Dalat Countryside’s & 3 waterfalls Group Tour

Waterfalls are only half the story. This Da Lat day trip pairs Pongour and Elephant Falls with flower farms, coffee, silk, rice wine, and a cricket farm, giving you a useful look at how the countryside works beyond the city. I especially like the mix of nature and working farms, plus the small maximum of 12 people. The main drawback is its packed schedule, and some stops will interest you more than others.

At $21.02 per person, the tour offers strong value if you want to see a wide stretch of rural Da Lat without arranging several separate rides. I also like that an English-speaking guide, an air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees, and taxes are included. You should still budget for lunch, drinks, the optional Datanla entrance, and the alpine coaster.

Key things to know before you book

• Three main waterfalls: Pongour Falls and Elephant Waterfall are included, while Datanla is optional and costs extra.
• A working countryside route: The day passes through Ta Nung, Nam Ban, Duc Trong, and the rural edges of Da Lat.
• Small-group format: The vehicle carries no more than 12 people, a useful limit for a long day on the road.
• More than scenery: Silk production, cricket farming, rice wine, coffee, and weasel coffee give the tour local substance.
• Guide quality matters: Guides named in the feedback include Tom, Alex, Cloe, Tai, Andy, and Porcupie, with English ability praised often.
• Plan for a full day: The official duration is six to eight hours, though some departures have lasted from about 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Why this Da Lat countryside tour is worth considering

Da Lat is easy to enjoy from its central cafés and flower gardens, but the city makes more sense once you see the farms and small industries around it. This tour takes you west and south through Ta Nung, Nam Ban, Duc Trong, and nearby countryside, linking several sights into one long loop.

I like the way the day combines big natural sights with ordinary work. You are not simply driven from one viewpoint to another. You see flowers and vegetables, coffee plants, silk production, food insects, rice wine, and a pagoda beside a waterfall.

The group size helps. With a maximum of 12 people, you should have a better chance of hearing the guide and getting help during the stops than on a large coach outing. The pace remains active, though, so this suits you best if you enjoy changing scenes throughout the day.

The tour is led by Vietnam Easy Riders, Rew Rew Adventures. Guide quality can shape the experience. Tom is repeatedly praised for humor and clear English, while Alex is described as friendly, helpful, and good at explaining the area. Cloe, Tai, Andy, and Porcupie also receive warm comments. The specific guide is not guaranteed, so treat those names as examples of the company’s guiding team rather than a promise.

Starting near Da Lat and reaching Datanla

The scheduled start is 8:00 a.m., with hotel pickup offered. Actual pickup times can vary. One departure began around 8:30 a.m., and another account described a later pickup, so keep some flexibility in your morning and confirm the meeting details carefully.

Datanla Waterfall is listed as an optional first stop. It sits about 5 kilometers south of central Da Lat, in the Prenn Pass area. The attraction offers an alpine coaster, which gives the visit a more amusement-park feel than the other waterfalls.

The Datanla entrance ticket is not included. The alpine coaster also costs extra, so decide before you arrive if you want to add it. If you are mainly joining for rural scenery and waterfalls, you can ask how much time will be spent here before paying for an optional activity.

This stop can be useful for people who want a quick waterfall visit close to Da Lat. It can also make an already full day feel tighter, especially since the route continues to more distant falls.

Pongour Falls, the scenic centerpiece

Pongour Falls is described as one of the finest waterfalls in southern Vietnam, and the tour gives you about an hour here. Entrance is included, so there is no surprise admission charge at this stop.

The value of the visit is not just the falling water. The drive out through the countryside is part of the experience, with rural views replacing Da Lat’s cooler city streets. An hour gives you time to look around and take photographs without turning the stop into a rushed roadside pause.

You should keep expectations sensible. This is a group itinerary, not a private photography outing. The guide needs to keep the schedule moving, and the exact amount of free time can depend on traffic and the pace of the group.

Still, Pongour is one of the stronger reasons to book. If you want the main natural highlights without hiring a private car, this stop provides a solid return for the ticket price.

