Coastal routes in South Central Vietnam

PHAN THIET (BINH THUAN)

The coastal route from Long Hai - Ho Tram - Ho Coc - La Gi - Ke Ga - Phan Thiet City takes longer to travel than along National Highway 1A, but the scenery is breathtaking. From the Ba Ria welcome gate, follow the road to Long Hai, then along the coastal road to Ho Tram, then to Ho Coc. This coastal road is a vibrant blue of the sky and a golden hue of the sun. After passing Ke Ga Cape with its ancient lighthouse that has illuminated the sea for so many years, you'll reach Co Thach rocky beach with its unique beauty of mossy beds hidden beneath colorful rocks. Continue for about 30 km along the coast to Phan Thiet, a land of sunshine and wind - where the blue of the sea blends with the smooth white sand beaches, an ideal place for a wonderful vacation. From the city center to Mui Ne, there is a gently sloping sand dune and a wide beach with cool green coconut trees…

Furthermore, Phan Thiet is also famous for Bau Trang – a pristine, peaceful landscape like a watercolor painting. Anyone traveling along the Bau Trang - Phan Ri Cua stretch feels like they're in the American Wild West, with its straight road winding through vast sand dunes. Or you can journey back in time to admire the Po Sah Inu Tower with its unique architecture and the historical stories behind it. Everywhere you go, the scent of Binh Thuan's sunshine and wind, blended with the ocean breeze, will accompany your journey, creating unforgettable memories.

NINH THUAN

The DT702 road from Phan Rang to Cam Ranh curves around Nui Chua National Park, where the bay and the deep forest meet, with rolling mountains on one side and the vast sea and sky on the other. From Phan Rang - Thap Cham city towards Binh Lap, each kilometer reveals a changing landscape: the sprawling Thai An vineyards, the mystical Hang Rai cave where the rising and falling tides create the beauty of coral reefs, the dreamy Vinh Hy bay, and a series of pristine beaches stretching as far as the eye can see.

Ninh Chu - Vinh Hy is affectionately called "Vietnam's most beautiful coastal route" by backpackers. Vinh Hy, in particular, boasts a pristine, peaceful bay that anyone with strong legs and a passionate heart would want to visit to explore new horizons. Ninh Chu beach, located within Vinh Hy Bay, features a flat, arc-shaped coastline, clear blue water, fine white sand, fresh air, and gentle waves year-round. The entire area, from the sea to the hills, shimmers in the sunlight and is shrouded in early morning mist, as beautiful as sleeping fairies.

Besides admiring the "masterpiece" of Ninh Chu - Vinh Hy, you can also enjoy delicious and unique dishes such as: Ninh Chu chicken rice, banh hoi with pork offal, jellyfish noodle soup, or grilled mountain goat meat... along with a variety of seafood such as: crab, sea crab, conch, fragrant snail, razor clam, scallop, sun-dried squid... captivating countless tourists.

NHA TRANG (KHANH HOA PROVINCE)

Nha Trang, one of the world's most beautiful bays with a tranquil city nestled along its shores, is also known as the "land of agarwood and swallows' nests." Viewed from above, the beach curves like a sickle embracing the emerald-green bay. Along the sandy shore, rows of coconut trees and casuarina trees exude a romantic beauty. Nature seems to have generously bestowed upon this place everything a coastal region could possibly possess: long stretches of fine white sand beaches; stunning offshore islands; magical coral reefs beneath the ocean's surface; and ancient, moss-covered Cham temples atop mountains...

PHU YEN

Starting from Dai Lanh beach at the southern end of Khanh Hoa province, you can cross Ca Pass along the road hugging Vung Ro Bay to Mui Dien lighthouse, and from there follow the coastal road to Tuy Hoa city - Phu Yen. Ca Pass has a total length of 12 km, of which 9 km are in Phu Yen and 3 km in Khanh Hoa.

Those who have crossed the Ca Pass cannot help but be amazed by the breathtaking scenery of Vung Ro Bay, which captivates many and makes them "stop in their tracks" from an altitude of over 300 meters above sea level. Winding along the Ca Pass, Vung Ro Bay resembles a giant mirror nestled between towering mountains, its vast expanse reflecting the sunlight. A stunning picture of clouds, sky, mountains, and water... enchants countless visitors. Amidst this majestic scenery, you can let your soul soar before the boundless sea, letting your worries drift away with the waves, forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city.

From the center of Tuy Hoa, you can follow the coastal road, nestled amidst rows of straight casuarina trees, to reach a series of attractive destinations in the Nẫu region. This breezy road, embracing the azure sea, connects Tuy Hoa city with coastal tourist clusters such as Long Thuy, Bai Xep, and two national-level scenic spots: O Loan Lagoon and Ganh Da Dia. Bai Xep – the stunning scenery in "I See Yellow Flowers on Green Grass" – is vast with pristine rocky beaches and cactus fields, along with towering cliffs overlooking the deep sea below. The majestic scenery is mesmerizing, a harmonious combination of mountains and the boundless blue sea.

The lush green coastal road will continue to lead visitors to Hon Yen and Hon Sun, two small islands located next to each other, one of the most famous coral viewing spots in Vietnam. Following that is Ganh Da Dia – the symbol of Phu Yen province – and the Ganh Den lighthouse. Seen from afar, Ganh Da Dia resembles a giant beehive, with its prismatic rock formations stacked together and gleaming with a mysterious black color, standing out against the deep blue sea. And don't forget to enjoy the famous seafood dishes that nature has generously bestowed upon Phu Yen, such as cha giong (sea cucumber patties), grilled grouper, king crab, blood cockles from O Loan lagoon, and crabs from the Cau River...

QUY NHON (BINH DINH)

The pristine and majestic beauty bestowed by nature here has left countless tourists with unforgettable memories every time they visit Quy Nhon. Strolling along the Eo Gió coastal road and admiring the magnificent scenery, you will find your soul at peace amidst the vast sea and sky.

Located about 20 km from Quy Nhon city, Eo Gió is a tourist destination that every visitor to Quy Nhon hopes to see at least once. High, winding rocky mountains embrace the clear blue beach, forming a stunning, wind-swept bay. The name Eo Gió (Windy Strait) was simply derived from this. Eo Gió is characterized by its rocks and water, with a wild and majestic landscape. The erosion by water and wind has created a beautiful bay with many caves such as Ky Co Cave, Ba Nghe Cave, and Bat Cave… Among them, Ky Co is stunning with its golden sand embracing the clear blue water. This place is suitable for family trips, especially children who will be delighted to swim in a "natural pool" and collect shellfish.

Viewed from above, Eo Gió (Windy Pass) appears breathtakingly majestic, with towering rocky mountains and sheer cliffs. At its base lies Đá Đẻ Beach, where rocks of various colors and sizes, eroded by the waves, form a unique beach. The sea at Eo Gió is a deep blue, with gentle waves lapping against the natural rock formations and vibrant coral reefs. On low tide days, visitors will see a stretch of fine, creamy white sand, curving like a crescent moon, lying beside the beach.

Additionally, don't forget to visit the nearby fishing village. Next to the village is a magnificent temple, with a statue of Quan Am (Guan Yin) facing the sea, symbolizing the villagers' wish for peace and good fortune.

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