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Vietnam March 2025 Trip in Da Nang

🇻🇳 Vietnam

WHERE?

DA NANG

WHEN?

2 MAR 2025

HOW LONG?

18 DAYS

TRIP FORMAT?

FLEXIBLE TRIP

Immerse yourself in the vibrant coastal charm of Da Nang and get ready to spend your days on the sun-kissed beaches, where you can try your hand at surfing or simply relax by the waves. Savor the mouthwatering local cuisine, from delectable street food to exquisite dining experiences, as you bond over shared meals. Dive into the rich cultural heritage by exploring historic sites and temples. Feel the thrill of riding motorcycles through scenic routes, discovering hidden gems along the way. Embark on exhilarating hikes, traversing lush landscapes and enjoying breathtaking views. This trip promises a perfect blend of beach fun, culinary delights, cultural immersion, thrilling rides, and scenic hikes, creating lasting memories together. Da Nang is the ideal destination for an adventure-packed getaway.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

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HOW FLEXIBLE TRIPS WORK?

SAFAROTO flexible trips provide you with the benefits of choice and the freedom of solo travel enabling you to set your own trip schedule and make decisions based on your budget. You also get the benefits of being part of a group of like minded people who you can join on a regular basis for meals and activities – which are coordinated by an experienced traveler who is familiar with that destination based on the input and the preferences of the group.

Stay as long or as little
as your would like

Reserve your own
transportation & accommodations

Opt in or opt out of any
group activity or meal

Each person is responsible
for their own expenses.

HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO BUDGET FOR THIS TRIP?

Swipe left and right to view the STANDARD or the ECONOMICAL budget option:

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Vietnam Budget_ Economical

The cost of the trip may vary depending on how many days you decide to join us for and the choices you make for yourself in terms of accommodations, food, transportation and activities. Most travelers in our community tend to opt for a standard budget option when planning their trips which we calculate based on the following level of travel experience:

  • 🛌 Sleep in comfortable and convenient yet affordable airbnbs or hotel rooms
  • 🍽️ Eat in good restaurants while mixing in some street foods and the occasional high-end fancier options
  • 🚗 Use public transport or get an Uber/taxi based on the need to balance affordability with convenience
  • 🕺Participate in multiple paid fun activities each week unless too expensive

We also provide an economical budget option for the travelers who want to participate in the trip but at a lower price point which is calculated based on the following:

  • 🛌 Sleep in the most affordable options available, typically a hostel bed or a basic room
  • 🍽️ Eat in cheaper restaurants and have street food or get groceries to cook for yourself
  • 🚗 Opt for public transport or walk to most places but take Uber/taxis if affordable
  • 🕺Participate in the occasional paid activity if affordable

CONFIRMED TRIP ATTENDEES:

  • Oto

    Oto 🇺🇸🇲🇦

  • Diana

    Diana 🇧🇷

TIPS & ADVICE TO HELP YOU PLAN THIS TRIP:

Here are some important facts and details to help you prepare for this trip:

  • 📍The city: 5th largest city – 1.22M – hub for central Vietnam
  • 🕑 Time zone: UTC+7h | When it is 7pm in Da Nag, it is 7am in NYC, Noon in London and 11pm in Sydney
  • 🗣️ Language: Vietnamese is the primarily language spoken. English is commonly spoken in tourist areas and among younger generations.
  • ☀️ Climate/Weather: Expect warm temperatures 24°C to 30°C (75°F to 86°F) and low rainfall (<25mm/month) with relatively high humidity (~85%) and warm sea temperatures at 25°C (77°F)
  • 🌅 Sunset/Sunrise: ~12h of daylight each day with sunrise ~6am and sunset ~6pm
  • ⛰ Landscape: includes sandy beaches, flowing rivers, forested mountains, dense jungles, and open plains with rice paddies and villages. This mix of coastal, mountainous, and rural features defines the region’s natural appeal.
  • 💱 Currency: 1USD = 25k vnd (Vietnamese Dongs)
  • 🔌: Electrical outlet: primarily type C with 2 round pins (euro type) but the A plug can also be found at times (US type with 2 flat prongs)
  • 💰 Tipping: not expected at restaurants but a small 5-10% tip at higher end places is appreciated
  • 📱 sim card: can easily get one at the airport or at provider shops or convenience stores, you will only need to register it by showing your passport. Cost is about $5/week with plenty of data with one of the 3 main providers (Viettel, Mobifone, Vinaphone)
  • ⛑️ Safety: safe and more laid back than other big Vietnamese cities. Be mindful of motorcycles when crossing streets
  • 👘 Culture: Hoi An monthly lantern festival on March 13th
  • 🚰 Food safety & drinking water: It is not recommended to drink tap water in Da Nang or other parts of Vietnam and stick with bottled water.

