The coastal city of Phan Thiet Vietnam is always an attractive destination for both domestic and international self-guided tourists. Travel to Phan Thiet captivates visitors with its wild, peaceful, and quiet beauty, like a muse. Phan Thiet not only has long beaches and brightly colored sand dunes, but it also has abundant and fresh seafood. If you are wondering what exciting activities are available on a Phan Thiet tour, let’s explore the most complete Phan Thiet travel tips with Phuot Vi Vu in the article below.
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1. General Introduction to Phan Thiet City
Phan Thiet city is the political, cultural, and technical-scientific center of Binh Thuan province. In addition, it is also an attractive tourist city that makes a significant contribution to the economy of Binh Thuan province in particular and Vietnam in general. Phan Thiet is located at the following distances from major cities in Vietnam:
- Ho Chi Minh City: 206 km.
- Nha Trang: 294 km.
- Hanoi: about 1,506 km.
- Da Nang: about 804 km.
The coastal city of Phan Thiet in general and Mui Ne in particular are locations chosen by many tourists for their tours (Image: Internet)
With a self-guided Phan Thiet trip, you not only get to admire the long golden sand dunes on the beaches, but you also get to learn about the cultural landmarks of the Cham people from hundreds of years ago. Phan Thiet also has unique festivals organized annually by the locals. These festivals aim to unite the villagers and serve as a religious activity for the local people. Let’s follow Phuot to explore this sunny and windy tourist city of Phan Thiet!
2. When Should You Go on a Self-Guided Trip to Phan Thiet?
Phan Thiet belongs to the typical tropical monsoon climate with an average temperature of 26°C.
Based on Phan Thiet travel experience, Phuot advises you to come here from about June to September. Because the weather in Phan Thiet at this time is cool and mild, suitable for fun activities on the sand and swimming. In addition, the period from December to January of the following year is the coolest time of the year in Phan Thiet. This time is suitable for families with children on vacation.
Mui Ne – Phan Thiet travel tip: you should choose to go on a tour from June to September (Image: Internet)
Note: April and May are the hottest times in Phan Thiet, with the highest temperature reaching 29°C. If you travel during this time, remember to bring a jacket, sunscreen, and drink plenty of water to avoid heat stroke.
3. Guide to Getting to Phan Thiet
Train
The first mode of transport you can use for a self-guided trip to Phan Thiet is the train. Currently, many tourists are excited about the super “cool” check-in trend on the train. If you also want to take an “unforgettable” photo album like that, you can experience traveling by train. There are two ways to book a train ticket. You can book online via the website dsvn.vn or buy a ticket at Saigon station. The ticket price for the route from Saigon to Phan Thiet is quite cheap, only about 150k – 200k for a one-way trip. After arriving at Phan Thiet train station, you need to travel for about 30 more minutes to reach the city center.
Phan Thiet travel tip: Phan Thiet has a train station, so using a train for your trip is very useful (Image: Internet)
Travel time by train: 4 hours.
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Coach
The coach is the next mode of transport you can choose to get to Phan Thiet for your upcoming self-guided trip. When traveling by sleeper bus, you just need to get on the bus and travel for about 4 hours and 30 minutes to reach Phan Thiet. Some famous bus companies you can refer to for travel to Phan Thiet include: Phuong Trang, The Sinh Tourist, Kumho… To book a ticket, you can call the bus company’s phone number directly or book online on vexere.com to get a discounted ticket price.
Phan Thiet travel tip: you can get to Phan Thiet by coach with many bus companies and diverse schedules for you to choose from (Image: Internet)
Ticket price: 120k – 150k.
Note: If you get motion sickness, take anti-nausea medicine about 30 minutes before departure. Don’t forget to eat something before getting on the bus to feel less sick.
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Motorbike
The most mobile mode of transport you can use for a self-guided Phan Thiet trip is a motorbike. The route from Saigon to Phan Thiet is only about 200km, so you can easily travel here by motorbike. With a motorbike trip to Phan Thiet, in addition to enjoying the beautiful natural scenery along the way, you also have the freedom to choose your travel and rest times. If you want a more novel experience, you can travel to Phan Thiet by motorbike.
