Private Car 3D2N Tour: Da Nang – Mang Den Kon Tum Central Highlands

[!NOTE] Pricing Note for International Tourists The prices listed are inclusive of a 20% tax and service fee applied to foreign tourists. Estimated USD rates are based on current exchange rates and may slightly vary.

A 3-day 2-night tour from Da Nang to Mang Den (Kon Tum) takes you from the blue ocean up into the lush Central Highlands, to a destination fondly known as “The Second Da Lat”. Perched at 1,200 meters above sea level with a refreshing year-round climate of 18–20°C, Mang Den is an ideal mountain haven for relaxation.

This guide provides a detailed itinerary, all-inclusive SUV rental rates, and practical tips for a refreshing getaway.

Why Choose an SUV for Your Mang Den Trip?

The 240km drive from Da Nang to Mang Den crosses mountain passes along Highway 24 — a route best navigated in a sturdy vehicle. Booking an intercity private car service with Faifo Express ensures you travel in an elevated 7-seater SUV engineered for stability, comfort, and safety on mountain bends.

Our drivers know the Highland roads intimately, timing your arrival before dusk while recommending scenic photo stops along the way. See our Da Nang to Mang Den route guide for route details.

All-Inclusive SUV Rental Rates: Da Nang ↔ Mang Den Kon Tum

Rates include fuel, driver, toll fees, and overnight waiting charges; excluding hotel stays, entrance fees, and personal dining. See our Faifo Express price list.

Detailed 3D2N Itinerary

📍 DAY 1: DA NANG / HOI AN → HIGHWAY 24 PASS → MANG DEN HIGHLANDS

• 06:00: SUV private car picks up your group in Da Nang / Hoi An, traveling south toward Quang Ngai before ascending Highway 24.
• 11:30: Enjoy a lunch of Highland bamboo-tube sticky rice and grilled free-range chicken in Mang Den.
• 14:00: Check into your resort/homestay nestled among whispering pine forests.
• 15:30: Visit the sacred Our Lady of Mang Den Statue.
• 18:30: Savor spicy Mang Den pepper hotpot in the cool mountain evening.

Evening mist over pine hills — signature climate of Mang Den.

What draws travelers to Mang Den is the tranquil air of expansive pine forests. After a morning drive from the coast, breathing crisp 18°C mountain air provides instant rejuvenation.

📍 DAY 2: PA SY WATERFALL → DAK KE LAKE → KHANH LAM PAGODA → STRAWBERRY FARM

• 07:00: Cloud-hunting morning paired with rich local Arabica coffee.
• 08:30: Discover Pa Sy Waterfall Eco-Park cascading through pristine forests.
• 10:30: Walk around mirror-like Dak Ke Lake.
• 14:30: Visit Khanh Lam Pagoda atop pine-covered hills.
• 16:30: Pick fresh strawberries and cherry tomatoes at organic highland farms.

Strawberry harvesting at organic farms on Day 2.

Mang Den is famous for its “seven lakes and three waterfalls” along with cold-climate organic farms.

📍 DAY 3: MANG DEN MARKET → SOUVENIR SHOPPING → RETURN TO DA NANG / HOI AN

• 08:00: Visit Mang Den Market for Ngoc Linh ginseng roots, wild honey, and dried bamboo shoots.
• 10:00: Private car picks you up for the scenic drive back to Da Nang / Hoi An.
• 16:00: Drop-off at your original pickup point, concluding your refreshing 3D2N trip.

Modern SUV for smooth highland travel with Faifo Express.

Central Highlands Cuisine Highlights

• Bamboo-Tube Sticky Rice & Charcoal Chicken: Free-range chicken marinated in forest herbs served with fragrant glutinous rice cooked in bamboo.
• Sichuan-style Pepper Hotpot: Spicy, warming hotpot broth perfect for 18°C chilly evenings.
• Mang Den Arabica Coffee: Aromatic coffee cultivated in high-altitude basalt soil.
• Ngoc Linh Wild Herbs & Ginseng: Renowned medicinal herbs from Kon Plong district.

Tips & Practical Advice

Pack Warm Clothes: Even in summer, evenings in Mang Den can drop to 15°C. Bring jackets, scarves, and sneakers.

Book Resorts Early: Homestays in Mang Den are limited; book ahead for weekends.

Mountain Drive Preparation: Motion-prone passengers should request front seats. For route comparisons, read our guide on Da Nang 7-Seater Car Rental Tips. Locate Mang Den on Google Maps.

Estimated Budget & Savings Tips

For a group of 4–6 traveling in a 7-seater SUV, the estimated 3D2N budget per person is: car rental ~8,640,000 VNĐ (~1,440,000 VNĐ/person), homestay ~840,000 VNĐ/double room/night, dining and entry ~480,000 VNĐ/person/day. Total per person is approx. $120 – $140 USD for three days.

Save by traveling as a group to split long-distance car fares.

Conclusion

A 3-day 2-night Da Nang – Mang Den tour offers a soul-soothing journey into Vietnam’s cool Central Highlands. With private SUV transport, mountain driving becomes an enjoyable breeze.

Call Hotline 0387.913.152 for instant SUV quotes and custom Mang Den trip reservations with Faifo Express!