Overview of Khanh Hoa province

Khanh Hoa, known as the island paradise of the Central region, is not only famous for many attractive destinations but also has countless ideal four-season entertainment spots. From fine white sand beaches, brilliant coral reefs, to ancient historical relics and colorful cuisine, Khanh Hoa deserves to be a destination not to be missed in your travel guide.

Khanh Hoa is a coastal province in the South Central Coast region with a coastline stretching up to 385 km (measured along the water's edge with many creeks, lagoons, and bays). The North - Northwest of Khanh Hoa borders Dak Lak province, the South - Southwest borders Lam Dong and the East borders the East Sea.

Province location Khanh Hoa on the map Vietnamese map

As one of the provinces possessing a beautiful coastline, Khanh Hoa makes its mark with fine white sand beaches, clear blue sea water, and a system of 200 large and small coastal islands. Two extremely famous bays in Khanh Hoa are Nha Trang Bay and Van Phong Bay. Besides the sea and islands, Khanh Hoa is also the capital of Yen Sao and Nho. The land of sun and wind is very popular with domestic and foreign tourists, choosing it as the first destination when planning to travel to Vietnam.

Outstanding destinations in Khanh Hoa

Nha Trang Bay

Nha Trang Bay is known as one of the 29 most beautiful bays in the world and the most beautiful bay in Vietnam. Nha Trang Bay has an area of ​​about 507 km², outstanding with a curved shape like a crescent moon, embracing the vibrant city of Nha Trang. This is the convergence of a rich marine ecosystem with 19 large and small islands, of which Hon Tre is the largest island and Hon Noc is the smallest island.

Nha Trang Bay

Nha Trang Bay

Nha Trang Bay acts as the island tourism center of Khanh Hoa, attracting tourists by turquoise water and fine white sand. Underwater experience activities such as scuba diving to see corals and world-class resorts in Nha Trang Bay are very popular with tourists and are chosen as the first destination when traveling to Khanh Hoa.

Cam Ranh Bay - Bai Dai

Cam Ranh Bay is a deep-water bay with important military and maritime strategies for our country. This is considered one of the best harbors in Southeast Asia, a suitable place for ships to take refuge during rough seas.

Cam Ranh Bay - Long Beach

Vinh Cam Ranh - Bai Dai

Cam Ranh Bay is large, surrounded by Cam Ranh peninsula, creating a calm water surface all year round. The natural landscape at Cam Ranh Bay is very popular with tourists, this is an ideal place for experiential tourism activities such as visiting seafood rafts and enjoying fresh cuisine right on the spot.

Bai Dai is a key resort tourism development area, located along the northern coast of Cam Ranh Peninsula, extending from Cam Ranh International Airport towards Nha Trang. True to its name, Bai Dai has long, smooth white sand, gentle slopes and clear blue sea water. This place is less affected by large waves and is very safe for swimming activities. Bai Dai is an ideal destination for those who want to relax. In addition to swimming and playing sports, visitors can also enjoy high-end spa services at 4-5 star resorts here. 

Van Phong Bay

Van Phong Bay is located about 60km north of Nha Trang city, and is considered one of the bays with top ecotourism development potential in Asia. The bay possesses pristine beaches, clear water and especially a unique system of islands and bays such as Hon Queo, Hon Tai, Mui Ganh,...

Van Phong Bay

Van Phong Bay

With the potential to develop eco-tourism and high-end resorts, Van Phong Bay brings an experience Ideal nature tourism experience for tourists. Coming here, everyone can discover the pristine beauty, completely different from the excitement and modernity of Nha Trang Bay.

Ninh Thuan Grape Village and Craft Village

Coming to Khanh Hoa, visitors cannot miss the extremely hot tourist attractions of Ninh Thuan Grape Village and Craft Village. Grape villages attract tourists with their green grape vines and ripe grape clusters. Coming here, visitors can visit and pick grapes themselves. Especially, you can freely enjoy products made from grapes such as wine and grape honey.

