Vung Tau One-Day Tour: Visit Bao Dai Summer Resort, Jesus Statue, and Scenic Attractions

🕢 7:30 AM: Meeting at Pham Ngu Lao Backpacker Street, Ho Chi Minh City

Your journey begins at Pham Ngu Lao Backpacker Street, one of the liveliest areas in Saigon, bustling with both local and international travelers. Here, you will be warmly welcomed by Tân Hưng Thái Travel’s tour guide, who will assist you in boarding a modern, fully equipped tourist bus featuring reclining seats, air conditioning, and complimentary bottled water. Once settled, the guide will provide an overview of the itinerary, share fascinating stories about the destinations, and offer useful tips for the best experience in Vung Tau.

🕗 8:00 AM: Departure to Vung Tau

Leaving downtown Ho Chi Minh City, the bus will take you along spacious roads, crossing major bridges such as Phu My Bridge and Long Thanh Bridge. Along the way, you can admire the scenic countryside landscapes, including lush green fields, peaceful villages, and fruit-laden orchards.

🕙 10:00 AM: Arriving at Vung Tau Beach – Enjoy the Coastal Atmosphere

After approximately two hours of travel, the group arrives in Vung Tau, a famous coastal city known for its cool climate and stunning landscapes. The first stop is Vung Tau Beach, featuring long stretches of soft sand, crystal-clear waters, and gentle waves.

Guests can freely:

• ✅ Stroll along the shoreline and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze.
• ✅ Take a dip in the cool, clear waters.
• ✅ Capture memorable photos of the picturesque seascape.

Vung Tau Beach with white sand and blue sea

🕛 12:00 PM: Enjoy Fresh Seafood at a Local Restaurant

After a relaxing time at the beach, the group will head to a well-known local restaurant in Vung Tau for lunch. The restaurant specializes in fresh seafood dishes, offering the authentic flavors of the coastal region.

Suggested menu:

• 🍤 Grilled shrimp with chili salt
• 🐟 Stingray hotpot – a signature dish of Vung Tau
• 🦑 Steamed squid with ginger 🥞 Vung Tau’s famous Banh Khot (crispy mini pancakes)

Additionally, vegetarian options are available for those who prefer them.

🕜 1:30 PM: Conquering Christ the King Statue – A Stunning Panoramic View from Above

After lunch, the journey continues to Christ the King Statue, an iconic landmark of Vung Tau. Standing at 32 meters tall with an arm span of 18.4 meters, this is one of the largest Christ statues in Vietnam, located atop Small Mountain.

Visitors can challenge themselves by climbing over 800 steps to reach the statue’s base. For those seeking a higher vantage point, an additional 133 spiral steps inside the statue lead to its outstretched arms, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Vung Tau City and its scenic coastline.

Christ the King Statue on Small Mountain

🕝 2:30 PM: Visit Ca Ong Temple – A Sacred Cultural Symbol of Fishermen

Next, the group will visit Ca Ong Temple, where local fishermen worship the whale, regarded as a guardian deity ensuring safe voyages at sea. This is an important spiritual site that deeply reflects the coastal region’s cultural heritage.

🕒 3:00 PM: Explore Bach Dinh (Villa Blanche) – A French Colonial Architectural Landmark

Bach Dinh (Villa Blanche) is a historic French-style mansion that once served as a retreat for the Governor-General of Indochina. Situated on the slopes of Big Mountain, this grand villa offers an impressive sea view. Visitors can explore its elegant interior, stroll through its lush, tree-shaded garden, and admire a valuable collection of antique porcelain.

🕞 3:30 PM: Check-in at Nghinh Phong Cape – A Breathtaking Scenic Spot

The journey continues to Nghinh Phong Cape, a famous landmark known for its stunning natural landscapes. This unique location is where the sea meets the mountains, featuring a large rocky outcrop extending into the ocean, creating an awe-inspiring view.

Visitors can:

• 📸 Take Instagram-worthy photos with the endless ocean backdrop.
• 🌊 Feel the refreshing sea breeze.
• 🌄 Relax and enjoy the peaceful moments surrounded by nature

🕓 4:00 PM: Return to Ho Chi Minh City

After a full day of exploration, the group will board the bus back to Ho Chi Minh City. Along the way, travelers can rest, enjoy the sunset views, or chat with fellow companions.

🕡 6:30 PM: End of the Journey at Pham Ngu Lao, Ho Chi Minh City

The bus will drop off guests at the original meeting point, concluding the trip with many wonderful memories. Tan Hung Thai Travel looks forward to accompanying you on your next adventure!

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