vietnam. The palace was built in the 30s of the last century, made in the French style, now the palace houses a museum in which the interior of the emperor’s life has been completely preserved. You can learn about how the Vietnamese Emperor Bao Dai lived.

Museum opening hours: 7:00 – 11:00 and 13:30 – 16:00.

Price: 20,000 dong.

5. Flower Garden (Dalat Flower Park)

The Great Park is a botanical garden that was founded by French colonialists in 1966. Several times a year, colorful festivals are held in the flower park. The rest of the time, the flower park is a great place for a walk: here you can enjoy numerous flowers, interestingly decorated flower beds, and even buy seeds and seedlings of exotic plants.

Park opening hours: 7:30 – 16:00.

Cost of visit: 30,000 dong.

6. Golden Buddha

Golden Buddha statue on Mt.

7. Da Lat train station

Dalat railway station was considered one of the most beautiful in Indochina. It was built in 1938 by a French architect. An ancient railway connected Dalat to the town of Thap Cham (84 km), but during the war the railway was damaged and closed. In 1991, part of the railway road was restored - about 7 km. Nowadays a retro tourist train runs along this section of the route, connecting Dalat with the village of Trai Mat. This village is home to the beautiful Linh Phuoc Pagoda.

There is an old steam locomotive on the platform, and in one of the old carriages there is a cafe where you can drink a cup of delicious Vietnamese coffee.

Tourist train schedule from Dalat: 7:45, 9:50, 11:55, 14:00, 16:05. Travel time is 30 minutes one way and 30 minutes the train waits for passengers in the village while they explore the pagoda.

8. Central Da Lat market

The Central Market can be called another colorful attraction of Dalat. The market is large, trade has developed both in the building and on the streets adjacent to it. It is near the market that the entire tourist life of the city is in full swing. In the evening, several streets near the market become pedestrian, along which a large evening market with food and souvenirs is laid out. Sort of in Vietnamese :)

Even if you don’t plan to buy anything at the market, still stop by the central market to feel the atmosphere of Dalat, and maybe you won’t be able to resist the candied berries and local wine, or the strawberries and mulberries and buy a lot of Dalat “delicacies” :)

A small waterfall 2 km from the central lake. Nearby is a cozy and deserted park with benches and flower beds.

Cost of visit: 20,000 dong

10. Cable car in Dalat

The cable car connects Dalat and the active Chuc Lak Thien Vien monastery. The lower cable car station is located almost next to the bus station, about 3.5 km from the city center. A fascinating walk in a cable car cabin over a pine forest and vegetable gardens will last 10-15 minutes one way.

Cable car opening hours: 7:30 – 11:30 and 13:30 – 17:00.

Cable car fare: 50,000 VND one way and 70,000 VND two way.

Attractions around Dalat

The main attractions of Dalat are not in the city itself, but a few kilometers away. You can explore the sights of the surrounding area of ​​Dalat at:

• Rented bike (rent ~ 100,000 VND per day + gasoline)
• By taxi
• Hire an easy-diver (a bike driver who will not only take you around the sights of Dalat, but will also help you create the optimal route and tell you something useful and interesting).

This is a fairly new operating Buddhist monastery. It is located in a very beautiful place: in the mountains, in a pine forest on the shore of a large lake. The best way to get to Thien Vien Monastery is by cable car.

Cost of visit: for free.

2. Prenn Park and Waterfall

An amusement park next to the Prenn waterfall is very popular among Russian-speaking tourists. Here you can not only see a cute but very small waterfall, but also ride elephants, ostriches, visit an orchid garden and a mini zoo, and even try Luwak coffee!

Park opening hours: 7:00 – 17:00.

Cost of visit: 30,000 VND for entrance to the park, other entertainment costs extra.

3. Datanla Falls

A very beautiful three-level waterfall just 5.5 km from Dalat. A popular place among both Russian-speaking and Vietnamese tourists. But for some reason all the tourists crowd near the first level of the waterfall, few people know that you can go down below - first in the cable car cabin, and then on the elevator (yes, on the elevator in the jungle!) and explore the second and third levels of the Datanla Falls almost completely alone.

