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Nha Trang for 4 nights and 5 days: island trips and mud baths, or markets and shopping?
Option A suits travelers who want a Hon Mun and Hon Tam island tour and a mud bath. Option B is for those who want to shop at Dam Market and take their time exploring the city’s temples and beaches. Both itineraries rely mainly on Grab and walking.
How do you get from Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang?
Cam Ranh International Airport is about 35 km south of central Nha Trang by road, and the drive to the city takes about 45–60 minutes. Bus 18 takes about 50–60 minutes and costs 50,000 VND one way. A Grab car to Tran Phu Street usually costs 300,000–350,000 VND.
Once in the city, check fares and book a ride using Grab, Xanh SM, or Be, or explore on foot. Airport transfers start at the Bus 18 stop or the Grab pickup point.
4 nights, 5 days: Option A | Island hopping and mud baths
Start your first day with a relaxed visit to the beach, then make a Hon Mun and Hon Tam boat tour and a Thap Ba mud bath the highlights of your trip. On the final day, visit city sights before heading to the airport.
Day 1 | From the airport to the beach, with seafood for dinner
- Cam Ranh International Airport → Tran Phu Beach Road
Take a Grab car to the city; the trip takes about 45–60 minutes. The fare to Tran Phu Street is usually 300,000–350,000 VND. After arriving, stroll along Nha Trang Beach and the Tran Phu promenade, then enjoy dinner at Thanh Suong Seafood Restaurant.
- Tran Phu Beach → Sailing Club Nha Trang
Continue unwinding with a walk along the beach. In the evening, enjoy a cocktail at Sailing Club Nha Trang or stroll along the beachfront promenade on your way back to your hotel.
Day 2 | Hon Mun and Hon Tam island hopping and mud springs
- Hotel on Tran Phu Beach Road → Vinh Truong Port
Book a group boat tour that includes both Hon Mun and Hon Tam; hotel pickup and drop-off are included. The confirmed schedule is 08:30–15:30, and the adult fare is 810,000 VND per person. Snorkel in the Hon Mun Marine Protected Area, then enjoy the beach and mud springs on Hon Tam Island.
- Vinh Truong Port → Tran Phu Beach Road
After returning to your hotel by tour vehicle, enjoy seafood for dinner at Nha Hang Ca Bay Vu Bien. If you’d like to stay out later, relax with city views at Vinh Dao Rooftop.
Day 3 | Thap Ba mud spa and the northern coast
- Tran Phu Beach Road → Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath
Take a Grab or taxi to the spa on Ngo Den Street in the north. It is open daily from 07:30–17:00, and the reference price for a basic mineral bath starts at about 108,000 VND for adults. Bring a swimsuit and unwind with a mud bath and hot spring soak.
- Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath → Hon Chong Cape
Take a Grab to the Hon Chong entrance on Pham Van Dong Street to see the rock formations and sea views. Hon Chong Cape is open daily from 06:00–18:00. For dinner, try seafood at Quan Thuy Ha 2 nearby, then enjoy a drink at Coconut Cafe Nha Trang.
Day 4 | Po Nagar Cham Towers and an evening by the sea
- Tran Phu Beach Road → Po Nagar Cham Towers
Take a Grab to 2 Thang 4 Street in northern Nha Trang. The Po Nagar Cham Towers, temple ruins from the Champa Kingdom, are open daily from 06:00–17:30. Adult admission is 30,000 VND. Dress to cover your shoulders and knees, and explore respectfully.
- Po Nagar Cham Towers → Nha Trang Beach
Take a Grab back to the Tran Phu coast for a beach stroll and some downtime. Have dinner at Luong Son Cang Restaurant, then wrap up the day with a cocktail at G Beach Nha Trang.
Day 5 | Long Son Pagoda and the airport
- Tran Phu Beach Road → Long Son Pagoda
Take a Grab to Long Son Pagoda on 22–23 Thang 10 Street. It is open from 07:00–17:30, and admission is free. Explore the grounds and the white Buddha on the hill. Remove your shoes before entering the main hall.
- Long Son Pagoda → Cam Ranh International Airport
The drive to the airport takes about 45–60 minutes by Grab. A ride from the Tran Phu Street area to the airport usually costs 300,000–350,000 VND. Book your car with plenty of time before your flight.
4 nights, 5 days: Option A confirmed admission and transport costs (per adult)
By airport bus: 50,000 VND × 2 rides + island tour 810,000 VND + Thap Ba basic mineral bath about 108,000 VND + Po Nagar Cham Towers 30,000 VND + Long Son Pagoda free = about 998,000 VND. By Grab, airport transfers usually cost 300,000–350,000 VND each way, with city Grab fares extra.
- Included: round-trip airport bus, group boat tour to Hon Mun and Hon Tam, reference price for the basic Thap Ba mineral bath, admission to Po Nagar Cham Towers, and admission to Long Son Pagoda.
- Not included: accommodation, meals, flights, city Grab rides, and the tour fuel surcharge.
4 nights, 5 days: Option B | Market shopping and city strolls
Option B is a city-focused itinerary that takes in local specialties and souvenirs at Dam Market, then connects Po Nagar Cham Towers, the Museum of Oceanography, and the beach. It relies mainly on Grab and walking, so you can enjoy the markets and city scenery instead of taking an island tour.
Day 1 | From the airport to the beach, with Vietnamese food for dinner
- Cam Ranh International Airport → Tran Phu Beach Road
Take Bus 18 into the city; the trip takes about 50–60 minutes and costs 50,000 VND one way. Unpack, then stroll along Nha Trang Beach and the Tran Phu promenade.
