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North Vietnam Mindfulness & Wellness Retreat – 7 Days
from $761/pax
Departure:At Customer's Request
Category:Culture & History · Market Visit · Village & Culture
Theme:Culture & Heritage
Type:Multi-Day Tour, Private Tour
Why travelers love this trip?
- Unveil the hidden beauty of Vietnam’s Central Highlands, where ethnic traditions, majestic waterfalls, and ancient volcanoes tell timeless stories. This 7-day journey leads you through Pleiku, Kon Tum, and Buon Ma Thuot - regions rich in spiritual culture, biodiversity, and coffee heritage. Travelers will experience raw, untouched nature, soulful tribal music, and the earthy flavors of Vietnam’s highland heart.
- Discover Vietnam’s rich coffee culture at the World Coffee Museum and Trung Nguyen Village.
- Explore traditional Banar and Ede villages and take in the unique Nha Rong communal houses.
- Explore Yok Don National Park and observe elephants in their natural habitat.
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Local support when plans matter
Use one local contact for room requests, dietary needs, transfer questions and practical changes that can affect a multi-stop Vietnam trip.
Trip Itinerary
WHY THIS JOURNEY STANDS OUT
A Vietnam journey that deliberately changes pace instead of repeating the same kind of sightseeing every day
Over 7 days, the journey moves from Ho Chi Minh City through Kon Tum before ending in Buon Ma Thuot. What keeps the route interesting is how the experience changes from one chapter to the next; the signature moments below show where that contrast becomes part of the journey.
What makes this itinerary worth comparing is the balance between experiences, travel time and overnight stops. The day-by-day plan below shows where the pace changes, what is included, where you sleep and how each destination connects to the next. It also makes the main transfer sectors easy to spot, so you can judge whether the journey feels comfortable for the way you like to travel.
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is one of the main confirmed chapters in this itinerary.
Kon Tum
Kon Tum is one of the main confirmed chapters in this itinerary.
Buon Ma Thuot
Buon Ma Thuot is one of the main confirmed chapters in this itinerary.
Before you decide: If you are deciding whether this tour is the right use of your time and budget, start with the route and signature moments below. They show the real shape of the trip before you get into the detail of each day.
JOURNEY OVERVIEW
See the full route before you travel
Follow the destination sequence, day numbers and main transfers at a glance before reading the full itinerary below.
Route:Ho Chi Minh CityKon TumBuon Ma Thuot
- Day 1PleikuArrival in Pleiku - Gateway to the Highlands
- Day 2PleikuPleiku Full Day City Tour - Echoes of the Highlands
- Day 3Pleiku → Kon TumKon Tum Day Trip - Whisper of the Central Highlands
- Day 4Pleiku → Buon Ma ThuotPleiku road transfer to Buon Ma Thuat
- Day 5Buon Ma ThuotDiscover Yok Don National Park & Don Village
- Day 6Buon Ma ThuotVietnam Coffee & Waterfall Paradise
- Day 7Farewell from the Highlands
Numbered stops follow the tour itinerary. Transport icons appear only where the day-by-day program identifies that travel mode.
1Day 1: Arrival in Pleiku - Gateway to the Highlands
Today, you begin your journey to the sacred heart of Vietnam Central Highlands. You'll take a peaceful flight to Pleiku - a land embraced by mountains, forests, and age-old spiritual energy.
As you land, breathe in the crisp highland air. Feel the gentle rhythm of Pleiku, where time slows down and the spirit of the land quietly welcomes you. Spend the rest of your day resting and preparing your heart and mind for the soulful discoveries ahead.
Start point.
Pleiku.
Meals: NA
Accommodation: Hotel in Pleiku
2Day 2: Pleiku Full Day City Tour - Echoes of the Highlands
Morning
After a peaceful breakfast, your guide and driver will welcome you for a full-day spiritual journey into the heart of Pleiku.
Begin at T’Nung Lake, once a sleeping volcano, now a peaceful “eye of the highlands” watching over Pleiku with silence and mystery.
Continue to Dektu & Dekrol villages, where the tall Rong House stands proudly - the sacred heart of the Banar community.
Wander through a Banar cemetery, where wooden statues and jars keep stories of the ancestors. Be touched by the soul-stirring Gong performance, echoing the voice of the mountains.
Afternoon
After a traditional lunch in town, explore the Gia Lai Museum of Ethnology, where the lives of the Bahnar and Jarai people unfold through artifacts and wisdom.
