Nha Trang tour

DAY 1

Morning

OPTION 1: DEPARTURE FROM HANOI – TRAVEL BY PLANE (For guests from Hanoi and Northern provinces)
05:30: First meeting point at Noi Bai Airport, Hanoi (or bus station as announced by the Organizing Committee). Guests will independently complete check-in procedures and take the important first step: Activating the Challenge Journey – Nha Trang itinerary code.

06:00: When the plane takes off, the “door” to the culinary paradise of Central Vietnam officially opens. Throughout your journey, access the Challenge Journey app to begin the introductory task: read the “Introduction to Nha Trang Food Tour” guide, familiarize yourself with the rules, task mechanics, and how to record challenge completion, and receive a digital map of your 2-day, 1-night itinerary – a crucial foundation to help you proactively track your route and be ready to embark on your culinary exploration experience as soon as you arrive in the coastal city.

8:00 AM: The plane lands at Cam Ranh International Airport – the air gateway to Nha Trang. As soon as you complete the procedures and leave the arrival area, the Challenge Journey app will automatically unlock the introductory leg.

The screen will display the digital itinerary map and provide directions, guiding you from Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang city center by taxi/airport bus as suggested in the app.

During the journey, you can: Take a short rest, observe the characteristic sea and mountain scenery of Central Vietnam, and feel the slow pace of life in the coastal city before embarking on the “culinary adventure.” Upon arriving in the city center, the first task of the Nha Trang Food Tour officially begins.

OPTION 2: YOU ARE ALREADY IN NHA TRANG (Self-arranged transportation – pick-up at Nha Trang Train Station)

Meeting point: Nha Trang Train Station – a building bearing the mark of French architecture, and also the gateway welcoming tourists to the coastal city. Here, you will digitally check in to activate your Challenge Journey – Nha Trang itinerary code.

8:00 AM: The Challenge Journey app will guide you to your homestay in the city center to drop off your luggage and “recharge.” Take a few minutes to savor the morning sea air – salty, sunny, and full of life – before officially embarking on the culinary adventure of the Nha Trang Food Tour.

07:30 – OPENING DESTINATION: NHA TRANG STONE CHURCH
Players begin their journey at Nha Trang Stone Church, located in the city center. They walk slowly around the church grounds, observing the rough stone architecture, high arches, and the calm atmosphere that contrasts with the busy streets outside. This stop functions as a “transition task,” helping players shift from travel mode to experience mode, preparing both mind and body for the culinary journey ahead.

08:15 – MORNING MISSION: DECODING “THE SOUL OF NHA TRANG FISH NOODLE SOUP”
Dish: Nha Trang Fish Noodle Soup
Players have breakfast with only one dish to keep the experience light and focused. Before eating, they are encouraged to taste the broth to identify its clear appearance and natural sweetness from marine fish. While eating, players observe the contrast between steamed fish cake and fried fish cake, as well as the level of fullness after a simple local breakfast.

Unlock question:
Why is Nha Trang fish noodle soup light and clear, yet still deeply flavorful with the taste of the sea?

09:30 – FREE EXPLORATION
Players freely explore Xom Moi Market, observing the morning routines of local residents and browsing traditional products. This activity allows digestion and maintains a slow, immersive pace.

Afternoon

11:30 – REST TIME
Players return to their hotel or homestay in the city center to rest and avoid midday heat. No missions are assigned during this period.

14:00 – AFTERNOON MISSION: EXPERIENCING HEAT AND SALTINESS OF COASTAL CUISINE
Dish: Fish cake thick noodle soup
At Dam Market, players taste a bowl of fish cake thick noodle soup. The mission focuses on observing the thickness of the noodles, the broth’s texture, and the aroma while the dish is still hot. The tasting order is suggested: steamed fish cake first, fried fish cake second, and broth last.

Unlock question:
Why does Nha Trang fish cake thick noodle soup always combine both steamed and fried fish cakes in one bowl?

