Easy Rider Motorbike Tour from Nha Trang to Hoi An – 5 Days Exploring Vietnam’s Central Highlands

Highlights:

 • Immerse yourself in authentic village life and the vibrant culture of the M’nong ethnic community.
 • Explore traditional crafts including brick-making, incense, and chopstick workshops in local villages.
 • Experience the stunning natural beauty of Dray Nur waterfall nestled deep in the Central Highlands jungle.
 • Ride along the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail and discover fascinating war history at Phoenix Airport and Charlie Hill.
 • End your journey in charming Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage town famous for its ancient lantern-lit streets.
 

Full Itinerary:

Day 1: Nha Trang to Lak Lake (Approx. 160 km – 5-6 hours)

Depart from the coastal city of Nha Trang, leaving behind its beaches and busy tourist spots. Your first stop is a traditional fishing village where you can witness age-old fishing methods still practiced by hand.

As you continue riding inland, the scenery transforms into lush green hills and serene villages. The journey is dotted with many photo stops, allowing you to capture the tranquil rural landscape.

Arrive at Lak Lake, surrounded by rice fields and ethnic minority villages. Relax in the peaceful environment and prepare for the cultural experiences ahead.
 

Day 2: Lak Lake to Buon Me Thuot (Approx. 100 km – 4 hours)

Awaken to the gentle sounds of rural life. Early risers can take a stroll through Jun Village, home of the M’nong ethnic group, to observe their customs and lifestyle. If you prefer, you may opt for a traditional boat ride across Lak Lake (optional).

Back on your motorbike, travel along quiet country roads and experience authentic rural Vietnam. Highlights today include:

 • A scenic climb to Elephant Rock Mountain, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
 • A visit to a local brick-making factory where bricks are handcrafted using traditional, non-mechanized methods.

Later, venture deep into the jungle to see the spectacular Dray Nur Waterfall, one of the most impressive waterfalls in the Central Highlands.

By late afternoon, arrive in Buon Me Thuot, the cultural and economic center of the region, for an overnight stay.
 

Day 3: Buon Me Thuot to Pleiku to Kon Tum (Approx. 210 km – 7-8 hours)

Today’s ride takes you through vast rubber plantations, expansive rice paddies, and diverse ethnic minority villages. The route is long but offers stunning views and varied landscapes.

In Pleiku, make a stop at Sea Lake — a volcanic crater filled with calm water, affectionately known as the “Eye of Pleiku.”

Continue to Kon Tum where you’ll visit:
 • A century-old wooden cathedral that beautifully merges French colonial and indigenous architectural styles.
 • Local orphanages supported by the cathedral community.
 • The Kon Ktu Village, home to the Ede ethnic group, featuring iconic Rong houses and an opportunity to learn about tribal traditions and daily life.

Overnight in Kon Tum town.
 

Day 4: Kon Tum to Kham Duc (Approx. 130 km – 5 hours)

After breakfast, ride along the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail, a road filled with Vietnam War history and stunning mountain scenery.

Stops include:
 • Phoenix Airport and Charlie Hill, where you’ll gain insight into wartime events from a local perspective.
 • Encounters with diverse ethnic communities such as the Bana, Thai, and Ch’ru people.
 • Enjoy stretches of forested roads and picturesque highland landscapes.

End your day in the quiet mountain town of Kham Duc.

Day 5: Kham Duc to Hoi An (Approx. 150 km – 6 hours)

The final day continues along scenic sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail as you make your way toward Hoi An.

Along the route, visit traditional craft villages specializing in:
 • Basket weaving
 • Rice paper making
 • Chopstick and incense production

Stop at a pineapple plantation to savor fresh fruit picked straight from the farm.

Arrive in the charming town of Hoi An by late afternoon, just in time to enjoy its famous lantern-lit streets and UNESCO World Heritage atmosphere.

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