Da Lat City Tour: Cable car, waterfalls & French colonial sites

Eight stops across Da Lat's French colonial past and mountain gardens

A Da Lat city tour covering eight landmarks in six to eight hours with a private vehicle, English-speaking guide, cable car, waterfall entry and return roller coaster ride included. Hotel pickup is part of the booking. Lunch recommendations come from your guide. The tour suits small groups and solo travelers (who travel by motorbike instead).

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Da Lat city highlights

• Ride cable car to Robin Hill
• Visit Datanla Waterfall
• Explore Crazy House
• Discover Da Lat Railway Station
• Visit King Palace
• Stroll Hydrangea Flower Farm
• Admire Linh Phuoc Pagoda
• Enjoy coffee break with views

The experience

The day starts at Robin Hill, where a 2.1 km cable car carries you over the city and valley below. From there you move through Da Lat's mix of natural and built attractions: Datanla Waterfall, where a roller coaster ride descends to the base for a closer look (optional); the Crazy House, an architectural oddity ranked among the world's top ten most bizarre; and the Da Lat Railway Station, a Crémaillère line built during French colonial rule. A bottle of water comes with the tour.

The second half turns to royal and spiritual sites. King Palace was the former residence of Vietnam's last king, Bao Dai, and tells the story of his reign. Linh Phuoc Pagoda follows, a Buddhist temple known for intricate mosaic work covering its surfaces. Between stops, you'll walk through a Hydrangea Flower Farm filled with color: a standard photo spot on the route. A coffee break at a local café with views of the mountains and valley gives you time to sit and rest before the return to your hotel.

What’s included

• Cable car ride up Robin Hill.
• entrance fees to all eight sites.
• private car or van transport.
• return roller coaster ride at Datanla Waterfall.
• English-speaking local guide.
• bottle of water.
• hotel pickup and return.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 12:00

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AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 10 pickup points.

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

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Dalat Local Tour Guide

Is this one for you?Choose the van option if you're traveling as a couple or small group. Choose the motorbike option if you're solo, since the bike covers the same sights but moves faster and limits what you can bring.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.

How does the tour work if I'm traveling alone?

Solo travelers take the tour by motorbike instead of a private car or van. The same guide, stops and inclusions apply. The only difference is the transport.

What is the Crazy House and why is it on the tour?

The Crazy House is an architectural wonder ranked among the world's top ten most bizarre buildings. It's a standalone attraction in Da Lat with no conventional design: rooms, stairs and passages follow no standard logic, making it a unique stop on the city route.

Can I skip the roller coaster ride at Datanla Waterfall?

Yes, the roller coaster descent to the waterfall base is optional. You can view the waterfall from above or choose to ride down for a closer look. Both options are available during the stop.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend local restaurants along the route where you can eat. You choose where and when to stop.

What time of day does the tour run?

The tour lasts six to eight hours and can run in the morning or afternoon depending on your hotel pickup time and preference. Your guide will confirm the schedule when you book.