Ninh Thuan Grape Village

Ninh Thuan Grape Village

In addition, during the journey to visit the grape village, visitors can visit the unique traditional craft villages of the Cham people. The most prominent are Bau Truc pottery village (with the technique of hand-crafting pottery without using a wheel) and My Nghiep brocade weaving village, reflecting the profound indigenous culture and the quintessence of long-standing handicrafts.

Mui Dinh beach and sand dunes

Likened to a "little desert", Mui Dinh is famous for its vast, golden sand dunes, creating a sand desert right next to it. Next to the pristine beach, beautiful blue water at the foot of the mountain.

Mui Dinh Sand Dunes

Mui Dinh Sand Dunes

Coming to Mui Dinh, visitors can not only experience the feeling of conquering the sand dunes by off-road vehicle, but can also camp overnight to watch the moon and early morning sunrise. A small suggestion for visitors coming here is to wear red or bright brocade-patterned outfits, combining accessories with scarves, glasses, and hats to take beautiful check-in photos.

Nui Chua National Park

Nui Chua National Park (established in 2003) is a world biosphere reserve recognized by UNESCO. With a large area of up to 106,600 hectares, this place is an interesting combination of mountains, forests, sea and semi-desert.

Nui Chua National Park

Nui Chua National Park

Nui Chua National Park is currently home to many rare plant and animal species. Coming here, visitors will be able to visit and experience all the wonderful natural beauty at Hang Rai (where there are many ancient coral reefs), Lo O stream, Vinh Hy,...

In addition to the above attractive tourist destinations, Khanh Hoa also has many beautiful places for tourists to visit and experience. For example:

  • Po Nagar Tower (Thap Ba): Is an ancient Champa temple with very beautiful, ancient and time-honored architecture. Only about 2km from the city center, visitors will easily come here to visit and take photos.

  • Long Son Pagoda (White Buddha Pagoda): Is one of the oldest pagodas in Khanh Hoa, built in the 19th century. The pagoda is famous for the largest outdoor Shakyamuni Buddha statue in Vietnam (as of 2011).

  • >Institute of Oceanography: Is one of the oldest oceanographic research facilities in our country. This place stores more than 24,000 specimens of more than 4,000 marine and freshwater species on display at the museum.

  • Mountain Church (Cathedral of Christ the King): Outstanding by the large church architecture built entirely of stone on a small rocky mountain.

  • Po Klong Garai Tower: Is a cluster of majestic and most beautiful and intact Cham towers in Vietnam. The project is classified as a special relic, where traditional festivals take place such as: Rain praying ceremony, Kate ceremony, Chabun ceremony.

The most beautiful time to travel to Khanh Hoa

Because it is located in the South Central Coast region, the best time to travel to Khanh Hoa is from January to August every year. With beautiful sunny weather, little rain, and temperatures not too high, visitors can visit and experience all the ideal destinations in Khanh Hoa.

  • January - August: This is the dry season and the most ideal time of the year to travel. The weather is dry, sunny, very suitable for marine activities such as swimming, diving to see coral and visiting islands.

  • April - July: High tourist season with many activities and festivals, although it can be a bit hot, the cool sea water will dispel the heat. At this time, visitors can visit places such as vineyards, Mui Dinh sand dunes or Nui Chua national park to visit.

  • August - September: The weather in this month is beautiful, cool, a good choice for those who like comfort.

  • October - December: This is the rainy season, so avoid traveling at this time to have the best experience.

Ideal time to travel to Khanh Hoa

Ideal time to travel to Khanh Hoa

Information for traveling to Khanh Hoa

Travel by air

The following is information on domestic direct flights to Khanh Hoa by air originating from Hanoi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi (HAN) > Khanh Hoa (CXR):

  • One-way ticket price: Ranging from about 1,200,000 VND to 1,800,000 VND.

TP. Ho Chi Minh (SGN) > Khanh Hoa (CXR):

  • Flight time: About 1h00 to 1h10 depending on the flight.

  • >Operating airlines: Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air.