Reflect on resilience at the Pleiku former prison, and find spiritual serenity at Minh Thanh Pagoda, where Buddhist elegance soothes the soul. After that, stop by the graceful Immaculate Conception Cathedral.
End your day by strolling through the local market, vibrant with voices and mountain herbs, and return to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Pleiku
3Day 3: Kon Tum Day Trip - Whisper of the Central Highlands
After breakfast, depart from Pleiku to Kon Tum and explore its highlight attractions. The first stop is Nha Rong in Plei Don Village - the towering soul of the Banar community, where people gather for festivals, prayers, and unity with the spirits of the land.
After that, You'll explore the peaceful Bishop's House of Kontum, a graceful wooden retreat where the faith of French missionaries met the traditions of Vietnam’s Central Highlands.
Journey to Chu Dang Ya Volcano - an inactive volcano worshipped as a sacred guardian of the land. Walk the fertile soil, feel the Earth’s breath beneath your feet, and let the mountain breeze carry away your worries, leaving only calm and clarity.
Return to Pleiku after the journey, soul touched by the quiet beauty of the Central Highlands.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Pleiku
4Day 4: Pleiku road transfer to Buon Ma Thuat
After a peaceful breakfast in Pleiku, You'll begin your overland journey to Buon Ma Thuot (only driver). The 3.5-hour drive winds through the raw beauty of the Central Highlands, where red basalt soil nourishes vast coffee plantations and forests.
As you approach Buon Ma Thuot, the air feels warmer, and the land opens wide to welcome you into the heart of Vietnam’s coffee soul. Check in at your hotel and relax or explore the area on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Buon Me Thuat
5Day 5: Discover Yok Don National Park & Don Village
Morning
After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up in Buon Ma Thuot City for a one-hour drive to Don Village and Yok Don National Park.
You’ll begin by exploring a traditional longhouse of the Ede people, walking across a bamboo bridge over the Serepok River, and stopping at the Tomb of the Elephant King - the first legendary trainer of elephants in this region. You’ll also see two elephant graves and hear stories of the great animals who once walked these lands.
Next, take a short walk through Don Village to explore its multicultural charm and explore the house of Amakong, a famous elephant trainer and herbal healer. His house blends Lao-style architecture and still holds the warmth of local stories. You may enjoy some ethnic snacks and explore the village’s fruits and souvenirs.
Afterward, enjoy a local lunch or join a 3-hour traditional cooking class with an Ede family in Jang Lanh Village. You'll help prepare the meal using traditional recipes and then share it with the host family in a cozy and heartwarming setting.
Afternoon
In the afternoon, from 13:30 to 16:30, You'll go into the forest to find the elephants living freely in the national park. These elephants were once used for tourism but are now cared for and observed in their natural behaviors. Your guide will also teach you about local medicinal plants and the unique personalities of each elephant.
At 16:30, return to Buon Ma Thuot City with your heart full of connection to the land, people, and animals of the Central Highlands.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Buon Me Thuat
6Day 6: Vietnam Coffee & Waterfall Paradise
Morning
At 08:30, our guide and driver will pick you up and take you to explore the stunning D’ray Nur and D’ray Sap waterfalls. You’ll enjoy a peaceful one-hour walk in nature, feel the cool mist of the falls, and even take a refreshing swim if you like.
After that, explore Kuop Village, home of the Ede people. Here, you’ll learn about their unique matriarchal traditions and see daily life in this highland community. On the way, stop by a local coffee plantation and factory to see how coffee is grown and processed.
Enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon
In the afternoon, continue to Kotam Village and explore a special Weasel Coffee Farm and Trung Nguyen Coffee Village. Then, watch a coffee show and learn how to brew your own cup. You’ll also explore a local coffee shop, and stop by the Buon Ma Thuot Central Market before the tour ends.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Buon Me Thuat
7Day 7: Farewell from the Highlands
After breakfast, take a moment to breathe in the fresh highland air one last time. Our driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight.
Thank you for joining this soulful journey with us.
End point.
Buon Me Thuat.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: NA
Important Notes:
- Program and schedule are subject to change without prior notice.
Inclusions
What's included
- Overnight in shared Twin/ Double room with air-condition (AC) at hotel.
- All transport within Vietnam (including airport pick up & see off), as per itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the program
- All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide.
