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Vietnam is not only famous for familiar destinations like Hanoi, Da Nang, or Phu Quoc, but also hides countless lesser-known tourist spots where pristine nature blends with unique culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you are looking for an authentic experience, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, then Cao Bang, Quy Nhon, Dak Lak, Mai Chau, Chau Doc, and Can Gio are perfect choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Especially, exploring these places will be easier than ever with the support of redBus<\/a>. Let’s plan your trip now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discovering Each Little-Known Tourist Destination – <\/strong>done<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Below is an itinerary for exploring 6 lesser-known destinations in Vietnam, along with route information and how to book bus tickets through redBus to help you plan your trip easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Cao Bang \u2013 The Endless Beauty of the Mountainous Region<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nestled amidst the mountains and forests of Northeast Vietnam, Cao Bang is a place where nature blends with culture, offering a sense of peace and intimacy. Majestic waterfalls, mysterious caves, and the unique cultural identity of the Tay and Nung ethnic groups make it an ideal destination for nature lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A magical sunset moment at <\/em>Ban Gioc Waterfall<\/em><\/a>, Cao Bang<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you arrive here, don’t forget to explore the Quay Son Gorge next to Ban Gioc Waterfall, where the pristine waterfall cascades down the mountainside, resembling a beautiful ink painting. Besides that, don’t forget to visit Pac Bo Cave and Lenin Stream, where every rock and stream tells a story of heroic history. Finally, try wandering through Khuoi Ky stone village, with its unique and proud stone stilt houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience<\/strong>: Immerse yourself in traditional festivals, enjoy hot steamed rice rolls and fragrant sticky rice with persimmons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting there<\/strong>: The Hanoi \u2013 Cao Bang route is 280km long (approximately 6-7 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Book your tickets<\/strong>: Prices start from only 200,000 VND.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Book your Hanoi to Cao Bang bus tickets here<\/a>. Don’t forget to use the code DAUTIEN<\/strong> to get up to 30% off and book your tickets early, especially during the holiday season, to choose a convenient pick-up point in Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Quy Nhon \u2013 Peaceful haven in the heart of the sea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Quy Nhon is the perfect destination for those who love the sea and yearn to explore ancient Cham culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Eo Gi\u00f3: A must-visit destination when visiting Quy Nhon<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This area boasts Ky Co Beach and Eo Gi\u00f3 with its turquoise waters and majestic cliffs. Additionally, you can visit Nhon Ly fishing village to experience the peaceful life of fishermen and enjoy fresh seafood such as the famous king crab. Furthermore, don’t miss Banh It Tower \u2013 a peaceful Cham relic preserving unique cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experiences<\/strong>: Swimming, snorkeling at Ky Co, checking in at Eo Gi\u00f3, and learning about the history of the Cham tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting there<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ho Chi Minh City \u2013 Quy Nhon (650km, 12-13 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Da Lat \u2013 Quy Nhon (300km, 6 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Book your tickets: Prices start from only 550,000 VND.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Book your bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon here<\/strong><\/a>. Use code DAUTIEN <\/strong>to get up to 40% off, and prioritize night bus tickets to save time and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Dak Lak \u2013 The Rich Soul of the Central Highlands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fertile highland region of Dak Lak is where vast primeval forests blend with the rich and distinctive culture of the Ede people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dray Nur Waterfall boasts a wild and majestic beauty cascading down the Serepok River.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here, you’ll be overwhelmed by the majestic yet unspoiled beauty of Dray Nur and Dray Sap Waterfalls. Next, visit Trung Nguyen Coffee Village to enjoy the rich flavor of Ban Me coffee. Especially in Buon Don, the experience of riding elephants, visiting traditional longhouses, and listening to the resounding gongs echoing through the mountains will create unforgettable memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experiences<\/strong>: Elephant riding, exploring longhouses, listening to gongs, and enjoying grilled chicken and sticky rice cooked in bamboo tubes,…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transportation<\/strong>: Saigon \u2013 Buon Ma Thuot (350km, 7-8 hours)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking<\/strong>: Ticket prices range from 200,000 – 400,000 VND with reputable bus companies such as Thanh Truc, Kim Lien,…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Book bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City\/Quy Nhon to Buon Ma Thuot here<\/strong><\/a>. And don’t forget to check “redDeals” for attractive deals!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Mai Chau \u2013 A peaceful valley amidst the mountains and forests<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located in the heart of Hoa Binh province, the lush green Mai Chau valley is an ideal retreat to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Peaceful and bustling at the small market of B\u1ea3n L\u00e1c, Mai Ch\u00e2u Town.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

