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Da Lat in 4 nights and 5 days: temples and highland lakes, or markets and mountains?
A suits travelers who want to take their time enjoying the cable car, temples, waterfalls, and lake scenery. B is ideal for travelers who want to explore markets and the night market, Da Lat’s historic sights, and northern mountain scenery. It can get chilly in the evening, so bring a jacket, and take an afternoon break at a hillside café.
How do you get from the airport to Da Lat city?
Lien Khuong Airport is about 30 km south of downtown Da Lat. The airport bus takes about 1 hour and costs 50,000 VND one way, connecting to Da Lat Market, the bus station, and Xuan Huong Lake. A taxi takes about 30–40 minutes and costs 250,000–350,000 VND; a Grab car costs about 250,000–300,000 VND.
Da Lat has no subway or high-speed rail, and downtown is easy to get around on foot or by ride-hailing. Use Grab or a taxi for hilly areas and outlying attractions. Bring a jacket for evenings out, and take a break at a hillside café in the afternoon.
4 Nights and 5 Days A | Temples, Lakes, and Forest Retreats
Combine Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Tuyen Lam Lake, and Datanla Falls in the south, then wrap up with a lakeside stroll downtown and a visit to the night market. Use Grab or taxis between stops. For dinner, try chicken hot pot or grilled dishes, then head to a cocktail bar.
Day 1 | From the Airport to the City, Lake and Night Market
- Lien Khuong Airport → Da Lat Market
The airport bus takes about 1 hour, costs 50,000 VND one way, and connects to Da Lat Market and Xuan Huong Lake. For a faster ride, take a taxi (about 30–40 minutes, 250,000–350,000 VND) or Grab (about 250,000–300,000 VND). After checking in, stroll around Xuan Huong Lake · Hồ Xuân Hương, then visit Da Lat Market from 07:00–19:00 and the night market from 18:00–23:00. Have chicken hot pot for dinner at Tiệm Lẩu Thông Giông, then enjoy a glass of wine at Le Tour.
Day 2 | Robin Hill Cable Car and Truc Lam Zen Monastery
- Da Lat city center → Robin Hill Cable Car Station
Take Grab or a taxi to the cable car station. An adult round-trip ticket costs 150,000 VND. Operating hours are Monday–Friday 07:30–12:00 and 13:00–17:00, and weekends 07:30–17:00. Last admission is at 16:45.
- Robin Hill → Truc Lam Zen Monastery
Ride the cable car close to the monastery and enjoy views of pine forests and the lake. Truc Lam Zen Monastery is open 07:00–17:00, with free admission. Modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees is recommended.
- Truc Lam Zen Monastery → Da Lat city center
Return downtown in the afternoon and take a break at Tong Chieu, a hillside café. For dinner, choose a chicken dish at Tiệm Gà Rừng Trên Đồi or grilled food at Tiệm Nướng Khói Thông. Later, enjoy a cocktail at Gemination Eatery & Bar.
Day 3 | Waterfall Walk and Alpine Coaster
- Da Lat city center → Datanla Falls
Take Grab or a taxi for the 5–6 km ride, about 10–15 minutes, costing 50,000–90,000 VND. The attraction is open 07:30–16:30, and adult admission for foreign visitors is 80,000 VND. Walk the forest trail down to the falls or take a one-way coaster ride for 110,000 VND, in addition to the entrance ticket.
- Datanla Falls → Da Lat city center
Return downtown and relax at Tong Chieu in the afternoon with hillside views. Grilled food at Quán Nướng Chill in Da Lat is a good dinner choice; later, enjoy live music and a drink at V Pub.
Day 4 | Tuyen Lam Lake and Xuan Huong Lake
- Da Lat city center → Tuyen Lam Lake
Take Grab or a taxi to the lake area. General access to the lake is free, and the tourism portal lists its hours as 07:00–17:00. You can also take a boat from Truc Lam Zen Monastery to attractions around the lake; boat rides and other activities may cost extra.
- Tuyen Lam Lake → Xuan Huong Lake
Return downtown for a lakeside stroll, or enjoy the scenery by bicycle or pedal boat. Xuan Huong Lake is open 00:00–23:59 and is free to visit. Have dinner at Cơm Nhà Thông, then wrap up the evening at Đêm Cocktail Bar Da Lat.
Day 5 | One Last Lakeside Stroll, Then the Airport
- Da Lat Market → Lien Khuong Airport
If you have time before your flight, take a short lakeside stroll, then head to the airport by bus. The airport bus takes about 1 hour and costs 50,000 VND one way. A taxi takes about 30–40 minutes and costs 250,000–350,000 VND; a Grab car costs about 250,000–300,000 VND.
Confirmed Admission and Transport Costs for 4 Nights and 5 Days A (per adult)
Cable car round trip 150,000 VND + Datanla admission 80,000 VND + one-way coaster ride 110,000 VND + airport bus round trip 100,000 VND = total 440,000 VND. Airport taxi or Grab fares are additional, and downtown transport during the itinerary is not included.