Another great thing about the Datanla waterfall is that you can go down to it on an electric sled (or, as they are called in Vietnam, an alpine sled). Be sure to take a ride - just a lot of fun!

Working hours: 7:00 – 17:00.

Cost of visit: 20,000 dong. Additionally, travel on electric sleighs, funiculars, and elevators is paid.

4. Elephant Falls

The most powerful waterfall in the vicinity of Dalat. Located 40 km from the city. The place is not popular with tourists; only a few Vietnamese couples come here, so you can enjoy the Elephant Falls almost completely alone. But first you need to overcome a difficult descent along dilapidated steps in the jungle.

Cost of visit: 20,000 dong.

5. Pongur Falls

Pongur Falls is the farthest, but also the most beautiful waterfall in the vicinity of Dalat. It looks especially impressive during the rainy season. If you wish, you can walk barefoot along the cascades of the waterfall and swim under the streams of water. There is a large park near the waterfall.

Cost of visit: 10,000 dong.

6. Mount Langbiang

Mount Langbiang is the highest mountain in the vicinity of Dalat. On one of the peaks of Langbiang Mountain, at an altitude of 1950, there is an observation deck with amazing views of the surrounding area of ​​Dalat. You can climb the mountain on foot (for hiking enthusiasts) or drive up in a UAZ for an additional fee.

Cost of visit: 20,000 dong.

7. Golden Valley Park

The huge Golden Valley Park is located in a pine forest, on the shore of a lake, 15 km from Dalat. A place for leisurely walks and unity with nature. On weekdays the park is empty; on weekends, noisy Vietnamese tourists like to come to Golden Valley.

Cost of visit: 20,000 dong.

8. Park Valley of Love

A beautiful park 6 km from the city center. Well-groomed flower beds, numerous figures of animals, hearts, and many places for photography - this is a place for leisurely romantic walks and enjoying nature.

Cost of visit: 40,000 dong.

A very beautiful pagoda 8 km from the center of Dalat. This is the tallest pagoda in southern Vietnam, built in the 50s of the last century. The pagoda is decorated with pieces of porcelain, which makes it look very unusual. You can get to Linh Phuoc Pagoda by retro train.

Cost of visit : for free.

10. Coffee plantations

What to see in Dalat and the surrounding area in 2-3 days

Above I talked about the main attractions of Dalat, and now I will summarize what you can see in Dalat in 2-3 days. First, I’ll tell you what we visited in the city and its surroundings, but I’ll clarify that we spent 5 full days and two half days in Dalat 🙂 we weren’t in a hurry, we got in late, relaxed in a cafe, sometimes worked in the evenings, i.e. We didn’t lead a completely tourist life :)

Day 1 (after 14:00): flower garden, coffee break in a cafe on the lake shore, Crazy House, walk through the market, dinner.

Day 2 (from 10:30): walk around the city to the lower cable car station, ride up the cable car, Chuk Lak Thien Vien Monastery, descent to the lake. From the lake we walked to the Datanla waterfall. Visiting all three levels of the Datanla waterfall, riding an electric sleigh, a mini cable car and an elevator 🙂 Snack and coffee in a cafe near the waterfall. We returned to the city by taxi, walked around the market and went to the hotel to relax. In the evening, a promenade along Walking Street, dinner at a restaurant.

Day 3 (from 12:00): renting a bike, visiting Langbiang Mountain, visiting Golden Valley Park, Big C store, relaxing at the hotel, dinner at a restaurant and walking around the evening city.

Day 4 (it started very early, at 9 am 🙂): Elephant Falls, Pongur Falls, Prenn Park and Falls, Dalat Railway Station. At 16:00 we were already relaxing at the hotel.

Day 5: a day of idleness - we slept, I walked around the city, drank coffee in numerous coffee shops, rode swans on the lake at sunset, had dinner in a restaurant, bought sweets and drank wine on the balcony of the room.

Day 6 (until 13:00): walk around the city, market, buying tea and coffee.

