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Phu Quoc for 4 nights and 5 days: Should you spend more time in the north or south?

Choose Plan A for northern resorts, theme parks, and a cable car over the islands. Choose Plan B to explore Duong Dong’s night market and the southern beaches and sunsets at a slower pace.

How do you get from the airport to your accommodation?

Phu Quoc International Airport is in the middle of the island. A GrabCar from the airport to Duong Dong takes about 15 minutes and costs around 120,000 VND. Bus fare is listed at about 20,000 VND per ride. Hotel shuttles pick up booked guests on the terminal’s first floor.

Airport pickup cars and taxis are available on the terminal’s first floor. Check bus routes and times on the day, and ask your accommodation about shuttle fares and operating hours.

4 nights, 5 days | Plan A: Northern theme parks and the Hon Thom cable car

Visit the northern safari and theme parks first, then enjoy the night market and a seafood dinner in Duong Dong before heading south for the Hon Thom cable car and beaches. The itinerary groups the north, Duong Dong, and the south by day to keep travel manageable.

Day 1 | From the airport to the north: safari and Grand World

Travel from the airport to your northern accommodation and leave your bags, then visit the safari and Grand World. End the evening at a seafood restaurant near Grand World.

  1. Phu Quoc International Airport → Vinpearl Safari

    Take a car or shuttle north from the airport. Travel time and fare from the airport to the north are not listed. Vinpearl Safari is open daily from 09:00 to 16:00, and the last safari bus departs at 15:20.

  2. Vinpearl Safari → Grand World

    You can take a shuttle such as VinBus; VinBus route 17 is listed as connecting the airport and Grand World. Grand World is free to enter and listed as open 24 hours, but shop and show hours vary by venue. Try seafood at Hai San Cua Khe for dinner.

Day 2 | VinWonders and the northern coast

Spend the day in the north, enjoying both the theme park and coastal scenery. If you plan to visit the safari again, schedule it in the morning and keep the last bus departure time in mind.

  1. Northern accommodation → VinWonders Phu Quoc

    You can take VinBus or a Vinpearl shuttle. Current fares and travel times by departure point are not listed. VinWonders is open daily from 09:00 to 19:30. An adult one-day combo ticket including the safari is listed at 1,500,000 VND.

  2. VinWonders → Ganh Dau Cape

    Travel by car along the northwestern coastal road. Taxi fare and travel time to Ganh Dau Cape are not listed. Explore the rocky shore and fishing village scenery, then enjoy a northern seaside dinner at Mai Huong Beachfront.

Day 3 | Dinh Cau Temple and the night market

Return from the north to Duong Dong and stroll around the coastal temple and town center. In the evening, browse the night market stalls for seafood and Phu Quoc specialties.

  1. Northern accommodation → Dinh Cau Temple

    Travel to central Duong Dong by car or ride-hailing service. Travel time and fare from the north are not listed. Dinh Cau Temple’s reference hours are 07:00 to 20:30 daily, and admission is free. Wear modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees inside the temple.

  2. Dinh Cau Temple → Phu Quoc Night Market

    You can walk there from central Duong Dong. The night market is open daily from 18:00 to 23:30, with free entry. Check the price and weight before ordering seafood. After dinner, enjoy a cocktail at Bittersweet - Cocktail & Chocolate.

Day 4 | Southern An Thoi and the Hon Thom cable car

Travel from Duong Dong to southern An Thoi and spend the day on the cable car and at Aquatopia. Stroll around Sunset Town after sunset and enjoy dinner in the south.

  1. Duong Dong → An Thoi Station

    Travel by car to the cable car station in southern An Thoi. Departure time and fare from Duong Dong are not listed. An adult round-trip Hon Thom cable car ticket, including basic admission to Aquatopia, costs 850,000 VND. The cable car runs from 09:30 to 11:30, 13:30 to 14:00, and 15:30 to 17:30; Aquatopia is open from 09:45 to 16:45.

  2. An Thoi Station → Sunset Town · Kiss Bridge

    Travel from the cable car station to Sunset Town in southern An Thoi. Kiss Bridge’s northern section is listed as open from 07:00 to 23:00, and its southern section from 07:00 to 08:45 and 09:45 to 23:00. An adult admission price could not be verified in the latest available official results. Dine at Sun Bavaria GastroPub or INK 360.

Last day | From a southern beach to the airport

Spend a little time relaxing at a southern beach or in Duong Dong, then head to the airport in time for your flight. For airport-bound rides, follow the ride-hailing and taxi pickup signs on the terminal’s first floor.

  1. Southern accommodation → Sao Beach

    Travel by car to Sao Beach in southern An Thoi. Travel times and fares by departure point are not listed. Swim or relax at the beach, and bring a cover-up if you’re heading to a nearby restaurant or village.

  2. Sao Beach → Phu Quoc International Airport

    Book a car to the airport or take a taxi. A car from southern An Thoi to the airport is listed at around 250,000 VND. Check ride-hailing fares in the app, as they vary by destination and demand. If you have an evening flight, stop in Duong Dong for a meal at An Seafood.

