PHAN THIET TOUR

The Prologue

Embark on an unforgettable two-day, one-night odyssey to PHAN THIET, a coastal gem where the ancient soul of the Champa Kingdom merges with the breathtaking landscape of Vietnam’s “little desert.” This is not just a tour; it’s the “Challenge Journey,” casting you as a “New-Age Nomad” on a quest to unravel the mystery behind the shifting colors of the famed sand dunes and to uncover the very essence of the century-old traditional fish sauce craft.

The adventure begins at Ga Sai Gon, leading you into a cultural immersion that starts with a taste of history. Day one, “Footprints on the Heritage Land,” features a visit to the magnificent Thap Cham Po Sah Inu (Po Sah Inư Cham Towers), a sacred site echoing with the legendary love story of Princess Poshanu. Beyond the historical depths, PHAN THIET is a culinary revelation. You will savor the distinct texture and flavor of Banh Can Phan Thiet at Quan Banh Can Lan Nguyet, differing from its Da Lat counterpart with a unique braised fish dipping sauce. As dusk falls, engage in the exquisite ritual of preparing Lau tha Phan Thiet, a visually stunning hotpot where ingredients are arranged like “Seven-Colored Petals,” a challenge embodying the philosophy of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements. Conclude your evening with the vibrant atmosphere of Cho dem Phan Thiet or the lively Bikini Beach (NovaWorld).

Day two, “Race on the Little Desert,” promises a thrilling encounter with nature. Before dawn, the journey takes you to the pristine white expanse of Bau Trang and Bau Sen. Here, adrenaline is the currency as you navigate the white sand hills on an ATV, seeking the “Lonely Tree” and conquering the “Sandstorm.” Next, the iconic Doi Cat Bay / Doi Cat Hong (Flying/Red Sand Dune) awaits, offering the sheer joy of sand-boarding and refueling with the local “Dua ba nhat” (Three-chop Coconut). The quest culminates in the afternoon with “The Golden Drop of Fish Sauce” at the Bao tang Lang Chai Xua (Ancient Fishing Village Museum), where you will assume the role of an artisan, learning the secrets of “rin” (first-drip) fish sauce and how to determine its protein content. Before departing, a final stop at the colorful Lang chai Mui Ne offers a chance to sample local delights like Rang muc Loan or Cha lui Ham Tan.

The Challenge Journey in PHAN THIET is a perfect blend of high-octane adventure and profound cultural discovery, a beautiful “Love Song of Sand and Sea” that rewards the successful Nomad with the title of “Oasis Shell King.”

65.00 $

Itinerary

DAY 1

Morning: Departure & “Ancient Cipher”

07:00: Rendezvous at Ga Sai Gon (Sai Gon Train Station). Guests board the train to PHAN THIET.
Startup Mission: Solve a crossword puzzle on the App about “The school where Uncle Ho once taught” to receive the “Ancient Map” item. 100 XP
11:00: The train arrives at Ga PHAN THIET. The App unlocks Mission 1: “Hot Earthen Mold”.
- Location: Quan Banh Can Lan Nguyet (Banh Can Lan Nguyet Eatery).
- Challenge: You must find the biggest difference between Banh Can in PHAN THIET and Banh Can in Da Lat (Hint: The dipping sauce is made from braised fish).
- Reward: Special Banh Can lunch and map piece number 1. 50 XP

Afternoon: “Echoes of Champa” Challenge

14:00: Mission 2: “Poshanu Legend”.
- Destination: Thap Cham Po Sah Inu (Po Sah Inư Cham Towers).
- Challenge: Search for a stone slab with ancient Cham script based on the image hint on the App to unlock the story of Princess Poshanu’s love. Receive map piece number 2.
16:00: Move to Bai da Ong Dia (Ong Dia Rock Beach).
Side Quest “Sunset on the Breakwater”: Enjoy coconut ice cream and take a check-in photo amidst the giant bougainvillea bushes by the sea to accumulate 50 XP.

Evening: “Ocean Flavor at Night”

19:00: Mission 3: “Seven-Colored Petals”.
- Location: Enjoy Lau tha PHAN THIET (Phan Thiet Hotpot).
- Challenge: You must manually arrange the ingredients (crab meat, fried egg, pork, fresh vegetables…) on the banana blossom petals in the correct order of the Yin-Yang Five Elements to receive a compliment from the “NPC owner”. Reward: 100 XP.
21:00: Free time to explore Cho dem PHAN THIET (Phan Thiet Night Market) or the vibrant Bikini Beach (NovaWorld) area.

DAY 2

Morning: “White Oasis” Coordinates

04:30: Mission 4: “Conquering the Sandstorm”.
- Destination: Bau Trang & Bau Sen (White Lake & Lotus Lake).
- Thrill Challenge: Rent an ATV motorbike to conquer the pristine white sand dunes. You must find the “Lonely Tree” in the desert to scan the QR code for the next instruction.
08:00: Move to Doi Cat Bay (Doi Cat Hong – Flying Sand Dune/Red Sand Dune).
Challenge: Go to the location specified in the previous mission to receive the “Desert Treasure” and bring it back to the assembly point. The first 3 people to return with the treasure will receive 100 XP. Sand-slide with a board and enjoy “Dua ba nhat” (Three-chop Coconut) right there to refuel.

Afternoon: “Golden Drop of Fish Sauce” & Farewell PHAN THIET

13:00: Mission 5: “Ancient Fishing Village Museum”.
Challenge: Role-play as a fish sauce artisan, learn about the concept of “rin” fish sauce (pure, undiluted first-drip fish sauce) and how to determine protein content using a rice grain.
15:00: Visit Lang chai Mui Ne (Mui Ne Fishing Village).
Final Mission: Use XP to buy a portion of “Rang muc Loan” or “Cha lui Ham Tan” and take a photo with the colorful basket boats at the assembly counter named “CJ” to complete the journey. The title “Oasis Shell King” will be yours if you possess over 500 XP.
17:00: Board the car/train and depart for TP.HCM.