Overview of Quang Tri province

Quang Tri province is an administrative unit formed from the merger of two provinces, Quang Binh and Quang Tri, in the Northern region Central Vietnam. The North borders Ha Tinh province, the South borders Thua Thien Hue province, the West borders the Lao People's Democratic Republic, and the East faces the East Sea with a coastline of more than 200 km. The province's central location is on National Highway 1A, the North - South railway and the North - South expressway, with strategic significance in terms of transportation, national defense and regional economic development.

Province location Quang Tri on Vietnam map

Featured destinations

• Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park: "Park Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park", now in the new Quang Tri province, is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, famous for its ancient and most majestic karst cave system in the world, including the largest cave on the planet - Son Doong. Phong Nha - Ke Bang has become the leading tourism and conservation symbol of Quang Tri, the "Kingdom of Caves" attracting tourists with the magical beauty of Phong Nha Cave, Paradise Cave and other unique adventure tourism routes. This great natural heritage, located in the heart of Quang Tri province, has just been honored as "Asia's Leading National Park", affirming its outstanding position in biodiversity conservation and sustainable tourism development on the international map.  Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (Quang Tri) is a unique ancient tropical karst block, where the combination of pristine nature and geological and biological values has created a destination not to be missed, contributing to making Quang Tri the center of discovery tourism in Vietnam.

• Nhat Le Beach: located in the center of Dong Hoi city, is now the most beautiful and "hot" beach in Quang Tri province, famous for its fine white sand, clear blue sea water and romantic estuary. As one of the leading beaches in Vietnam, Nhat Le (Quang Tri) possesses the beauty of harmonious interference between the river and the sea, creating an ideal space for tourists to relax, swim and enjoy fresh seafood.

• Cua Tung & Cua Viet Beach: Cua Tung & Cua Viet are two strategic seaports, forming a key "tourism triangle" of Quang Tri, along with Con Co Island, promising to become a high-end sea and island resort center of the North Central region. Cua Tung Beach is known as the "Queen of beaches" with its wild beauty, shiny golden sand in the shape of a bow and clear blue sea water, especially the phenomenon of sea water changing color three times a day. Cua Viet Beach is located near Dong Ha city and the East - West Economic Corridor (EWEC), which is being invested heavily to become a dynamic marine economic center and urban resort tourism, attracting tourists with its quiet, safe beaches and exciting water sports activities. 

Other outstanding destinations:

• Bang Hot Springs (formerly Le Thuy - Quang Binh): Bang Hot Springs (also known as Bang Onsen Resort) is a famous hot spring resort, located in Kim Ngan commune Quang Tri province. Bang Hot Springs is located deep in the middle of the majestic Truong Son mountains and forests, about 45-60km southwest of Dong Hoi city center.

• Ngang Pass and Ly Hoa Pass - two famous passes with majestic sea and mountain views, once entered into poetry.

• Bao Ninh Beach, Da Nhay - beautiful beach, still retains its wild character, suitable for vacation travel and photography.

• Con Co Island (Quang Tri) - a green island in the middle of the East Sea, famous for its rich coral ecosystem and island exploration tourism.

• Cha Noi Waterfall, Ta Puong Waterfall, En cave, Son Doong cave (Phong Nha - Ke Bang) - the world's leading magnificent cave system.

Outstanding historical sites

• Quang Tri Ancient Citadel (Quang Tri City): Quang Tri Ancient Citadel is a special national historical relic, associated with the fierce 81 day and night battle (June 28 - September 16, 1972) during the resistance war against the US. This place has become a sacred symbol of patriotism, resilient will and heroic sacrifice of our army and people. Every brick, every inch of land in the Citadel is soaked in the blood and bones of tens of thousands of soldiers who fell to protect this land, contributing to the historic victory.

• Truong Son Martyrs Cemetery (Quang Tri): Truong Son Martyrs Cemetery (Quang Tri) is the largest national cemetery in Vietnam, located on the Ben Tat river, in Vinh Truong commune, Gio Linh district. This is the resting place of more than 10,000 martyrs - those who heroically sacrificed their lives on the legendary Truong Son route during the resistance war against the US. Not only is it a memorial monument, Truong Son Martyrs Cemetery is also a sacred symbol of gratitude, a red address on the journey back to the source, where each visitor deeply feels the indomitable spirit, great sacrifice and patriotism of his father's generations.

