Buon Ma Thuot day trip: Dray Nur Waterfall & coffee village

Waterfall, coffee culture, and ethnic heritage in one morning and afternoon

A private day trip through Buon Ma Thuot combines a visit to Dray Nur Waterfall, one of Vietnam's most majestic cascades 25 kilometers from the city center, with stops at Trung Nguyen Coffee Village to explore the country's coffee traditions, the Ethnographic Museum to learn about Central Highlands ethnic groups, and a walk along Coffee Book Road. Hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide are included. The tour runs seven hours and suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Buon Ma Thuot Victory Monument15m · entry included
2. Dray Nur Waterfall2h · entry included

Explore Buon Ma Thuot and surroundings

• Pick up at hotel in city center
• Visit Buon Ma Thuot Victory Monument
• Travel to Dray Nur Waterfall
• Explore Dray Nur Waterfall
• Visit Trung Nguyen Coffee Village
• Walk along Buon Ma Thuot Coffee Book Road
• Visit Dak Lak Museum of Ethnology
• Return to hotel in city center

The experience

The day starts with hotel pickup in Buon Ma Thuot's city center, then moves to the Buon Ma Thuot Victory Monument, built to honor the historic battle that liberated the city. From there, the route heads out to Dray Nur Waterfall, about 25 kilometers away, where you walk through the cascades and surrounding landscape with your guide explaining the waterfall's features and the best spots to experience it.

After the waterfall, the itinerary turns to coffee culture at Trung Nguyen Coffee Village, where the guide walks you through how Vietnamese coffee is made and the traditions behind it. The village sits within nature rather than functioning as a typical shop, so the setting itself frames the experience. Next comes the Ethnographic Museum, housed in a building that once served as the residence of Bao Dai, Vietnam's last emperor nearly a century ago. The main structure mirrors the architecture of a Rong communal stilt house, and inside, three sections cover the revolutionary history, natural features, and cultural life of Central Highlands ethnic groups: the Ede, M'Nong, and Jarai among them. The museum holds 520 objects and uses audiovisual displays to show customs, festivals, and daily practices. A final stroll along Coffee Book Road, lined with frescoes depicting Dak Lak's landscapes and ethnic communities, rounds out the afternoon before the driver returns you to your hotel.

The private car and English-speaking guide mean the pace stays flexible and the stops adapt to your interests. Children from age four are welcome, and the tour is designed for all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Private car pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Buon Ma Thuot City Center.
• entrance fees to Dray Nur Waterfall, Trung Nguyen Coffee Village, and the Ethnographic Museum.
• an English and Vietnamese-speaking guide for the full day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 10:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (9 to 89 years) · Child (4 to 8 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by Local Tours PU LUONG

Is this one for you?Seven hours allows you to move through four distinct stops without rushing, but leaves the morning or evening free for other plans in the city. If you want a full-day immersion or need to fit the tour around a flight or train departure, check the timing against your schedule.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 8 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What is Dray Nur Waterfall like when you get there?

Dray Nur Waterfall sits 25 kilometers from Buon Ma Thuot and ranks among Vietnam's most majestic cascades, with refreshing water and tranquil surroundings. Your guide walks you through the waterfall's features and the best spots to experience it.

What will I see at the Ethnographic Museum?

The Ethnographic Museum holds 520 objects representing the Ede, M'Nong, and Jarai ethnic groups of the Central Highlands. Three main sections cover revolutionary traditions, natural features, and cultural characteristics, with audiovisual displays showing local customs, festivals, and daily life.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch and drinks are not included in the tour price, so you'll arrange and pay for meals separately during the day.

Is a guide included, and what language do they speak?

A friendly local guide who speaks English and Vietnamese is included in the tour and accompanies you throughout the day at all stops.

What does the Coffee Book Road stop involve?

Coffee Book Road is a street in Buon Ma Thuot lined with frescoes depicting the land, people, culture, and landscapes of Dak Lak Province. The street also hosts cultural exchanges and folk art activities such as traditional music performances and calligraphy.