This is how our holiday in Dalat was spent in “light” mode – I liked it :)

If you are in Vietnam on vacation and you can’t count every day, then I recommend the following route for sightseeing in Dalat and the surrounding area:

Day 1: Pongur waterfall – Prenn waterfall – Datanla waterfall – Chuk Lak Thien Vien Monastery – cable car – walks around the city (prenn can be excluded if time is limited).

Day 2: Mount Langbiang (only if the weather is clear, otherwise you won’t see anything from the mountain) – Golden Valley Park – Crazy House

Day 3: Railway station and a trip on a retro train to Linh Phuoc Pagoda – Flower Garden – purchasing souvenirs

By the way, if you arrive in Dalat by plane (or depart from it) and plan to get to the city by taxi, then you can see the Elephant Falls on the way from (to) the airport.

You can buy flights to Dalat.

And it’s easy to choose and book a hotel here (select and compare offers in different booking systems):

Attractions of Dalat on the map

The map shows the sights of Dalat and other useful places (cafes, shops, markets, etc.). Click on the menu icon in the top left corner

Dalat is popular among tourists due to its unique natural sites. But not only picturesque lakes, waterfalls, and beautiful gardens deserve attention. The city also has many interesting buildings that are worth a look even if you only spend 1 day here.

The atmosphere of Dalat is noticeably different from other cities in Vietnam. The city of love and eternal spring – that’s what the locals call it. Here the buildings are so in harmony with nature that it is sometimes difficult to understand what was created by the hands of modern man and what was inherited from our ancestors.

Local travel agencies offer to purchase excursion packages to the most remarkable corners of Dalat and its surroundings. Most often, tours last 1-3 days. If you want to know what you can see in Dalat on your own in 1-2 days, then this article and a map with marked points will be a useful guide.

The only inconvenience that single tourists may encounter is the distance of the main attractions from the city center. To get there you will have to:

1. use the services of a local taxi;
2. use the services of a motorcycle taxi. The owner of the bike will also be a guide;
3. rent a car or bike.

We took a small green taxi. The smaller the car, the cheaper. In one day we managed to visit 7 places. The price was 1,100,000 dong or $49. On the second day we visited 2 more places. We ordered a taxi by phone using an SMS message in English. In it they wrote down all the points that they wanted to go around. Indicate the hotel address and check-out time. Early in the morning the taxi driver arrived without delay.

Before leaving, we immediately discussed the amount of the trip. We agreed on 800,000 VND. But the meter showed 1,500,000 VND. The driver was very modest and could not ask for more than the agreed amount. We decided to pay him another 300,000 VND.

Here is a list of interesting places that we visited on our own in 2 days and we strongly recommend including them in your route when traveling around Dalat. If you still don’t know what to visit in Dalat, our list will help you make your choice.

• The points are placed in the same order as we visited them.

Pongur Falls -

We decided to see the sights from the farthest point. We drove to the waterfall without stopping, and on the way back we stopped at other places.

Many call Pongur Falls the largest in Vietnam. Whether this is true or not is difficult to judge. After all, its height is only 30 m. But the waterfall cascades along wide steps. The spectacle is fascinating. It reveals itself in all its glory during the rainy season, i.e. in the middle of summer. At this time, all rivers overflow due to excess rainfall.

Even if you come to Dalat for just 1 day, feel free to include this place in your program. This is the best waterfall in the area.

Entrance – 10,000 VND ($0.5)

View of the waterfall from the observation deck

Territory

Road to the waterfall

Elephant Waterfall is very powerful. The water here rushes down with a deafening roar to splash everyone who came to admire the delights of the water element.

But before enjoying this view you will need to go down a rather dangerous descent. My children and I didn’t dare go there. Only the husband was sent.

Entrance – 20,000 VND ($1)

Vietnam is famous for its coffee production no less than Brazil. Traveling through the suburbs of Dalat, every vacationer can stop and explore the huge coffee plantations. It's not often in life that you get the chance to see how fragrant grains grow. Those travelers who come to Vietnam during the flowering period of coffee trees will be especially lucky. It is a real miracle to see delicate white flowers with a magical aroma reminiscent of jasmine. At almost every farm you can try a freshly brewed drink and buy coffee beans to take with you.