Elephant Waterfall and Linh An Pagoda

Elephant Waterfall, or Thac Voi, is about 25 kilometers from Da Lat on the Cam Ly River. The visit lasts around an hour, and admission is included.

This waterfall is paired with Linh An Pagoda, making the stop more than a nature visit. The pagoda was built in 1993 and sits with pine trees behind it and Elephant Falls in front. Long stone dragons line the steps, and the site includes bonsai gardens and a large Lady Buddha image.

I like this pairing because it gives the day a cultural pause. You can see how a religious site and a natural attraction occupy the same setting, rather than treating the waterfall as an isolated photo stop.

The area may feel busy with activity, depending on the day, and an hour is not a long time for both the waterfall and pagoda. If religious sites matter to you, listen closely to the guide and leave enough time for the pagoda instead of spending the whole stop at the falls.

Nam Ban silk production, explained step by step

Nam Ban is home to the silk factory stop. Here you see how silk is produced in the traditional way, from the treatment of silkworm cocoons through the stages that turn them into usable silk.

This is one of the tour’s more useful stops because it shows a process that is often hidden behind a finished souvenir. The work is complex and hands-on. Seeing it in person helps you understand why silk production takes time and care.

The visit lasts about an hour and admission is free. It is not a shopping-free guarantee, so if you are concerned about buying products, set your own limits. The point of the stop is the production process, and you can gain plenty from watching and asking questions even if you do not purchase anything.

Some people will find the factory more interesting than the coffee stop. Others may prefer the waterfalls. That difference is important: the tour works best when you want a broad introduction to rural life, not a day devoted to one theme.

Cricket farming and Vietnamese rice wine

At Thien An Cricket Farm, the guide shows how crickets are raised as food. You also see a rice wine demonstration, with the local drink sometimes referred to as happy water.

This stop brings you close to two food traditions that may be unfamiliar. The cricket farm explains the practical side of raising insects for eating, while the rice wine demonstration shows another small-scale rural product.

You may be offered the chance to try crickets. One Spanish-speaking visitor enjoyed them, describing them as surprisingly tasty, but tasting is a personal choice. If you have dietary concerns or simply do not want to sample insects, you can watch the process without treating the tasting as the main event.

The rice wine segment is also a demonstration rather than a full tasting program in the details provided. Drink responsibly, especially since you still have more driving and stops ahead.

Coffee plants and the Me Linh farm

The Me Linh stop covers a coffee plantation and a weasel coffee farm. You learn about coffee growing and the special production method associated with weasel coffee.

Coffee is central to the Da Lat countryside, so this visit gives useful context to the cups you may order in town. The plantation setting also helps connect the agricultural scenery seen from the vehicle with the finished drink served in cafés.

The stop is free, but drinks or products may not be included. Ask the guide what is covered before ordering. The coffee section is informative, though not everyone will find it as memorable as the waterfalls or silk factory.

This is also where the tour’s variety can become a weakness. One person may love the coffee and farm visits, while another may see them as extra stops between the main falls. You should book with the understanding that the day includes working farms, not just scenic attractions.

Lunch, transport, and the practical rhythm

Lunch is not included. You cover your own meal and drinks, and one group arranged lunch in advance during the day. Ask the guide early about the lunch plan, especially if you have dietary needs or want time for a proper meal.

The air-conditioned vehicle is included, which matters on a route covering several parts of the countryside. The tour lasts roughly six to eight hours, but the actual day can run longer depending on pickup arrangements, traffic, and the number of stops.

The itinerary lists about an hour at each main stop. That sounds generous, but seven listed stops create a busy schedule. Datanla is optional, and the three-waterfall wording needs a little care: the main included falls are Pongour and Elephant, while Datanla is optional. The listing also refers to multiple waterfalls, so confirm the exact waterfall sequence when you book.