• Vinh Moc Tunnels (Vinh Linh, Quang Tri): Vinh Moc Tunnels (Vinh Linh, Quang Tri) is a unique underground structure deep underground, built by the people of Vinh Thach commune (now Vinh Thach and Vinh Giang) during the years of resistance. anti-American. The entire system has more than 1,700 meters of tunnels, including three floors from 12 to 23 meters deep, with full wells, houses, infirmaries, maternity homes, halls... like an "underground village". Today, Vinh Moc Tunnels is a special national historical site, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists to visit and learn about the life and indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese people in the fire and smoke of war.

Other relics:

• The area on both banks of Hien Luong Bridge - Ben Hai River: A symbol of the pain of division and the desire to unify the river for two decades. Today, this place has the 17th Parallel Exhibition House, storing many precious artifacts about a heroic historical period of the nation.

• La Vang Holy Land: Located in Hai Lang district, La Holy Land Vang is the largest pilgrimage center of Vietnamese Catholics. This place is associated with the legend of the apparition of the Virgin Mary, becoming a sacred destination that attracts a large number of tourists and parishioners.

• Dakrong suspension bridge: Spanning the romantic Dakrong river, Dakrong suspension bridge is a symbol of solidarity among ethnic groups in the Truong Son mountainous region. This is also an ideal stop on the legendary Ho Chi Minh route.

• Khe Sanh:is the fiercest battlefield in the resistance war against America, where the historic battle took place in 1968. Today, the Khe Sanh relic site has become becoming a red address, attracting tourists to learn about the resilient fighting spirit of our people and soldiers.

• Command 559 Headquarters: Located in Tan Trach commune (Bo Trach, Quang Binh), this was once the operating center of the legendary Truong Son - Ho Chi Minh route. The relic preserves the mark of strategic talent and persistent fighting spirit of Truong Son forces during the years of resistance.

Best time to travel

March - May: Cool weather, mild sunshine, ideal for visiting caves such as Phong Nha - Ke Bang, Paradise, Son Doong... The water of the Son River is clear, the mountain and forest landscape is brilliant after spring.

June – August: The most exciting beach tourism season. The sea ofNat Le, Bao Ninh, Quang Phu... is clear blue, sunny, suitable for swimming, kayaking, diving to see coral. This is also the peak season for tourism, with many festivals and rich services.

Movement information

Move to Quang Tri

• Airplane:

  • Tourists can fly to Dong Hoi Airport; Ticket prices (Refer to Ho Chi Minh City - Quang Tri route): Airfares range from 896,600 VND to 13,221,000 VND depending on brand and time. VietJet Air has the cheapest ticket from only 896,600 VND. Hanoi - Dong Hoi route fares around 567,000 - 1,700,000 VND

• Train:

  • Quang Tri has train stations such as Dong Ha, Dong Hoi.. Ticket price: Refer to the City route. HCM - Quang Tri average train ticket price is about 1,145,000 VND, the cheapest ticket can be found from only 673,000 VND (cheapest seat class). Da Nang → Quang Tri: 140,000 – 296,000 VND; Hanoi - Quang Tri: 453,000 - 649,000 VND

• Passenger cars: Passenger cars are economical means. Mainly moving along National Highway 1A. Popular car brands here you can refer to are: Queen Cafe; FUTA Ha Son; Camel Travel, Duc Thinh, Nhat Tuan. Hanoi → Quang Tri: about 350,000 – 900,000 VND; City. HCM → Quang Tri: about 500,000 – 1,400,000 VND; Da Nang → Quang Tri: about 130,000 – 670,000 VND

Moving around the city

• Renting a motorbike: The most popular and convenient means of freely exploring.

• Tech taxi/motorbike taxi: Suitable for short distances or traveling in groups. Reputable companies you can refer to include Mai Linh Quang Tri Taxi (Hotline: 0232 3 85 85 85); Sun Taxi Quang Binh (Hotline: 0232 3 53 53 53); Tien Sa Taxi (Hotline: 0232 3 79 79 79)

• Bus: There is a public bus system, but the routes do not cover all tourist destinations.

• Self-driving vehicles (cars/motorbikes): Completely proactive in time and schedule.