Entry is free.

Prenn Waterfall -

This is not the largest waterfall in the vicinity of Dalat. However, when traveling around Vietnam, you should definitely visit a beautiful corner ten kilometers from the city. Water falls from a stone cliff into a lake. This is one of the favorite places for photography enthusiasts. Walking along the bamboo bridge you can capture a lot of interesting shots.

Around the waterfall there is a magnificent park full of exotic plants. At every step there are flower beds with amazing flowers, many gazebos, galleries, and cafes. To feel unity with nature and enjoy the sounds of water and birdsong, it is better to come here early in the morning. At this time there is not such an influx of people as at noon. At this time, enterprising Vietnamese are already in full swing enticing guests with an offer to ride an ostrich or an elephant.

Elephant business is not uncommon in Dalat. Currently, animals are used only in tourism. Although not so long ago they carried out work on transporting goods or harvesting wood.

Walking through the park is available to tourists every day until 17:00.

Datanla Park -

Datanla Park and Waterfall are popular among tourists as it is located close to the city. The waterfall is relatively small. Its length is just over 300 meters. However, a walk through picturesque groves with strange plants will give you a lot of pleasure.

Many tourists come here just to ride the famous attraction. You can get right from the beginning of the park to the foot of the waterfall along the “Vietnamese roller coaster”. Tickets for the electric sleigh are sold at the ticket office at the entrance. The price for a sleigh is 2.3 dollars (or 50 thousand Vietnamese dong) round trip.

Adult ticket – 30,000 VND ($1.5)

Child ticket – 15,000 VND ($0.75)

Buddhist complex Chuk Lam -

Chuc Lam is an active monastery, which is located in the mountains south of Dalat at an altitude of 1.5 kilometers. The complex was founded in 1994 with the aim of reviving the religious school, which was founded by King Tran Nhan Tong.

You can get to the place by cable car, taxi or motorbike.

The architectural project belongs to the Vietnamese Ngo Viet Thu and Nyung Ngoc An. During the construction process, the building was supplemented with massive gates and a bell tower, which were missing in the original version.

Currently, there are two monasteries, a Buddhist school, and several temples. There is even a small hotel for pilgrims on site.

On the territory of the temple we felt extraordinary harmony and peace.

Entry is free.

Madhouse -

Yes, yes, in the very heart of the city there is a real madhouse. This is what the Vietnamese call a bizarrely shaped hotel. This is a building made in the shape of a tree. Hang Nga, as it is also called, is full of architectural surprises. The architect of Crazy House is Dang Viet Nga, the daughter of the country's party leader. In her work, the author tried to completely get away from the stereotypes inherent in classical buildings.

The hotel is designed in an abstract style. The buildings resemble the silhouettes of various animals, and the entire building seems to be located in a huge hollow. The appearance of the hotel is difficult to describe verbally. To plunge into the fantastic atmosphere of “Crazy House” you need to see everything with your own eyes.

It is worth noting that this is not the only work of the architect in Dalat. You can get acquainted with her work by visiting the Catholic Church or the Palace of Culture.

Adult ticket – 40,000 VND ($1.8)

Child ticket – 20,000 VND ($0.9)

Temple of the Golden Buddha - Thien Vien Van Hanh Da Lat

The majestic Buddha statue is visible from almost every corner of Dalat. Its height is 24 meters and its weight is more than a ton. The statue was built in 2002 on one of the most elevated places in the city. Since then, not a single tourist leaves the city without admiring the majestic Buddha sitting on a huge lotus.

Shakyamuni holds another lotus in his hand. According to legend, one day Buddha, speaking to the people on the Sacred Mountain, showed a flower and watched the faces of his listeners. Then only one of those present smiled sincerely, looking at the beautiful plant. It was this man who was honored to have the Buddha impart his knowledge to him. There is a Buddhist temple next to the statue. Here you can also buy souvenirs with local symbols and small copies of the landmark made of bronze.

