Quang Binh 3 Days 2 Nights: Vung Chua Yen Island - Da Nhay Beach - Dong Hoi - Phong Nha Cave - Chay River Dark Cave - Quang Phu Sand Dunes
Highlights
The 3D2N Quang Binh journey with Sovaba Travel will take you to fully explore the natural, cultural, and spiritual beauty of the sunny and windy Central region. From the sacredness and peace of Vung Chua – Yen Island, the resting place of General Vo Nguyen Giap, to the wild and majestic beauty of Da Nhay Beach with its unique rock formations amidst the waves. You will have the opportunity to stroll through the coastal city of Dong Hoi, admire the wonders of Phong Nha Cave, experience the thrill of adventure at Chay River – Dark Cave, and freely check-in and play on the smooth golden sand slopes of Quang Phu Sand Dunes. This is not just a trip, but a journey to feel the pristine beauty and intense vitality of Quang Binh.
Detailed itinerary
08:30 AM: Sovaba's vehicle and tour guide will pick you up at the meeting point in Dong Hoi City, departing to visit General Vo Nguyen Giap's Resting Place at Vung Chua - Yen Island, the final resting place of the legendary general. Upon arrival, guests will offer incense and pay respects at the General's tomb. Afterward, the group is free to explore and take commemorative photos.
11:00 AM: You will visit Da Nhay Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches in Quang Binh. Unique rock formations eroded by ocean waves create a stunningly beautiful landscape. Here, visitors can freely pose for dazzling photos.
12:00 PM: Enjoy lunch and relax at a restaurant. After lunch, transfer back to Dong Hoi to check in to your hotel and rest.
07:00 PM: The car and guide will take you to a local restaurant to enjoy dinner.
08:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then depart for Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. En route, you will listen to an introduction to the area's history, culture, and key highlights.
09:00 AM: Arriving at the boat pier, begin a boat cruise upstream along the Son River. With clear blue water, a cool breeze, and poetic scenery along the riverbanks, you will feel the peace and wonderful beauty of the Quang Binh countryside.
09:30 AM: The boat takes you to the entrance of Phong Nha Cave. Phong Nha Cave is famous for its magnificent cave system with diverse stalactites and stalagmites. You will visit Fairy Cave (Hang Co Tien) and Royal Court Cave (Hang Cung Dinh), home to shimmering stalactites reminiscent of Cham stupas, fairy figures, and mystical celestial threads.
12:00 PM: Have lunch at a restaurant with local specialties such as: Three-color sticky rice, rice balls with sesame salt, fried fish, freshwater prawns…
01:00 PM: Begin the tour of the Chay River - Dark Cave route. You will experience kayaking on the Chay River, weaving past majestic limestone cliffs. The jade-green Chay River combined with surrounding limestone mountains forms a grand and picturesque natural landscape. You can enjoy various water activities such as river zip-lining and water sliding.
02:00 PM: Take part in the Zipline ride from the Chay River wildlife observation station to the entrance of Dark Cave. This thrilling 400-meter adventure soars right across the river.
Explore Dark Cave. It is one of the most pristine and mysterious caves, spanning nearly 6,000 meters in length and 80 meters in height. Equipped with headlamps and specialized gear, you will explore underground river systems and admire unique stalactite columns. Here, you can enjoy a natural mineral mud bath to relax your muscles and improve your health.
04:00 PM: Board the vehicle to return to Dong Hoi City.
06:30 PM: Feel free to explore coastal seafood restaurants serving fresh, delicious dishes that reflect local flavors.
After dinner, you can take a stroll to explore the peaceful charm of Dong Hoi at night or return to the hotel to rest for the next day's activities.
05:30 AM: Enjoy breakfast, then depart for Quang Phu Sand Dunes to participate in sandboarding. In addition, visitors can experience an ATV off-road dune tour—an unmissable adventure for speed lovers. If speed isn't your thing, dress up for stylish photos, as posing with these ATV vehicles will surely yield high-end, amazing photos.
After finishing the tour at Quang Phu Sand Dunes, return to the hotel to shower and have breakfast.
09:00 AM: The tour guide will take the group on a city tour visiting famous landmarks such as Tam Toa Church, Ho Chi Minh Square, Mother Suot Monument, etc. Afterward, return to the hotel to pack and check out.
11:30 AM: Complete check-out procedures and transfer to a restaurant for lunch. Afterward, the car and guide will drop the group off at the train station/airport.
End of the 3 days 2 nights Quang Binh discovery tour!
Included
- Overnight stay at a beachfront hotel, standard 2-3 people/room.
- Modern air-conditioned tourist vehicle for pick-up, drop-off, and sightseeing in Dong Hoi throughout the itinerary.
- Professional Vietnamese or English-speaking tour guide throughout the journey.
- Meals in the itinerary:
- 03 standard lunches: 150,000 VND/person/meal.
- 02 standard dinners: 150,000 VND/person/meal.
- 02 buffet breakfasts at the hotel.
- Entrance tickets for attractions in the program:
- Phong Nha Cave entrance ticket
- Activities ticket at Chay River - Dark Cave including a 400m zipline and mud bath
- Mineral water: 2 bottles/person/day.
- Cold towels: 2 pieces/person/day.
- Travel insurance, maximum coverage: 20,000,000 VND/person/case.
- Sovaba Travel tourist hat.
Not included
- VAT invoice
- Personal expenses, meals, and sightseeing outside the program.
- Tips for the driver and tour guide:
- If you are satisfied with the service of the driver and guide, you can optionally tip them. This tip is completely optional, but conventionally, it starts at a minimum of 50,000 VND/passenger/day.
- Mandatory tip for foreign tourists: 3 USD/passenger/day.
TOUR BOOKING REGULATIONS:
- Guests booking the tour must wire-transfer 50% of the tour price in advance.
- The remaining amount must be paid 7 days before the departure date.
- Please send the finalized guest list immediately after confirming the group.
TOUR CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:
- Immediately after registration (prior to 30 days of departure): 100% deposit penalty.
- 7 days before departure: 50% of the total tour cost penalty.
- 5 days before departure: 75% of the total tour cost penalty.
- Within 5 days before departure: 100% of the total tour cost penalty.
- No refunds, cancellations, or exchanges apply for group tours during Holidays and New Year periods.