  • Airport: Departing from Tan Son Nhat airport (HCMC) and landing at Cam Ranh airport (Khanh Hoa).

  • One-way ticket price: Ranging from about 800,000 VND to 1,300,000 VND.

Da Nang (DIA) > Khanh Hoa (CXR):

  • Flight time: Approx. 1:15 a.m.

  • Operating airlines: Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air.

  • Airport: Departs from Da Nang International Airport and lands at Cam Ranh Airport (Khanh Hoa).

  • One-way ticket price: Ranging from about 800,000 VND to 1,300,000 VND.

To/from the airport to the city center, visitors can choose to travel by car, motorbike or bus.

Cam Ranh International Airport

Cam Ranh International Airport

Travel by train

You can take the train from provinces with the North-South Thong Nhat railway passing through to reach Khanh Hoa. Popular trains include SE1, SE3, SE5, SE7 and SE9. 

>Hanoi > Khanh Hoa: 

  • Travel time: About 11:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

  • One-way ticket price: About 1,000,000 VND.

Da Nang > Khanh Hoa:

  • Travel time: About 10 hours.

  • One-way ticket price: Ranging from 400,000 VND to 450,000 VND.

Ho Chi Minh City > Khanh Hoa:

  • Travel time: About 7:25 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.

  • One-way ticket price: Ranging from 350,000 VND to 460,000 VND.

Travel to Khanh Hoa

Traveling by train to Khanh Hoa

Travel by bus

Travel to Khanh Hoa, in addition to planes and trains, passenger cars are also a popular means of transportation for many tourists. Any province can go to Khanh Hoa, in 3 major provinces: Hanoi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, reference bus information is as follows:

  • Hanoi > Khanh Hoa: Departs from Hanoi with a travel time of about 25 - 28 hours. Ticket prices range from 900,000 - 1,300,000 VND. Reputable car companies are Thuan Hung Travel (0943.999.369), Hoang Long (0912149169), Tan Aba (0978.93.93.73).

  • >Da Nang > Khanh Hoa: Departing from Da Nang with travel time about 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Ticket prices range from 330,000 - 680,000 VND. Reputable car companies are Cuc Tung Limousine (19006606), Lien Hung (02835119090), Tan Quang Dung (1900 6053), Hanh Cafe - Ha Phuong Limousine (0362 637 916).

  • Ho Chi Minh City > Khanh Hoa: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City bus station with travel time about 5:30 a.m. - 7:35 a.m. Ticket prices range from 255,000 - 310,000 VND. Reputable bus companies are Huynh Gia (0283 920 4577), Da Lat (0946 538 638), Nhat Duong - Binh Minh Bus (1900 2879).

Travel to Khanh Hoa by bus

Travel to Khanh Hoa by bus

Move within the city

To Khanh Hoa, visitors can choose public transportation such as buses, taxis or rent a car if they want to be proactive in their time. Below is information about a popular car company in Khanh Hoa:

  • Taxi: Popular companies are Xanh SM (1900 2088), Mai Linh Taxi: 1055, International Taxi (0258) 3.52.36.78, Sun Taxi: (0258) 389 89 89, Taxi Asia: 0258 3535 353, Taxi Rondo: 0981.512.732.

  • Motorbike taxi / technology car: Grab, Be, Gojek companies have wide coverage for tourists to easily book when needed.

  • Intra-province bus: Nha Trang bus is a suitable public transport for tourists traveling to locations located on the main routes that the bus passes. The bus usually runs every 15-30 minutes and stops operating from about 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Not suitable for tourists traveling in the evening.

For convenience of transportation, visitors should consider renting a motorbike or car.

Motorbike rental prices in Khanh Hoa range from 80,000 - 180,000 VND. Reputable motorbike rental units that you can refer to are:

  • Le Oanh (14A Mac Dinh Chi, Bac Ai commune, Khanh Hoa): 0905 153 800 - 0989 164 817

  • Hai Anh (114/23 Hoang Hoa Tham, Nha Trang ward, Khanh Hoa): 0934 993 599

  • Van Phuc (79 Phan Boi Chau, Cam Ranh ward, Khanh Hoa): 0944 920 022

  • Hoang Long motorbike rental (96 Tran Phu, Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa) -09878 598 698

  • Tuan Cuong (8A Ly Tu Trong, Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa): 0906 510 302.

