--- title: "Central Vietnam Highland Discovery: Buon Ma Thuot, Pleiku, Kon Tum in 7 Days" id: "2058" type: "tour" slug: "central-vietnam-mountainous-landscape-discovery" published_at: "2018-03-07T07:05:43+00:00" modified_at: "2025-04-30T10:30:26+00:00" url: "https://www.vietnamparadisetravel.com/tour/central-vietnam-mountainous-landscape-discovery" markdown_url: "https://www.vietnamparadisetravel.com/tour/central-vietnam-mountainous-landscape-discovery.md" excerpt: "Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Vietnam’s rugged heart with this 7-day Vietnam Central Highlands tour, spanning from vibrant Ho Chi Minh..." taxonomy_category: - "Central Vietnam Holidays" - "Vietnam Tours" taxonomy_destination: - "Ho Chi Minh City" - "Vietnam" --- # Central Vietnam Highland Discovery: Buon Ma Thuot, Pleiku, Kon Tum in 7 Days 10.01 Reviews - Excellent Duration: 7 Days/ 6 Nights Chi Minh City > Buon Ma Thuot, Lak Lake > Pleiku > Kontum ![Central Vietnam Highland Discovery: Buon Ma Thuot, Pleiku, Kon Tum in 7 Days](https://vpt-en.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/v/51/vietnam-central-cover-1.jpg) [https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g293924-d8647177-Reviews-Paradise_Travel-Hanoi.html](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g293924-d8647177-Reviews-Paradise_Travel-Hanoi.html) From US$643 pp Book Now --- Duration 7 Days/ 6 Nights Departure Sai Gon From US$643 pp Inquire Now ## Overview Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Vietnam’s rugged heart with this **7-day Vietnam Central Highlands tour**, spanning from vibrant **Ho Chi Minh City** to the remote beauty of **Buon Ma Thuot**, **Lak Lake**, **Pleiku**, and **Kontum**. This itinerary is designed for travelers eager to explore the country’s lesser-known highland gems, rich in ethnic culture and natural wonders. After a brief stay in **Ho Chi Minh City**, the gateway to the south, journey north to **Buon Ma Thuot**, the capital of Vietnam’s coffee region. Here, the aroma of freshly roasted beans mingles with the earthy scent of the surrounding forests and waterfalls. A peaceful boat ride on the serene **Lak Lake**, home to the **M’Nong ethnic group**, reveals traditional longhouses and the rhythms of highland life. Continue your discovery through the misty plateaus of **Pleiku**, where volcanic lakes and hill tribe villages await, then onward to **Kontum**, a spiritual and historical frontier. Visit age-old wooden churches, colonial-era architecture, and communities of the **Bahnar and Jarai people**, gaining deep insight into Vietnam’s diverse cultural tapestry. This **mountainous landscape discovery tour** invites you to witness a Vietnam far from the beaten path—quiet, authentic, and beautifully raw. Show more ## Tour Highlights - **Ho Chi Minh City**Vietnam’s largest metropolis blends French colonial architecture, war history, and modern dynamism. Explore landmarks like the **Notre-Dame Cathedral**, **War Remnants Museum**, and bustling **Ben Thanh Market**. Sample world-famous street food and enjoy vibrant nightlife in this city that never slows down. - **Buon Ma Thuot & Lak Lake** Famed as Vietnam’s **coffee capital**, Buon Ma Thuot offers a mix of waterfalls, ethnic minority villages, and rich traditions. Visit the **Ethnographic Museum** or explore **Dray Nur Waterfall**. Nearby **Lak Lake** enchants with canoe rides, elephant encounters (limited and regulated), and stilt houses of the **M’Nong people**. - **Pleiku** Nestled in Vietnam’s central highlands, **Pleiku** is known for its **volcanic lakes**, scenic plateaus, and quiet villages. **T’Nung Lake** (Sea Lake) is a serene crater lake offering picturesque views. Visit tea and coffee plantations or delve into the culture of local hill tribes, such as the **Jarai and Bahnar**. - **Kon Tum** **Kon Tum** invites travelers to experience deep cultural roots in Vietnam’s highlands. Discover the **Wooden Church**, **Kon Klor Suspension Bridge**, and traditional **communal Rong houses**. The area is home to several ethnic minority communities and offers a peaceful setting surrounded by mountains and river valleys. Show more ## Detailed Itinerary [Expand all] ### [DAY 1: Saigon - Chi Minh City - Arrival](#itinerary1) Dinner As you arrived at Ho Chi Minh city, you will be transferred to your hotel. You could choose to have a city tour for free or you could be at your leisure. Optional: Enjoy new world famous **TEH DAR or THE MIST** show at Saigon Opera House Have welcome dinner and overnight stay at your hotel. Saigon River ### [DAY 2: Ho Chi Minh City - Buon Ma Thuot](#itinerary2) Breakfast & Lunch After having breakfast at hotel, we visit the city with Re-Unification Palace, Opera House Complex and have lunch before taking afternoon flight to Buon Me Thuot Pick up at airport for checking in and relax Saigon – Notre Dame Cathedral ### [DAY 3: Buon Ma Thuot - Lak Lake](#itinerary3) Breakfast & Lunch Breakfast at your hotel then depart to Lak Lake. On the way, you will visit ethnic villagers including Hmong, Ede, and visit coffee and pepper plantations. After lunch, you will take an elephant ride to cross Lak Lake and then return by the dugout. Free dinner and overnight in a hotel by the lake. Lak Lake ### [DAY 4: Lak