Central Highlands

Travel from Saigon to Danang via Vietnam's Central Highlands.

This is a great journey for those looking to get a little bit off the beaten track and experience a region of Vietnam few visitors get to.

Begin with the journey from Saigon to Buon Ma Thuot with a stop to see Dray Sap Waterfall en-route.

Spend 2 nights in Buon Ma Thuot with exploration of the surrounding area.

Spend 2 nights at Lak Lake, a tranquil area where inhabitants still follow a traditional rural lifestyle.

Enjoy a Boat Trip by dugout canoe takes to various Mnong Villages on the lake.

Transfer to Yang Tao village, located at the foot of Chu Yang Sin National Park and enjoy some trekking in this area.

Finally transfer on to Hoi An or Danang.

As with all of our journeys, this one can be tailored to fit your interests, time and budget, so just let us know your preferences and we can adjust things as you wish and combine with any other arrangements in Vietnam or beyond.

Day 1: Saigon - Buon Ma Thuot

Transfer from your hotel in Saigon by vehicle to Buon Ma Thuot.

Visit Dray Sap Waterfall en-route.

Overnight Buon Ma Thuot.

Day 2: Buon Ma Thuot

The capital of Dak Lak province, Buon Ma Thuot is a prosperous town in a region known for coffee plantations and diverse Montagnard population.

In the morning, visit the town highlights, beginning with the Ethnographic Museum, which provides a comprehensive insight into the many distinct ethnic groups of the province, which include the Ede and M'nong, among others.

Displays feature traditional Montagnard dress, as well as agricultural implements, fishing gear and musical instruments.

Continue to the Khai Hoan Pagoda, the Lac Giao Temple and the local Catholic Church.

Enjoy an excursion to Lak Lake with boat trip

Journey south on Route 27, a breathtaking road past forest, coffee plantations and rice fields.

Arrive at Lak Lake, a tranquil area where inhabitants still follow a traditional rural lifestyle.

Enjoy a Boat Trip by dugout canoe takes to various Mnong Villages on the lake.

This matrilineal tribe passes name and inheritance through the female line, and generally live in longhouses

Overnight Buon Ma Thuot. Breakfast included.

Day 3: Buon Ma Thuot - Lak Lake

Transfer by vehicle and boat to Lak Tented Camp.

Check-in to Lak Tented Camp with the afternoon at leisure to explore the surrounding area on your own.

In the evening, enjoy a Gong performance followed with dinner at Y Lak restaurant.

Overnight at Lak Tented Camp. Breakfast & dinner included.

Dray Sap Waterfall

Located 27 km south of Buon Ma Thuot. The beautiful Dray Sap Waterfall or 'Smoke Waterfall' cascades over a width of 100m in the middle of the jungle.

Buon Ma Thuot

Buon Ma Thuot is a prosperous town in a region known for coffee plantations and diverse Montagnard population.

Highlights include the Ethnographic Museum, which provides a comprehensive insight into the many distinct ethnic groups of the province, which include the Ede and M'nong, amongst others.

Displays feature traditional Montagnard dress, as well as agricultural implements, fishing gear and musical instruments.

Is this a Private Tour or a Group Tour?

All of our tours are private tailor made itineraries, customised for you - we can amend things to entirely suit you.

You will have your own private car, driver and guide on excursions.

What are the departure dates?

Let us know your preferred dates of travel and we will find the best and most suitable flights to fit your itinerary.

As this is a private tour through Vietnam's Central Highlands, there are no set departure dates.

Which Airlines do you use?

We work with all the major airlines flying to this part of the world.

Typically for Vietnam & Cambodia, Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific would be airlines we most often use.

However, just let us know your preferred airline if you have one. We can organise flights from any regional destination in the UK.

Vietnam Airlines fly directly to both Hanoi and Saigon from the UK.

Which Hotels do you use?

We're careful with our choice of hotels, but we're guided by our customers also. If you have some preferred hotels, just let us know.

We specialise in boutique hotels and so we will often suggest some of our favourite smaller hotels where we think these will be suitable.

We keep on top of hotel developments in Indochina from our office in Vietnam and regularly inspect the hotels we use.