Morning:
Begin your day at Robin Hill, the Da Lat cable car station. Soak in the panoramic views of Da Lat City and marvel at the sight of pine-forested valleys stretching to the south. Capture some memorable photos before taking the cable car, which descends 300 meters, offering picturesque views of flower and vegetable fields scattered in the pine valley below.
Arrive at Tuyen Lam Lake, a tranquil paradise surrounded by pine forests. Visit the Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Vietnam's largest Zen university, perched atop Phoenix Hill. The serene setting and beautiful flower gardens provide a peaceful retreat. Please dress modestly to respect the monastic atmosphere.
Midday:
Drive southward and stop at Phu Hoi commune to learn about rice paper making, a fascinating local craft that varies with the season.
Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense).
Afternoon:
Continue your journey to the Chicken Village, home to the K'ho ethnic people at the base of Elephant Mountain. Experience the indigenous Gong culture preserved through generations. Stroll around the village to see vegetable and flower farms, traditional wooden houses, and exquisite weaving products.
Next, visit Pongour Waterfall, located 50 km from Da Lat city. As one of the largest waterfalls in the Central Highlands, it offers stunning natural beauty and a perfect spot for photography.
Conclude your tour with a visit to an incense-making stall or a mushroom farm in the charming thatched houses. Afterward, travel back to Da Lat, enriched with the sights and experiences of the day.
