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• Bao Dai Summer Palace
• Dalat Cathedral
• Robin Hill 1600m (a cable car to a 2300 meters with an impressive panoramic view – at own expense)
• Buddhist Meditation Monastery & Paradise Lake
• Datanla Waterfall
• The Old Railway Station
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• Stop over at Da Lat jam workshop to enjoy locally produced jam and buy local specialties
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• Cable car fees, elephant riding fees.

The first person to explore this region was Mr. Nguyen Thong. Approximately 25 years later, in 1893, Dr. Yersin, a French immunologist discovered Dankia high lands while on an expedition to the Langbian high lands.

Xuan Huong Lake was formed by a dam in 1919. Its name comes from the meaning of the perfume and beauty of the spring. Xuan Huong Lake is a poetic site, attracting leisure visitors; it is also a popular rendezvous site for lovers. Da Lat Flower Gardens were established in 1966 by the South Vietnamese Agriculture Service and renovated in 1985. Flowers represented in include hydrangeas, fuchsias and orchids. Most of the latter are in special shaded buildings off to the right from the entrance. The orchids are grown in blocks of coconut palm trunk and in terracotta pots with lots of ventilation holes. Datanla Falls is a cascade about 350m from National Road 20 on a path that first passes through a forest of pines and then continues steeply down the hill into a rainforest. The other good thing is the wildlife - lots of squirrels, birds and butterflies. Prenn Falls (elevation 1124m), located at the foot of the Prenn Mountain Pass, is one of the largest and loveliest falls in the Dalat area. As you approach the falls, you will be able to notice the subtle change in temperature brought by the mist from the water falling from a height of 10m. Another good thing is that the foot of the fall is a small valley covered with flowers and pine trees. Lang Bian Mountain has five volcanic peaks ranging in altitude from 2,100m to 2,400m. Of the two highest peaks, the eastern one is known to locals by the woman's name K'Lang; the western one bears a man's name, H'Bian. The upper reaches of the mountain are forested. The views from the top of Lang Bian Mountain are truly spectacular.

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This bus operator has been in business since 1993 becoming established as one of the most popular travel companies in Vietnam after a name change in 2009. Sinh Tourist was initially based in a small coffee shop in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) but now spans offices across Vietnam which provide expert advice as well as assisting travellers in arranging tours and transport.

Routes served by The Sinh Tourist

Sinh Tourist offers a huge range of routes all across the country. It’s possible to travel to almost every destination within Vietnam you could wish with The Sinh Tourist, ensuring you are using an excellent, reliable and safe service .

From Ho Chi Minh City

One of the most popular trips for tourists is from HCMC to Dalat , Sinh Tourist offer one service per day on this route which leaves HCMC at 22.00, arriving at 05.00 and costing VND259,000. The journey in the opposite direction is priced at VND249,000 as it often takes a little longer, leaving Dalat at 08.00 and due to arrive in HCMC at 16.00.

If you’re in HCMC and wish to head to the beaches at Mui Ne then there are three buses each day making the trip. The services are spread throughout the day between 07.00 and 20.00, with a journey time of five hours. Visitors wishing to return to HCMC can jump on buses from Mui Ne at 07.30 or 13.00 each day. Buses are priced at VND169,000 for the journey in either direction.

Of course, The Sinh Tourist can also help if you are wanting to travel between Dalat and Mui Ne . There are two buses each day heading in either direction between 07.30 and 13.00, costing VND169,000 for the four hour trip.

One of the country’s main routes is the road from HCMC to Nha Trang and there are two buses a day connecting these cities. The journey typically takes around 11 hours and you have the option of travelling during the day or overnight on a sleeper bus. Tickets are from VND239,000 and buses depart in both directions at around 07.00 and 20.00.

From Nha Trang

From Nha Trang, visitors can head south along the coast or inland to either Mui Ne or Dalat . The bus ride between Nha Trang and Mui Ne takes around five hours, with two departures each day at 07.15 and 20.00. Buses for the return journey leave at 13.00 every day and tickets are priced at VND179,000 either way.

Sinh Tourist offers just one bus per day from Nha Tang to Dalat which leaves at 07.30 and is scheduled to arrive at 11.30. However, there are two buses leaving Dalat for Nah Trang each day at 07.30 and 13.00, tickets cost VND169,000 each way.

All visitors to Vietnam will spend some time in Hanoi during their trip and you’ll no doubt want to visit the ancient capital of Hue . There is one overnight service per day connecting the two cities, leaving Hanoi at 18.00 (arriving in Hue at 07.00) and departing Hue at 17.30 (getting in to the capital for 06.45). This is a 13 hour trip that will cost from VND299,000 one way.

From Hue, Sinh Tourist can arrange transport to Da Nang , a popular coastal city in its own right but also the gateway to Hoi An. There are two services each day from Hue (at 08.00 and 13.15) making the three hour trip to Da Nang. There are also two buses every day heading tin the opposite direction, both priced at VND169,000. From Da Nang all visitors should head to Hoi An, just 1 ½ hours away. There are two buses connecting Da Nang and Hoi An each day, priced at VND159,000.

International destinations

Sinh Tourist can also help you book tickets to international destinations, including within Cambodia and Laos.

From HCMC, you can travel to Sihanoukville by bus at 07.00 each morning, the trip costs VND678,000 for the 11 hour journey. You can also visit Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh , from HCMC. There are four services per day between 06.30 and 15.30 crossing the border into Cambodia. For visitors looking to return to HCMC, there are three buses each day from Phnom Penh, with prices starting at VND307,000.

From Hanoi, Sinh Tourist can arrange travel into Laos, it these are very long bus rides. There is one service each day to both Vientiane (22 hours) and Luang Prabang (24 hours), both departing at 17.00. Tickets cost VND674,000 to Vientiane and VND1,059,000 to Luang Prabang.

It’s very convenient that you are able to book all of your travel within Vietnam, and even to Cambodia and Laos, using just one company. This will save you a lot of time organising and arranging transport, so you can focus on choosing where you want to stay and what you want to eat during your trip.

As Sinh Tourist has been operating since 1993, you can be confident that you will receive a reliable and high quality service.

The prices of Sinh Tourist buses can be slightly higher than with some of its competitors, but you are paying for the expertise and professionalism of this long-established company.

Keep in mind

It is possible to purchase open bus tickets from Sinh Tourist, which allow you to hop-on and hop-off all along the route between Hanoi and HCMC. You’ll have to check the prices as it can depend on where your journey begins.

Travellers reviews

The majority of reviews of Sinh Tourist services praise the reliability and comfort of the buses and the operator has long been a hugely popular choice amongst travellers of all ages and budgets.

Criticism of these trips tend to focus on the same issues that plague bus travel across the country, such as fairly common delays affecting journey times and the lack of toilets onboard the buses. Unfortunately, delays are a fact of life when travelling through many countries and Vietnam is no exception. The absence of toilets is a bigger issue but, again, is one that affects travellers on almost every bus in the country.

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The travel stories with cups of coffee at a coffee house had inspired the foundation of a travel agent named Sinh Cafe in 1993.

A coffee house located in Pham Ngu Lao Street had welcomed many travelers throughout the world who wanted to stop for a cup of coffee and making plan for their upcoming travel. Since then “The travel stories with cups of coffee” had begun its first pages.

The need of travelers had made Sinh Cafe feel that it is necessary to introduce travelers its Vietnam country, its culture, its people with its friendly instinct and hospitality. Sinh Cafe was the first in Saigon who has provided travelers with travel information and transport to ease their travel.

