Phu Yen - Vietnam Travel Guide

Setting foot in Vietnam’s territory after direct flights to Vietnam, tourists can visit Phu Yen to walk among its breathtaking natural scenery, with many beaches set against the backdrop of mountains and surrounded by coconut palms and sea pines. With close to 200km of unspoiled coastline, the natural beauty of Phu Yen is not only popular with nature lovers, but also with people looking for a relaxing break where they can escape their worries, the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

WHEN TO GO

Usually, there are 2 seasons in Phu Yen: the dry season from January to July and the rainy season from August to December. However, there is no hard and fast rule about best time to visit Phu Yen. The best time for booking direct flights to Vietnam is normally April through the end of September, give or take a month on either end. It all depends on the weather patterns.

HOW TO GO

Located about half way between Nha Trang and Qui Nhon, it takes about a two and a half hour trip by bus from either city. Both north and southbound trains have Phu Yen as a stop about 6 times a day.
If you want to travel by air, you can book direct flights to Vietnam and then fly to Phu Yen with a small plane going north or south once a day. The airport is a short taxi ride from town.

WHAT TO EAT

Since Phu YEn is primarily about farming and fishing, with a lot of fish and shrimp farms in the area, you’re in luck for good fresh seafood. The riverfront is lined with cafes and small restaurants serving all the fresh seafood you could want plus the areas chicken and pork dishes. The prices in most of these places are very reasonable to downright cheap.
In town, there are several small restaurants serving traditional Vietnamese food. On the other hand, western food isn’t that good, so you don’t need to bother.

WHERE TO STAY

On the upper scale of places to stay there is the CenDelux Five Star Hotel and the VietStar Resort and Spa. These two places are out of town and quite expensive for their providing services and facilities. So, for most travelers, the places to stay are in town. On the bottom of the price list would be Bobs Cafe American for dorm at 6$ per night. Everything else is your standard guest house or small hotel with the standard prices; mostly very reasonable and clean.

WHAT TO SEE

Da Dia Cliffs
The winding road up to these cliffs is charming, passing paddy fields, a breathtaking mountain and a traditional village. However, the real draw is the cliffs themselves and you can’t fail to be amazed by your first view of them. The strange rocks here include large upright stones in a symmetrical pattern that looks like a baffling riddle of nature set in stone for all time. It’s like a giant jigsaw, irritatingly made of the same shaped pieces, and forming a solidified structure that has proved more than just a curiosity for thousands. Looking down on it, visitors often liken it to a gigantic beehive, others as a pile of stone plates. Da Dia Cliffs is certainly dramatic and can be considered to be a masterpiece designed by nature.
Mai Nha Island
Mai Nha Island, a quiet speck of land belonging to Phu Yen province and endowed with unspoiled beaches and bizarre rock formations, looks like the roof of an ancient red-tiled house when viewed from afar. Only a few families live on the island by farming and breeding cattle, so you can be sure to find the peace and quiet you are looking for.
After a short sea crossing, you can enjoy this hidden gem’s beaches covered with white sand, where you can choose to simply soak up the sun while you relax with a book or to enjoy the surrounding waters. Swimming is safe from the island, as the sea around the island is calm and the water is clean. From the boat crossing you will notice the beautiful underwater scenery brought by the corals and diving is possible from the island to take a closer look at the corals and the colorful fish that inhabit the reef. You may also be interested to take in the impressive coastal rocks; in a variety of colors, these rocks have been carved by nature into a variety of shapes and as well as offering intrigue, they provide a source of inspiration for many visitors.
O Loan Lagoon
O Loan Lagoon is located at the end of Quan Cau pass, near National Highway 1A. Set against the backdrop of gentle hills, O Loan Lagoon is another expanse of water set in peaceful surroundings that you can enjoy. It is possible to hire a boat so that you can explore the lagoon at your own pace, taking your time to appreciate all that it has to offer, which acts as the perfect distraction from anything that may be on your mind. After rowing around the immense lagoon, tourists will want to head straight for a restaurant to enjoy indigenous specialties: local cockles, crab and oysters. Especially, oysters are most delicious in a mix with peanuts, tomatoes, cucumbers and other vegetables.
Dien Cape
Dien Cape, also called Dai Lanh cape, is an attractive tourist destination. This spot contains a great value of natural landscape, history and culture. Here, you can be one of the first people in Vietnam to watch an inspiring sunrise owing to its easterly position.
Da Trang Pagoda
Da Trang pagoda, also called Tu Quang pagoda was recognized as historical relic at the national level in 1997 by the Ministry of Culture and Information. It is one of the most famous pagodas in Phu Yen province, which attracts many tours and lots of tourists in Vietnam travel to visit. This pagoda is located 20 km north of the town, perched on a mountain slope. The pagoda offers a clear view of the landscape below.
Nhan Tower
Close to the Da Rang River Bridge is Nhan Tower. Built on a hilltop nearby, the tower is 15 meters high. Nhan Tower is a unique symbol for the architectural art of Cham people in Phu Yen province. It has quadrilateral shape with four stories; the fourth story is smaller than the first one. In the period of the late 11th century to the early 12th one, the tower was worshiping place of ancient Cham people.
Long Thuy Beach
Phu Yen has many mountains and sugarly white sand beaches. The white sand beaches run almost the full length of the province are ideal for the beach travellers. However, Long Thuy Beach secures the top spot for its harmonious beauty of natural landscape and the green coconut trees stretching along the sandy beautiful beach.

So, if relaxed tourism is what you really want with deserted beaches while not fighting your way through street vendors; you may want to get off the standard tourist path after your direct flights to Vietnam and give Phu yen a try. The fresh air sunshine and gentle breezes are waiting for you.

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