For the very first time, travellers will experience a seamless movement from lush pine forests and cascading white waterfalls of Gia Lai to the golden sands of Binh Dinh and the coastal provinces of Central Vietnam. This is your chance to savour the diverse beauty of Vietnam’s S-shaped land in a single, unforgettable trip.

Ky Co Beach - Gia Lai’s New Coastal Jewel

Fringed by rugged cliffs and lapped by luminous turquoise waters, Ky Co feels almost island-like despite being accessible from the mainland. Its calm, shallow bays are ideal for swimming, while nearby coral reefs invite snorkelling adventures. Early mornings bring a glassy stillness; by late afternoon, the golden light softens the coastline into a painterly scene, perfect for slow, contemplative travel.

Don’t miss: A boat trip around the surrounding islets, where hidden coves and untouched beaches offer moments of rare solitude.

T’Nưng Lake & the Pleiku Highlands: Mist and Memory

Often described as “the eyes of Pleiku,” T’Nưng Lake is at its most evocative in the early hours, when mist drifts across its mirror-like surface. Nearby, the rolling Tea Sea stretches into geometric patterns of green, while Chu Dang Ya volcano, particularly during wildflower season, offers a dramatic contrast of colour and texture.

Travel insight: This is where Gia Lai’s soul resides, quiet, expansive, and deeply rooted in the rhythms of the Central Highlands.

Cham Towers - Echoes of an Ancient Kingdom

Scattered across the newly expanded landscape, these centuries-old Cham structures stand as enduring testaments to a once-flourishing civilisation. Built in red brick without mortar, their intricate carvings and soaring silhouettes evoke both mystery and reverence.

Cultural note: Visit at sunset, when the towers glow in warm hues and the surrounding countryside falls into a hushed stillness.

Ganh Da Dia - Nature’s Basalt Masterpiece

Few landscapes in Southeast Asia rival the surreal geometry of Ganh Da Dia. Thousands of hexagonal basalt columns rise in tightly packed formations, resembling an immense natural mosaic shaped by volcanic forces millions of years ago.

Best time to visit: Sunrise, when the first light casts long shadows across the stone formations, accentuating their sculptural beauty.

Mui Dien (Dai Lanh Cape) - Chasing the First Light

At Vietnam’s easternmost mainland point, Mui Dien offers a rare privilege: to witness the country’s first sunrise. A short trek leads to a historic lighthouse perched above sweeping ocean views, where the horizon ignites in shades of gold and crimson.

For adventurers: Combine the hike with a night of beach camping below, fall asleep to the sound of waves, wake to a horizon ablaze.

A New Kind of Journey

What emerges from this expanded geography is not just a longer list of destinations, but a more fluid way of travelling. In a single, continuous itinerary, visitors can move from highland coffee farms to ancient temples, from volcanic landscapes to pristine beaches, without ever feeling rushed or fragmented.

For the discerning traveller, Gia Lai and Đắk Lắk now offer something increasingly rare: a destination that feels both expansive and cohesive, where every turn reveals a new layer of Vietnam’s natural and cultural richness.