4 nights, 5 days, Plan A: confirmed admission and transport costs (per adult)

Round-trip Hon Thom cable car and basic Aquatopia admission: 850,000 VND + VinWonders and Safari one-day combo: 1,500,000 VND + GrabCar from the airport to Duong Dong: about 120,000 VND = about 2,470,000 VND.

4 nights, 5 days | Plan B: Duong Dong Night Market and southern beaches

Use Duong Dong as your base for temples, the night market, and sunsets, and visit the prison site and Sao Beach in the south. On the last day, stop at Ham Ninh Fishing Village on the island’s east coast before returning to the airport.

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Day 1 | From the airport to Duong Dong: night market dinner

Travel from the airport to your accommodation in Duong Dong, then enjoy the town’s night market and cocktail bars. Plan a late dinner to match the market’s opening hours.

  1. Phu Quoc International Airport → Duong Dong accommodation

    The ride takes about 15 minutes by GrabCar and costs around 120,000 VND. Bus fare is listed at about 20,000 VND per ride. Ride-hailing cars and taxis pick up passengers on the airport terminal’s first floor.

  2. Duong Dong accommodation → Phu Quoc Night Market

    You can walk from the town center. The night market is open daily from 18:00 to 23:30, with free entry. Browse seafood and local specialties, then enjoy a drink at Bittersweet - Cocktail & Chocolate.

Day 2 | Dinh Cau Temple and an evening in Duong Dong

Stroll around the temple on the coastal cape and central Duong Dong, then continue with local food and a bar. Dress modestly and keep your visit quiet at the temple.

  1. Duong Dong accommodation → Dinh Cau Temple

    You can walk from central Duong Dong. The temple’s reference hours are 07:00 to 20:30 daily, and admission is free. Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees inside.

  2. Dinh Cau Temple → Duong Dong dining district

    Walk into town. For lunch, try Phu Quoc-style bun quay at Bun Quay Thanh Mi. At night, enjoy the bar and pub atmosphere at The Cheeky Traveller English Pub & Bar.

Day 3 | Southern prison site and Sao Beach

Explore the historic site in southern An Thoi, then relax at Sao Beach. Add a seaside stroll in Sunset Town and dinner in the south.

  1. Duong Dong → Phu Quoc Prison

    Travel by car toward An Thoi. Travel time and fare from your departure point are not listed. The official tourism portal lists adult admission at 3,000 VND.

  2. Phu Quoc Prison → Sao Beach

    Travel by car to the southern coast. Swim or relax by the sea at Sao Beach. Admission fees and opening hours are not listed. Have lunch at An Seafood, then visit Istanbul Beach Club near Sunset Town in the evening.

Day 4 | Long Beach sunset and beach bars

Take it easy at western Long Beach and watch the sunset, then end the day with dinner and a bar or pub in Duong Dong.

  1. Duong Dong accommodation → Long Beach

    The driving distance varies depending on the beach access point. Specific travel times and fares by departure point are not listed. Stroll along the beach and watch the sun set over the sea to the west.

  2. Long Beach → Duong Dong

    Return to town by taxi or ride-hailing car. Enjoy seafood for dinner at Lobster Cave or Tuan Kieu 2 Seafood Restaurant. Continue the evening at Ocsen Beach Bar & Club.

Last day | From Ham Ninh Fishing Village to the airport

Enjoy coastal life and seafood at Ham Ninh Fishing Village in the east, then head to the airport. Adjust your time in town to fit your flight schedule.

  1. Duong Dong → Ham Ninh Fishing Village

    Travel about 13 km by car, taking around 15 minutes. The guide’s estimated GrabCar fare is about 155,000 VND. Explore the fishing village scenery and pier, then have lunch at a local seafood restaurant.

  2. Ham Ninh Fishing Village → Phu Quoc International Airport

    Travel to the airport by car. Fare and travel time from Ham Ninh are not listed. At the airport, use the ride-hailing and taxi pickup area on the terminal’s first floor.

4 nights, 5 days, Plan B: confirmed admission and transport costs (per adult)

Phu Quoc Prison admission: 3,000 VND + GrabCar from the airport to Duong Dong: about 120,000 VND + estimated GrabCar from Duong Dong to Ham Ninh: about 155,000 VND = about 278,000 VND.

FAQ

Where is the most convenient place to stay for a 4-night, 5-day trip?

Choose Duong Dong as your base for easy access to the night market, restaurants, and transport. For an itinerary focused on northern theme parks, stay in the north; for the Hon Thom cable car and southern beaches, An Thoi or Sunset Town are also convenient.

Can I choose the cable car instead of island hopping in Phu Quoc?

Yes. Plan A combines a round-trip ride on the Hon Thom cable car with Aquatopia. Island-hopping tours departing from An Thoi Harbor may change their stops and route depending on wind, waves, and visibility.

Can I plan beach days and boat tours during the rainy season?

Phu Quoc’s rainy season generally runs from May to October, and rough seas and showers can occur. Check sea and wave conditions on the day and adjust boat tours and beach plans as needed.

Official sources & check dates

Site updated: 2026-10-28