Sinh Cafe had witnessed a variety of market segments of the tourist industry with different types of travelers ever increasing in a potential market in blossom. Sinh Cafe has diversified its products to please the travelers in the spirit of keeping up its traditional core business: To introduce its Vietnam country and Vietnamese people to friends all over the world. This is the initial mission of the inborn concept of founding Sinh Cafe.

Sinh Cafe has made every effort to develop a stable system of human resources to improve know how and professionalism of its staff. Sinh Cafe has strengthened ceaselessly the quality its services i.e. package tours, tailored tours, open bus at a reasonable price. Additionally, Sinh Cafe has developed its strength in building and designing open tours with multiple choices which can meet diversiform requirements of local and international travelers.

Today Sinh Cafe is an internationally-renowned, award-winning travel agent. Our first cafeteria serving as a travel office in Ho Chi Minh City has grown with the establishment of local offices in Da Lat, Mui Ne, Nha Trang, Hoi An, Da Nang, Hue, Hanoi and international offices in Phnom Penh, Siem Riep.

Though it has grown significantly over years, its philosophy for business has not changed: To introduce Vietnam to worldwide friends with passion to please them is its principal mission as initially set.

To mark the growth of a coffee house organizing travel to become a professional travel agent, it decided to change its trademark from Sinh Cafe to TheSinhTourist.

Travel stories with cups of coffee had inspired the foundation of Sinh Cafe in 1993, and has given birth to TheSinhTourist in 2009. TheSinhTourist will keep on developing sustainably “The travel stories with cups of coffee” from now on to satisfy all travel needs of the world people.

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• s s simona L. Aug 12, 2023 Bus nuovo, pulito, confortevole. Il viaggio è stato veloce ma con una piccola pausa per le eventuali necessità. L'autista ha guidato bene, senza abusare del clacson che disturba chi riposa. Consigliato.
• T T Therese T. Aug 6, 2023 The driver and his assistant was very polite, patient when the bus does breaks in between stops for food and bio which made the 6 hr trip a breeze.
• J J Juliette B. Jun 15, 2023 We are two Canadian backpackers and had a great experience with this bus. When we arrived at the bus stop, we paid 40 USD for the visa (we didn’t ask for the e-visa) and had to give our passeports. The bus left right on time and after 2h we got to the Cambodian border where the guide took care of everything. We were then stoped at a restaurant while the guide requested the visas. After around 15 minutes he came back and everything was ready. We then got back on the road to get to Phnom Penh. Overall this experience went really smoothly and I would recommend it.

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How much does a bus ride cost from da lat to mui ne.

The cost of a bus ride for a roundtrip adult ticket to Mui Ne leaving from Da Lat is around $7.03

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The Sinh Tourist do not have toilets on board.

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The Sinh Tourist does not have Wi-Fi on board their rides.

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The Sinh Tourist has e-tickets so you don’t need to print your tickets.

Which cities does The Sinh Tourist operate in?

The Sinh Tourist operates in Mui Ne, Da Lat, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, and Hanoi

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The Sinh Tourist’s office is located at 246 De Tham, Phạm Ngũ Lão, District 1

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• Accomodation at preferred hotels (Option: standard hotels to high-end hotels)
• Meals as indicated (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner) 
• A/C bus/minivan/car as mentioned in the program 
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• Hotel's check in time at 02:00PM and check out time at 12:00 noon 
• Due to temperate climate in Da Lat, Da Lat's hotels are not equipped with A/C 
• Tour guide is only available when participating in each tour at each location, no guide during transiting between destinations 
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During the colonial era, Da Lat (Đà Lạt), also Dalat , in the South Central Highlands of Vietnam , was the playground of the French, who built villas in the clear mountain air to escape the heat and humidity of the plains and coastal areas.

Understand [ edit ]

Dalat looks somewhat like a cross between Vietnam and rural France. Many of its hotels and houses are built in a European/French style. The city spreads across a series of pine-covered hills, with a small lake in the centre and surrounded by a man-made lake and higher peaks, making for some lovely scenery quite different from the rest of Vietnam. Temperatures are pleasantly warm by day, and cool at night, down to perhaps 10°C.

Dalat is surrounded by some of the best mountain biking, hiking and canyoning opportunities in Vietnam, with hills of coffee and tea plantations, which evoke images of the colonial hill stations of the north of India.

Dalat's high altitude (1,500–2,000 m) and fertile landscape make it one of Vietnam's premier agricultural areas, producing varieties of fruits, vegetables, tea, coffee, and flowers that don't grow in the lowlands. In markets as far north as Hanoi and Haiphong, vegetable and flower vendors will tout their "grown in Dalat" produce.

Dalat is a favorite destination for company-sponsored weekend outings, family getaways, and honeymooners.

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By plane [ edit ]

Some hotels offer special arrangements with taxi companies to ferry hotel guests to and from the airport for around 200,000 dong. Hotels can try to rip you off by asking for anything between 300,000 to 400,000 dong for an airport transfer. Be adamant on 200,000 dong. Taxi service with ☏ +84 6 3383 5583 have a fixed price of 250,000 dong. Malinh taxi charges 300,000 dong to the airport. If going by meter, it comes to around 577,000 dong (distance around 35 km).

Or catch the airport shuttle for 60,000 dong per person (Aug 2022). They will ask what hotel you're staying in, and the airport shuttle bus will take you there. You can get the shuttle back to the airport at the Intercity Bus Station (Bến xe Liên tỉnh), also for 60,000 dong, last bus at 7 pm (Aug 2022).

By bus [ edit ]

Most local and foreign travelers arrive in Dalat by bus, including those traveling on the famous Sinh Cafe Hanoi-HCMC open-tour buses.

Phuong Trang Busline runs several daily services to Dalat from Nha Trang and Ho Chi Minh City . From Nha Trang the bus ride is about 5 hours, with the obligatory stop at a dilapidated Cham temple/tourist site. From Nha Trang, the travel time to 3–4 hours, including a 30-minute breakfast/WC stop about one hour out of Nha Trang. From Ho Chi Minh City the bus ride is about 7 hours (9 hours if there is bad traffic leaving Saigon). If coming from Mui Ne , be careful as the road is rough most of the way, so try to book a large bus or at least a seat towards the front.

From Mui Ne : An Phu Travel . 07:30, afternoon . 2 buses a day. It's not too comfortable seater bus but still ok. Tickets can be booked in most hotels and guest houses. They have free pick up. Journey takes 4-5 hours and includes some great views. Drop off in Dalat: Nguyen Chi Thanh street, close to the city center. USD5 . ( updated Mar 2018 ) . The Sinh Tourist . The bus tickets are available online on baolau ( updated Mar 2018 ) .

From Danang - Danang Central Bus Station, sleeper bus from Danang to Dalat with air-cond, toilet on bus, departs from Danang at 17:00 and arrives Dalat at 08:00 - 09:00 (15 hours), it costs 265,000 dong/ticket, you may come directly to the Bus Station or online booking via email [email protected].

For foreign visitors, it may be best to book a ticket on a bus without a television. The entertainment offered could be loud and unappealing if you prefer sleeping before arriving at their next destination.

Alternatively, catch a local bus at Ho Chi Minh City , Bien Hoa , Phan Rang , Nha Trang or Buon Ma Thuot .

By motorbike [ edit ]

Motorbikes are also a good choice for adventurous travelers who like to travel in an experiential style and save money. From Saigon to Da Lat is about 300 km, it takes about 7 – 10 hours if traveling by motorbike. Although it takes quite a long time, these will be quite interesting experiences, as well as help you discover many beautiful scenes along the way. A legit motorbike driving license is required to rent a motorbike in Vietnam.