Based on the experience of traveling to Phan Thiet by motorbike, Phuot advises you to note the following:
- Check the weather before you start to bring appropriate clothes. If you go in the rain, be careful because the road will be slippery and more difficult to travel on.
- Wear a jacket, glasses, and apply sunscreen carefully to protect your skin from the effects of UV rays.
- Carefully check the engine and brakes before starting your motorbike trip.
- Remember to fill up the gas tank.
- Bring enough food and water to use along the way.
- Bring just enough luggage, and avoid carrying too much to make it easier to move.
- Traveling to Phan Thiet by motorbike in a large group will be safer and more fun.
Traveling to Phan Thiet by motorbike (Image: Internet)
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4. Transportation in Phan Thiet
Taxi
The first mode of transport you might think of when you come to Phan Thiet is a taxi. Taxis are the most common transportation service in the tourist city of Phan Thiet. If traveling with family, including elderly people and children, you should use a taxi. Because when traveling by taxi, you will only have to sit in the car and not worry about dust, pollution… Below is a list of some long-standing taxi companies operating in Phan Thiet that you can refer to:
- Mai Linh: 0252 8 38 38 38
- Quoc te Phan Thiet Taxi: 0252 3 52 52 52
- Sun Phan Thiet Taxi: 0252 3 66 77 88.
Traveling in Phan Thiet by taxi (Image: Internet)
Bus
The public transport you can use when traveling self-guided in Phan Thiet is the bus. When traveling by bus, you will have to use Busmap if you don’t know the stops. In addition, you should also pay attention to the operating hours of the bus routes so you don’t have to wait too long. Be prepared because you may have to squeeze onto the bus if you travel during rush hour. Some bus routes that serve travel in Phan Thiet that you can refer to are:
- Bus No. 1: Suoi Cat – Hon Rom route.
- Bus No. 2: Tien Loi – Ham Tri route.
- Bus No. 3: Phan Thiet – Luong Son route.
- Bus No. 4: Phu Long – Nga ba 46 route.
- Bus No. 6: Phan Thiet – Ke Ga – Lagi route.
- Bus No. 7: Suoi Cat – Ham Can route.
- Bus No. 9: Phan Thiet Station – Ganh Mui Ne route.
Ticket price: 12k/trip.
Traveling in Phan Thiet by bus (Image: Internet)
Motorbike Rental
The most common form of transportation in Phan Thiet, and used most by self-guided tourists, is a motorbike. You can easily rent a motorbike right at your accommodation or from a business for a price of only about 100k – 150k. Some reputable motorbike rental addresses you can refer to are:
- Thanh Lam: 0342 311 448
- Thanh Phong: 0916 028 368
- Hoang Hieu: 0933 715 692
- Thiet Loc Nuong: 0902.605.780.
Renting a motorbike for your Phan Thiet trip will be suitable if you are traveling alone or with one other person. With this type of vehicle, you not only have control over your sightseeing and fun time, but you also get to “inhale” the cool sea breeze while traveling on the road. If you want to experience cruising around Phan Thiet city by motorbike, you should rent one when traveling here on your own.
Traveling in Phan Thiet by motorbike (Image: Internet)
Renting a Car with a Driver
Finally, Phuot wants to introduce you to a form of transportation that Phuot always uses when traveling to Phan Thiet on a self-guided trip. That is renting a car with a driver to travel according to a private itinerary. Based on Phuot’s experience, you should prepare your Phan Thiet travel itinerary in advance. After that, rent a car from a travel company or other business. If you rent a car from a travel company, you will be advised on how to arrange the most convenient sightseeing itinerary. And of course, the companies will also provide you with a specific car rental price. Because of these conveniences, if you are traveling in a group of 4 or more, Phuot advises you to rent a car with a driver to save costs and have comfortable travel.
Traveling in Phan Thiet is easy with a car (Image: Internet)
5. Attractive Tourist Destinations in Phan Thiet
Phan Thiet Water Tower
The first place Phuot wants to introduce to you is the city’s symbol – the Phan Thiet Water Tower. The Phan Thiet Water Tower was started and completed in the period from 1928 to 1934. After completion, this symbol officially became a destination that almost all tourists visit.