Lake - Buon Ma Thuot](#itinerary4) Breakfast & Lunch On our leaving for Buon ma Thuot, we will make some stops to take pictures of landscape. Lunch at a local restaurant in Buon Ma Thuot. In the afternoon, you will visit Akothon village. Free dinner and overnight in Buon Ma Thuot. Buon Ma Thuot ### [DAY 5: Buon Ma Thuot - Pleiku](#itinerary5) Breakfast & Lunch Breakfast at your hotel. Departure to Pleiku. Arrived around noon, check in to your hotel and rest. After lunch, you will visit Lake ‘Bien Ho’, Minh Thanh Pagoda, and Central Market. Free dinner and overnight in Pleiku. A Corner Of Pleiku ### [DAY 6: Pleiku - Kontum](#itinerary6) Breakfast & Lunch Breakfast at your hotel. Morning departure to Kontum. You will visit a wooden church in the city and an orphanage. Lunch at a local restaurant in Kon Tum. In the afternoon, you will visit the village of Bana ethnic in the neighborhood and the famous Rong Communal House. Free dinner and overnight in Kontum. Kontum Wooden Church ### [DAY 7: Kontum - Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City](#itinerary7) Breakfast Breakfast at your hotel. Up to your schedule, you will be transferred to Pleiku Airport for the flight back to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Sai Gon – Ho Chi Minh City ## Prices Prices are in **USD**, per person. *This tour can be customized to fit your own demands.* | Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | 7~8 guests | 9~12 guests | Single surcharge | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 3 Star | 1,049 | 869 | 746 | 676 | 643 | 123 | | 4 Star | 1,122 | 942 | 819 | 749 | 715 | 188 | | 5 Star | 1,343 | 1,163 | 1,039 | 968 | 933 | 375 | #### What's included - Accommodations (Hotels, resorts or homestays as mentioned in program) - Meals as indicated in the program (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner) - Airport and land transfers - Flight tickets: Saigon – Buon Ma Thuot - Tour guides (English speaking or other languages upon request) - Entrance fees as per itinerary #### What's excluded: - Visa/ passport - International flight to and/ or from our countries - Travel Insurances - Meals/ drinks not mentioned in program - Peak season surcharges (if any) - Tips, laundry and gratuities - Other personal expenses #### Cancellation by Customer Please note that some services such as **flights, hotels and other bookings may have cancellation fees** once they have been confirmed and paid. Any applicable supplier cancellation fees will be charged to the traveler. The following are the **maximum cancellation fees** that may apply: - **After booking confirmation:** Any applicable cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers. - **11–20 days before arrival:** Up to 20% of the total tour price, plus any applicable cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers. - **3–10 days before arrival:** Up to 30% of the total tour price, plus any services already used or any applicable cancellation fees or penalties charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers. - **Less than 3 days before arrival, during the tour, or in case of no-show:** Up to 100% of the total tour price, limited to 10% management fee and the actual costs incurred, including services already used and any applicable cancellation fees or penalties charged by airlines, hotels, or other suppliers **Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel or change your trip. We will always do our best to minimize any cancellation costs where possible.** #### Children Policy - **Children under 5 years old:** Travel **free of charge** when sharing a room and meals with a full-paying adult. Any applicable **airfare, entrance fees or additional expenses** will be charged separately. - **Children aged 5 to under 11:** Pay **50% of the adult rate** when sharing a room and services with a full-paying adult. - **Children aged 11 and above:** Pay the **full adult rate**. **Please note:** The child rates apply when children share a room and services with a full-paying adult. **Additional charges may apply** for extra beds, private rooms, special meals or other services requested for children. Child rates may also vary depending on the specific tour, hotel policy and services included. PT-2058From **USD 643** per person Book Now - Competitive Local Rates - Local Travel Expertise - Simple Booking Process - Flexible Booking Support - Tailor-Made by Local Experts Add to wishlist ## Customer reviews 10.0 Excellent1 Reviews Itinerary 10.0 Food/Drink 10.0 Activity 10.0 Tour guide 10.0 Accomodations 10.0 Pryor LaboissonnièreFrance November 18, 2018 10.0What a trip it was!Paradise Travel was excellent! They made our time in Hanoi fun, easy and unforgettable! It was nice to have wonderful guides with us for the whole time in Vietnam to tell us about the history of the cities and tips for our visit. Paradise Travel was super helpful and informative and made the trip every enjoyable! --- #### We are here to make your trip Happy & Easy! Are you interested in this tour or would you like to customize your own trip? Call our local experts: [+84 98 939 1076](tel:+84989391076) Start to Customize Your Trip ## Customers who viewed this also viewed... 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