Get around [ edit ]

Depending on where you stay, you can walk to most parts around town. You can catch a xe om (motorbike taxi) from most corners, so if you're going somewhere farther out of town, you have a fast way to get there. You can also book via app using Grab Bike. Taxi cars are also abundant and reasonable in price, yet watch the meter, as meter fixing is a common practice from north to south. As of July 2018, meter-fixing is a much diminished problem and almost all taxi meters click into life after the vehicle has traveled a few metres. The occasional taxi may take you on a circuitous route to get to your destination but opening Google maps and pointing out that you know the way reduces incidents of this kind. Taxis are cheap and an ideal way to get round Dalat.

There is a local bus which passes near most of the main tourist sites. Heading south you can catch it at the bus shelter by the lake. Otherwise, the bus hub can be found on Hoa Binh Square (Khu Hoa Binh - behind Hoa Binh theater), just up from the market. The last bus each day is at 17:30.

There are many places around town to rent a bicycle, tandem, or motorbike. Please consider carefully before you rent a motorbike, as according to the Vietnamese law you must be in the possession of a valid Vietnamese driver's licence to be able to drive a motor vehicle in the country. Failure to have one cancels any insurance that the bike might come with and makes you liable for any damages. In Southeast Asia, you are always liable, as you are always guilty, as you are presumed to have more money than the other party. Hence you will have to pay for damages to the bike and its full value, damages to other people and their property, as well as ruining your holiday. Need a private car, contact mrlee from Mimosatravel, excellent English guide and driver

See [ edit ]

• Colonial Palaces . The three palaces and summer home of the colonial era, last emperor of Vietnam Bao Dai, which is of great interest once you visit these three heritage sites, named Palace I, II and III, the Dalat Palace Hotel being one of them, with its adjacent Dalat Du Park Hotel, all from the 1920s, together with the Dalat Palace Golf Club, which was built in 1922, to give his majesty the opportunity to practice his golf skills picked up during his years of study in France. The golf course is an awesome site, whether you enjoy the swinging and putting or not, as the coffee shop at the golf course has some wholesome meals of Asian and European food, with great view of the deep green fairways and classy environment. The Palace I is on the same street when you walk to the Crazy House. It is about a 15-30 minute walk depending on your pace (1.1 km from Tran Phu, 47 m elevation gain). Palace II is located on Tran Hung Dao, not far from the Xuan Huong Lake (next to Yersin Park). Palace III is a museum that displays the beautiful original 1930s furniture. It is open daily 07:00-17:00, 30,000 dong (Feb 2020).  

• Crazy House , Huỳnh Thúc Kháng, Phường 4 ( about 0.3 km off Duy Tan St ). A striking, not-quite-finished Gaudi-esque fantasy house designed by the daughter of an independence war hero. Well worth a visit, even if you are not too interested in architecture. 40,000 dong .  

• Dalat Market . Filled with local specialities: strawberry jam, fruit conserves, avocado, artichokes.  
• Flower Garden ( at the northwestern end of Xuan Huong Lake ). A set of flower gardens centred around a reconstructed traditional Vietnamese teak wood house. If you go for a stroll around the lake, it can be visited as a stop. 70,000 dong . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• Golden Spring Lake ( Ho Suoi Vang ). Unspoiled scenery.  
• Truc Lam Zen Monastery ( public bus to south directions (e.g. Bao Loc) from Khu Hoa Binh, get off on turn to cable car station near bus terminal ). Best to reach it via a cable car ride over the pine forest. Bus: 7,000 dong, cable car: 80,000 dong both ways, 60,000 dong one way . ( updated Mar 2018 )

• Lake of Sorrow ( Lake of Sighs ) ( 5 km northeast of town on Ho Xuan Huong Rd ). The Lake of Sorrow is a common destination in Dalat. The Lake of Sorrow is so-named because of a tale of two lovers, one who committed suicide after the other was called up to serve in the army.  
• Langbiang Mountain ( public bus to Lac Duong from Khu Hoa Binh, 12,000 dong ). Parking closes at 17:00 . There are 2 peaks: 1915 m and 2167 m. First one is reachable by a steep paved path, you can ride in a Jeep (360,000 dong for 1 Jeep). The second one is 2-3 hours great hike. You don't need to enter the main gate and pay the fee if going to 2167 m peak, trail start on the right of the gate. Also visit the ethnic village at the foot of the mountain. ( updated Mar 2018 )
• Linh Phuoc Pagoda , Trai Mat, Da Lat ( About 8 km from town ). This kitschy temple is one of a kind in Vietnam. Broken porcelain is used to compose beautiful mosaics that adorn the whole of this 7-level pagoda, and it is still expanding. free .  
• Nha Tho Domaine de Marie , Ngo Quyen ( 1 km from where Hai Thuong and Ba Trang Hai (3 Trang Hai) meet ). A pink church on top of a hill, with a store selling various dried fruits and snacks from the local orchards run by the nuns of the monastery.  
• Pongour Falls ( 30 km south of town on Hwy 20 ). It's one of the largest and widest waterfalls in Vietnam and during the wet season is a magnificent sight. A dam built nearby has reduced the water flow. Toilets are pit latrines with no water, soap or tissue, so bring your own. 10,000 dong per person. 5,000 dong per bike .  
• Prenn Falls ( at the foot of Prenn Pass, about 10 km outside of town ). Daily until 17:00 . A very common stop on a typical Dalat tour, Prenn Falls is quite beautiful, but is a lot more fun when you're hiking it than just taking pictures of it.   220.000vnd/per
• Thien Vien Truc Lam Monastery ( at the top of where the cable car drops you off ). The monastery has a magnificent view over the dams below and its gardens are full of landscaped shrubs in animal form. Extremely peaceful. A great place to relax and soak in the tranquility. People who do not want to complete the round trip could opt for a 4.1-km walk back to Tran Phu. Be sure to bring a map. On the walk back you can go down to Tuyen Lam Lake, visit nearby Datanla waterfall, and take the bus back to town. A 54-m-tall statue of the goddess of mercy, Guan Yin, was completed in 2019. Free admission. The cable car to the monastery costs 50,000 dong one-way, return 70,000 dong. .  
• Tuyen Lam Lake ( Hồ Tuyền Lâm ) ( 5 km south of town on Hwy 20 ). Its clean green waters flow from the beautiful Tia Spring and from the Da Tam River, which flows down from Voi mountain. Its waters stretch over an immense 350 ha and because of its various sources, Tuyen Lam is known as the lake where rivers, springs, and forests meet. The lake was built in the 1980s. It is one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in town. The other side of the lake is Voi Mountain which is a good place for hiking.  
• Valley of Love ( Thung Lũng Tình Yêu ), Phu Dong Thien Vuong St ( about 5 km out of town ). Daily until 17:00 . The Valley of Love is common stop on Dalat tours and is very popular with honeymooners. The Valley of Love is also a great spot for canyoning. 250000vnd . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• Xuan Huong Lake ( Hồ Xuân Hương ) ( centre of town ). Public lake in the centre. Approximately 5 km in length, this lake was made after two dams on the Camly River were destroyed during a storm in the 1930s. Now, Xuan Huong Lake is one of the main draws of Da Lat, and you can see honeymooners and locals strolling its banks. Many nice hotels have a view of the lake. The lake was drained in 2010, but is now filled again. Boats can be rented on both sides of the lake. The lake is adorned with a blindingly bright advertising sign, aimed directly at the lakeside hotels and coffee shops.  

