2 Day Da Lat to Mui Ne Motorbike Tour: Farmstay & White Sand Dunes

Summary

Da Lat to Mui Ne countryside road trip with farmstay and local food

You’ll ride from Da Lat’s cool highlands down to Mui Ne’s sunny coast, stopping for real local moments—coffee tasting, waterfalls, village life, and those famous white sand dunes—all with friendly guides who know every shortcut.

What’s the experience like?

The morning air in Da Lat had that cool bite—jacket weather, even though it was summer. Our guide, Minh, met us right at the hotel at 8:30 sharp. We hopped onto our bikes and rolled out of town, leaving behind the city buzz for winding backroads lined with coffee bushes. The smell of roasting beans hit us before we even saw the first plantation. We stopped to watch how they make weasel coffee—yes, real weasels—and tried a tiny cup. It’s strong stuff.

Next up was a cricket farm (the chirping is louder than you’d think) and a family-run rice wine spot where the owner let us peek into bubbling vats. The silk weaving factory was humming with old machines and women chatting in soft Vietnamese. At the Buddhist temple, incense hung heavy in the air while monks swept leaves from the stone paths. Elephant Waterfall was roaring after last night’s rain—mist everywhere—and Pongour Falls was even bigger than I expected. Somewhere along the way, we passed through K’ho villages; kids waved as we rode by.

By late afternoon, we reached the farmstay tucked between rice paddies and coffee fields near Duc Trong. Dinner was optional but honestly worth it—the family grilled pork over an open fire while we shared cold beers under a sky full of stars. There were a few mosquitoes but nothing some repellent couldn’t handle.

The next day started early with strong Vietnamese coffee and fresh air that smelled like wet earth. The road from Di Linh down toward Mui Ne twisted through green hills and thick jungle patches—sometimes you’d catch sight of distant mountains through gaps in the trees. We cruised past dragon fruit farms (the pink fruit looks wild against all that green), then stopped at cashew nut groves where locals were sorting nuts by hand.

Rolling into Mui Ne felt like hitting another world: suddenly there’s sand everywhere, white dunes stretching out under a hot sun. We pulled over at the fishing village just as boats were coming in—fishy smells mixed with salty sea wind—and watched locals haul baskets ashore. By midday we reached Ham Tien beach; blue water, soft sand, and time to finally kick off our shoes. Our guide helped us check in at our hotel and gave tips for what to do next if you’re sticking around.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Da Lat Countryside and Farmstay

• Travel small roads to coffee plantations and farms
• Visit weasel coffee making and cricket farm
• See rice winemaking and silk weaving factory
• Visit Buddhist temple and Elephant waterfall
• Explore Pongour waterfall and K'ho minority villages
• Arrive and stay overnight at farm stay
• Optional BBQ dinner and camp-fire relaxation

Day 2 — Di Linh to Mui Ne Scenic Route

• Travel countryside road through mountains and jungles
• Visit dragon fruits farm and white sand dunes
• Stop at cashew-nut farms and Mui Ne fishing village
• Arrive at Ham Tien blue beach and check-in hotel
• End tour and assist with next travel booking

Top questions

Can I choose between motorbike or car for this tour?

Yes! You can pick your preferred transport—motorbike, bike, car or minivan—just let us know when booking.

Is dinner included at the farmstay?

Dinner is optional (about $10 per person). The family can cook traditional Vietnamese food and set up a BBQ if you’d like.

How much riding is there each day?

You’ll cover about 150 km each day on mostly small countryside roads with plenty of stops along the way.

Are there any health restrictions?

This tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or heart issues; moderate fitness is needed due to riding time.

What’s included

Your own private transport (motorbike or vehicle), friendly local guide who knows all the best stops, overnight stay at a cozy farmstay near Duc Trong or Di Linh town, plus help booking your next travel plans once you reach Mui Ne.