Pickup is offered, but accommodation location matters. One unhappy experience involved a hotel well outside central Da Lat and confusion over the drop-off point. The operator explained that distant accommodation may not qualify for ordinary city pickup and drop-off. Before booking, give the provider your exact hotel and confirm both ends of the ride in writing.

The guides can make a long day better

The strongest praise centers on the guides. Tom is described as funny and easy to understand. Alex is praised for clear English, useful explanations, and a friendly manner. One Spanish-speaking pair appreciated that Alex used a phone to translate material they did not understand.

Andy is described as expressive and well informed, while Porcupie is praised for being warm and attentive and for speaking English and Chinese. Tai also receives positive comments. These details matter because much of the value comes from explanation during the drives and farm visits, not only from looking at waterfalls.

Guide assignments can change, so do not book solely to secure one person. Instead, look for a guide who can explain the farming and cultural stops clearly. If you need translation support, tell the company in advance.

The driver also deserves consideration on a long route. The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle, but the supplied details do not identify the vehicle type or seating arrangement. If you need extra space, contact the provider before paying.

Price, group size, and overall value

At $21.02 per person, this is inexpensive for a full countryside day with transport, an English-speaking guide, included entrance fees, and several distinct stops. The value becomes especially good if you want to see Pongour Falls and Elephant Waterfall without paying for a private vehicle.

The price is less attractive if you only care about waterfalls. You still pay for your own lunch and drinks, and Datanla plus the alpine coaster cost extra. The silk, cricket, rice wine, and coffee visits are what make the low price work, because they fill out a full route rather than offering a simple waterfall transfer.

A group limit of 12 is a reasonable middle ground. You get social company and shared costs, but the day is not designed around your personal interests. If you want to skip farms, linger at a pagoda, or stop for special meals, a private tour would offer more control.

The high overall rating and full recommendation rate suggest strong satisfaction, but one serious complaint should not be ignored. The issue involved a late pickup and a drop-off arrangement for accommodation outside central Da Lat. That problem appears tied to location and communication, yet it is still a reminder to confirm pickup terms.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend this tour if you want a broad first look at the countryside around Da Lat. It suits you especially well if you like waterfalls but also want to understand coffee, silk, rice wine, and local food production.

It is a good choice for solo visitors, couples, and small groups who prefer a ready-made route. The English guide and small vehicle reduce the work of planning, while the $21.02 price keeps the day affordable.

You may want another option if you dislike scheduled sightseeing or have limited interest in farms and workshops. The route is full, and some stops may feel secondary if your only goal is taking in the largest waterfalls.

Most people can participate, according to the activity details, but exact mobility requirements at each waterfall are not provided. If stairs, walking surfaces, or prolonged time on your feet are concerns, ask the operator before booking.

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time. The tour can be moved or refunded if poor weather prevents the trip, or if the minimum number of people is not reached.

Should you book the Da Lat countryside tour?

Book it if you want variety, value, and a full rural day rather than a single attraction. The waterfalls are the headline, but the silk factory, cricket farm, rice wine demonstration, and coffee plantation give the outing its character.

Before paying, confirm your hotel pickup and drop-off, ask about the lunch plan, and decide if you want to pay extra for Datanla or the alpine coaster. If those details suit you, this is a practical way to see far more of Da Lat than you can from the city center.

FAQ

What is the price of the Da Lat countryside tour?

The listed price is $21.02 per person.

How long does the tour last?

The estimated duration is six to eight hours. Some departures have run from about 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 8:00 a.m. Pickup times can vary by accommodation and route.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes, pickup is offered. Confirm your exact hotel with the provider, particularly if it is outside central Da Lat.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 12 people.

Which waterfalls are included?

Pongour Falls and Elephant Waterfall are listed with admission included. Datanla Waterfall is optional and has a separate entrance fee.

Is the Datanla alpine coaster included?

No. The Datanla entrance fee and alpine coaster ticket are not included.

Is lunch included?

No. You pay for your own lunch and drinks.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes an air-conditioned vehicle, all fees and taxes, listed entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.