Dalat is not generally considered a 'must-see' during a Vietnam holiday despite the wealth of things to do and the temperate year-round climate. Easily accessible from both Saigon and Nha Trang, it is by no means 'out of the way' and for many this little mountain gem is the highlight of their Vietnam tour package.

How many days do you need in Dalat?

How many days in Dalat? I recommend spending at least three full days in Dalat. If you enjoy cafes and cool weather—and especially if you're at that point in your trip where you need to chill out for a bit—Dalat is a great place to relax.

Why we should visit Dalat?

Da Lat is popular due to its crisp mountain air, beautiful surrounding forests, and cool weather. Set amidst valleys, lakes, waterfalls on top of a 4,900 feet mountain. Dalat has all the ingredients for a lovely vacation. In the recent years, Dalat is one of the most popular of the Vietnam tourist attractions.

What is special about Dalat Vietnam?

Dalat is a cool mountain retreat in otherwise steamy Vietnam, with temperatures that flutter between 15C and 24C. A sizeable city located in the Central Highlands region, it offers the buzz of bars and markets as well as the adventure of surrounding rainforests, waterfalls and canyons.

Is Dalat a good place to live?

Surrounded by mountains, pine forests, lakes, and farmland, Da Lat is perfect for those who love outdoor exploration. The city is also an ideal place to live if you don't like hot and tropical climates or if you're not a big fan of living in a big city.

Why You Should Live Or Travel In Dalat Vietnam

Who discovered Da Lat in Vietnam?

Founded in the 19th century and named for the Da (now Cam Ly) River, which traverses the city, and the Lat population, it was developed by the French as a hill station (resort), summer capital, and centre of big-game hunting.

How do you get around Dalat?

1. Bicycle. Cycling is a great way of staying active while you're on holiday. ...
2. Bus. Travelling by bus is a cost-friendly way of exploring the sights outside Da Lat City Centre. ...
3. Taxi. Taxis are the most convenient way to travel between the airport and downtown Da Lat. ...
4. Car. ...
5. Motorcycle.

What is Dalat known for?

Da Lat is famous for its wide variety of flowers, vegetables and fruit from its surrounding farmlands as well as countless nature sites; its beautiful landscape, evergreen forests and minority villages.

How do I get to Dalat?

Travel by train/bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat (over Nha Trang) takes about 10-13 hours. Travel by bus/minivan from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat takes about 7-9 hours. Travel by private taxi/car from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat takes about 6 hours.

What does Da Lat mean in Vietnamese?

The name Dalat derived from the language of the first inhabitants, the ethnic group Lat. The river that used to cross the city was called Da Lach (da means “water”). The city was then called Dalat, meaning “the river of the Lat.”

Why is Dalat cold?

Thanks to the altitude of 1.475m above the sea level, so even belonging to tropical climate, Dalat weather is still cool and pleasant. The average annual temperature in Dalat is 17.8°C, highest in April (19.1°C), and lowest in December (15.7°C).

Who discovered Dalat?

Established by French colonialists (including noted bacteriologist Alexandre Yersin) in the 1890s, Dalat began life as an agricultural research station and later an Alpine-style retreat, replete with hotels, spas and boarding schools for the offspring of the ruling classes.

Is Da Lat expensive?

Is Da Lat an expensive city? ... The average accommodation cost in Da Lat range from: 16 USD (359,000 VND) in hostel to 37 USD (851,000 VND) in 3 star hotel. Price per night in a luxury hotel in Da Lat is about 58 USD (1,323,000 VND).

What is the best time to visit Dalat Vietnam?

Best Time to Come to Da Lat

The best time to visit Da Lat is between December and March when you can see its famous flower gardens in full bloom. Temperatures at this time of the year are ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, and walking.

Does it snow in Dalat Vietnam?

At the beginning of spring, the weather in Dalat has a quite low temperature, which is from 12 – 15 degrees Celsius. ... Some specific features of this season are cold weather, fog and snow flower fields. Although it's not as rainy as in previous months, January is still the coldest month in the year in Dalat.

Does Dalat have snow?

The snow paradise in Dalat is a blooming field of grass in the Vang Valley Resort. ... For many tourists, the field of beautiful white snow in the "city of flowers" is the "specialties" full of attractiveness during the winter.

What is the best area to stay in Dalat?

City Centre, the best area to stay in Da Lat

The town's city centre is the perfect area to stay for those looking for easy access to top touristic sights. The business district of Da Lat is quite small and urban, while the rest of the city centre is full of romantic character.

When was Da Lat founded?

Da Lat was formed in 1983 when Dr. Alexandre Yersin set foots on Lam Vien plateau and thanks to that, he had a very convincing idea when Paul Doumer, the governor general of French Indochina, looked for a high location to create a resort. Since then, Da Lat city was gradually formed and also had its ups and downs.

Does Da Lat have an airport?

Lien Khuong Airport (IATA: DLI, ICAO: VVDL) (Vietnamese: Cảng hàng không Liên Khương) is an international airport located in Đức Trọng District, about 30 km south of Da Lat, Lâm Đồng Province.

Is Hoi An worth visiting?

Is Hoi An worth a visit? Yes, I think definitely think it's worth a half day trip. It's probably the best of Central Vietnam, and utmost effort has been put in to make the experience touristy-friendly (so much so that throngs of tourists have descended upon the old town). ... From Hoi An, it will probably take 4+ hours.

Is there a train from Nha Trang to Da Lat?

You can travel from Nha Trang to Da Lat by bus, limousine, taxi/car or your own motorbike. There is no train from Nha Trang to Da Lat. Bus tickets to Da Lat are cheap and cost about $5-7/pp, travel by bus or minivan from Nha Trang to Da Lat takes about 4-5 hours.

What is there to do in Dalat at night?

• Dalat Night Market. Dalat Night Market is a fun place that attracts crowds of tourists at night. ...
• Dalat Gong Show (Cong Chieng Show) ...
• Yersin Art Street. ...
• Dalat Flower Gardens at Night. ...
• Truong Cong Dinh Street / Western Street. ...
• Café Dalat Nights. ...
• Lam Vien Square. ...
• Xuan Huong Lake.