Epic Saigon Dirt Bike Tour to Nha Trang via Central Highlands

This morning, we will start our ride straight to Cat Tien National Park.This trip is not so long but is a big day, as traffic is very crazy when we get out of city. At noon, we ride to Cat Tien National Park. This forest area used to be the headquarters of Vietnamese army during the war.

The park suffered historically during the Vietnam War when it was extensively sprayed with herbicides like the defoliant Agent Orange. To this day, these areas have extensive bamboo and grassland cover and trees have not yet grown back.

Right here, you will have a chance to experience off-road rides through jungles with dirty roads to explore the diversity of fauna & flora of National Park.

Summary

Distance:  190 km

Accommodation: Guest House in Nam Cat Tien

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your accommodation in Cat Tien National Park, preparing for another exciting day of adventure.

After breakfast, saddle up on your motorbikes and bid farewell to Cat Tien National Park as you embark on the next leg of your journey. The route takes you through scenic countryside roads, winding through lush forests, rolling hills, and quaint villages. Enjoy the fresh air and stunning landscapes as you make your way towards Ta Dung.

Along the way, your tour guide may lead you to various scenic stops, offering opportunities for photos, rest breaks, and interactions with local communities.

Arrive at Ta Dung Lake, a hidden gem nestled amidst majestic mountains and pristine forests. Ta Dung is renowned for its tranquil beauty and untouched landscapes, providing the perfect setting for relaxation and exploration. Depending on your preferences and interests, you can engage in a variety of activities at Ta Dung Lake. Options may include boat rides on the lake, hiking or trekking in the surrounding forests, or simply unwinding by the water’s edge.

Enjoy a lunch amidst nature, savoring delicious Vietnamese dishes prepared by your tour crew. Feel free to indulge in local specialties and fresh ingredients sourced from the region.

Spend the afternoon exploring the Ta Dung area further, discovering hidden trails, viewpoints, and cultural landmarks. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature and soak in the serene ambiance of this untouched wilderness.

As the day draws to a close, check into your accommodation in Ta Dung. Options may include rustic homestays or eco-lodges, offering a comfortable and authentic overnight experience in the heart of nature.

Dinner and Evening Relaxation: Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring local flavors, followed by an evening of relaxation under the starlit sky. You can bond with your fellow travelers, share stories of the day’s adventures, or simply unwind in the peaceful surroundings of Ta Dung.

Overnight stay in Ta Dung.

Summary

Distance:  120 km

Accommodation: Guest House in Ta Dung

This morning, after having breakfast at guesthouse in Ta Dung, we will set off our funny motorcycle trip by a long ride down on road 20 to Da Lat known as an “internal spring city” located on Central Highland.

En route, we’ll get by so many mountains & valleys cum the local villages so that you sometimes have chances to enjoy the off-road ridings via forests or plantations or stop by to get communications with friendly locals.

Dalat is known as “The City of Love” and is a favorite holiday resort for Vietnamese as well as the French. With evergreen forests, waterfalls, beautiful lakes, the country’s best flower gardens, and delicious fresh produce, Dalat has always provided a welcome respite from the heat of the lowlands. We can spend the day riding to visit the highlights of Dalat, including the gardens, cathedral, waterfalls, market, university and key pagodas.

We continue our day by turning on the locals’ off-road ride that leads us to the west of Dalat—Lang Biang Mountain.  This road is really challenging your driving skills as we traverse through the muddy tracks, narrow paths, sharp descents and ascents.

We get to the waterfall, where you’ll admire its natural beauty and the fresh streams below. It’s just perfect to cool your body off after several hours of riding. Our tasty lunch will be prepared next to the waterfall. The feeling of being in nature with the sounds of waterfall, birds or wild animals is incomparable…

Our afternoon ride is no less interesting and adventurous as we ride through lush green coniferous-pine forests with long climbs, a wooden bridge over the river. We take delight in the magnificent landscape from the peak of the mountain. We resume back on our bike and ride to the remote villages of hill tribes, where you’ll explore their unique culture and natural hospitality.

This morning, after having breakfast we’ll continue riding onward to Buon Ma Thuot.  The road is narrow, winding, but not busy.  We have three passes to cross – Krong No, Chuoi,  and Phu Son. The drive itself is quite beautiful and lined with dense forests.

After having lunch in Lak Lake, we’ll take an offroad motor-ride to Lak Lake on Road 27, a small paved road with poor surfacing and quite busy. Here we can have a break for refreshment and troll around the lake. There are said to be about 31 different ethnic groups in Dac Lac, each with their own traditional dress and customs.  Some of the villages are known for elephant hunting and taming, some for weaving and other arts. Finally, we’ll ride back to Buon Ma Thuot city for an overnight.

After having breakfast at hotel, we need a time to stop by a coffee shop or bar to drink a cup of the best coffee in Vietnam before setting off another ride to Pleiku because Buon Ma Thuot is so well-known as a Kingdom of coffee not only in Vietnam but also in the world.

We then will follow the Highway 26 to ride straight to Nha Trang. Along the road, we’ll keep on viewing endless coffee plantations on the Central Highlands, with peaceful villages located on the roadsides.

Upon approaching Nha Trang, you will finish the trip and then spend your time relaxing on the beach.

End of the trip.