Tour-ID: VND5-BMT
$599

5 Days Vietnam Coffee Culture Discovery: Ho Chi Minh – Buon Ma Thuot

Discover the rich world of Vietnamese coffee right at its source!
This unique 5-day journey takes you from the vibrant streets of Saigon to the lush highlands of Buon Ma Thuot – Vietnam’s coffee capital. Experience the entire coffee journey “from bean to cup” as you visit coffee plantations, participate in hands-on workshops, explore the World Coffee Museum, and enjoy authentic local cuisine.
Meet local farmers, discover ethnic highland culture, and taste some of the best Robusta and Arabica in Asia.
Perfect for coffee enthusiasts and travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences.

Highlights:

  • Visit renowned coffee villages and plantations

  • Join a farm-to-cup workshop with local experts

  • Explore the World Coffee Museum & Trung Nguyen Coffee Village

  • Taste traditional coffee in both modern and local settings

  • Discover Buon Don ethnic village and the natural beauty of the Central Highlands

  • Seamless services for inbound travelers: airport pick-up, guided tours, domestic flights, and more!

What`s included?

Itinerary

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh (Arrival) - Buon Ma Thuot

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh. We welcome and transfer you to hotel.

Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city, Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Ben Thanh Market on your own.

After that, we transfer you to airport for flight to Buon Ma Thuot. Once arrived in Buon Ma Thuot airport, you’ll be taken to the hotel for your stay.

Meal: N/A

Overnight in Buon Ma Thuot

Day 2: Buon Ma Thuot - Coffee Farm Experience & Dray Nur Waterfall

Morning breakfast at hotel.

The vehicle and guide will pick up the guests at the hotel. The group departs for sightseeing:

  • Buôn Ako Dhong; also known as “The Inner Village” by the Ê Đê ethnic people. Guests can freely explore and enjoy coffee at the Arui, Akodhong Coffee Shops (expenses are self-funded).
  • Coffee World Museum: Guests can check in at the museum’s exterior. If you wish to enter, please pay the entrance fee independently.

Lunch: Return to the restaurant for lunch.

Afternoon: The group departs for sightseeing:

  • Elephant Rock Mountain: Also known as Mother Elephant Rock, and Yang Tao Elephant Rock Mountain. Guests can conquer the highest point on the mountain.
  • Lăk Lake Tourist Area: Guests can stroll and learn about the culture in Buôn Jun, Buôn Lê, or experience elephant riding on Lăk Lake, or a unique wooden boat ride to admire the entire Lăk Lake scenery (Elephant riding and wooden boat fees are self-funded). Alternatively, guests can experience a tractor ride around Buôn Làng (a new service at Lăk Lake Tourist Area, expenses are self-funded).

Evening: Return to Buôn Ma Thuột for dinner. Then return to the hotel to rest. Guests can freely explore the Coffee Capital at night.

Meal: B,L,D

Overnight in Buon Ma Thuot.

Day 3: Buon Ma Thuot - Buon Don Village & Ethnic Culture Discovery

Morning: Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The group departs for sightseeing:

* Trung Nguyên Coffee Village: Visit the long house, the waterfall, and enjoy coffee at your own expense.
* Dray Nur Waterfall: One of the most majestic waterfalls in the Central Highlands, affectionately known as the “Wife Waterfall.” (If visiting in November or December, guests can also admire the golden glow of the wildflowers along the roadside – a distinctive flower of the Central Highlands.)

Lunch: Return to the restaurant for lunch and rest.

Afternoon: The group departs for sightseeing:

* Buôn Đôn Tourist Area: Guests will hear the guide introduce the Elephant Hunter’s Tomb, followed by a visit to the ancient house, the hanging bridge, and a stroll around the village to explore and learn about the local culture. Here, guests can also participate in the “FRIENDLY WITH ELEPHANTS – PROTECT ELEPHANTS – CARE FOR ELEPHANTS” experience program (expenses are self-funded).
* Sắc Tứ Khải Đoan Temple: The last temple to be awarded the title of “Sắc Tứ” and the largest temple in Đăk Lăk.

Evening: Free time after dinner.

Meal: B,L,D

Overnight in Buon Ma Thuot.

Day 4: Buon Ma Thuot - Discovering Buon Ma Thuot - Buon Kotam tourist area - Ho Chi Minh

Morning: Check out of the hotel, enjoy a buffet breakfast, and then the group departs for Gia Lai. Along the way, visit:

* Song Tượng Thịnh Vượng Check-in Point: A new symbol of Buôn Ma Thuột City and the largest pair of elephant statues in Vietnam.
* Central Highlands Museum: Explore ancient artifacts and farming tools from the past of the Đăk Lăk people and see a recreated reenactment of the historical victory of Buôn Ma Thuột.

Lunch: Return to the restaurant for lunch and rest.

Afternoon: The group departs for sightseeing:

* Buôn Kotam Community Cultural Tourist Area: The largest eco-tourism area, embodying the spirit of the Central Highlands. Guests can explore and take photos freely.
* Continue to a shopping area for Central Highlands specialties.

Evening: The vehicle takes the group back to the airport.

After that, we transfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh. Once arrived in Ho Chi Minh airport, you’ll be taken to the hotel for your stay.

Meal: B,L

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh 

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City (Departure)

Enjoy breakfast at hotel.

Spend your leisure time in the city until we transfer you to the airport for departure flight.

Meal: B

Overnight: N/A

Inclusion

  • Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
  • English/Chinese-speaking online support (LINE/WhatsApp)
  • Transfer as per itinerary
  • Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • Hotel & accommodation

Exclusion

  • Drinks
  • Other service not mentioned
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Visa & SIM Card

DESTINATION

Destinations:

Ho Chi Minh City | Ban Me Thuot

TRAVELING

Style:

Coffee Experience | Cultural Discovery | Adventure | Workshop | Farm Stay

Theme:

Coffee | Culture | Highlands | Experience | Local Food