Do [ edit ]

• Lak Lake . Stop on a bike-tour in the central highlands. It's a beautiful ride down to the elephant waterfall through coffee plantations and then up to Lak Lake over a mountain and then through sunny highlands with rice fields. The road is partly very bad, but doable.  
• University of Dalat , 1 Phu Dong Thien Vuong St . Students from the Hand-in-Hand Club are eager to serve as free guides.  

Buy [ edit ]

Most visitors to Dalat are Vietnamese, and most of them leave loaded with stuff. What they like to take home is dried and candied fruits, strawberry preserves, coffee, green and artichoke tea, local wine, dried venison, orchids, strawberries, avocados, and other fresh produce. If you take any sort of organized tour, chances are you will be off-loaded for a half hour at a shop selling these items. Local treats are also for sale in abundance in the large central market in the area around Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Le Dai Hanh. Partly covered and partly outdoors, the market has dozens of small stalls selling fruits and vegetables, clothing, and a variety of other goods. There is a supermarket on the top floor selling necessities for travellers. Strolling around the market is a favourite evening activity, and every night it buzzes with thousands of visitors.

Dalat does not offer lot of high-end handicrafts of the sort favoured by overseas tourists. Dalat is famous, however, for its beautifully crafted silk embroidered pictures, which can be purchased at a massive mark up from the many galleries around Dalat or at a fraction of the price from the central Dalat market.

Dalat also has an abundance of fruit, vegetables, and flowers available for purchase if you plan to stay for a few days and want to liven up your hotel room or cook your own meals.

Eat [ edit ]

Food markets [ edit ]

• 11.942883 108.436884 1 Dalat (Central) Market ( Chợ Đà Lạt ), Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai ( town center ). Open daily until early evening . Dalat's Central Market place is the best place in town to eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Near the entrance, there is a lively and always busy vegetable restaurant that serves excellent soups. A tiny vegetarian food stall is in a corner of the second level. ( updated Sep 2022 )

Budget [ edit ]

• 11.939759 108.436486 2 Curry Chaaa , 32 Đường Ánh Sáng . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.941458 108.427225 3 Quan chay trung hieu , Thành phố Đà Lạt . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.939387 108.433587 4 Sữa đậu nành Nguyễn Văn Cừ -Soya Milk Stall , 2 Đường Nguyễn Văn Cừ . ( updated Jul 2022 )
• 11.948801 108.436376 5 Bánh ướt lòng gà LONG , 202/2/5 Phan Đình Phùng . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.949684 108.437648 6 Cơm chay Thanh Đạm , 99C Nguyễn Văn Trỗi . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.947805 108.439958 7 Quán Cơm chay An Lạc Tâm , 104 Đ. Bùi Thị Xuân . ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.951853 108.439033 8 Bánh Mì Xíu Mại Ri 79 , 1 Đường Thông Thiên Học . ( updated Sep 2022 )

Mid-range [ edit ]

• 11.944336 108.439962 9 Vcafe restaurant , 17 Đường Bùi Thị Xuân , ☏ +84 6 3352 0215 , [email protected] . 07:00-22:30 . Popular place for Western travellers. Diverse menu of international dishes and live music every evening. ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.944362 108.439887 10 IndiaGate , 19 Đường Bùi Thị Xuân , ☏ +84 263 3677 779 , [email protected] . 10:00-23:00 . Indian restaurant. Vegan and halal options available. ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.942055 108.436812 11 Fungi Chingu Chợ Đêm - Quán nướng Hàn Quốc , 1 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai . Korean BBQ ( updated Sep 2022 )
• 11.943987 108.434536 12 Goc ha thanh , 51 Đường Trương Công Định . ( updated Sep 2022 )

Splurge [ edit ]

• Dalat Palace Golf Club , 1 Phu Dong Thien Vuong St , ☏ +84 6 3382 1201 . 06:00-20:00 . Cafe, pro shop and clubhouse, offering Mexican and Western food.  

Drink [ edit ]

• Cafe Noi , 74 Phan Dinh Phung St ( near intersection Truong Cong Dinh ). Lovely cafe with relaxed music and great coffee with chocolate flavour. Lots of young locals playing cards and board games here. Not yet spoiled by masses of tourists.  
• Cafe Tung' . Really nice cafe. The delicious Vietnamese coffee costs 8,000 dong and is served with tea.  
• Hangout Bar , 71 Truong Cong Dinh St ( opposite Peace Hotel ). Open after midnight . Classic backpacker bar. Free pool table, board games, and darts. Guests can choose their music. Good place to meet other travellers and expats. ( updated Aug 2020 )
• Larry's Bar , 12 Tran Phu ( basement of the Dalat Palace Hotel ). Happy hour 17:00-19:00 . Library-style decorations with dark wood paneling, pool table, and darts.  
• Saigon Nite , 11 Hai Bà Trưng . Open until after midnight . Cheap beer, pool, and friendly staff. Lots of tourists and expats.  
• The Escape Bar , 18 Phan Bội Châu, tp. , ☏ +84 63 3578 888 . Live music every night, cosy and friendly bar. ( updated Oct 2016 )
• 100 Roofs Cafe ( Duong Len Trang ), 26 Phan Bội Châu, 1, Tp. . The main attraction here is the building, which is a themed maze of indoor caves, tunnels, staircases, alcoves, ladders, a rooftop garden and everything in between, while built-in bar tables and chairs are plentifully scattered all around. Definitely not the place to get drunk (unless you sit at the 1st or 2nd floor). Definitely a unique, must-see experience in the city. ( updated Jan 2017 )

Sleep [ edit ]