Yes, an e-visa is required for most countries which can be obtained via this government website for $25 for single entry granting access to foreigners for up to 90 days. All you need is a digital passport photo and copy of the passport to be uploaded during the application process.

Da Nang has a well connected international airport but one may also fly to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh and then catch an internal flight (~$30) to try to get a better deal. Flights to many Asian countries are in the $50-$150/each way price range, $100-$250/way to/from Australia, $450-$550/way to/from European cities, $450-$600/way to/from North American cities.

Rides with grab or a taxi should be around $2-$3.

Most visitors tend to get accommodations in My An, centrally located,  near the beach and with convenient access to a lot of restaurants options.

Here are our recommendations:

📸 Accommodations Budget Weekly price Why?
A1 - Siro House Da Nang Homestay Siro House Da Nang Homestay Economic $30/week Comfortable and clean hostel, near the beach
A2 - The Backpacker Hostel and spa The Backpacker Hostel and spa Economic $34/week Good hostel with a pool near the beach
A3 Kon-Tiki DaNang Hostel Kon-Tiki DaNang Hostel Economic $31/week Modern hostel with hip decor
A4 SeaColor Beachstay hotel SeaColor Beachstay hotel Standard $66/week Great value, room with ocean view, 5mn walk to the beach
A5 Royal Family Hotel Royal Family Hotel Standard $73/week Rooftop pool
A6 Le House Boutique Hotel Le House Boutique Hotel Standard $74/week Modern hotel,  near the beach

There are a lot of options including Vietnamese food for all budgets and a variety of International cuisine options. Seafood is popular in the area, there are many good options for vegetarians and central Vietnam is known for having spicy food.

Here are some suggested options for you:

📸 Restaurant Meal Cost Cuisine Details
R1 Son Tra Night Market Son Tra Night Market $/p Multicuisine street food
R2 Bikini Bottom Express Bikini Bottom Express $/p American
R3 Bếp Cuốn Đà Nẵng Bếp Cuốn Đà Nẵng $/p Vietnamese
R4 Gordon's New York Pizza Gordon’s New York Pizza $/p Pizza
R5 The Nomad Kitchen The Nomad Kitchen $/p Cafe
R6 Son Tra Retreat Garden Lounge & Eatery Son Tra Retreat Garden Lounge & Eatery $/p Vietnamese Higher end, nice setting
R7 L'Italiano Restaurant L’Italiano Restaurant $/p Italian
R8 Gujarat Indian Restaurant Gujarat Indian Restaurant $/p Indian vegetarian
R9 Emo's homecooked Vietnamese cuisine Emo’s homecooked Vietnamese cuisine $/p Vietnamese Nice casual place
R10 Quán Hải Sản Thời Cổ Đà Nẵng - Seafood Restaurant Quán Hải Sản Thời Cổ Đà Nẵng – Seafood Restaurant $10/p Seafood Popular place

There are tons of things to do in Da Nang, so it is hard to get bored- here are our suggestions:

📸 Activity Cost Details
D1 Explore town Explore town Free
D2 Ba Na Hill Visit Ba Na Hill station $30/p touristy park with views and cable car 40km/1h20m from the city
D3 Peninsula Explore Bán đảo Sơn Trà Peninsula Free
D5 Marble mountains See Marble Mountains $2/p Short hike and caves to explore and Buddhist temples
D6 motos Ride a motorcycle around $5/d
D7 night markets Visit night markets Free
D9 cooking class Do a cooking class ~$20-30/p
D10 surfing Surfing $5-$25/p
D11 gym Go the Gym ~$5-$10/week
  • Mobifit: $4/d | $24/2w(8 visits) | modern gym, sauna, towel
  • Naomi Gym: $2/d | $12/mo | modern well equipped gym
D8 day trips Take a day trip $5-$25/p
  • Hoi An: 45mn away historical little town
  • Hue: 2h away culinary town and imperial capital
  • Cham islands or stay overnight (Can take the local ~2h  or high speed boats)

There are many options for a night out mostly located in the Hoi An neighborhood (Aqua Betty, Heaven bar… ) or near Han market (Te bar, Hair of the Dog…)

Da Nang has good internet speeds: 10-50MBs depending on the location with many great spots to work from including coffee shops and co-working spaces for $5-$10/day (ACE, Coworking Danang, Beans Workspace…)

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