15:00 – PALATE BALANCING ACTIVITY
Dish: Local dessert or fresh fruit drink
Players choose a cooling drink or dessert to gently cleanse the palate and restore balance after the hot, savory dish.

16:00 – CULTURAL DESTINATION: PONAGAR CHAM TOWERS
Players visit the ancient Cham towers and spend a few minutes standing still, feeling the breeze, light incense scent, and elevated space overlooking the Cai River. The task emphasizes sensing the environment rather than taking photos.

Unlock question:
Why does the Ponagar Tower space feel lighter and calmer after a satisfying meal?

Evening

18:30 – EVENING MISSION: HUNTING THE “KING OF NIGHT SEAFOOD”
Dish: Fresh seafood
Players select live seafood and decide how it will be cooked. The mission is not about eating until full, but about evaluating freshness, natural sweetness, and local seasoning styles typical of Nha Trang’s coastal cuisine.

20:30 – FREE TIME
Players walk along Tran Phu Beach at night or rest at their accommodation. Overnight stay in Nha Trang.

DAY 2

Morning

07:30 – MORNING MISSION: A LOCAL BREAKFAST RITUAL
Dish: Steamed rice sheets
Players eat steamed rice sheets following a guided sequence: plain rice sheets first, then combined with pork rolls and herbs, and finally with fish sauce. The mission highlights how the dish feels light and suitable for the coastal morning routine.

Unlock question:
Why are steamed rice sheets considered an ideal breakfast for Nha Trang locals?

09:00 – MORNING DESTINATION: HON CHONG ROCKS
Players sit on a rock by the sea, listen to the waves, and note a sound or image that makes them feel most relaxed. Emotional data is saved in the app.

Afternoon

11:30 – MIDDAY MISSION: A FILLING YET BALANCED LUNCH
Dish: Mi Quang
Players eat Mi Quang by observing its presentation: thick yellow noodles, neatly arranged toppings, minimal but rich broth, peanuts, and rice crackers. Tasting follows the order of noodles, toppings, then broth.

Unlock question:
Why does Mi Quang provide enough energy for midday activities without feeling too heavy?

13:00 – REST TIME
Players return to the hotel to rest.

14:30 – EDUCATIONAL VISIT: NHA TRANG OCEANOGRAPHY INSTITUTE
Players choose one marine life exhibition area to explore, connecting what they have eaten to the marine ecosystem that supports local cuisine.

16:00 – FREE EXPLORATION: APRIL 2 SQUARE OR SEASIDE PARK
Players walk, sit, and observe city life along the coast with no assigned mission.

16:45 – LIGHT MISSION TO CLOSE THE DAY
Dish: Mango rice paper
Players eat slowly and focus on the sweet-sour flavor as a gentle ending to the day.

Evening

18:30 – FREE EVENING
Players choose light meals or rest early. Overnight stay in Nha Trang.

DAY 3

Morning

07:30 – MORNING MISSION: COASTAL MORNING BEVERAGE
Dish: Coffee or hot tea
Players sit by the sea, observe the morning atmosphere, and reflect on their physical and emotional state.

Unlock question:
Why do hot beverages often appear at the final stage of an experiential journey?

09:00 – RELAXATION DESTINATION: I-RESORT HOT MINERAL SPRINGS
Players relax and recover their bodies after two days of movement and sensory activities.

Afternoon

11:30 – LIGHT CLOSING LUNCH
Dish: Jellyfish noodle soup or a light version of fish noodle soup

Unlock question:
Why should the final meal of a journey be lighter than the first?

12:30 – COFFEE BREAK WITH SEA VIEW

14:00 – JOURNEY SUMMARY
Players complete a final reflection report on taste, emotions, and physical condition through the application.

15:30 – TRANSFER TO CAM RANH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

17:00 – END OF CHALLENGE JOURNEY – NHA TRANG