Vietnam Coastal Loop: 4 Stops, 6 Days

Published: 2026-02-22

This trip followed a coastal progression from Phan Thiet to Bau Trang, then north to Phan Rang and Ninh Hoa. The goal was balanced riding days with sunrise/sunset photo stops.

Route Snapshot

Day 1-2: Phan Thiet base. Day 3: Bau Trang dunes check-in. Day 4: Phan Rang overnight. Day 5-6: Ninh Hoa transition and recovery.

Field Notes

  • Early starts reduced heat exposure and traffic friction.
  • Fuel planning margin mattered in long sparse segments.
  • Weather shifts changed break timing more than route choice.