What is there to do in Phan Thiet? The famous check-in spot, the Water Tower, will be the answer for you (Image: Internet)
When you come to the Phan Thiet Water Tower, you will admire a massive octagonal architectural work located on the left bank of the Ca Ty River. The 32m high tower is divided into 3 main parts: the tower body, the dome, and the roof. The most special feature of the water tower is the words “Hy,” “Phuc,” “Tho,” “Kiet,” “Loc” arranged on the 5 surrounding vents. The meaning of these words is a wish for everyone to always be happy, blessed, long-lived, prosperous, and well-fed. If you can arrange the time, be sure to stop by and check in with the Phan Thiet Water Tower on your upcoming self-guided trip!
Doi Duong Beach
Continuing the journey to discover Phan Thiet, you should visit Doi Duong – the beach known as the most beautiful in Phan Thiet. Doi Duong is a public beach, so you don’t need to pay any fees to come here and have fun.
What are the exciting tourist spots in Phan Thiet? Doi Duong Beach is such a wonderful place (Image: Internet)
Doi Duong attracts tourists with its more than 3km long coastline and deep green Casuarina tree groves. When you come here, you can have fun on the fine white sand and let your soul drift with the gentle waves. In addition, you can also immerse yourself in the clear seawater or simply watch the sunset. Although these are just small experiences, they can help you feel much happier. After the journey to explore Doi Duong beach, you will surely find the answer to the question: what’s fun to do in Phan Thiet?
Po Shanu Cham Towers
If you are passionate about exploring historical relics, do not miss the Po Shanu Cham Towers in your self-guided Phan Thiet trip. You can easily find this tower in Phu Hai ward, located about 7km from Phan Thiet city.
What is an interesting tourist spot in Phan Thiet that many people are interested in? That is the Po Shanu Towers (Image: Internet)
When you come to the Po Shanu Cham Towers, you will be amazed by the structure designed in the Hoa Lai architectural style with a height of 15m. The construction of the Po Shanu towers by the hands of Cham artisans is still a mystery to the world. No researcher has yet been able to find the binding material that holds the red fired bricks together to create the tower. If you are curious about this Po Shanu tower, come and explore it! Who knows, you might be the first person to discover the mystery of this tower?
Fairy Stream (Suoi Tien)
Fairy Stream is known as the “unique bas-relief” of the Mui Ne – Nha Trang tourist area. What is so fun and attractive about Phan Thiet’s Fairy Stream that it is so praised? The answer is the brilliant orange-red beauty of the water here. Fairy Stream is not as clear as other streams but impresses with a brilliant orange-red color flowing around the mountains. The water level in Fairy Stream is quite shallow, only from the ankle to the knee. So when you come here, you will be free to take off your sandals and walk barefoot in this sparkling orange stream.
What is a fun and attractive place to visit in Phan Thiet? Fairy Stream is a worthwhile place to visit (Image: Internet)
In addition, Fairy Stream also has a system of various shaped cliffs stained with a brilliant yellow color. The orange-yellow color of the water and rocks, combined with the deep green of the coconut groves, makes Fairy Stream even more attractive. You will find it hard to resist the unique beauty of this Fairy Stream. Bring your camera to take photos and check in with the one-of-a-kind Fairy Stream on your Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour!
Ticket price: 6k/child and 15k/adult.
Hon Rom Island
To find the answer to the question of what’s fun to do in Phan Thiet, you should come to the beautiful Hon Rom beach. Hon Rom is located about 28km from Phan Thiet city with a coastline of 17km. Hon Rom Island captivates tourists with the wild and open beauty of a peaceful sea.
When you travel to Phan Thiet, don’t forget to visit Hon Rom – a tourist destination with many “impressive and worthy” fun activities (Image: Internet)
When you come to Rom Island, you will see green rows of trees and reeds that seem to embrace the whole island. But the greenness of Hon Rom will quickly fade when the dry season comes. Instead, the area is covered in a brilliant yellow color from the reeds, looking like a “giant straw island.” Besides the experience of soaking in the cool water at Rom Island, you can also participate in many exciting fun activities such as sand sliding, paragliding, jet skiing, squid fishing… The wild and spacious beauty of Hon Rom deserves to be noted right into your Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour itinerary!
