Đà Lạt to Nha Trang: 2-Day Countryside Waterfalls & Khánh Lê Pass Coastal Descent

2 Days exploring rural Đà Lạt's cascading waterfalls, coffee farms, silk mills, and conquering the epic 30km Khánh Lê Pass descent through Bidoup National Park to Nha Trang's beaches.

Duration2 Days / 1 Night

Distance220 km

Elevation1,500m Alpine Plateau (Đà Lạt) → Bidoup National Park → Sea Level (Nha Trang Beach)

Price Per Rider$160 USD

Route Overview

Experience the definitive 2-day overland journey from the cool pine-scented highlands of Đà Lạt down to the tropical beaches of Nha Trang. Instead of rushing past the scenery, this 2-day tour gives you ample time to immerse yourself in rural highland life: exploring the thundering canyon of Elephant Waterfall, tasting authentic weasel coffee at artisan plantations, seeing silk woven by hand, and admiring the mosaic marvels of the Linh Phước Ceramic Pagoda. On Day 2, you'll tackle the world-renowned 30km Khánh Lê Pass through Bidoup-Núi Bà National Park, watching the mountains plunge into the turquoise South China Sea before arriving at your beachfront hotel in Nha Trang.

Key Highlights

✓Trúc Lâm Zen Monastery overlooking serene Tuyền Lâm Paradise Lake

✓Elephant Waterfall canyon cave scramble & 71m Giant Lady Buddha at Linh Ẩn Pagoda

✓Traditional silk loom weaving mill, rice wine cooking & weasel coffee tasting

✓Spectacular Linh Phước Ceramic Pagoda (Chùa Ve Chai) with 49m dragon

✓Indigenous K'Ho minority mountain village & heirloom Moka Bourbon coffee farms

✓Conquering the thrilling 30-kilometer descent down the epic Khánh Lê Mountain Pass

✓Cascading roadside waterfalls & cloud forest vistas inside Bidoup-Núi Bà National Park

✓Direct beachfront hotel or resort drop-off in sunny Nha Trang

Detailed Itinerary

2 Stops

Day 1

Đà Lạt Countryside Loop → Silk Factory, Weasel Coffee & Elephant Falls → Đức Trọng (110 km)

Depart Đà Lạt via serene pine trails to Trúc Lâm Zen Monastery overlooking Tuyền Lâm Paradise Lake. Explore hillside vegetable terraces and mushroom farms. Visit local Robusta coffee plantations and taste authentic highland weasel coffee. Scramble down the canyon gorge of Elephant Waterfall (Thác Voi) and stand before the colossal 71m Lady Buddha at Linh Ẩn Pagoda. Tour a traditional silk-worm raising and loom weaving factory before enjoying a local family dinner and overnight stay in the countryside valley of Đức Trọng.

💡 Insider Tip: Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip for descending the rock path into Elephant Waterfall cave.

Day 2

Đức Trọng → Linh Phước Ceramic Pagoda → Moka Coffee → 30km Khánh Lê Pass → Nha Trang (110 km)

Visit the mind-boggling Linh Phước Pagoda (Chùa Ve Chai), intricately adorned with millions of colorful porcelain and glass shards with a 49m dragon. Ride past hillside flower greenhouses, vegetable terraces, and heritage Moka Bourbon coffee estates. Enter Bidoup-Núi Bà National Park for the thrilling 30-kilometer descent down Khánh Lê Pass (Khánh Vĩnh), carving past plunging waterfalls as the scenery transforms from alpine pine forests to tropical rainforest, before arriving directly on the golden sands of Nha Trang Beach.

💡 Insider Tip: Keep your camera ready during the Khánh Lê Pass descent — roadside waterfalls offer unbeatable photo stops.

What's Included

✔Dedicated veteran English/French-speaking Easy Rider guide
✔Japanese motorbike (Honda/Yamaha), fuel, and maintenance
✔1 night private en-suite hotel / countryside lodge accommodation
✔All meals: 2 hearty lunches, 1 breakfast, and 1 local family dinner
✔All entrance tickets to Elephant Waterfall, Linh Phước Pagoda, Trúc Lâm Zen, and silk factories
✔High-grade 3/4 or full-face helmets, protective riding armor & rain gear
✔Secure rear luggage rack transport with waterproof protective covers
✔Hotel pickup in Đà Lạt & beachfront hotel drop-off in Nha Trang

What's Excluded

✖Personal bar drinks, alcoholic beverages & personal souvenirs
✖Travel personal medical insurance (recommended)
✖Gratuities for guide (discretionary)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this 2-day tour suitable for beginners riding pillion?

Yes! Over 80% of our guests ride pillion (passenger behind our veteran guide). Our motorcycles have comfortable padded passenger seats with backrests, allowing you to relax, take photos, and absorb the journey without any stress.

How does luggage work over the 2 days?

Your main backpacks or suitcases are wrapped in heavy-duty waterproof covers and strapped securely to the sturdy rear steel racks of our motorcycles. You can also carry a small daypack with you for camera, sunscreen, and water.

Can this tour also be done in reverse (Nha Trang to Đà Lạt)?

Yes! We run this exact 2-day tour in both directions (Đà Lạt → Nha Trang OR Nha Trang → Đà Lạt) throughout the entire year.