• Bon Mua Guesthouse , 1B1 Bui Thi Xuan St ( between intersection with Phan Boi Chau and Hotel Dai Loi ), ☏ +84 9 1720 9530 . Clean, basic guesthouse. From USD5 .  
• Dalat Hotel , 151 Phan Dinh Phung St , ☏ +84 6 3383 3748 , [email protected] . Clean rooms, friendly staff and big breakfast. They also have sauna, steam, and hot tub free of charge for guests (16:00-19:00). ( updated Sep 2022 )
• Hang Nga Guest House , Bui Thi Xuan St ( opposite Trung Cang Hotel ), ☏ +84 9 0310 0132 , [email protected] . Friendly staff, clean rooms, good English spoken. From USD7 .  
• 11.946262 108.436254 1 Lucky D's Hostel , 66/6 Nguyen Van Troi street , ☏ +84-931282450 , [email protected] . USD3 dorm beds with breakfast . ( updated Aug 2017 )
• Mr. Peace backpacker's house , 3/8 Hai ba Trung St , ☏ +84 977 089 159 , +84 633 828456 , [email protected] . Friendly, cosy, clean, good atmosphere, centrally located, excellent English speaking, crazy, may have family dinner with you. Good price. usd6+ .  
• Hoa Binh 1 Hotel ( Peace Hotel 1 ), ☏ +84 6 3382 2787 . It is anything but peaceful, and fills to capacity on weekends, but staff are friendly. There is a cafe next door. USD10-15 .  
• Mai Tam Guesthouse , 2B Le Thanh Ton St , ☏ +84 6 382 5363 . Clean family-run guesthouse a little outside city centre in a Vietnamese residential area (about 1½-km, 20-min walk). The family rents out scooters for USD5/day. They also have a convenience shop downstairs. 150,000 dong .  
• My Dream Hotel , 213A Phan Đình Phùng , ☏ +84 9 1856 4472 , [email protected] . 187,000 dong . ( updated Apr 2017 )
• Nam Ky Hotel , 11 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia , ☏ +84 6 3382 4493 , +84 9 1378 9449 . Nice view from the rooms.  
• Ngoc My Hotel , 01 Le Thi Hong Gam St . Nice location with Xuan Huong Lake view and clean rooms, balconies facing the lake. From USD25 .  
• Peace Hotel . Free Wi-Fi, breakfast extra for USD1. From USD7 .  
• Sakura Hotel , Bui Thi Xuan St . Cheap hotel near the student centre.  
• Les Sapins 60 Hotel , 60 Truong Cong Dinh St ( Next door to Peace Cafe ), ☏ +84 6 3383 0839 . Renovated, clean rooms, free Wi-Fi and Internet in the lobby, breakfast for USD1 available. USD10-20 .  
• Thanh Huong Hotel , 02 Bui Thi Xuan St , ☏ +84 6 3382 7699 , [email protected] . Includes cable TV, Wi-Fi and fridge. Some rooms have balconies.  
• Van Anh Hotel , Bui Thi Xuan St . The staff speak good English, rooms are clean with cable TV, free Wi-Fi. Very motorcycle-friendly. From USD10 .  
• 11.9312 108.42439 2 Villa Vista Dalat , Ngo Thi Sy, Ward 4 , ☏ +84 939 500 236 , [email protected] . This is a new villa, with breathtaking views from all rooms, food, great coffee, tours, transportation options, live music and personal service. from USD30 .  
• Pine Hill Homestay Dalat , [email protected] . Home on top of the hill overlooking the city. 3 min from King's summer palace, 10 min walk from crazy house. With kitchen. Double 535,000 dong . ( updated Apr 2017 )
• N.T hostel ( Da Lat ), 8/13 Pham Ngoc Thach Street P6 ( near Da Lat Hospital ), ☏ +84772072605 , [email protected] . In the heart of the city, Super comfortable beds, friendly staff, in the city center. USD5-8 . ( updated May 2019 )
• Ana Mandara Villas , Le Lai St . 65 rooms within 17 refurbished French colonial villas. A bit far from the city centre and only recommended to those who like to walk, what with large distances between the accommodations and the other services of the resort. Charming and for the adventurous. Must like sharing living rooms and other services, as each villa houses several rooms, hence the sharing issue.  
• 11.93686 108.439 3 Dalat Du Parc Heritage Boutique Hotel , 7 Trần Phú, 3 , ☏ +84 63 3825 777 . Hotel built in 1922, part of the original Dalat Palace compound, with 143 rooms and one ambassador suite. Style and glory of yesteryear, a very old fashioned lift and great views from the rooms at the back of the hotel. 800,000 - 2,100,000 dong . ( updated Mar 2016 )
• Dalat Edensee Lake Resort & Spa , Tuyen Lam Lake - Zone VII.2 , ☏ +84 6 3383 1515 . Mountain and garden view, Eden suite, all equipped with 32-inch LCD TV, king bed and minibar. Free Wi-Fi. Nam Xuan, Eden Lake Café, and Riesling restaurants within the compound. From USD139 .  
• The Dalat Palace Heritage , 12 Tran Phu St . 43 luxury rooms and suites, one presidential suite. Built in the art deco-style of the 1920s with imperial dining rooms and facilities. It has beautiful gardens. It was conceived as the very centre of the city and dominates with great views onto the Xuan Huong Lake. It also has an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and spa.  
• Hotel Dalat , 5 Nguyen Thai Hoc St . ( updated Aug 2022 )
• Dalat Hotel . The resort covers five hectares, is comprised of six villas with 75 rooms in total. ( updated Sep 2020 )
• Binh An village ( Taxi; Resort's bus ), ☏ +84 63 3800 999 , [email protected] . Good place to sleep, great view, but far from the city ( updated Mar 2015 )

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The Da Lat railway station is now a tourist attraction, operating only a seven kilometre scenic journey to Trai Mat. There are five departures a day (a minimum of 20 passengers required). The trip takes 25 minutes one way and it includes a 40-minute stop in Trai Mat with the usual touristy things before returning, the total experience taking 1.5 hours. Round-trip ticket costs 124,000 VND. Thap Cham railway station, 100 kilometres away in My Hung Ward, Phan Rang commune, Ninh Thuan province, is the closest intercity train station to Da Lat. It serves the city of Phan Rang-Thap Cham. Hien An is a small local bus company operating the route between Da Lat and Phan Rang. The minibus will leave when there are enough people. See the bus section for schedule. Alternatively, Nha Trang railway station is 135 kilometres away and is a more convenient option as there are frequent air-con buses and several large companies connecting Da Lat and Nha Trang.

The intercity bus station (ben xe lien thinh Da Lat) is located at 01 To Hien Thanh, two kilometres south of Xuan Huong Lake. Da Lat is predominantly serviced by Phuong Trang (Futa Bus), though a few small companies also operate from this terminal. You can purchase Phuong Trang tickets at the station or at their office downtown. Few foreign tourists know this: If you arrive into the station on a Phuong Trang bus, your ticket includes a free shuttle to your hotel in town . Taxis will immediately approach foreigners getting off the bus and whisk them away before they figure this out. When you disembark, follow the locals to the fleet of minivans. The driver will likely not speak English but simply show your hotel address. Phuong Trang (Futa Bus) Downtown: 11A/2 Le Quy Don, P.5, Da Lat Bus station: 01 To Hien Thanh, P.3, Da Lat; T: (063) 358 5858; futabus.vn . Nha Trang : sitting bus departs at 07:00, 08:00, 11:00, 12:00, 15:00, 16:00. Costs 135,000 VND and takes 4 hours. HCMC: sleeping bus departs every 30 minutes from 05:00-02:00. Costs 220,000 VND and takes 8 hours. Hue : sleeping bus departs at 15:00. Costs 335,000 VND and takes 16 hours. Da Nang: sleeping bus departs at 14:00, 15:00, 16:00. Costs 270,000 VND and takes 15 hours. Quang Ngai : sleeping bus departs 14:00, 15:00, 16:00. Costs 230,000 VND and takes 12 hours. Quy Nhon: sleeping bus departs 14:00, 15,00, 16:00. Costs 215,000 VND and takes 10 hours. Can Tho : sleeping bus departs at 07:30. Costs 320,000 VND and takes 12 hours. Other bus companies: Hanoi : sleeping bus departs at 03:00, 04:00, 05:00. Costs 700,000-800,000 VND and takes 36-40 hours. Hue: departs at 12:30. Costs 300,000 VND and takes 16 hours. Da Nang : departs at 12:30. Costs 270,000 VND and takes 15 hours. Quang Ngai: departs at 12:30. Costs 250,000 VND and takes 12 hours. Quang Nhon : departs at 12:30. Costs 250,000 VND and takes 10 hours. Ca Mau: departs at 11:00. Costs 360,000 VND. Da Lat is a stop on most open tour bus company routes. The Sinh Tourist : 22 Bui Thi Xuan St, Da Lat (at Trung Cang Hotel); T: (063) 382 2663; [email protected]; www.thesinhtourist.vn ; open 06:30-22:00. All Sinh Tourist buses departing from Da Lat are sitting bus. To travel to Hoi An , you’ll have to change buses in Nha Trang. Mui Ne : (160km) departs at 07:30,13:00. Costs 99,000 VND and takes 4 hours. Nha Trang: (140km) departs 07:30, 13:00. Costs 99,000 VND and takes 4 hours. HCMC: (310km) departs 08:00. Costs 189,000 VND and takes 8 hours. Local bus company Hien An connects Da Lat with Phan Rang-Thap Cham. Buy tickets at their booking office near the tourist drag. 249 Phan Dinh Phung, P2, Da Lat; T: (063) 3901 216; (063) 3823 595. 173 Duong 21 Thang 8, Phan Rang; T: (068) 3838 939 ; (068) 3833 039 Phan Rang : (100 km) departs at 06:00, 08:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00. Costs 120,000 VND for foreigners, 80,000 VND for locals.