Ong Dia Rock Beach
On your self-guided Phan Thiet trip, don’t forget to stop by and check in with Ong Dia Rock Beach, which is making a splash in this city! Ong Dia Rock Beach is located in Ham Tien ward and is about 9km from the center of Phan Thiet city.
What’s an exciting tourist destination in Phan Thiet? Check out Ong Dia Rock Beach – an interesting place when you come to Phan Thiet (Image: Andrey Ulyanov)
The highlight of Ong Dia Rock Beach is the strangely shaped rock outcrops that jut out and face the sea. When you come to Ong Dia Rock Beach, besides checking in, you can also freely swim in the cool and clear water here. If you want more stimulating experiences, Ong Dia Rock Beach can also satisfy you with many attractive water sports activities. Some interesting activities you can try are jet skiing, surfing, paragliding… With such exciting experiences, Ong Dia Rock Beach should be your next destination on the Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour.
Mui Ne Fishing Village
Your Phan Thiet tour will lack a highlight if you don’t visit Mui Ne Fishing Village. Mui Ne Fishing Village is located on Huynh Thuc Khang street and is about 23km from the center of Phan Thiet city. The place attracts tourists with the wild and peaceful beauty of a coastal fishing village.
What is there to do in Phan Thiet? Don’t forget to explore the peaceful fishing villages in Phan Thiet (Image: Internet)
The most beautiful time for you to visit the fishing village on your self-guided Phan Thiet itinerary is early in the morning. Because when the sun “appears,” it is also when the locals start to hold the market. At the seafood markets, you will feel that Mui Ne fishing village becomes much more bustling and crowded. What catches your eye are the images of fresh fish, shrimp, and squid wiggling as if they were dancing. You can buy seafood at Mui Ne fishing village and bring it back to prepare for a great BBQ party. Although you only visit Mui Ne fishing village once, the peaceful image of this coastal village will surely be etched in your mind forever.
Flying Sand Dunes (Doi Cat Bay)
If you are wondering if there is anything to do in Phan Thiet, you should visit the Flying Sand Dunes and experience the exciting activities on the sand dunes here. Motorbike racing, riding a Jeep, sand sliding… are fun activities that you should not miss when you come to the Flying Sand Dunes. The Flying Sand Dunes are located about 20km from the city center.
What are the nổi bật fun activities in Phan Thiet? The Flying Sand Dunes with Jeep rides are a highlight in Phan Thiet (Image: Internet)
When you come to the Flying Sand Dunes, you will see sand dunes of all heights constantly changing shape thanks to the effect of the wind. What will surely attract your eyes are the sand dunes here with diverse colors from yellow, orange, red, pink to white. In addition to fun activities on the sand, the Flying Sand Dunes are also a check-in spot that makes tourists fall in love. Therefore, you should also bring a camera to capture the most beautiful moments with this flying sand dune.
Note: Based on Phuot’s travel experience, you should come to “live virtually” with the Flying Sand Dunes at sunrise and sunset. Because at this time, the whole sand dune is brilliant under the sun’s rays, creating a mesmerizing scene.
Van Thuy Tu Temple
The next tourist destination you should visit on your self-guided Phan Thiet trip is Van Thuy Tu Temple. Van Thuy Tu Temple was built in 1762 with a very solid Tu Tru (four pillars) architectural style. The special feature of Van Thuy Tu Temple is not its architectural style but the largest whale skeleton in the country. The whale skeleton is 22m long with a weight of 65 tons and has been preserved for more than 200 years at Van Thuy Tu Temple.
What are the exciting tourist spots in Phan Thiet? Van Thuy Tu Temple is one of the places you should visit (Image: Internet)
In addition, when you come to Van Thuy Tu Temple, you will also see more than 24 royal decrees from deceased Kings made entirely of paper. More specially, this is also the place where grand spring and autumn worship festivals are held. If you have the opportunity to travel to Phan Thiet on your own, visit Van Thuy Tu Temple to immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the festival here!
