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Nha Trang


Nha Trang is Vietnam’s most famous seaside resort-town. It's the place to go in Vietnam if you want to do some scuba diving or snorkeling.

Understand

Traces of human settlement in Nha Trang date back to the Cham Empire, though in times of Vietnamese rule, there wasn’t much more than small fishing villages. The French recognized that this beautiful bay, with its islands and white sand beaches, made for a perfect bathing spot, and began the transformation into a resort town. American soldiers agreed, and it became a favorite vacation stop during the war.

Today, most of the tourist infrastructure is in the southern part of town around Biet Thu, whereas most of the locals live around the Cho Dam in the northern quarters. Tran Phu is the backbone of the city, accompanied by a pleasant waterfront promenade, palm trees and the nearly 6km of beach — by no means pristine, but nice enough.

Get in

By plane
Cam Ranh Airport (CRX), built on the grounds of an old American airbase in 2004, is located 30km from the city and serves only domestic destinations. Taxi fare from the airport to downtown locations should be about 170,000 dong, though many hotels have their own buses.

By train

Nha Trang is a stop on the main railway-line connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). The railway station is close to the cathedral in the northern part of town. If you want a soft-sleeper (the highest class available on Vietnamese trains), book your train ticket directly at the train station as far in advance as you are able. Having a private travel agent book this ticket will quite often result in you paying the agent for a soft-sleeper — the agent will book a hard-sleeper and you will not know until you board the train and it is too late to make changes. This is one of the most common scams in Vietnam!

By bus
Most open tour buses arrive from Ho Chi Minh City in the south (8 hours) and Hoi An to the north (10 hours). They drop their passengers in the main tourist area around Bien Thu, while the public bus station is at 58, 23 Thang 10, about a 10 minute walk west of the center.

Get around

Nha Trang has a reliable and easy to navigate public bus system, where the ticket fare does not exceed 2000 dong for a ride on a modern, air-conditioned bus with Vietnamese music. You will find buses nr. 3 and 2 the most useful, since they pass through the southern quarters. Alternatively, you'll find the usual selection of taxis, cyclos and motorbikes.

There is no destination in Nha Trang that justifies a fare higher than 20,000 dong/person.

See

Islands
Tour operators offer boat tours to the surrounding islands for around $7USD, that usually include such funny things as a on-board fruit buffet or the "swimming bar", where you float in a circular swimming aid and try your hardest to get drunk. There are more serious approaches to it, so shop around...



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Hotels in Nha Trang
Melia Sunrise Nhatrang Score 0 from 0 reviews
12-14 Tran Phu Street 0/10
Located in the heart of the city on a tree-lined esplanade, this resort overlooks Nhatrang Bay, combining Vietnam's mystical culture and famous hospitality with modern comfort. Within walking distance of entertainment, shopping and major tourist attractions, this resort is also just a 45-minute drive from the Cam Ranh Airport. Every room and suite has panoramic views of the beautiful sandy beaches from its balcony and comes with free Wi-Fi internet access. We can accommodate meetings, elegant banquets, wedding receptions and theme dinner parties at the magnificent Roman-style poolside garden. The spa features luxurious private rooms and 2 separate floors for men and women. You can indulge in treatments together with sauna, steam bath and jacuzzi, perfect alone or with a friend. ... more
 
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Halong Bay on 'Jewel of the Bay' Two Night Cruise 3 days / 2 night

Jewel of the Bay This three-day itinerary gives you the chance to enjoy the bay from the luxury of our private junk. Here you can relax on the tanning deck, swim in the clear aqua blue waters and enjoy the best cuisine available in the bay. All the while you will be looked after by our dedicated and attentive crew. There is also the option of exploring some of the bay?s most secluded lagoons using our fleet of modern easy-to-maneuver kayaks for some unforgettable scenery only accessible by kayak.

The lavish Jewel of the Bay is akin to a floating hotel. Here are some of the junk?s facilities:

  • 5 ensuite twin cabins with air-conditioning and ensuite tiled bathroom
  • Hot and cold running water and shower in each bathroom
  • Dining room serving Vietnamese and continental fare. (Including complimentary welcome drink and free tea and coffee throughout trip).
  • Fully licensed bar with extensive wine list.
  • Games area with assortment of board games, books and magazines
  • Sun tanning area with eight adjustable sun loungers.
  • 5 lightweight western made (New Zealand) sea kayaks
  • Night fishing from the boat
  • Fully staffed crew of 7 including Customer Services Manager
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Nha Trang Half Day Trip including Cham Ponagar temple 4 hours

Nha Trang Explore the Long Son Pagoda, one of the oldest and most beautiful pagodas in the region. From here we can enjoy great panoramic views of Nha Trang and the coastline. We then drive to the Cham Ponagar temple stopping en route at the Dam market. The Ponagar temple dates back several hundred years and is well-preserved. Built by the Cham people the temple draws its influence from many southern Indian temples in design. Later we return to Nha Trang.

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Nha Trang Private Boat Trip 8 hours

Nha Trang Beach Experience the coast of Nha Trang aboard a boat as you set out in the morning for the first stop at the aquarium. You will then head out to Hon Mun Island where you have the chance for swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters. From here, continue to Hon Tam Island where you have the choice of relaxing on the beach or for the energetic ? there is a choice of water sports. Lunch stop is at the fishing village of Lang Chai where there is time to explore before boarding the boat back to Nha Trang harbor.

This personalised private tour is one of the best ways to explore and to discover what these cities have to offer to visitors. The local tour operator provides you with an expert guide, and are constantly seeking new ways to bring travellers closer to local cultures. This style of travel offers an alternative to mass market tourism which takes into account local cultural values and economic growth. All tours are low impact on natural resources; are respectful and observant of local customs and traditions, and are supportive of local economies.

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