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Con Dao: My Solo Adventure to Paradise! 🏝️
Been dreaming about it for ages, and finally, I took the plunge! A solo trip to Con Dao because no one else would join me. 🤣
I thought Con Dao was all about solemn pilgrimages, but WOW, was I wrong! This peaceful, untouched island is bursting with stunning spots!
💰 Budget Breakdown: 4 Days, 3 Nights (Solo Trip)
Total damage: 3.3 million VND
🚢 Getting There & Around
- Ferry: From Tran De Port (Soc Trang).
- Tickets: Outbound: 408k VND, Inbound: 480k VND.
- Tip: The ferry ride is about 2.5 hours. If you're prone to seasickness, Tran De is your best bet, it's the closest. Also, check the weather and aim for a calm, less windy day!
- Island Transport: Motorbike rental: 150k VND/day.
🏠 Accommodation
- Hotel in the heart of Con Dao (right by the clock roundabout). Price: 350k VND/night.
🏖️ Picture-Perfect Spots: My Itinerary
Day 1:
- 4-6 PM: Explore Area 914 + Beach time!
Day 2:
- 9-11 AM: Bai Dam Trau & Bai Bi Mat (right next door!). Get that iconic landing plane shot! ✈️
- 4 PM: Head to Bai Nhat. A quick 5-minute hike up the hill for breathtaking coastal views.
- 5 PM: Sunset drinks at Bus Con Dao Cafe. 🌅
- 9 PM: Pay your respects at Hang Duong Cemetery.
Day 3:
- 10 AM: Bai Nhat again! Time for that trending "Dai Ly" video + more photos (avoid the harsh afternoon sun).
- 11 AM: Check out the lighthouse!
- 12 PM: Photo op at Mui Tau Be.
- 12:30 PM: "Love Con Dao" sign – gotta get that shot! ❤️
- 4 PM: Hike up Nui Con Voi (Elephant Mountain) for panoramic views of Con Dao and the Six Senses resort.
Day 4:
- 8 AM: The abandoned ship area. Super scenic! Go before 10 AM before the tide comes in. 📸
- 10 AM: Check out of the hotel and head back to the mainland.
🍲 Foodie Adventures
- Com Nieu Hoa Giay (Rice in Clay Pot)
- Seafood at the night market + Com Chay Kho Quet (Crispy Rice with Caramelized Fish Sauce)
- Banh Canh Cua Ngoc (Crab Noodle Soup)
- Bun Cha Ca (Fish Cake Noodle Soup) – opposite Con Dao Market
- MUST-TRY: Coconut Ice Cream at Dat Con Dao. Trust me, it's the best on the island! 🥥🍦
✨ Final Thoughts
Con Dao is still wonderfully untouched. Beautiful beaches, clear turquoise waters, friendly locals, and lots of monkeys that aren't shy about begging for food! 🐒
Combining a spiritual pilgrimage with sightseeing? Con Dao is a two-in-one experience!
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📸 Shared by Pham Trong Nghia
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