- Included: Cable car round trip, Datanla admission, one one-way coaster ride, and round-trip airport bus
- Additional: Accommodation, meals, flights, local transport, and individual activities such as boat rides
4 Nights and 5 Days B | Markets, History, and Northern Mountain Scenery
Explore downtown markets and the night market, Crazy House and the railway station, then head north to Langbiang and the Valley of Love. Take a break at a hillside café, then round off the evening with chicken hot pot, grilled food, and cocktails or a live music bar.
Day 1 | From the Airport to the Market, with Dinner at the Night Market
- Lien Khuong Airport → Da Lat Market
The airport bus takes about 1 hour, costs 50,000 VND one way, and connects to Da Lat Market and Xuan Huong Lake. A taxi takes about 30–40 minutes and costs 250,000–350,000 VND; Grab costs about 250,000–300,000 VND. Da Lat Market is open 07:00–19:00, and the night market 18:00–23:00. Have chicken hot pot for dinner at Tiệm Lẩu Thông Giông, then enjoy a glass of wine at Le Tour.
Day 2 | Crazy House and Da Lat Railway Station
- Da Lat Market → Crazy House
Take Grab or a taxi to Crazy House on Huynh Thuc Khang Street. It is open daily 08:30–18:00. Admission for adults at least 1.4 m tall is 80,000 VND. Explore its winding passageways and viewpoints; comfortable shoes are a good idea.
- Crazy House → Da Lat Railway Station
Take Grab or a taxi to Da Lat Railway Station on Quang Trung Street. The tourism portal lists its hours as 07:00–17:30, and visiting the station is free. Tourist trains run separately, so check the schedule and tickets if you want to ride. Take a break at Tong Chieu in the afternoon, then have grilled food at Tiệm Nướng Khói Thông for dinner and enjoy a cocktail at Gemination Eatery & Bar.
Day 3 | Langbiang Mountain and Radar Hill
- Da Lat city center → Langbiang Mountain Tourist Area
The attraction is about 12 km north of the city, around 25 minutes by Grab or taxi, costing 250,000–350,000 VND. It is open 07:30–17:00, and adult admission is 50,000 VND. Take in views of Dankia Lake and the mountains from Radar Hill. A shared jeep toward the summit costs 60,000–80,000 VND per person.
- Langbiang Mountain → Da Lat city center
Return to the city and spend the late afternoon at Tong Chieu, a hillside café. Have sturgeon hot pot at Hoang Gia for dinner, then enjoy live music at V Pub.
Day 4 | Valley of Love and an Evening Stroll Downtown
- Xuan Huong Lake → Valley of Love
The ride takes about 15 minutes by Grab or taxi. The Valley of Love is open 07:00–17:00, and admission for foreign adults is 250,000 VND. Stroll among the pine-covered hills and gardens by Da Thien Lake, and take some photos.
- Valley of Love → Da Lat Market
Return downtown and explore Da Lat Market and the surrounding night market. The night market is open 18:00–23:00, with free admission. Have a chicken dish at Tiệm Gà Rừng Trên Đồi for dinner, then enjoy a drink at Đêm Cocktail Bar Da Lat.
Day 5 | Morning Market Stroll, Then the Airport
- Da Lat Market → Lien Khuong Airport
Da Lat Market opens at 07:00, so take a quick look around before heading to the airport. The airport bus takes about 1 hour and costs 50,000 VND one way. A taxi takes about 30–40 minutes and costs 250,000–350,000 VND; a Grab car costs about 250,000–300,000 VND.
Confirmed Admission and Transport Costs for 4 Nights and 5 Days B (per adult)
Crazy House 80,000 VND + Langbiang admission 50,000 VND + shared jeep 60,000–80,000 VND + Valley of Love 250,000 VND + round-trip airport bus 100,000 VND = total 540,000–560,000 VND. Transport between downtown and attractions is extra.
- Included: Crazy House, Langbiang admission and shared jeep, Valley of Love, and round-trip airport bus
- Additional: Accommodation, meals, flights, local transport, and tourist train rides
FAQ
Which itinerary should you choose, A or B?
Choose A for temples, the cable car, and waterfall and lake scenery. Choose B if you want to explore markets and historic sights as well as the northern mountain scenery.
How long does it take to get from Da Lat Airport to the city, and how much does it cost?
The airport bus takes about 1 hour and costs 50,000 VND one way. A taxi takes about 30–40 minutes and costs 250,000–350,000 VND; a Grab car costs about 250,000–300,000 VND.
What should I bring for the evening?
Da Lat is a highland city, so evenings can get chilly. Bring a jacket to throw on when heading out to the night market, a bar, or a pub.
Official sources & check dates
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