Walking is a pleasant way to first explore Da Lat as there are footpaths and pockets of green space. The footpath that runs around the edge of Xuan Huong Lake is a popular place to stroll, especially at sunset. But the city does have some killer hills and chaotic roundabouts that make a good case for hailing a taxi. Taxis are a cheap and easy way to get around Da Lat as nothing is really too far. Legal taxis should have a meter and a rate chart displayed. Fares start at 8,000-9,000 VND for the first 0.5-0.8 km. Mai Linh taxi company (green cars) is reliable and it’s the taxi of choice with locals, who like to call for pick up. You can call the hotline and they will dispatch a taxi to your location at no extra charge. T: (063) 38 38 38 38. Xe om (motorbike taxis) can be found hanging out in corners downtown near the central market. If you’re not in a rush, then the local buses are a cheap way to get to some of the tourist sites. You can catch them from the bus stand at the top of the central market (at the south end of Nguyen Van Troi, next to Eximbank). Fare is calculated by distance travelled, with the rate chart displayed on the side of the bus. Write down where you want to stop and show it to the fare collector. To get to Datanla Waterfall , you can take any bus headed south on Highway 20/the Prenn Pass. Options include the bus to Duc Trong or Bao Loc. Cost will be around 10,000 VND. To get to Lang Biang Mountain , take green bus #5 or the orange Phuong Trang (Futa) bus to Lac Duong (pronounced Lac Yung), taking it to the end of the line. Bus runs 06:00-17:00, departs once an hour, takes an hour and costs 12,000 VND. There’s also a stop for the green #5 bus at 86 Phan Dinh Phung Street. To get to the Elephant Waterfalls , take the green “Da Lat-Phu Son” bus to Nam Ban village. Show the fare collector the falls’ Vietnamese name “Thac Voi”. Bus departs every 35 minutes from 06:00-17:20, takes 45 minutes and costs 20,000 VND. Hostels, hotels and agencies rent motorbikes for 100,000 VND per day, automatic for 120,000 VND. Motorcycle tour companies have sprouted like mushrooms and we counted a dozen bearing “Easy Rider” in the name. A full-day trip is a good way to tick off a bunch of must-see Da Lat attractions, while multi-day trips are a more interesting way to relocate to another city. The trips offered are formulaic: You can ride on your own motorbike or you can ride pillion, usually on an impressive touring motorcycle with a comfortable seat. A standard daytrip in the surrounding countryside is US$25, US$35 for something further afield. A multi-day trip, ending in another city such as Nha Trang or Hoi An via the Central Highlands costs US$70-125 per day including accommodation.

Da Lat is serviced by Lien Khuong Airport (DLI), 30 kilometres south of Da Lat in Duc Trong district, Lam Dong province. The airport has a few cafes and shops. As of 2015, there are only domestic routes. Da Nang (Vietnam Airlines) Hanoi (Jetstar, VietJet, Vietnam Airlines) HCMC (VietJet , Vietnam Airlines) Vinh City (VietJet) Going from the airport to Da Lat is easy. A shuttle bus to the town centre costs 40,000 VND and it should include an additional transfer from the drop off to your hotel – though sometimes this transfer doesn’t materialise. Alternatively, a private taxi is a flat rate fare of 180,000 VND. Purchase tickets for either at the desk in the baggage hall. To go from Da Lat to the airport, negotiate with a taxi for a flat fare of 200,000 VND. Legitimate taxi companies usually have this set fare listed on the rate chart displayed on their dashboard. Hotels can organise a ticket for you on the airport shuttle, cost is 40,000 VND, and it should include pick-up at your hotel two hours before your domestic flight. Or buy your ticket directly with the Vietnam Airlines ticketing office beside Ngoc Phat Hotel, Ho Tung Mau, Da Lat; T: (063) 383 3499; F: (063) 353 1720; [email protected] or [email protected]

How to get from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Dalat

Dalat is an attractive tourist destination in Southern Vietnam . Dalat captivates visitors not only by the atmosphere but also by the beautiful scenery and wonderful attractions. Many tourists travel there from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)  as there are several ways how to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat .

The distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat is approximately 300 km. After renovation of Highway 20, traveling between these cities takes significantly less time.

There are several ways to travel between destinations and detailed information about how to get from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Dalat can be found below.

Flight from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Dalat

The best way to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat is taking a flight between two cities. This is the fastest and most comfortable way for getting to Dalat as the flight takes only 50 minutes. Flight schedule can be found and tickets can be booked here:

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat

Dalat Airport is officially called Lien Khuong Internatinal Airport (DLI) and is located not in the city but in Duc Trong district, which is about 30 km from Dalat.

There are several means of transportation that can be used for getting from Lien Khuong Airport to Dalat City . The fastest and easiest way to get from the airport to your hotel or resort is with a pre-booked private transfer  as it will take you straight to your hotel door ensuring a hassle-free journey. Detailed information about other transportation options on this route can be found here: How to get from Dalat Airport to City Center .

Bus from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Dalat

Taking a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat is also a popular choice to travel on this route because it is cheap and quite convenient. Some bus companies even offer a transfer from the bus terminal to hotels in the center of Dalat city.

On average, there are about 100 buses departing from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat in a day. Usually, the bus companies use a 16-seat bus, 28-seat bus or 45-seat bus. If you are not fond on taking a sleeper bus, you can also choose a seated bus.

There are plenty of companies offering bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat  and vice versa so you will never be short of choice on this route. Some of the most popular bus companies connecting two cities in Southern Vietnam:

1. The Sinh Tourist

Bus Type : Sleeper bus

Departure time from Saigon : 22:00

Pick up point in Saigon : The Sinh Tourist Office, 246 Duong De Tham, Phuong Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Drop off point in Dalat : The Sinh Tourist, 22 Bui Thi Xuan, Ward 2, Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam

Ticket price : starting at 300,000 VND per person

2. Futa Bus

Departure time from Saigon : 00:30, 06:30, 7:30, 9:30, 17:30, 19:30, 21:30, 22:30, 23:30

Pick up point in Saigon : Eastern Bus Station (Ben xe Mien Dong), 292 Dinh Bo Linh, Phuong 26, Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Drop off point in Dalat: Dalat Intercity Bus Station (Ben xe lien tinh Dalat), 01 Duong To Hien Thanh, Ward 3, Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam

Ticket price : starting at 350,000 VND per person

3. An Phu Travel

Bus Type : Reclining Seats bus

Departure time from Saigon : 09:00, 23:00

Pick up point in Saigon : 58 Duong Tran Hung Dao, Phuong Pham Ngu Lao, Distric 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Drop off point in Dalat : 16 Duong Pham Ngu Lao, Ward4, Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam

Ticket price : starting at 530,000 VND per person

If you will be taking the sleeper bus, it’s better to choose the lower floor (A floor) for less chance of motion sickness than on the upper floor.

You should book a bus ticket in advance because the best seats are normally sold out fast. On the sleeper bus it is recommended to book one of the seats from A4 to A9. If you will be booking one of front seats A1, A2 or A3, the seat will be a bit shorter. The last row of seats is also uncomfortable as there are 3 seats combined and you need to share the space with strangers.