Rent a car in Gia Lai:

  • Phuoc Nguyen (103 Vo Van Kiet, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa): 0888777070

  • Let’s Fly Travel (STH17-04 Thanh Tinh, Le Hong Phong 1 Urban Area, South Nha Trang Ward): 1900.63.63.32

  • Jimmy Dung (120 Duong Hien Quyen, North Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa): 0982888212

Car rental prices in Gia Lai range from 500,000 - 2,500,000 VND depending on the car model, model and rental service of each company. Everyone should contact each rental unit directly to get an accurate quote at the time of rental!

Accommodation information in Khanh Hoa

Luxury accommodation (4-5 stars)

Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel & Spa

  • Address: 26-28 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Reference room price: 3,300,000 - 10,500,000 VND (Depending on room type and time)

Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel & Spa

Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel & Spa

Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel & Spa is a luxury 5-star hotel located right on Tran Phu Street, Nha Trang. Possessing a prime location with beautiful views of Nha Trang Bay, Sheraton hotel always receives positive reviews from customers. With 280 rooms, suites and penthouses with sea view along with an infinity pool, spa and gym, Sheraton is definitely the top accommodation not to be missed when traveling to Khanh Hoa.

Panorama Wins Residences Nha Trang

  • Address: 02 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Reference room price: 1,044,000 - 1,944,000 VND (Depending on room type and time)

Panorama Wins Residences Nha Trang luxury hotel located in prime location "gold" right in the center of the coastal city of Nha Trang, opposite 2-4 square and Tram Huong tower. From a distance, Panorama stands out by its unique elliptical building design. The most prominent highlight of this hotel is the saltwater infinity pool with a tempered glass bottom located on the 40th floor.

Panorama Wins Residences Nha Trang

Panorama Wins Residences Nha Trang

The apartments at Panorama are equipped with modern, luxurious furniture, with with many other 5-star amenities such as restaurants, 24-hour gym and professional services. Above all, the room rates here are extremely affordable, so Panorama is always the ideal choice for tourists who want to enjoy a classy vacation.

Other classy 4-5 star hotels in Khanh Hoa that you can refer to are:

  • Diamond Bay Hotel: 20 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | price from 1,045,000 - 3,000,000 VND

  • Seaside Boutique Hotel Nha Trang Beach: 70 Dong Da, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | Price from 600,000 - 2,300,000 VND

  • Grand Luxury Hotel Phan Rang: 279 April 16, Dong Hai, Khanh Hoa | Price from 1,100,000 - 2,300,000 VND.

Resort (Resort, Villa)  

Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa

  • >Address: Hon Tre island, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Reference room price: 2,400,000 - 14,750,000 VND (Depending on room type and time)

Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa

Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa

Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa, Hon Tre Island is an area 5-star luxury resort located on Hon Tre Island, a beautiful natural oasis in the middle of Nha Trang Bay. The resort stands out with its unique Indochinese architecture and isolated resort space, ideal for travelers seeking relaxation and privacy.

This place offers a variety of luxurious accommodations, from Deluxe rooms, comfortable suites to 2-4 bedroom villas with private pools. All have balconies facing the sea or green gardens. With professional service and breathtaking natural scenery, Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa, Hon Tre Island offers a complete and memorable vacation.

Hoan My Resort

  • Address: Yen Ninh Street, Quarter 3, Dong Hai, Khanh Hoa

  • Reference room price: 1,000,000 - 7,500,000 VND (Depending on room type and time)

Hoan My Resort

Hoan My Resort

Hoan My Resort is a 5-star resort located on Ninh Chu beach - one of The most beautiful and peaceful beaches in Central Vietnam. With Asian-European fusion architecture and minimalist Japanese style, Hoan My Resort creates a classy resort space, close to nature.