B\u1ea3n L\u00e1c and B\u1ea3n Pom Co\u1ecdng welcome you with traditional stilt houses of the Thai people. Afterwards, don’t forget to stop at Thung Khe Pass to admire the gently drifting clouds or explore the mysterious Chi\u1ec1u Cave… Here, you can stay at a homestay, enjoy sticky rice cooked in bamboo tubes with grilled chicken, and join the locals in the lively bamboo dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience<\/strong>: Cycling around the villages, sleeping in a stilt house, eating local specialties, and watching the bamboo dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transportation<\/strong>: Hanoi \u2013 Mai Ch\u00e2u (140km, 3.5 – 4 hours travel time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking tickets<\/strong>: Prices range from 150,000 – 250,000 VND (seated bus or limousine)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Book your Hanoi to Mai Chau bus tickets here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Chau Doc \u2013 A land of diverse spirituality and culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When visiting the Mekong Delta, don’t forget to stop by Chau Doc \u2013 a unique cultural melting pot of the Kinh, Cham, and Khmer people along the Mekong River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best experience here is taking a boat ride through the Tra Su Melaleuca forest, watching flocks of birds fill the sky. Besides that, you can visit the Chau Giang Cham village with its impressive Islamic mosque architecture. Furthermore, Mount Cam offers a tranquil atmosphere and majestic scenery. And of course, don’t forget to try the famous sweet palm sugar rice cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chau Doc appears like a beautiful painting from above.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience<\/strong>: Take a boat trip through the Tra Su mangrove forest, visit the floating village, visit Mount Cam, and enjoy fish noodle soup and palm sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transportation<\/strong>: The journey from Saigon to Chau Doc takes approximately 5-6 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking<\/strong>: Ticket prices range from 200,000 to 350,000 VND.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Book your bus ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Chau Doc here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Can Gio \u2013 A biosphere reserve near Saigon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located only about 50km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Gio is known as a world biosphere reserve<\/a>. With a rich mangrove ecosystem and rare pristine beauty, Can Gio offer a wonderful nature experience with outstanding locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A lush green corner in the Can Gio mangrove forest<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here, Monkey Island opens up a world of playful wildlife. In addition, the Vam Sat mangrove forest invites you to float along on a boat and breathe in the fresh air. Finally, you can relax at the peaceful 30\/4 Beach and enjoy fresh seafood at Hang Duong Market,…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experiences<\/strong>: Visit Monkey Island, take a canoe ride through the Vam Sat forest, swim at 30\/4 Beach, and enjoy seafood,…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting there<\/strong>: Only 1.5 – 2 hours from Saigon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking<\/strong>: Extremely affordable bus tickets from only 50,000 – 100,000 VND<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Book your bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Can Gio here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tourist destination<\/strong><\/td>Main route<\/strong><\/td>Bus operator<\/strong><\/td>Reference price<\/strong><\/td>Pickup\/ Drop-off points & Travel notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Cao Bang<\/strong><\/td>Ha Noi \u21c4 Cao Bang<\/td>Hiep Giang, Thien Van Limousine, Thanh Ly,..<\/td>350.000 \u2013 450.000\u0111<\/td>Pick-up:<\/strong> My Dinh Bus Station, Gia Lam, Ba Dinh District, etc.
Drop-off<\/strong>: Cao Bang Office, central transfer point, etc.<\/td><\/tr>
Quy Nhon<\/strong><\/td>TPHCM \u21c4 Quy Nhon|
Da Lat \u21c4 Quy Nhon<\/td>		Tai Phat, Trong Thuy Limousine<\/td>450.000 \u2013 550.000\u0111<\/td>Pick-up:<\/strong> AEON Mall Binh Duong, An Suong Bus Station, District 10,\u2026
Drop-off: <\/strong>Big C Quy Nhon
An Nhon Bus Station
Phu Cat Bus Station,\u2026.<\/td><\/tr>
Dak Lak<\/strong><\/td>TPHCM \u21c4 Buon Ma Thuot<\/td>Phuong Trang, Cuong Ni, Loan Sang,..<\/td>280.000 \u2013 350.000\u0111<\/td>Pick-up:<\/strong> New Eastern Bus Station,
An Suong Bus Station,
Western Bus Station,\u2026
Drop-off: <\/strong>Buon Ho
Cu Ne, Nam Dan
Bridge 14,\u2026<\/td><\/tr>
Mai Ch\u00e2u<\/strong><\/td>Ha Noi \u21c4 Mai Chau<\/td>Anh Dung, Manh Kien, Nhat An Limousine,..<\/td>250.000\u0111<\/td>Pick-up locations: <\/strong>Hai Ba Trung District, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi office, etc.<\/td><\/tr>
Chau Doc<\/strong><\/td>TP.HCM \u21c4 Chau Doc<\/td>Phuong <\/td>190.000\u0111<\/td>Pick-up:<\/strong>
New Eastern Bus Station,
An Suong Bus Station,
Western Bus Station,\u2026
Drop-off: <\/strong>Chau Doc,
Long Xuyen Bus Station, Oc Eo,\u2026<\/td><\/tr>
Can Gio<\/strong><\/td>TP.HCM \u21c4 Can Gio<\/td>Thanh Phuc Limousine<\/td>95.000\u0111<\/td>Pickup:<\/strong> 109 Nguyen Cu Trinh, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Drop-off<\/strong>: 205 Duy Hai, Can Thanh Town, Can Gio District, Ho Chi Minh City<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Convenient travel with redBus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Exploring these destinations has never been easier with redBus. With just a few simple steps on redBus.vn, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n