Free admission

Flower Garden – Dalat Flower Park

Dalat flower gardens were created in the late 60s of the last century. But during the Vietnam War they fell into such a deplorable state that they had to be reconstructed almost from scratch. Today, about a thousand different flowers grow on a vast territory. Roses, gerberas, hydrangeas of a wide variety of colors are planted in the form of fancy patterns and paths. The garden gate is made in the form of several arches, each of which is decorated with thousands of flowers. Throughout the territory there are flower sculptures in the form of animals, various objects and fairy-tale characters.

The collection of orchids deserves special attention. There are a huge number of them here. In addition to the usual unpretentious varieties, in Dalat Park you can find rare species that are very difficult to grow under artificial conditions. For such capricious species, special pavilions have been built, where gardeners recreate familiar natural conditions for plants.

The Flower Park is a favorite place for Vietnamese needlewomen. Women of all ages come here not only for the next dose of inspiration, but also put their work up for sale. Tourists have a wonderful chance to return to their homeland with a handmade souvenir.

Adult ticket – 30,000 VND ($1.5)

Child ticket – 15,000 VND ($0.75)

Xuan Huong Lake

The famous artificial lake in the city center. It was formed after the construction of a dam in 1919.

Not only tourists but also locals love to walk around the lake. Along the lake you can ride in a horse-drawn carriage and swim on swans.

Visiting is free.

Area near Big C

Often, at night, local musicians perform on the square, and children and youth enjoy roller skating, hoverboards, Segways and other devices.

Visiting is free.

Additionally, you can buy a snack from local merchants or rent a Segway or hoverboard.

Attractions on the map

All of the above places are indicated on Google map.

Dalat is a city of a thousand flowers, eternal love, beautiful waterfalls and crazy houses. The place was once chosen by French colonialists, who, escaping the southern heat, moved higher and higher into the mountains. People come here to admire coniferous forests and unusual monasteries, get lost in flower parks and unusual labyrinths, eat strawberries and get in touch with the local culture. If you are going to Dalat and are looking for something to see in 2 days, then this publication will come in handy.

How to navigate

Despite the fact that Dalat is a small city, its attractions are located at a decent distance from each other, and some are even beyond its borders. Therefore, for the convenience of moving between the attractions of Dalat, it is better to rent a moped or hire a driver for the whole day.

The cost of renting a moped is approximately 120,000 VND (±$5) per day, and you can rent it on almost every corner, even in guesthouses or small hotels. But it is necessary to take into account that at almost all attractions you will have to pay 2000 - 5000 dong for parking.

If you are not considering a two-wheeled mode of transport, then you can find a driver and agree with him to take you for a whole day to the places you want to visit. The price will vary from 700,000 dong (±$30), depending on the route.

Well, remember that for short trips you can use the Grab application (similar to Uber); in fact, we used it to get from the Dalat bus station to the guesthouse, where we immediately rented a bike.

I am writing the sights of Dalat in the order in which we visited them in 2 days.

What to see in Dalat on day 1

Valley of Love

Cost of visit: 100,000 VND. Parking: 3,000 VND.

Dalat Railway Station

Despite the fact that the station no longer serves a primary function, this place is a magnet for tourists. The railway station was built by the French in 1932 and was considered the most beautiful in all of Indochina. Now people come here to admire the locomotives of the last century and take a photo against the backdrop of the main station building. From here you can take the retro tourist train to the village of Traimat, where the bottle pagoda is located.

The train departs 5 times a day: at 7.45, at 9.50, at 11.55, at 14.00 and at 16.05. The journey to Traimat is 30 minutes.

Cost of visiting the railway station: 10,000 VND. Fare on the vintage train: 120,000 VND. Parking near the railway station: 3,000 VND.

