Ultimate Guide to a Stress-Free Family Self-Guided Tour in Nha Trang
DAY1: 🛫Nha Trang – Tile BBQ 💣- Nha Trang Night Market
🔺Entry: You can breeze through without any need for tips in your passport.
🔺Currency Exchange: Start by exchanging for US dollars at home, then switch to Vietnamese Dong once you arrive. The airport rates aren’t the best; it’s a good idea to head to a gold shop for better rates!
Cash is king in Vietnam, so make sure to carry plenty.
🔺Transportation: Grab is your go-to for taxis.
🔸Tile BBQ: A letdown! Overpriced and underwhelming! Locals say it’s a tourist trap!
🔸Nha Trang Night Market: Not the largest, but the dried mango is a must-try. Don’t forget to haggle!
DAY2: Choose an independent island hopping day tour
👉Includes private car pick-up and drop-off at the hotel, a private boat, lunch, photography, a dedicated Chinese-speaking guide, and flexible time management.
🚤Route: Black Island – Fish Farm – Mini Island
🔸Black Island: Crystal-clear, jelly-like waters, perfect for snorkeling🏖.
Our guide expertly navigated us away from the crowds and took stunning photos throughout, highly recommended [PraiseR]
🔸Fish Farm: An intimate meal for just the three of us, with generous portions and the option to add more dishes [WowR]
🔸Mini Island: Glassy seas, ideal for relaxation and water sports 🏄🏻
After the trip, we dined at Hem Oc Quan🍻, which had a street food vibe.
The Vietnamese flavors were a bit challenging for me as a Cantonese, but still worth a try.
DAY3: I-Resort Mud Bath—Check-in Vinpearl Resort on Pearl Island
Breakfast was arranged at PHO HONG, a must-visit spot, truly delicious👍
🔸I-Resort Mud Bath: More than just a mud bath, with various hot spring pools ♨️
🔸Vinpearl Resort: Accessible by boat, complete with a private beach and free childcare 👀
DAY4: Pearl Island Amusement Park
A fantastic park that combines a water park, amusement rides, botanical gardens, zoo, ocean world, beach, castle light show, and parade performances, all with minimal crowds and maximum fun [PartyR]
DAY5: Mia Resort
A blissful day at the resort, with the beach right outside our door. We were invited to join family activities, making it my ideal perfect getaway👏👏
DAY6: SPA Experience—Leisurely stroll in the city
🔸Sen SPA: Finally, no more taking turns watching the kids [FacepalmR] This place offers a kids’ SPA (for those under 120cm), and the experience of the whole family enjoying a SPA together is incredible💆. The environment is clean and hygienic, with professional techniques.
It’s a treat for everyone!
After a leisurely walk, we had dinner at LAU BO BA TRIEU🐂, a well-known local restaurant with reasonable prices. Post-dinner, we shopped at WinMart🛒, where souvenirs are cheaper than at roadside supermarkets.
DAY7: Leisurely Stroll in the City – SPA – Night Market
🔸Cham Tower: Step into history at this thousand-year-old Hindu relic, often referred to as the “Little Angkor Wat.” The intricate carvings and ancient architecture will transport you back in time, offering a serene and mystical experience.
🔸Sen SPA: The little one was so enchanted by the spa that we decided to treat him to another session.
He ended up sleeping like a baby [LaughR], making it a perfect relaxation day for the whole family.
For dinner, we indulged at HAI SAN TUOI SONG, a must-try spot that left us savoring every bite 😋. It was, without a doubt, the highlight of our culinary journey.
DAY8: Return Flight 🛬