Hoan My Resort offers a variety of accommodation types, from modern hotel rooms to garden and sea view villas with private pools. Visitors coming here will enjoy a private beach, an overflow swimming pool with beautiful views, and other amenities. With a prime location, the resort is an ideal stopover to explore famous landscapes such as Vinh Hy Bay, Rai Cave and Bau Truc pottery village.

Some other high-class resort suggestions for tourists to choose from:

  • Champa Island Nha Trang - Resort Hotel & Spa: 304 2/4 Street, Nha Trang, Khanh Draw | price from 980,000 - 21,800,000 VND

  • Hon Tam Resort: Hon Tam Island, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | Price from 2,100,000 - 9,200,000 VND

  • Saigon - Ninh Chu Hotel & Resort: Yen Ninh Street, Dong Ninh Hoa, Khanh Hoa | Price from 1,00,000 - 3,300,000 VND.

Experience (2-3 star hotel, Homestay, Co hotel...) 

Coast House Boutique Hotel

  • Address: 6 Sao Bien, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Reference room price: 410,000 - 920,000 VND (Depending on room type and time)

Coast House Boutique Hotel

Coast House Boutique Hotel

Coast House Boutique Hotel Nha Trang is an ideal accommodation choice for travelers who love sophistication, warmth and closeness. Conveniently located near the center of Nha Trang, this boutique hotel offers a comfortable resort space with fully equipped rooms and airy balconies.

The hotel's strength is its focus on attentive, friendly service. The hotel is located near busy dining and shopping areas and just a few minutes walk from the beach, very convenient for visitors to explore the vibrant life of the coastal city of Nha Trang.

Annhien home's

  • Address: Thong Nhat, Phan Rang, Khanh Hoa

  • Reference room price: 810,000 - 1,500,000 VND (Depending on room type and time)

Annhien home's

Annhien home's

Annhien home's is a homestay with a dark style Simple, rustic and close to nature. Standing out with its cool, peaceful green space and vintage/contemporary design, Annhien home's is often sought after by tourists to enjoy relaxation, away from the noise of the city.

Annhien home's stands out with beautiful "virtual living" corners, a check-in paradise for visitors. Anhien home's location is also quite convenient to explore famous tourist attractions such as vineyards, sand dunes,...

Some other resort locations with super good prices and high reviews from tourists:

  • Hai An Homestay - Garden by the Beach: Yen Ninh 5, Phan Rang, Khanh Hoa | 500,000 - 800,000 VND

  • Hanh Ngo Homestay - Hon Do Ninh Thuan: Thong My Hiep, Ninh Hai, Khanh Hoa | 940,000 - 2,600,000 VND

Local festival cuisine and culture

High-class restaurant

Chef’s Club Skylight

Chef's Club is a high-end restaurant located right on the 43rd floor of the Havana Hotel. The restaurant is famous as the highest international culinary destination in Nha Trang, offering an exquisite culinary experience accompanied by breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the bay and shimmering city.

Chef’s Club Skylight

Chef’s Club Skylight

Chef’s Club serves a variety of European, Asian and seafood set menus. Prepared by talented chefs. With a luxurious, cozy space and professional service, Chef's Club is the perfect choice for romantic dinners, anniversary parties or simply enjoying classy cuisine at impressive heights. The restaurant is located on the 43rd floor of Havana Hotel, 38 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Open from 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily. 

Sailing Club Nha Trang

Sailing Club Nha Trang is a restaurant on the romantic Tran Phu beach. This place is not only a high-end restaurant but also a service complex with a bar and vibrant lounge space. The menu at Sailing Club is very diverse, harmoniously combining international cuisine and fresh, delicately prepared seafood dishes. In the evening, especially on weekends, Sailing Club becomes the focal point with vibrant music parties, attracting both tourists and locals. Sailing Club is a destination not to be missed for those who want to fully enjoy the beauty and excitement of Nha Trang. Restaurant address: 72-74 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, open from 07:00 - 02:00.

