Da Lat: Countryside Day Tour & Pongour Waterfall Small Group

Summary

Pongour waterfall’s roar, Da Lat’s flower villages and real silk weaving

You’ll feel Da Lat shift around you—one moment misty waterfalls roaring at Pongour, next you’re sipping coffee on a breezy hillside or watching silk spun by hand in a quiet workshop. Local guides share stories at each stop, and even small details—the scent of incense or laughter over lunch—stick with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the first stop to hit me like that. We’d barely left Da Lat when our guide, Hanh, pulled over near Tu Nung village—the air out there is different, honestly. You get this mix of wet earth and wood smoke from somewhere nearby. He pointed out how the K’ho people still live in these valleys; I watched a woman in a bright scarf wave to us as we passed. It’s strange how quickly city noise disappears—just birds and the occasional motorbike echoing off the hills.

The Elephant Waterfall was closed up close (something about repairs), but from Linh An pagoda you can see it thundering in the distance—like a white curtain against all that green. Hanh showed us the giant Buddha statue and told us stories about monks who lived here decades ago. The smell of incense kind of lingers everywhere, mixing with flowers from Van Thanh village later on. I tried to pronounce “Van Thanh” right—Li laughed at my accent, which was fair.

Pongour waterfall is something else though. You hear it before you see it—this heavy, steady rush that fills your chest a bit. We scrambled down some slick steps (I nearly slipped, shoes still muddy) and just stood there getting misted by spray. The locals call it “Seven-Level Fall.” I could see why—it looks like a giant staircase built by nature itself. There’s always someone selling sticky rice or fruit nearby; I bought a handful of lychees for cheap.

We stopped at a silk factory where women sat winding thread from cocoons—fingers moving so fast I couldn’t keep up watching. The smell inside was oddly sweet and steamy from boiling water. Later at Me Linh coffee plantation, we tried weasel coffee (yes, really). It’s strong and earthy—I liked it more than I thought I would. Our last stop was Van Thanh flower village: rows of roses in every color under plastic roofs, petals catching bits of sunlight through the haze.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore waterfalls and local villages

• View Elephant Waterfall from Linh An pagoda
• Visit Pongour Waterfall
• Explore Tanung village
• Tour Cuong Hoan Silk factory
• Visit cricket farm and learn breeding
• Enjoy Me Linh coffee plantation
• Walk through Van Thanh flower village
• Visit Linh An pagoda

Top questions

How long does the Da Lat countryside & Pongour waterfall tour last?

This is a full day trip from Da Lat including multiple countryside stops and two main waterfalls.

Is hotel pickup included for this tour?

Yes, pickup and drop-off service are included in your booking.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, children are welcome with special ticket fares based on height.

Can I visit both Elephant waterfall and Pongour waterfall?

You can view Elephant waterfall from Linh An pagoda due to temporary closure; Pongour is fully accessible.

What unique experiences are included?

You’ll visit local villages, a working silk factory, cricket farm tasting, coffee plantation, flower village, and temples along with waterfalls.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

No specific lunch is mentioned; however, there are food options available at stops like local farms or markets.

Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

The tour is wheelchair accessible but some areas like waterfall steps may be challenging.

Do guides speak English?

Yes, friendly English-speaking guides lead the group throughout the day trip.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off service from your accommodation in Da Lat, all entry fees for attractions like Pongour waterfall and Linh An pagoda, bottled water to keep you going between stops, plus guidance from an English-speaking local who knows every shortcut—and probably everyone you’ll meet along the way.