VIP Cabin Bus

There is also VIP cabin bus from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat service offered by several companies. These buses offer you more comfortable facilities such as luxury single berths with massage function, air-conditioning, blanket, personal TV & headphones, and charger sockets. VIP cabin bus services are offered by these bus companies:

1. Phong Phu

Bus Type : Cabin Bus

Departure time from Saigon : 08:00, 08:20, 23:00, 23:20

Pick up point in Saigon : 184 Nguyen Van Troi, Phuong 8, Phu Nhuan, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Drop off point in Dalat : 2 Le Dai Hanh, Ward 1, Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam

Ticket price : starting at 450,000 VND per person

2. Kumho Samco

Departure time from Saigon : 09:30, 23:00

Pick up point in Saigon : Kumho Samco Buslines, 263 Pham Ngu Lao, Phuong Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Drop off point in Dalat : Kumho Da Lat, Duong 3/4, Ward 3, Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam

3. Nguyen Kim

Departure time from Saigon : 23:15, 23:45

Pick up point in Saigon : 275F Pham Ngu Lao, Phuong Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Drop off point in Dalat : 17 Duong Luong The Vinh, Ward 3, Dalat, Lam Dong, Vietnam

Ticket price : starting at 480,000 VND per person

Limousine from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Dalat

Another way to travel between Ho Chi Minh City and Dalat is taking a limousine . When using this service, you will travel like a VIP in a full-size limousine van between these two cities. Limousine is suitable for maximum of 9 travelers and is equipped with reclining seats and various modern amenities, best interior design and high-class decorative lighting.

Limousine from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat is more suitable for group travelers and those who want to enjoy the comfort, convenience and luxury way of traveling to Dalat from Saigon. Your driver will meet you at a specified location at your preferred time. You will feel the smoothness of the long journey. The duration of such a transfer is about 6-7 hours.

You can choose between Minh Tri Limousine and Hoang Vu Limousine, two of the most trusted limousine transfer operators in the city.

Ho Chi Minh to Dalat Route Schedule:

• Hoang Vu Limousine: 8:00, 22:00, 22:30, 22:59, daily
• Minh Tri Limousine: 8:00, 11:00, 16:00, 21:00, 22:00, 22:58, daily

Dalat to Ho Chi Minh Route Schedule:

• Hoang Vu Limousine: 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 17:00, daily
• Minh Tri Limousine: 8:30, 11:30, 12:30, 15:30, 22:30, 23:28, daily

Limousine Tickets: City Transfers between Ho Chi Minh and Dalat

Train from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Dalat

You cannot take train from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat because Dalat Railway Station  only operates a single tourist route to Trai Mat Railway Station.

If you really want to take a train from Saigon to Dalat, you can stop at Thap Cham Railway Station or Nha Trang Railway Station and then continue your trip to Dalat by another kind of transportation.

Booking Tickets

You can book tickets for transportation between Ho Chi Minh City and Dalat at a tour company in Ho Chi Minh City or Dalat. However, we would recommend  booking tickets online  on a reliable website where you can check travel details such as schedules, pick up/drop off points, prices and facilities of all companies, and choose the most suitable transportation for yourself.

Transportation tickets can be easily booked online. We would suggest using these reputable websites:

• 12go.Asia : The main websites that we used for booking our transportation in Vietnam. This website can also be used when travelling to other countries in Southeast Asia.
• Klook : Another website that we used for booking transfers, local SIM cards, tours and activities in Vietnam.

Travel Tips for Dalat

If you are planning to travel to Dalat and wondering where to stay in this highland city, check our guide to the best areas in Dalat  to help you decide on the area to base for your trip. You can also check the list of the best rated hotels in Dalat  to find the accommodation with great reviews that should ensure a perfect stay during your vacation.

Dalat is an amazing city that most people have dreamt of visiting. Discover the best things to see and do in Dalat with our list of top tourist attractions  in the city of thousand flowers. With so much development happening in Dalat, many new spots are popping up. Here are the best new attractions in Dalat  to try on your next trip.

Dalat cuisine has a large variety of dishes and regional specialties. The ultimate food guide to the must-try dishes in Dalat can be found here: Dalat Food: Top 9 Dishes to Eat in Dalat .

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How to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat?

If you are looking for a place to go for a weekend break from Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, Da Lat is a great option. So,  What is the best way to get from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat ?

This page is a detailed transportation reference for traveling from Saigon to Da Lat via bus, aircraft, rail, and private transfer. It includes information on how to book tickets to Da Lat as well as suggestions on ticket rates and the schedule for travel.

Ho Chi Minh to Dalat by Taxi

• Duration: 5 hours
• Pricing: ~$130

Taxi Ho Chi Minh to Dalat is a stress-free and relaxing way to get to the lovely city of Dalat. Dalat, a city in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, is well-known for its pleasant weather, beautiful natural settings, and colonial-era French architecture.

Private car services usually provide clean, well-maintained automobiles, experienced drivers who are familiar with the area, and accommodating timetables. The distance from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat is about 300 kilometers or about 6 hours of driving time.

You can relax and enjoy your time away without having to worry about public transportation, locating a cab, or overcoming the language barrier when you hire a private car service. You can also take your time stopping for photo ops, seeing quaint villages, and dining on regional specialties.

Those going from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat by private car are in high demand among both domestic and foreign tourists. If you want to ride in comfort and style, it’s best to reserve your service in advance so you can choose the vehicle you want.

Ho Chi Minh to Dalat by bus

• Duration: 6.5 ~ 8 hours
• Pricing tickets: 200. 000 VND – 350.000 VND

The bus is the most convenient and cost-effective mode of transportation from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat . Depending on the mode of transportation chosen, the trip can take anywhere between 6.5 and 8 hours to complete.

From Ho Chi Minh City, sleeper buses leave frequently throughout the day and night to travel to Da Lat. There are other options available, such as luxury vans and limousines, which provide luxury services at prices that are more affordable.

Phuong Trang (Futa), Minh Tri, Hoang Vu, and The Sinh Tourist come highly recommended as reliable transportation companies.

It is recommended that you book a seat on a bus that leaves Ho Chi Minh City throughout the night in order to arrive in Da Lat the following morning. Before booking, make sure that you have a thorough check of the Arrival bus stop.

The Sinh Tourist

• Duration: 7 hours
• Pricing tickets: 250 000 VND
• Bus station of departure: 246-248 Đề Thám, District 1, Hồ Chí Minh
• Bus stop for arrivals: 22 Bùi Thị Xuân, Đà Lạt city, Lâm Đồng

Phuong Trang (Futa)

• Duration: 8 hours
• Bus station of departure: 95 Kinh Dương Vương, Phường An Lạc, Bình Tân District, Hồ Chí Minh
• Bus stop for arrivals: 1 Tô Hiến Thành, Phường 3, Đà Lạt city, Lâm Đồng

• Duration: 6.5 hours
• Price: 180 000 VND
• Bus station for departure: 230 Thành Thài, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
• Arrival bus stop: D11 KQH, Hoàng Diu, Ward 5, Lâm ng
• Pricing tickets: 180 000 VND
• Bus station of departure: 315 Trần Nhân Tôn, Ward 2, District 10, Hồ Chí Minh
• Bus stop for arrivals: 2 Lê Đại Hành, Ward 1, Đà Lạt city, Lâm Đồng

Ho Chi Minh to Dalat by Flight + Bus

• Duration: 50 minutes ( Fight) + 2 hour ( bus)
• Pricing tickets: from 40$

There are daily flights departing from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat in Vietnam that are provided by Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways, and Vietnam Airlines. The flight time is roughly fifty minutes.

The distance between the city core of Da Lat and the Lien Khuong Airport is approximately 30 kilometers.