Accommodation information

Luxury (4-5 star luxury hotel):

• Meliá Vinpearl Quang Binh: Address: Quach Xuan Ky Street, Hai Dinh Ward, Dong Hoi City, Province Quang Binh; Reservation phone number: +84 232 390 0888; Meliá Vinpearl Quang Binh is a luxury 5-star hotel, located right in the center of Dong Hoi city on the romantic Nhat Le river. With a scale of 22 floors and 127 rooms designed in a luxurious style, the hotel brings a world-class resort experience. Room price ranges: 1,121,870 VND/night.

• Muong Thanh Grand Quang Tri: Address: No. 68, Le Duan Street, Dong Ha City, Quang Tri Province; Reservation phone number / hotline: 0233 389 8888; Muong Thanh Grand Quang Tri is a 4-star hotel, the first luxury hotel in the city. Dong Ha. The hotel has about 175 luxurious rooms with full modern amenities such as restaurant, spa, gym, conference room, swimming pool, karaoke... Reference room price: 857,000 VND/night.

In addition, you can refer to other reputable addresses such as:

• voco Quang Binh Resort by IHG: Address: Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh province. Reservation phone: 0913.401.335 - 085.648.9779.

• SAM Quang Binh Hotel:Address: Huu Nghi Street, Dong Hoi city center, Quang Binh. Reservation phone: +84 232 627 3333.

Resort (Resort, Villa):

• Sun Spa Resort & Villas Quang Binh: 5-star resort, located on a white sand peninsula, facing the sea on 3 sides. Many luxury villas and rooms, with spa, restaurant, swimming pool, beautiful sea view. Price from ~ 1,760,000 VND/night or more for standard room. Hotline: ‎081 370

• Celina Peninsula Resort Quang Tri: 4-star resort, located on Cua Viet beach - beautiful beach, white sand, clear water. Modern design, beachfront villa, infinity pool, spa, children's playground, luxury restaurant & bar; Reference price ranges from 1,500,000 - 5,000,000 VND/night. Address: Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Dong Hoi City, Quang Tri; Hotline: 0232 3900 999

Nalso you can refer to:

• Sun Spa Resort & Villas Quang Binh: Address: Bao Ninh Peninsula, City. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. Reservation phone: 0232 3842 999 (or 0816.697.888 / 0383.791.567)

• Manli Resort Quang Binh: Address: 379 Truong Phap, Quang Phu, City. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.  Phone: 0232 3868 668.

Experience (2-3 star hotel, Homestay, Co hotel…):

• Thanh Thuy Guesthouse: Address: 538 National Highway 9, Ward 3, Dong Ha City, Quang Tri. Reference price: 200,000 - 1,000,000 VND/night. The motel has a clean, airy space, suitable for short-term or business travelers. With prices ranging from only 200,000 - 1,000,000 VND/night, this is an economical, comfortable choice and close to dining and shopping spots.

• Tan Truong Son Hotel: Address: 34 Mac Dinh Chi, Hai Dinh, Dong Hoi, Quang Tri; Phone number:0935 303 866. Reference price: 300,000 VND. The hotel has a convenient location, near the center and famous tourist areas. With a price of about 300,000 VND/night, this place is considered friendly, with neat rooms, suitable for tourists to rest comfortably. 

You can also refer to more:

• 150 Homestay Quang Binh: Address: Near Nhat Le beach, City. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. Phone number/Zalo: 0862 419 568
• Vy Anh Villa: Address: Nguyen Huu Hao Street, Quang Phu, City. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. Phone number/Zalo: 0962 041 288

Local festival cuisine and culture

High-end restaurants:

• Nhat Le Restaurant - Vinpearl Hotel Quang Binh: Luxurious space, beautiful decoration, diverse menu (both Vietnamese and Western dishes), suitable for high-class dinners. 6th floor, Vinpearl Hotel Quang Binh, City. Dong Hoi. Phone: 0232 3900 888 & 0944 399 377. Price 250,000 - 350,000 VND/person

• Sachi Japanese Restaurant: Luxurious style of Japanese cuisine, suitable for romantic evenings and couples; sashimi, sushi, tempura... Address: 93 Hung Vuong, Ward 5, Dong Ha, Quang Tri. Reference price is from 350,000 - 600,000 VND/person.

Other equally famous restaurants:

• Geminai Restaurant: Address: 56 Nguyen Du, City. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. Phone: 0232 393 8888.