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
What's not included
- International airfare
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Peak season surcharges and compulsory gala dinners (if applicable)
- Visa (passport valid for at least 6 months with a minimum of 3 blank visa pages)
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, gratuities, etc.)
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
Tour Options & Prices
| Tour options | Prices | Total price (2 Adults) | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Hotels | $761/pax | $1522 | |
| Total | $1520/pax | $3040 |
Prices are shown per person. Final availability and booking details are confirmed with EcoTravel on WhatsApp.
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PLANNING QUESTIONS
Questions & Answers
Built from this tour’s confirmed route, transport, stays, meals and activity level so the answers stay specific to this itinerary.
Is 7 Days too rushed for this Vietnam route?
7 Days is a compact Vietnam program. It can work well if these are the places you most want to see, but expect less spare time between major transfers. The route remains Ho Chi Minh City → Kon Tum → Buon Ma Thuot.
How much travelling is involved between destinations?
This is a multi-stop itinerary rather than a single-base holiday. The route overview shows the confirmed sequence Ho Chi Minh City → Kon Tum → Buon Ma Thuot. Where the itinerary identifies a flight, road transfer, train or boat, that transport mode is shown on the journey map so you can understand the travel flow before booking.
Are the domestic flights included in the tour price?
The itinerary uses one or more flight sectors, but the inclusion data saved for this tour does not clearly confirm every flight as included. Treat the itinerary and the Inclusions section together and ask EcoTravel to confirm the exact sectors before payment.
What accommodation is used during the trip?
The accommodation summary for this itinerary is: Hotel (6 nights). If room category, bedding, private bathroom or hotel level matters to you, send that requirement before booking so the confirmed option can be checked rather than assumed.
Is this tour suitable for older travelers or people who prefer a gentler pace?
The main question is not age by itself but the length of transfer days, walking at sightseeing stops and how often the hotel changes. Review the day-by-day route and tell EcoTravel about mobility or pace concerns so the demanding sections can be identified before booking.
Which meals are included, and can dietary requirements be handled?
The current meal summary is: 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches. Dietary requests are not assumed to be available everywhere, so mention vegetarian, vegan, allergy or other requirements before booking and EcoTravel can confirm what the operators on this exact route can accommodate.
Are optional activities or extra costs mixed into the main itinerary?
No. Optional activities and extra costs are kept separate from the core included program. Check the Exclusions and Important Notes sections for anything that may need separate payment.
Can this itinerary be adjusted for a private trip or specific travel needs?
Do not assume every scheduled element can be changed without affecting the route or price. Send your dates, group size and the exact change you need; EcoTravel can check what is customizable while keeping the published itinerary clear and easy to compare.
LOCAL TRAVEL NOTES
What to know before travelling in Vietnam
Practical advice from a local operator for packing, weather, money, documents and the small details that can make a multi-stop trip much easier.
What to pack for this route
Bring comfortable walking shoes, light breathable clothing, sun protection, a compact rain layer and personal medication and a small day bag.
Weather: plan by region, not one forecast
Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong stay warm year-round, with more frequent afternoon rain from May to November. A light rain layer is useful even in the drier months.
Money, exchange and fair payment
Vietnam’s currency is the đồng (VND). Keep some cash for markets, street food and smaller local purchases; cards are practical for many larger expenses. Exchange rates move daily, so use the exact VND amount shown by your bank, card terminal or EcoTravel payment confirmation rather than an old screenshot. Before approving a card payment, check the number of zeros and the final VND total. A useful local check: the 20,000 VND and 500,000 VND notes are both blue-toned, so look at the printed value before handing one over.
Passport and entry documents
Entry and visa rules depend on nationality and can change. Check the requirements that apply to your passport before departure, and make sure the name, passport number, validity dates and planned entry point on your documents match your actual trip. If you are unsure, send EcoTravel your nationality and travel dates before booking so we can flag what you need to verify.
Phone, internet and cash away from cities
A local SIM or eSIM is useful for maps and messaging. In remote villages, mountain areas and small river stops, signal and card acceptance can be weaker, so keep some VND cash and save key hotel/guide details offline.
Health, comfort and local etiquette
Carry your regular medication, use bottled or properly filtered drinking water, and consider travel insurance for active itineraries. Dress respectfully at temples and religious sites, and tell EcoTravel in advance about allergies, mobility concerns or motion sickness.
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