Lau Ong Hoang (Prince’s Palace)
When mentioning Lau Ong Hoang, most tourists remember the love story that once cost so much ink between the poet Han Mac Tu and Ms. Mong Cam. Vietnamese poetry still retains four lines of verse:
“Lau Ong Hoang, people rumored it far and wide. The place that cried, that loved so deeply. Oh my god! It is Phan Thiet, Phan Thiet And devastation remains a piece of a fallen moon”
Lau Ong Hoang was built in 1911 with a large scale of 13 rooms and many amenities to serve the needs of the French duke. And this place was also the most magnificent villa in Binh Thuan at that time. But after two resistance wars against the French and Americans, Lau Ong Hoang is now only left with its foundation and the traces of fierce war. If you want to see the heroic historical traces of the nation here, visit Lau Ong Hoang on your upcoming self-guided Phan Thiet trip! And don’t forget to listen to the romantic love story of Ms. Mong Cam and the poet Han Mac Tu!
Remember the love story of Han Mac Tu when you visit Lau Ong Hoang (Image: Internet)
Bau Trang Sand Dunes
The Bau Trang Sand Dunes are the next place you should visit on your self-guided Phan Thiet trip. The place is located in Hoa Thang commune and is about 60km from the city center. The Bau Trang Sand Dunes are also known as the “Little Sahara Desert” with its immense “sea” of fine white sand. This place not only attracts tourists with its towering sand dunes, but Bau Trang also impresses with a freshwater lake with the brilliant pink color of lotus petals located in the middle of the desert.
What are the unique fun activities in Phan Thiet? – Bau Trang has long been an impressive image of Phan Thiet in the eyes of tourists (Image: Internet)
The Bau Trang Sand Dunes are the ideal destination to help you answer the question: what’s fun to do in Phan Thiet? The Bau Trang sand dune tourist area has many exciting games that you will find hard to find anywhere else. Some interesting fun activities you can experience are off-road motorbike racing, sand sliding, driving a Jeep, and rowing a Sup to admire the brilliant lotus lake. With a variety of such attractive activities, the Bau Trang sand dunes promise to bring you interesting experiences.
Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda
If you are a person who loves to visit spiritual places, you should visit Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda on your self-guided Phan Thiet trip. Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda is a complex including Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda and Long Doan. The place is located in Tan Lap commune and is about 28km from the city center. The pagoda was built on one of the longest mountains in Asia named Ta Cu and has a height of 649m.
What to do and where to go in Phan Thiet? Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda is a place for you to save to your list of places to visit (Image: Internet)
When you visit Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda, you not only get to admire the poetic natural scenery surrounding it, but you also have the opportunity to see blooming seasons of orchids, apricot blossoms… brightly blooming amidst the deep green mountains. More specially, with the trekking journey to explore Ta Cu mountain, you will also find a variety of rare animal and plant species listed in the world’s Red Book. In addition, there is also the longest statue of the Buddha entering Nirvana in Asia. Make a pilgrimage to Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda to see this longest Buddha statue in Asia with your own eyes.
Ong Temple
The next spiritual place Phuot wants to introduce to you is Ong Temple. Ong Temple was built in Duc Nghia commune and is a place of religious activity for the majority of the Chinese community.
What is the next attractive place to visit and have fun in Phan Thiet? That is Ong Temple – a place with unique Chinese architecture (Image: Internet)
When you visit Ong Temple, you will surely be impressed with the unique Chinese architectural style. Ong Temple consists of a series of interconnected houses forming a very eye-catching “Kim” shape. In addition, inside Ong Temple, there is also a system of nearly 100 large horizontal plaques hanging throughout the main hall. Moreover, on the occasion of the Lunar New Year, the temple also organizes a very grand Nghinh Ong Tam Thanh De Quan festival. If you are lucky enough to travel to Phan Thiet on your own during this festival, you will be able to participate in the unique folk games that take place in this Nghinh Ong festival.
Note: Based on Phan Thiet travel experience, Phuot reminds you to wear discreet and polite clothes when visiting the pagoda. Remember to only take photos when allowed by the pagoda!