Wan Han Pagoda and Golden Buddha Statue

Another on-duty attraction that is usually visited along the way. The height of the statue is 24 meters; Buddha holds a lotus flower in his right hand. Near the pagoda you can find a statue of a reclining Buddha, as well as sculptures of dragons and various mythical creatures. On the territory of the temple there is a sculpture workshop where statues of various shapes are cast from concrete. You can also make a donation here. At the same time, in honor of people who made large donations, marble benches are made, on which the name and city of the person who showed generosity is engraved. There are the most Russian names and cities here.

Xuan Huong lake

The lake, formed by the construction of a dam in 1919, rather serves as a guide that you are somewhere near the central part of Dalat. The lake is nothing special, but in the evening you can walk around or rent a swan and ride on the lake itself, the rental cost will be 70,000 dong.

Bar 100 roofs (100 Roofs Cafe) or Maze bar (ex. Duong Len Trang)

Why is a bar included in the list of Dalat attractions? Because this is truly a cool attraction that you will not find anywhere else in the world. You will come across a Buddha statue and waterfalls, but there is definitely no bar like this. The bar occupies a huge area and consists of many labyrinths that intertwine with each other. It's better to come here in the evening when electronic music is playing.

What to see in Dalat on day 2

Da Lat Flower Garden

A large botanical garden in the center of Dalat, divided into several thematic sectors, on which florists worked masterfully, creating entire works of art in the form of lush flower beds and flower sculptures. Here you will find a huge bottle from the French province of Bordeaux, a Dutch windmill, Mexican cacti and many other floral arrangements. This is a great place for leisurely romantic walks without leaving the center of Dalat.

Cost of visit: 40,000 VND. There is paid parking.

Linh Phuoc Pagoda

Visiting is free, but parking is paid. In principle, if you don’t reach the pagoda 150-200 meters, you can leave the bike for free.

Truc Lam Monastery and cable car (Truc Lam Dalat)

An active Buddhist monastery located in the highlands, surrounded by a lake and pine forests. An amazing place to heal your nerves. The best way to get to the monastery is by cable car, but there is also access for transport.

By the way, if you came to Dalat by bus, then keep in mind that the cable car is located next to (10 minutes walk) the Dalat bus station, so if you come light and are not tired from the trip, you can immediately start sightseeing from the monastery.

Visiting is free. Paid parking nearby.

Crazy House, Hang Nga Guesthouse

Crazy House is perhaps the main calling card of Dalat from the general list of attractions. It is both a hotel and a tourist attraction. Each excursion program necessarily includes a visit to this place. And it’s not surprising, because the madhouse in Dalat is one of the ten strangest buildings in the world. In addition, many TV shows with travel themes constantly include this place in their plots.

Cost of visit: 10,000 VND. Parking fee: VND 5,000.

Datanla waterfall

Cost of visiting, descending and ascending on an electric sleigh: 150,000 VND.

How long does it take to get to Dalat?

Of course, you need to go to Dalat overnight, preferably for several days; one day here is not enough. The best option would be to make an initial stop here in order to endure acclimatization as comfortably as possible. If you have been to Bali, you can compare this combination with Ubud. Many Russian tour operators offer combined Nha Trang + Phan Thiet tours, but it seems to me that they are missing the opportunity to create a unique program: Nha Trang + Dalat + Phan Thiet. Just look at the map and you will immediately understand how perfectly this route fits together.

I wish everyone to immerse themselves in this charming city.

It is an attractive tourist country. There is also a coastline, with resorts that allow you to enjoy warm sea waves and good weather almost throughout the year, and many attractions that allow you to create an exciting excursion program.

Where is it located and what sea is it washed by?

Geographically Vietnam applies to Southeast Asia and is located on the Indochina Peninsula. In the West the country borders with Cambodia and Laos, in the North with China.

The Vietnamese coast stretches along the eastern and southern parts of the country and is washed by the South China Sea, the Gulf of Thailand and the Gulf of Tonkin.

Phan Thiet and Mui Ne

These resorts are located in the south of the country and specialize in beach holidays. At the same time, in Mui Ne, Russian-speaking tourists, as a rule, feel more comfortable, since the Russian diaspora has settled there, many representatives of the Russian-speaking population have their own businesses, and there are many signs in Russian on the streets.