• SFC Seafood:Address: 04 Ly Tu Tan, Nam Ly, City. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. Phone: 0707 686 386 & 0376 177 373.

Local cuisine: Porridge soup (Quang Binh soup cake); Filter cake; Banh Beo... at Me Xuan Banh Loc Restaurant (Alley 15 Le Thanh Dong, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi); Quan Tu Quy (17 Co Tam, Dong Hoi City); Co Van Banh Beo Restaurant (82 Le Thanh Dong, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi); Gia Bao Porridge Soup Restaurant (8 Ly Thuong Kiet, Dong Hoi)... Reference price is about 15,000 - 50,000 VND/dish

 Cuisine discovery experience: Food tour of Dong Hoi street & night market; Walk through the shops of banh beo, porridge, banh hoi, banh loc, potato deo, sea bream,... try each small dish, chat with the seller about how to make it and the source of ingredients.

Cultural Experience and Festivals

• Festival of releasing lanterns on Thach Han River:The "Night of Lanterns" Festival (releasing lanterns on Thach Han River) is held on the occasion of July 27 (War Invalids - Martyrs' Day) every year, to commemorate and pay tribute to the heroes and martyrs who sacrificed their lives to protect their homeland, many of whom lost their lives. this river.

• Quang Tri Citadel Festival:  Quang Tri Citadel is an important historical site, where the battle of 81 day and night took place (from June 28 to September 16, 1972) in the resistance war against the US to save the country, with many sacrifices and losses. The Citadel Night Festival is held to commemorate the resilience of the army and people of Quang Tri, pay tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives, and maintain and promote historical traditions, patriotism and the will for peace for future generations.

• Cau Ngu Festival: January of the lunar calendar every year; Coastal villages: Canh Duong (Quang Trach), Bao Ninh, Nhan Trach, Hai Trach, Thanh Trach... Rituals to pray for fish, procession of boats, rituals to worship the fish god; along with traditional games such as net weaving, boat racing, beach soccer, cuisine.

Amusement area

• Mooc Spring: Mooc Spring is a famous eco-tourism destination of Quang Binh, located in the middle of the primeval forest of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. This place attracts tourists with its clear, cool jade green water all year round and its pristine, peaceful natural scenery. Coming to Nuoc Mooc Stream, visitors can bathe in the stream, kayak, jump on the bamboo bridge or simply walk in the forest to fully enjoy the beauty of the mountains and forests of Quang Binh. Ecotourism + entertainment area: stream bathing, kayaking, zipline, explore nature; Address: Phuc Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh

• Pa cha/Ta stream ecotourism area Laos:  Located in Ta Lao village, Ta Long commune, Dakrong district, Quang Tri province, Suoi Pa Cha / Ta Lao is a pristine eco-tourism destination with mountainous forests, clear streams and peaceful space amidst nature. Visitors coming here can experience bathing in the stream, catching fish with traditional indigenous tools, walking on large rocks along the stream and relaxing in the cool, fresh air of the mountains and forests. The tourist area is being developed in the direction of community tourism, where the activities of local people are gently exploited, to preserve the wildness and bring experiences. 

Suggested tour 

• Tour to discover Phong Nha - Ke Bang Heritage & Journey to Quang Tri's memory (3 days 2 night):

  • Departing from Dong Hoi, tourists visit Phong Nha - Ke Bang Cave, Chay River - Dark Cave, overnight in Dong Hoi center. The next day move to Quang Tri, visit Quang Tri Ancient Citadel, Thach Han River, Hien Luong Bridge - Ben Hai River.

  • Organizing unit: Oxalis Adventure Travel Company, Phong Nha Discovery Tours, or Saigontourist – Hue Branch.

  • Reference price:about 3,900,000 VND/adult

• Tour “Journey to the source” – sacred Quang Tri (2 days 1 night):

  • Depart from Dong Ha, visit Truong Son Martyrs Cemetery, Quang Tri Citadel, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge, La Vang Church. Experience the memorial flower releasing ceremony on the Thach Han River at night. 

  • Organizer: Quang Tri Tourist Company, Hue Travel, or Vietnam TravelMart.

  • Reference price: about 2,000,000 - 2,500,000 VND/person

• Quang Binh nature discovery tour - Experience the magnificent cave (2 days 1 night / 3 days 2 nights):

  • Explore Thien Duong Cave, Mooc Spring, Chay River - