Experience a Budget-Friendly 2-Day, 1-Night Trip to Con Dao

Con Dao, despite not being a luxurious resort destination, still attracts a large number of tourists each year with its pristine beauty. For adventurous travelers wanting to set foot in one of the most beautiful islands in Vietnam, a 2-day, 1-night trip is enough to experience the best activities.

1. Where is Con Dao?

Con Dao is an archipelago in Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, 97 nautical miles from Vung Tau city and about 180 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. This place is known for its pristine beauty, long stretches of white sand beaches, and rich marine ecosystem.The weather in Con Dao is pleasant year-round, but the dry season from November to April is the ideal time to visit as the seas are calm, and the sunshine is beautiful.

On a self-guided 2-day, 1-night trip to Con Dao, visitors not only get to explore the natural beauty but also learn about a part of history that is both tragic and proud.

2. How to travel for a 2-day, 1-night trip to Con Dao?

2.1 Getting to Con Dao

If starting from Ho Chi Minh City, the two most common ways to reach Con Dao are by speedboat or plane.

Saigon – Con Dao speedboat: Ticket prices range from 800,000 to 900,000 VND per trip, and the journey takes about 4 hours. There are 3 trips per week (on alternate days), returning to Saigon at 1 PM the following day (on alternate days). Departure is at 7 AM from Saigon – Hiep Phuoc port to Con Dao, and the return trip from Ben Dam port at 1 PM.
Flights to Con Dao: Flying is the fastest and most convenient way to reach Con Dao. Many airlines offer flights to Con Dao, with a flight time of just about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Book a flight to Con Dao with Vietjet today to enjoy surprising promotions.

Once at the airport, it takes less than 20 minutes to reach Con Dao town, which is about 14 km away.

2.2 Getting around Con Dao

After arriving at Con Dao airport (14 km from Con Dao town) or the Ben Dam port after your boat trip, there are many transportation options. The most popular are motorbikes and taxis.

Motorbikes: Renting a motorbike is the most common way to get around Con Dao. The rental price is quite affordable, ranging from 100,000 to 150,000 VND per day. With a motorbike, you can freely explore every corner of the island.
Taxi: If you prefer not to drive, taxi services are available for convenient pick-up and drop-off. However, taxi fares are higher than renting a motorbike.

To travel across different areas of the island, visitors can also rent canoes.

3. What to do and eat during a 2-day, 1-night trip to Con Dao?

3.1 Things to do in Con Dao

For your 2-day, 1-night self-guided trip to Con Dao, there are several must-see attractions.

Visit Con Dao Prison: This is a national historical site, recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism in 1979. Here, visitors can learn about a painful period in the country’s history and explore historical relics like prison cells, solitary confinement, and cemeteries.
Pay tribute at Hang Duong Cemetery: Visit the graves of heroes and martyrs and enjoy the solemn and peaceful atmosphere here.
Explore the beaches: Con Dao is home to several beautiful beaches, such as Dam Trau Beach, Nhat Beach, and Bay Canh Islet. You can stroll on the beach, watch the sunset or sunrise, and take stunning photos.
Snorkeling: If you love the sea, try snorkeling to explore the colorful underwater world.
Visit small islands: Discover nearby islands like Hon Ba and Hon Tai

More details: Check out these must-visit places in Con Dao

3.2 What to eat in Con Dao?

While visiting this renowned destination, also known as the “paradise island” of Vietnam, you should enjoy the local specialties.

Fresh seafood: Con Dao is famous for its fresh seafood. You can enjoy dishes made from lobster, grouper, moon crabs, and more.
Crab vermicelli: A specialty of Con Dao with a rich, sweet and sour flavor.
Banh Canh (Vietnamese noodle soup): A simple breakfast dish made from flour, served with various toppings.
Cashew nuts: This is a popular snack made from the cashew nuts of Con Dao's cashew trees. They are aromatic, rich, and perfect for snacking.

4. Itinerary for a 2-day, 1-night trip to Con Dao

Day

Itinerary

cost

Depart for Con Dao

Airfare: 1,800,000 - 2,599,000 VND/way

Train ticket: 790,000 - 1,100,000 VND/trip

Rent a motorbike

100,000 - 200,000 VND/day

Having lunch

50,000 - 100,000 VND/session

Check-in homestay/hotel

About 500,000 - more than 800,000 VND/night

Visit Bay Canh Island

Free of charge

Watch the sunset at Dam Trau

Free of charge

Have dinner

50,000 - 100,000 VND/session

Have breakfast

50,000 - 100,000 VND/session

Watch the sunrise at Nhat Beach Nhat Beach

Free of charge

Visit Con Dao Prison

20,000 VND/ticket

Visit Pier 914

Free of charge

Having lunch

50,000 - 100,000 VND/session

Visit Ba Phi Van Temple

50,000 - 100,000 VND/session

Shopping at Con Dao market

100,000 - 200,000 VND

Return

Airfare: 1,800,000 - 2,599,000 VND/way

Train ticket: 790,000 - 1,100,000 VND/trip

As you can see, with just about 3,000,000 to 6,000,000 VND per person, you can have a well-rounded 2-day, 1-night trip to Con Dao that is affordable for many.Above are tips and recommendations for a budget-friendly self-guided 2-day, 1-night trip to Con Dao. To optimize your costs, don’t forget about Vietjet’s 0 VND flight promotion – available when purchasing tickets from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM daily. Check details HERE.