Con Dao Islands Beach Escape: 4 Days from Saigon
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Fly to Con Dao.· Day 2: Con Dao History Tour.· Day 3: Bay Canh Island Boat Trip.· Day 4: Con Dao – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overview
What makes this journey special
This 4-day escape takes you to Con Dao, a group of islands off southern Vietnam with quiet beaches and protected national park waters. Learn about the islands' history in Con Son town, take a boat to Bay Canh island to swim and snorkel, and enjoy unhurried time by the sea. Return flights from Ho Chi Minh City are included.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Con Dao beach escape start and finish?
It starts and finishes in Ho Chi Minh City, with return flights to Con Dao.
Can I see sea turtles on Con Dao?
Sea turtles nest on Bay Canh island from around May to October. Night turtle-watching depends on the season and national park permits.
When is the best time to visit Con Dao?
The calmest seas are usually from around March to September.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices vary by dates, group size and hotel options. Send us your details for a tailored quote.
Day-by-day itinerary
4 days carefully planned for you
Day 1 Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Fly to Con Dao.
Take a short flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Con Dao. Your driver meets you at the airport for the transfer to your hotel, with the afternoon free on the beach.
Meals: N/A. Accommodation: Hotel on Con Dao.
Day 2 Day 2: Con Dao History Tour.
Learn about the islands' past at the former prison sites and the museum in Con Son town, then visit Hang Duong cemetery. The afternoon is free to swim or cycle along the coast road.
Meals: Breakfast. Accommodation: Hotel on Con Dao.
Day 3 Day 3: Bay Canh Island Boat Trip.
Join a boat to Bay Canh island in Con Dao National Park for swimming, snorkelling and a short walk. From around May to October, the island is a nesting site for sea turtles, and turtle-watching may be arranged with the national park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Accommodation: Hotel on Con Dao.
Day 4 Day 4: Con Dao – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City.
Enjoy a final morning on the beach before your flight back to Ho Chi Minh City for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast. Accommodation: N/A.
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What’s included
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Included
- Return flights Ho Chi Minh City – Con Dao
- Car with driver for transfers and sightseeing on Con Dao
- English-speaking local guide on excursion days
- Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- Other meals as listed in the itinerary
- Boat trip to Bay Canh island with snorkelling equipment
- National park and sightseeing entrance fees in the itinerary
- Drinking water during transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Optional activities on free days
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