Sailing Club Nha Trang

Sailing Club Nha Trang

Other high-end restaurants:

  • Altitude Rooftop Bar: 26-28 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | Open from: 15:00 - 00:00

  • Louisiane Brewhouse: Lot 29 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | Open from: 7:00 - 1:00

  • Nha Trang Costa Seafood: 32C Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | Open from: 06:30 - 10:00, 11:00 - 14:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.

Local cuisine

Grilled spring rolls, especially Ninh Hoa grilled spring rolls, is one of the famous and beloved culinary specialties Most popular in Khanh Hoa province. This dish stands out with its unique delicious flavor, attracting tourists from near and far.

Khanh Hoa grilled spring rolls

Khanh Hoa grilled spring rolls

Grilled spring rolls are made from pureed fresh pork, then marinated with rich spices according to the traditional recipe, rolled into long bars and then grilled directly on charcoal. When grilled, spring rolls are golden brown, slightly charred on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, fragrant with the smell of grilled meat and spices. In Khanh Hoa, there are many grilled spring rolls shops, but 2 restaurants that tourists should try are:

Hong Vu grilled spring rolls

  • Address: 45 Nui Mot, Nha Trang, Khanh 

  • Opening hours Door: 11:00 - 21:00

  • Reference price: 20,000 - 50,000 VND

Nem roll - Trong Tin grilled meat vermicelli

  • Address: 26 Da Tuong, North Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Opening hours: 2:30 pm - 9:30 pm

  • Reference price: 20,000 - 40,000 VND

Nha Trang Jellyfish Vermicelli is a very special dish that tourists should not miss when coming to Khanh Hoa. This noodle dish is famous for its cool, unique and rich flavor of the sea. The most special feature of the noodle dish is the jellyfish. Jellyfish used to make noodles are usually small, thick jellyfish caught by fishermen from distant seas. Having gone through a thorough preparation process with salt water and lemon, the jellyfish are crispy, rough, and completely free of fishy smell.

Nha Trang Jellyfish Vermicelli

Nha Trang jellyfish vermicelli

The flavor of jellyfish vermicelli is also in the bowl of rich broth made from various types Sea fish such as fish and mackerel create a natural, gentle yet deep sweetness, completely different from the usual vermicelli or beef noodle soups. Two delicious jellyfish noodle shops that tourists can refer to:

Nguyen Loan jellyfish noodle soup

  • Address: 123 Ngo Gia Tu, Nha Trang, Khanh 

  • Opening hours: 06:00 - 22:30

  • Reference price: 35,000 - 45,000 VND

Han Thuyen jellyfish noodle soup

  • Address: 24 Han Thuyen, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Opening hours: 7:00 - 21:00

  • Reference price: 15,000 - 35,000 VND/bowl

In addition to the two delicious local dishes above, tourists visiting Khanh Hoa should try other equally attractive dishes such as: Banh Can, Mai fish salad, banh xeo, grilled beef in a strange scene,...

Cuisine discovery experience

For those who are passionate about food, coming to Khanh Hoa will definitely not miss the delicious food coordinates recommended by local people. Among them are:

  • Bun Cha Thai Thanh located at 14 Ly Tu Trong is a dining destination for local people in Khanh Hoa. This is a restaurant specializing in Northern cuisine with a variety of attractive dishes such as bun cha, vermicelli vermicelli, vermicelli noodles, spring rolls, crab cakes,... The restaurant is open from 6:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., everyone should pay attention to the hours before coming to the restaurant!
  • Lac Canh Nha Trang Restaurant is a famous restaurant that is favored by many young people and tourists from all over the world. when traveling to Khanh Hoa. This is where the dish "Lac Canh Beef", a unique dish that has been around for more than 40 years, has an irresistible taste. Located at 77 Nguyen Binh Khiem, the restaurant is open from 10am to 9pm.