You won’t have any problems getting to the heart of Da Lat when you take a private transfer from Lien Khuong Airport, where it is located.

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Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang by Train + Bus

• Duration: 7 – 10 hours ( Train) + 4 hours ( bus)
• Pricing tickets: From 15$
• Saigon Railway station: 01 Nguyễn Thông, Phường 9, District 3, TPHCM
• Nha Trang Railway station: 17 Thái Nguyên, Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa

There are trains that run daily from Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang on the Vietnam Railways network. The travel time between the two cities can range anywhere from 7 to 10 hours, depending on the train.

You have the option of taking a sleeper bus or a limousine from Nha Trang to Da Lat. There are many excellent options, including The Sinh Tourist, Hanh Cafe, and Cat Thien Hai Travel.

Ho Chi Minh to Dalat by motorbike

It takes careful planning to travel directly by motorcycle from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat.

Considering the 300-kilometer distance and the potentially hazardous driving conditions, you should only attempt this if you are confident in your ability to navigate the trip.

Da Lat’s main attractions are spread out, therefore driving is the most convenient method of transportation. Using a car charter service, you can see the sights of Da Lat according to your schedule. You just need to tell the driver where you want to travel.

Or, you could just rent a motorcycle and see the sights on your own time. Da Lat’s city center is a great place to stay, with easy access to the lake, the night market, and delicious local cuisine.

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6 ways to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat

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Dalat is located approximately 330 km from Ho Chi Minh City, making it the third closest tourist destination after Vung Tau and Mui Ne.

Despite its proximity, it takes over 8 hours to travel there by bus, creating a sense of distance. Compared to Ho Chi Minh City, Dalat can be an inconvenient destination for visitors.

While flying to Dalat might seem unnecessary, traveling by bus can be too far and time-consuming.

In this article, I will explain the different transportation options available for getting to Dalat from Ho Chi Minh City.

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How to get from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat

Here’s a summary of the available transportation options for traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat:

The list below excludes temporary coupons and promotional events. It is based on the lowest one-way fare regardless of time and day.

Intercity Bus

Using an intercity bus, you can travel from Ho Chi Minh City’s western bus terminal (Bến Xe Miền Tây) to Dalat’s bus terminal (Ben Xe Da Lat).

There is an excellent variety of options, as buses run every 30 minutes, 24 hours a day, from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat.

Since the trip takes about 8 hours, most buses are sleeper buses with modern facilities.

However, getting from the central downtown area of District 1 or Bui Vien Street in Ho Chi Minh City to Mien Tay bus terminal takes about 30 minutes and costs 200,000 Dong using Grab.

Dalat’s bus terminal is around 3 km from downtown, making it quite convenient.

Considering the time and cost, the advantage of using an intercity bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat is diminished.

While many bus companies operate on this route, Futa – Phuong Trang Bus is recommended.

This company, which specializes in sleeper buses, is the largest passenger transportation company in Vietnam, and you can easily book tickets through their website or via an agent.

After booking on the internet homepage, it is recommended to arrive a little earlier as you need to exchange your ticket for an actual bus ticket at the Phuong Trang counter at the terminal.

How to book an intercity bus?

• Futa (Phuong Trang) Bus website to make a reservation.

Where is the Ho Chi Minh Mien Tay bus terminal?

Travel Agency Bus

Even though there are limited options, taking a Travel Agency Bus is the most comfortable way to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat.

Sinh Tourist is one of the travel agencies situated along Ho Chi Minh’s bustling travel agency street that offers a sleeping bus to Dalat twice a day.

One advantage of this bus service is that the staff can communicate in English, which is especially helpful for foreign travelers.

Moreover, the fact that many foreigners use this service provides a sense of safety and reduces travel-related stress.

But, the bus does not have as many convenient features as the newer limousine bus that I will mention soon.

How to book a travel agency bus?

• Visit Sinh Tourist directly or send an email to make a reservation

Limousine Van (9-seater)

If you want to travel more comfortably than on a bus, you can use a 9-seater limousine van.

These small vans are widely utilized in Vietnam for traveling between nearby cities, with Dalat being the final destination for almost all vans departing from Ho Chi Minh City.

Boarding is easy, making it convenient for small groups of passengers, and the prices are not too high.

However, since the distance is quite long, there are only two companies operating vans, limiting the options.

These small vans aren’t fully equipped as sleeping buses, with seats that can recline halfway for comfortable sleeping during the journey.

Similar to the limousine buses mentioned below, pick-up and drop-off locations vary depending on the company operating the van and can be selected when booking on their websites.

Even if it’s not a designated pick-up or drop-off location, you can get off the van along the way if your hotel or destination is on the van’s route.

In this case, communication in Vietnamese is necessary, so it’s faster to ask for help from your hotel’s front desk.

The biggest advantage and disadvantage of this limousine van is that it’s a small bus for a small number of passengers.

Common problems when taking the van

• Someone talks loudly on the phone for a long time during the journey.
• They buy something that smells very strong at the market (rest stop) along the way.
•  They eat food with a strong smell inside the van, which is not well-ventilated.

So if there’s even one strange Vietnamese passenger on board, you’ll suffer for the entire 7-hour journey from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat.

The reservation method for the limousine van will be explained below, along with the limousine bus.

Limousine Bus (24-40 seater) 

Limousine buses seem to be the most commonly used method of transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat. 

Since buses are available at almost 5-10 minute intervals, there is a wide variety of options, and for the more expensive 24-seater buses, passengers have the advantage of being able to choose between single and double beds. 

Most of these limousine buses have pick-up and drop-off locations at offices in both Ho Chi Minh City and Dalat, which are often conveniently located in the downtown areas, making travel even more convenient.

How to book a limousine van and limousine bus?

• Book through Vexere.

Vexere is the most widely used passenger reservation website in Vietnam. Be sure to choose a company with many reviews and a good rating.

Private Car Service

A private car service is the most expensive option, but it is also the most comfortable way to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat.

The car will pick you up at your desired location in Ho Chi Minh City and drop you off at your preferred location in Dalat. The vehicle used, and the price vary depending on whether it is for 3, 5, or 12 passengers.

• Book through Klook.

The flight to Dalat takes about 1 hour. Although the fares are not very cheap and there aren’t many flights available, it can be the most preferred method if you want to cover the 8-hour journey in just 1 hour.

• Vietnam Airlines: 6 flights per day
• VietJet Air: 2 flights per day

However, Lien Khuong International Airport in Dalat is quite far from the city center, so you will need to travel by shuttle bus, taxi, or Grab.

From Dalat Airport to the city center:

• Grab: It takes approximately 30-40 minutes from Dalat Airport to the city center near Xuan Huong Lake, and the cost is around 400,000 Dong using Grab.
• Shuttle Bus: Operates between 06:00 and 18:00, with a cost of 50,000 Dong per hour.

List of airlines operating between Ho Chi Minh and Dalat

• Vietnam Airlines
• VietJet Air
• Pacific Airlines
• Bamboo Airways

Vietnamese airlines are not well-searchable on Skyscanner when booking domestic flights. So even if it’s inconvenient, please visit each airline to purchase the desired flight ticket.

Can I travel by train from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat?

Unfortunately, you cannot travel by train directly from Ho Chi Minh to Dalat. That’s because Dalat Station, which is one of the famous tourist attractions in Dalat, is an old station built in 1932.

Due to its age, it does not operate trains that connect to major cities. Instead, it only operates once a day on a short section within Lam Dong Province, where Dalat is located.

If you want to travel by train, you’ll need to take a train from Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang, and then use another mode of transportation to get to Dalat.

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