Dalat Countryside Motorbike Day Tour Including Coffee Farms, Linh An & Truc Lam Pagodas
by Vietnam Motorbike Tour
Overview
This motorbike day tour in Central Vietnam covers over 7 hours of travel through Dalat’s countryside, focusing on local history and natural sites. The journey begins in Dalat’s old town, known for its French colonial architecture and K’ho ethnic heritage. Guests visit villages, coffee plantations, vegetable and mushroom farms, and local businesses while learning about the area’s 133-year history from English-speaking guides. The tour includes stops at several pagodas: Linh An Pagoda, an ancient temple set on a hill with distinctive architecture; and Truc Lam Monastery, built in the early 1990s in an oriental style and set in a scenic location. Other natural highlights are the Pongour Waterfall, where visitors walk about 1 kilometer downhill to see its seven-level cascade, and Elephant Waterfall, which currently can only be viewed from the Guanyin (Lady Buddha) statue near Linh An Pagoda due to reconstruction. Along the way, the tour visits a coffee plantation offering tastings of Moka, Arabica, and Robusta varieties, as well as Tuyen Lam Lake, known for its picturesque qualities. Additional stops include a silk processing area and cultural visits to K'ho ethnic group villages. The tour is conducted by a motorbike driver and includes protective gear, sightseeing tickets, raincoats, hotel pickup and drop-off, souvenirs, and an English-speaking guide. There are options for car travel or self-riding motorcycles available for additional fees.
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Itinerary
Dalat Old Town and Surroundings
The tour begins in Dalat’s old town, one of the best-preserved French colonial areas in Southeast Asia, covering more than 133 years of history starting with the K’ho ethnic people. Guests visit local villages, coffee plantations, vegetable and mushroom farms, and small businesses while receiving detailed explanations from experienced guides. The itinerary features Robin Hill for city views, Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Paradise Lake, pepper plantations, rice wine making, a local flower farm, and the Happy Buddha alongside the 72-meter-high Lady Buddha statue.
Pongour Falls
Visitors walk about 1 kilometer downhill to reach Pongour Falls, a seven-tiered waterfall known for its powerful flow and loud sounds audible from a distance. The site is recognized for its natural beauty and is a popular stop on the tour.
60 min
Silk Process Drive-By
A brief stop to experience the silk process without entering a specific facility.
40 min
Truc Lam Monastery of Da Lat
Built between 1993 and 1994 by Buddhist monk Thich Thanh Tu, this monastery features oriental architectural style. It serves as a place for meditation and sightseeing, surrounded by carefully landscaped grounds.
60 min
Linh An Pagoda
This ancient pagoda sits on a hill outside Dalat city. Its architecture is notable for blending traditional and modern styles, creating a majestic appearance amidst the mountainous surroundings.
60 min
Elephant Waterfall ( Thac Voi)
Elephant Waterfall is considered the most beautiful waterfall near Dalat city. Due to reconstruction, direct access is closed, but visitors can see the falls from a viewing point near the Guanyin (Lady Buddha) statue at Linh An Pagoda.
40 min
Coffee Plantation
At the coffee plantation, guests spend about an hour tasting different coffee varieties including Moka, Arabica, and Robusta while learning about cultivation and processing.
60 min
Robin Hill
This location offers panoramic views of Dalat city and is considered one of the best spots to see the surrounding landscape.
60 min
Tuyen Lam Lake
A 20-minute stop at Tuyen Lam Lake, known for its scenic and romantic atmosphere.
20 min
K'ho Ethnic Village
Visitors spend around 40 minutes learning about the culture and history of the K'ho ethnic group with explanations provided by the guide.
40 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.