Lac Canh Nha Trang Restaurant

Lac Canh Nha Trang Restaurant

Experience Culture and festivals

Khanh Hoa is a land rich in festival culture, where visitors can experience the blend of maritime culture, ancient Champa culture and festivals imbued with national identity. Some outstanding festivals worth experiencing for tourists include:

  • Nha Trang Sea Festival: This is the largest cultural - tourist event, held periodically every two years in Khanh Hoa. The Festival is a series of vibrant activities lasting many days with street art programs, culinary festivals, beach sports and especially spectacular art performance nights to honor the beauty of Nha Trang's sea and islands and people.

Nha Trang Sea Festival

Nha Trang Sea Festival

  • Ponagar Tower Festival is a festival of Cham ethnic group in Nha Trang, takes place in the third lunar month every year at Ponagar Tower. This is the largest folk festival in the South Central region, demonstrating the cultural and religious interference between the Cham and Vietnamese people.

Ponagar Tower Festival

Ponagar Tower Festival

  • Cau Ngu Festival is a traditional festival of fishermen held at Ong mausoleums (worshiping Whales/Whales) to pray for favorable weather, calm seas, and good fishing.

Cau Ngu Festival

Cau Ngu Festival

  • Bird's Nest Festival takes place on the 10th day of the 5th lunar month every year on Yen Sao island. This festival aims to pay tribute to the Patriarch and Holy Mother of bird's nest making. Participating visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the traditional bird's nest exploitation profession and enjoy unique dishes and products from bird's nest.
  • Kate Festival is the largest traditional festival of the Cham people. The festival takes place with a solemn ceremonial procession, along with cultural activities, singing and dancing, traditional musical instruments such as Paranung drums and Saranai trumpets, providing insight into Champa culture.

Kate Festival

Kate Festival

Amusement and experience area

For tourists If you love excitement, you definitely cannot miss the following fun places:

VinWonders Nha Trang

  • Address: Hon Tre Island, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Opening hours: 09:00 – 20:00

  • Ticket price: About 450,000 VND

VinWonders Nha Trang

VinWonders Nha Trang

VinWonders Nha Trang Is a large-scale amusement park with a diverse combination of attractions. The game area includes a water park (Water Park), a thrilling game area (Adventure Land), an aquarium (Sea World) and a family and children's game area. This place is also famous for the world's longest sea-crossing cable car system and unique art performances such as the Tata Show and water music.

Tanyoli Tourist Area (Mongolian Village)

  • Address: Thuan Nam commune, Khanh Hoa

  • Opening hours: 7:00 - 22:00

  • Ticket price: About 350,000 VND

Tanyoli Tourist Area (Mongolian Village)

Tanyoli Tourist Area (Mongolian Village)

The picnic complex is located in Mui Dinh, with a unique landscape with mountains, seas and sandy deserts. Visitors can experience staying overnight at a Mongolian tent, playing thrilling games such as: Conquering the desert by terrain vehicle, grass skiing, archery,...

Suggested tour 

Experience tour in Khanh Hoa 

Cam Ranh - Nha Trang tour 4 days 3 night

  • Itinerary

    • Day 1: Hanoi - Cam Ranh - Phan Rang

    • Day 2: Explore Phan Rang 

    • Day 3: Phan Rang - Nha Trang 

    • Day 4: Explore Nha Trang 

  • Transportation: Car

  • Reference tour price: 5,790,000 VND/person

  • Organizer: PYS Travel

Nha Trang tour 2 days 2 nights

  • Itinerary

    • Day 1: Pick up at Nha Trang

    • Day 2: Explore Nha Trang - Ponagar Tower - Vinwonder/Mud bath experience/Sunset cruise

    • Day 3: Nha Trang - Caraworld Marine Park - Bai Dai. 