- Tran Phu Beach → Dinner in the city
Explore the beachfront promenade on foot, then try Vietnamese food at Madame Phuong for dinner. In the evening, enjoy the rooftop atmosphere at Skylight & La Kitchen.
Day 2 | Shopping at Dam Market and a night out in the city
- Central Tran Phu Beach → Dam Market
Walk for about 30 minutes. The market is open daily from 05:00–18:30, and admission is free. Browse seafood, local specialties, and souvenirs; check the price and weight before buying. Try Banh Canh Ghe Co Ba Mien Bien for dinner.
- Dam Market → Millie Cocktail Nha Trang
Take a Grab back to the city center and spend the evening over a drink at Millie Cocktail Nha Trang. The market may operate in both the original circular building and a nearby newer market area, so check which sections are open when you visit.
Day 3 | Po Nagar Cham Towers and seafood in the north
- Tran Phu Beach Road → Po Nagar Cham Towers
Take a Grab to Po Nagar Cham Towers on 2 Thang 4 Street. They are open daily from 06:00–17:30, and adult admission is 30,000 VND. Explore the Cham architecture and local religious culture; clothing that covers your shoulders and knees is recommended.
- Po Nagar Cham Towers → Northern coast
Take a Grab to the northern coast and enjoy a seafood lunch at Quan Thuy Ha 2. In the afternoon, see the rock formations and sea views at Hon Chong Cape. It is open daily from 06:00–18:00.
Day 4 | Museum of Oceanography and a beach stroll
- Tran Phu Beach Road → National Museum of Oceanography
Take a Grab to the museum at Cau Da in southern Nha Trang. It is open daily from 06:00–18:00, and adult admission is 40,000 VND. Explore marine specimens and aquarium exhibits.
- National Museum of Oceanography → Tran Phu Beach
Take a Grab back to the Tran Phu coast and relax on the beach or promenade. Enjoy seafood dishes for dinner at Quan Oc Ngon Nha Trang, then spend the evening with music at JD68 Skybar Live Music.
Day 5 | Visit the cathedral, then head to the airport
- Tran Phu Beach Road → Nha Trang Cathedral (Stone Church)
Walk for about 5 minutes. The cathedral is listed as open Monday–Saturday around 05:30–17:00, and Sunday around 05:00–07:00 and 11:00–16:30. Admission is free. Tourist access may vary depending on Mass and on-site operations, so keep quiet inside.
- Nha Trang Cathedral → Cam Ranh International Airport
Take a Grab to the airport; the drive takes about 45–60 minutes. A ride from the Tran Phu Street area to the airport usually costs 300,000–350,000 VND. Head to the airport in time for your flight.
4 nights, 5 days: Option B confirmed admission and transport costs (per adult)
By airport bus: 50,000 VND × 2 rides + Po Nagar Cham Towers 30,000 VND + Museum of Oceanography 40,000 VND + Dam Market free + Nha Trang Cathedral free = 170,000 VND. By Grab, airport transfers usually cost 300,000–350,000 VND each way, with city Grab fares extra.
- Included: round-trip airport bus, admission to Po Nagar Cham Towers and the Museum of Oceanography, and free entry to Dam Market and Nha Trang Cathedral.
- Not included: accommodation, meals, flights, and city Grab rides.
FAQ
What time does the Hon Mun and Hon Tam island tour depart?
The confirmed group tour schedule is 08:30–15:30 and includes hotel pickup and drop-off. The adult fare is 810,000 VND per person, with a fuel surcharge listed separately.
How long does it take to get between central Nha Trang and Cam Ranh Airport?
It takes about 45–60 minutes by car. Bus 18 takes about 50–60 minutes and costs 50,000 VND one way.
When is the best time to visit Dam Market?
It is open daily from 05:00–18:30. The original circular market building and a nearby newer market area may both be in use, so check which sections are open on the day of your visit.
Official sources & check dates
- Cam Ranh International Airport — Transport · 2026-10-28
- Khánh Hòa Digital Tourism — Route 18 · 2026-10-28
- Cam Ranh airport to Nha Trang: bus, taxi, Grab and transfers · 2026-10-28
- Taxis and ride apps in Nha Trang · 2026-10-28
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour — 일정·성인 요금·포함 서비스 · 2026-10-28
- Thap Ba Mud Bath — Regulations · 2026-10-28
- Vietnam Tourism — Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath · 2026-10-28
- Vẻ đẹp bãi biển Trần Phú Nha Trang (Khánh Hòa portal) · 2026-10-28
- Bãi tắm Trần Phú · 2026-10-28
- Hon Tam Nha Trang — 섬 투어 상품과 요금 · 2026-10-28
- 칸호아성 디지털 관광 플랫폼 — Hon Chong Promontory · 2026-10-28
- InterContinental Nha Trang — 혼총 관광 안내 · 2026-10-28
- Po Nagar Cham Towers – A Millennium-Old Heritage (Khánh Hòa tourism portal) · 2026-10-28
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- Long Son Pagoda (Khánh Hòa tourism portal) · 2026-10-28
- Khám phá chùa Long Sơn – Viên ngọc trên đỉnh đồi vượt thời gian của Nha Trang · 2026-10-28
- Ăn Gì, Mua Gì Ở Chợ Đầm Nha Trang (Khánh Hòa portal) · 2026-10-28
- Oceanography Museum Nha Trang: Tickets and Hours · 2026-10-28
- Dam Market Nha Trang: Hours, Old vs New Market, Wings · 2026-10-28
- National Oceanographic Museum Nha Trang: Ticket & Guide · 2026-10-28
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- Nha Trang Cathedral: fee, hours, how to get there · 2026-10-28
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Site updated: 2026-10-28