Ho Chi Minh Museum
The Ho Chi Minh Museum is a relic complex – a place that displays documents related to the great career of Uncle Ho. The place has an area of up to 10,000 m2 and is divided into 2 main areas:
- Duc Thanh Relic Area: a place to display and recreate the relics of Nha Ngu, Ngoa Du Sao, Nguyen Thong’s temple, a star fruit tree, a well, and some artifacts that have been associated with many memories during the time when teacher Nguyen Tat Thanh taught here.
- Exhibition House about Uncle Ho’s biography and career: arranged into 8 themes associated with historical events in President Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary path.
What to do in Phan Thiet? Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Ho Chi Minh museum! (Image: Internet)
If you have the opportunity to travel to Phan Thiet on your own, visit the Ho Chi Minh museum as a way to remember the great leader of the nation!
Opening hours: every day of the week except Monday.
Phu Quy Island
Your self-guided Phan Thiet trip will be incomplete if you don’t visit Phu Quy Island. Phu Quy is known as one of the 5 most beautiful islands in Vietnam. The place captivates tourists with the wild beauty of the blue sea, white sand, and golden sun.
What to do in Phan Thiet? The picturesque Phu Quy Island will be the answer for you (Image: Internet)
In addition, Phu Quy Island also charms tourists with a variety of fresh seafood such as: Huynh De crab, grouper, jade turban snail, sea cucumber, abalone… What could be better than having your empty stomach “filled” with a seafood feast in such a poetic setting on Phu Quy Island? Let’s note down the beautiful Phu Quy Island on your Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour itinerary now.
Co Thach Rock Beach
Co Thach Rock Beach is one of the “hot” check-in spots with the most unique background in Phan Thiet city. The place is located in Tuy Phong district and is about 100km from the city center.
What to do in Phan Thiet? The 7-color Co Thach Beach is a place not to be missed (Image: Internet)
The attraction of Co Thach beach is the system of strangely shaped rock formations with seven beautiful colors. These multi-colored rocks have drawn the footsteps of tourists to “live virtually” with this one-of-a-kind background. More specially, Co Thach Rock Beach also has a very charming green moss season. This unique beauty given by creation makes this place a paradise for “photographers” to “conquer.”
Note: Based on Phuot’s Phan Thiet travel experience, the green moss season at Co Thach Rock Beach will last from December to February of the following year. So, if you want to “live virtually” with this green moss beach, you should arrange your self-guided Phan Thiet trip during this time!
Cu Lao Cau Island
The last place Phuot wants to introduce to you is Cu Lao Cau Island. Cu Lao Cau is a small island in the administrative area of Tuy Phong district. The place attracts tourists with its wild beauty untouched by human impact.
When you travel to Phan Thiet, don’t miss the currently very hot Cu Lao Cau tour (Image: Internet)
When you come to Cu Lao Cau Island, you will not only be free to swim and explore the ocean floor with a diverse marine life system, but you will also enjoy delicious food made from fresh seafood here. Some attractive specialties you should try are: grilled golden cone snails, Huynh De crab, sweet meat of clams… According to Phuot’s experience, the most special experience you should do on your Phan Thiet trip is to camp overnight with friends to watch the starry sky at Cu Lao Cau. This experience will surely be the most memorable memory on your Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour.
8. Where to Stay When Traveling to Phan Thiet?
- Bonnie Homestay: about 200,000 VND – 700,000 VND.
- SEAVIEW condotel: about 700,000 VND – 1,100,000 VND.
- Homestay Song Ngoc Phan Thiet: about 120,000 VND – 150,000 VND.
- Bill’s Homestay: about 100,000 VND – 200,000 VND.
- Lim house homestay: about 300,000 VND – 400,000 VND.
9. Suggested 3-Day 2-Night Phan Thiet Exploration Itinerary
Day 1 Morning:
- Enjoy Phan Thiet specialty breakfast.
- Travel to visit and check in at the Po Shanu Cham Towers.
- Go swimming and have fun at Doi Duong beach.
Afternoon:
- Enjoy a seafood lunch at Doi Duong beach.
- Travel to Fairy Stream.
- Visit and check in with the red stream.