  • Method of transportation: Car, canoe

  • Reference tour price: 1,390,000 VND/person

  • Organization unit: Vietravel

Experience tour in Khanh Hoa

Experience tour in Khanh Hoa

Adventure tour in Khanh Hoa

Sea Walking tour in Nha Trang

  • Itinerary: Arrive at the island Scuba Diving Center - Con Se Tre Resort Hon Tre Island - Coral Bay 2

  • Transportation: Car, canoe

  • Reference tour price: 1,250,000 VND/person

  • Organizer: Khai Minh Travel

>Ba Ho - Doc Let 1 day tour

  • Itinerary: Ba Ho tourist area - Doc Let resort

  • Transportation: Car

  • Reference tour price: 800,000 VND/person

  • Organizer: Khai Minh Travel

Adventure tour in Khanh Hoa

Adventure tour in Khanh Hoa

Family tour in Khanh Hoa

Nha Trang tour 3 days 3 nights

  • Itinerary

    • Day 1: Long Son Pagoda - Institute of Oceanography - Mineral mud bath

    • Day 2: Mirea Bai Soi - Old Countryside Buffet

    • Day 3: Farewell to Nha Trang

  • Transportation: Seat car

  • Reference tour price: 3,286,000 VND/person

  • Organizer: Dat Viet Tour

Ninh Chu - Vinh Hy Tour 3D2N

  • Itinerary

    • Day 1: Welcoming tourists - Tanyoli Mongolian Village - Ninh Chu

    • Day 2: Vinh Hy Bay - Toad Beach - Rai Cave

    • Day 3: Phan Rang Museum and Square - Trung Son Co Tu - Pokolong Tower - Garden grape - Co Thach Pagoda.

  • Transportation: Seat car

  • Reference tour price: 2,990,000 VND/person

  • Organization unit: Vietnam Tourist

Family tour in Khanh Hoa

Tour family travel in Khanh Hoa

Eco-tourism in Khanh Hoa

Tanyoli Tour - Nam Cuong Sand Dunes - ZooDoo

  • Itinerary: ZooDoo Phan Rang - Nam Cuong Sand Dunes - Mui Dinh Wind Power - Tanyoli -

  • Method of transportation: Car

  • Reference tour price: 690,000 VND/Adult and 485,000 VND/Child

  • Organizer: Let’s Fly Travel

Shopping and Souvenirs

Coming to Khanh Hoa, visitors can not only visit, relax and experience, but also freely buy gifts for friends and family. As a famous land of Bird's Nest and Grapes, these two products are definitely indispensable in gift baskets.

To buy quality Bird's Nest, visitors should visit Khanh Hoa Bird's Nest at 248 Thong Nhat, Nha Trang or easily buy at specialty stores in the area such as:

  • Nha Specialties Trang Ngoc Linh: G17 Apartment, Dam Market, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

  • Khanh Hoa Specialties: 75A Thai Nguyen, Phuoc Tan, Nha Trang

If you want to buy products from fresh grapes, visitors can visit Ba Moi Grape Farm in Hiep Hoa village, Ninh commune Phuoc.

Special bird's nest bought as a gift in Khanh Hoa

Bird's nest specialties bought as gifts in Khanh Hoa

Of course, besides Bird's Nest and Grapes, visitors can also buy many other gifts when traveling to Khanh Hoa. Such as: Ninh Hoa spring rolls, Nha Trang fish cakes, dried squid, sunny squid, dried seahorse,... These products are sold in many traditional markets, very easy for tourists to find and buy.

Support information and other information

During the resort tour in Khanh Hoa, if you encounter problems related to health, transportation, food,... There are official information channels and hotlines to support tourists, to ensure the safest and most convenient travel experience. Specifically:

  • Khanh Hoa Provincial Police: 80 Tran Phu, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | 0694.401468

  • Khanh Hoa Tourism Information Portal: 61 Yersin, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | (0258) 3815174/3829357

  • Market Management Department of Khanh Hoa province: 7 Tran Van On, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | 0258 3811 459

  • Khanh Hoa Provincial General Hospital: 19 Yersin, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa | 0258 3822 175

In case of emergency, people can call the Tourist Support Center hotline 0947.528.000 and *2258 ensures to receive feedback from visitors 24/7. Or contact directly to 113 (Police), 114 (Fire Department) and 115 (Support rescue) for immediate assistance.