TOUR DESCRIPTION

The motorbike trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat through the Central Highlands is a fantastic way to explore southern Vietnam’s landscapes, coffee farms, waterfalls, and villages. When you reach Da Lat, a city known for its cool climate, French-colonial architecture, winding mountain roads, and lush pine forests.

DAY 1: SAI GON → DONG XOAI : 150 KM

Leave the busy HCMC for Dong Xoai in the morning, the highlight of this last day is the Cu Chi tunnel, a historic area that shows how the North Vietnamese army was against the American and South Vietnamese armies during the Vietnam War. The tunnel located in the Cu Chi District of Ho Chi Minh City, is a vast underground network used by Viet Cong soldiers ( North Vietnam Comunism - VC) during the Vietnam War. Stretching over 250 kilometers, the tunnels played a crucial role as a hiding spot, supply route, and communication channel. The tunnel also contained living quarters, kitchens, storage rooms, and even hospitals, making them a self-sustained underground community. It was designed with multiple levels and narrow passages to prevent enemy penetration, and it had air vents camouflaged to resemble termite mounds for ventilation. The Viet Cong soldiers could emerge, attack, and disappear back into the tunnels, evading detection, some sections were even booby-trapped for added defense.

After visiting the Cu Chi Tunnel, we will return to our bike and ride to the countryside road for lunch. Starting on the Ho Chi Minh road which is the beginning road in the south to the Central Highland Way, we will stop at the historical site to visit, the broken bridge which was used for killing people during the French and American war and our guide will explain to you the history of this area. Relax on the hammock for a cup of coffee before getting back on our bike to Dong Xoai town.

Then keep going to Dong Xoai around 4:00 pm.

Accommodation: Hotel

DAY 2:  DONG XOAI→ DAKMIL:  180KM 

Leaving Dong Xoai, we will visit the martyrs' cemetery Cemetery where you can walk around and understand more about our war history b our tour guide and stop at the cashew plantation and factory which is the biggest cashew-growing region and exporting in the world, you can see how the workers make the cashew products for exporting and they welcome you to try its taste. After the factory we will visit another farm - a rubber plantation, where we will tell you about the tapping and processing of the rubber resin which requires skill to avoid damaging the trees and is often done in the early morning when the temperatures are cooler, maximizing latex flow. The sight of a rubber plantation is particularly beautiful in autumn when the leaves turn yellow before falling, leaving the trees bare for a short period, which creates a tranquil, almost surreal landscape.

Keep riding on a stunning mountain road along the border belt between Vietnam and Cambodia, we will tell you more about the civil war of Vietnam between northern and southern Vietnam before 1975 and also the history of the trail when was it built and what was the purpose of the trail. Take a walk to the H'mong village and ride to our hotel at 5 pm.

Accommodation:  Hotel/ Homestay

DAY 3: DAK MIL → LAK LAKE : 140 KM

Leaving Dak Mil town at 8:30 am for breakfast and riding to Draysap waterfall, the most beautiful and massive waterfall in Dak Lak region for relaxing and swimming, after swimming, we will walk for around half an hour in the national park to see another beautiful waterfall. After enjoying swimming at the waterfall, we will have lunch at the local restaurant. 

Continuing our trip, we will ride through the stunning rice field road and stop for some pictures. Before going to Lak Lake we will stop at the pepper plantation and take a small boat to go through a river to Lak village -Lak Village is home to the M’nong people, one of Vietnam's indigenous ethnic groups, you can visit traditional longhouses built on stilts, characteristic of the M’nong community. Arriving in Lak Lake around 5:00 pm.

Accommodation:  Hotel

DAY 4:  LAK LAKE → DALAT: 160 KM

Wake up early 6 am for the dug-out canoe trip, this trip offers a serene and authentic experience of Vietnam’s Central Highlands. Lak Lake, one of the largest natural freshwater lakes in the region, is surrounded by lush forests, rolling hills, and traditional M’nong ethnic villages, creating a peaceful, scenic backdrop.

On this journey, you’ll board a wooden dugout canoe, handcrafted by locals, and gently paddle across the tranquil, glassy waters of the lake. As you drift along, you’ll see local fishermen, herds of water buffalo, and diverse bird species, offering a glimpse into the daily life and natural beauty of the area. The ride also often brings views of the remote M’nong villages along the lakeshore, where traditional stilt houses dot the landscape, preserving ancient customs.

Before Leaving the wildlife of Lak village to Dakmil, we will walk around the village to see many houses made from bamboo and wood, elevated to protect against floods and provide ventilation in the warm climate. The M’nong people have lived here for generations, maintaining their unique customs, stilt houses, and traditional crafts. You can see the M’nong way of life, from farming and fishing to weaving and other traditional crafts. If we come to the festival, we will see M'nong people play folk music, dances, and celebrations, often performed with the beating of gongs.

Goodbye to an authentic village, we will head to the breathtaking countryside road to Dalat to see the beautiful landscapes and visit the coffee plantation where you will try to taste different types of coffee like Robusta, Arabica, or weasel animal coffee. Continue your journey to a local family where you can try the taste of the strongest traditional homemade rice wine. The next destination we will visit to the silk worm factory and see how the workers make silk products from the worms.

After that, we will visit the Elephant Waterfall, which is the most beautiful waterfall in this area. Close to the fall is the Buddhist Temple, a huge Happy Buddha statue, and the highest Lady Buddha statue ( 71 meters high) in the south where you will enjoy your time and get a deeper understanding of  Buddhism through our guides. Arrive at Dalat around 5 pm.

√ What's included

 • Motorbike driver

 • Hotel pick up/drop off

 • English-speaking tour guides

 • Sightseeing tickets

 • Accommodation: Double or twin shared rooms at hotel/ homestay: 2 guests/ room

 • Motorcycle protective gear (Helmet, Elbows & Knees)

 • Raincoat

 • Souvenirs from our company (Tank top, rubber wristband).

√ What's not included

 • Personal expenses

 • Meals and Drinks

 • Medical insurance

 • Bike damages (For self-riding)

 • Tips (Tipping is not expected but appreciated).

√ Important Notes

 • Pick up time: 8:30 am at your hotel or requested area in HCMC city 

 • We can tailor a tour to your preferences and desired dates

 • During the trip, we provide private rooms at the homestay or 2-star hotel standard. If you want to upgrade to a higher hotel standard, please request it which incurs an extra charge.

 • The tour price does not include a support vehicle  but we can arrange this service for an additional cost if needed

 • The tour cost can be changed depending on the low/high tourist season or other special requests, please contact us to get the right price for your tour.

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