- Explore Ong Dia Rock Beach. Evening:
- Enjoy Phan Thiet specialties.
- Free time to have fun and explore the coastal city at night.
Day 2 Morning:
- Enjoy breakfast and then travel to Cu Lao Cau Island.
- Stroll on the fine white sand dunes.
- Go scuba diving to see coral. Noon:
- Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch: squid, fried fish, raw herring salad, shrimp…
- Go trekking to explore the wild beauty of Cu Lao Cau Island.
- Visit Love Cave, Happy Ravine.
- Watch the beautiful sunset on Cu Lao Cau Island. Evening:
- Set up tents for camping.
- Enjoy a seafood BBQ party and listen to the sound of the waves.
- Go crabbing and stargazing.
- Go back to the tent to rest.
Day 3 Morning:
- Wake up early to watch the sunrise on Cu Lao Cau Island.
- Travel back to the mainland.
- Visit Mui Ne fishing village.
- Experience fishing for fish, squid… with the locals.
Noon:
- Have lunch and travel by Jeep to visit the Flying Sand Dunes.
- Have fun and “live virtually” on the colorful sand dunes.
- Return to the hotel and check out.
- End of the Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour.
10. Q&A about Phan Thiet Travel
How many days is enough for a trip to Phan Thiet? It depends on how much time you have to decide how many days to travel to Phan Thiet on your own. If you only go for 1 day: you should choose 2-3 of the most famous places in Phan Thiet to visit. In case you have more time, you can take a self-guided Phan Thiet trip for 4 days and 3 nights. With that much time, you will be able to explore almost all of Phan Thiet.
What is the best time of day in Phan Thiet? The tourist city of Phan Thiet is famous for its long beaches and brightly colored sand dunes. And the most beautiful time for these places is when the sun rises and when the sun sets. At this time, the sun’s rays will shine down on the beach and sand dunes, bringing to life the magnificent beauty of the place.
Cost of a trip to Phan Thiet You can estimate the cost for a whole self-guided Phan Thiet trip based on the following:
- Cost of transportation and travel in Phan Thiet.
- Cost of accommodation.
- Cost of sightseeing.
- Cost of food and drinks.
- Additional costs: buying gifts, etc.
To estimate the cost for the whole trip, you should design a detailed self-guided Phan Thiet itinerary. In case you don’t have time to plan, you can refer to the tour prices of travel companies. If it’s suitable for your “wallet,” you can book it right away for a quick and simple process.
What are the fun and exciting experiences in Phan Thiet? If you don’t know what exciting fun activities are available in Phan Thiet, let’s explore them below with Phuot. Some attractive experiences on the Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour that you can refer to are:
- Taking a Jeep to visit the sand dunes and Mui Ne fishing village.
- Camping overnight to watch the starry sky at Cu Lao Cau Island.
- Scuba diving to see coral.
11. Notes and Tips You Need to Know Before Traveling to Phan Thiet
- To have the most amazing Phan Thiet exploration, you should choose the right time to travel on your own based on the weather conditions.
- An important step before you go on a self-guided Phan Thiet trip that you should take is to prepare a detailed sightseeing itinerary.
- If you don’t have time to plan your Phan Thiet exploration, you should book a tour with a travel company for a quick and simple process.
- You should rent a hotel, homestay… near the locations you will visit.
- Some items you should bring on your Mui Ne – Phan Thiet tour are: clothes, a jacket, glasses, hats, shoes, sunscreen, a raincoat, special-use medicine, personal items, etc.
- You should only bring enough cash to use to avoid losing it or having it stolen.
- According to Phuot’s experience, if you are traveling to Phan Thiet in a large group of 4 or more, you should rent a car with a driver to save costs and have control over your fun and sightseeing time.
- Bring a power bank to use when your phone runs out of battery.
- Return the areas you visit to their original state. Do not litter on the beach or violate the regulations when having fun on the beach.
- You should wear formal and polite clothes when visiting spiritual places. Please follow the regulations and keep order when visiting.
- You should choose reputable places when you buy specialties as gifts. And don’t forget to check the prices before you buy so you don’t get “ripped off”!