Nha Trang

This resort is one of most popular and at the same time, like Mui Ne, it is filled with a significant amount of Russian-language service. Many Russians have their own restaurants, excursion bureaus and other companies that work in the field of tourism and recreation.

Nha Trang offers opportunities for a wide variety of recreation. Wellness services are developed here, but there is also a lot of entertainment, including the famous Vietnamese diving.

Dalat

Is high mountain resort, which is located in the central part of Vietnam. Both Vietnamese and foreigners relax here. Moreover, the resort has a certain claim to elitism:

• many golf courses;
• cozy parks and forests;
• boat trips.

Dalat has magnificent nature, many waterfalls and coniferous forests. Excellent conditions for a relaxing holiday.

Phu Quoc and other islands

Phu Quoc- a magnificent resort island, where a large safari park was recently created. In addition, there is a lot of entertainment and a great beach holiday.

Con Dao Island– a relatively new tourist destination, but worthy of attention. There's great ecotourism there. In addition to its magnificent beaches, Con Dao offers:

• reserve;
• fishing;
• observation of exotic animals.

If you find yourself near Halong Bay, you can treat yourself to island visits Cat Ba and Tuan Chau. They offer wellness services and entertainment combined with a beach holiday.

Mountain resorts

These resorts should be noted because of the presence of mineral springs there.

Vietnam has many healthy mineral water sources, but there are relatively few resorts nearby.

Of course, the weather there is not ideal for relaxation all year round, but the conditions for a healthy vacation are quite optimal.

Located near Hanoi Ba Vi– a resort with a national park. There you can enjoy:

• mud baths;
• bathing in hot water;
• healing sessions of traditional medicine.

Not far from Ho Chi Minh City is the city of Vung Tau, whose territory includes Binh Chau resort. The resort is actively developing, offering hot mineral springs and quality service.

Beaches and coast

Beaches in the south The countries are suitable for resort holidays almost throughout the whole year. In autumn the rainy season begins there, but warm days are still observed.

Most resorts have access to the sea with a water temperature of at least twenty degrees, meaning you can always swim.

North less favorable weather conditions in winter. It really gets cold there (by Vietnamese standards) and swimming in winter is not possible.

Sights of the country

Authentic Vietnam is not only a resort holiday, but also an abundance.

This country has many territories where buildings of ancient civilizations and many natural beauties remain.

Besides It should be noted Remnants of the colonial era, many of the houses in Vietnam remain from the era when the French ruled the country.

For people from northern countries, they are attractive exotic entertainment:

1. reserves with crocodiles and other rare animals;
2. elephant riding;
3. National parks;
4. fishing;
5. snake restaurants.

There are absolutely original excursion options such as visiting guerrilla tunnels left over from the Vietnam War. Ha Long Bay is considered one of the most beautiful spaces on the planet.

Hanoi abounds architectural structures of different times: from the era of the development of Buddhism to the grandiose buildings of the times of communism. Da Nang attracts Marble mountains and pagodas. Tourists can see the famous Reclining Buddha statue watch in Phan Thiet.

In general, a lot of attractions are concentrated in the relatively small territory of Vietnam.

Regardless of which part of the country you go to, you will be able to make an interesting cultural program for yourself.

International airports

The country's territory now includes nine international airports, but only until four are there regular flights from Russia. The largest is Tan Son Nhat, which is located in Ho Chi Minh City. Not far from the capital(45 kilometers from Hanoi) is Noi Bai Airport, which attracts tourists with its architecture in the style of a classic Vietnamese pagoda.

If you need to fly to Dalang, it has its own airport three kilometers from the city. Khanh Hoa Province uses Cam Ranh, which is located in Nha Trang.

Tourists who are interested in resort holidays most often used Tan Son Nhat Airport, which is closest to popular resorts. In the future, this airport will be used for domestic flights, and “resort tourists” will be served by Long Thanh Airport.

Three points on the map of Vietnam (Nha Trang-Dalat-Mui Ne) that will be of interest to any tourist and traveler:

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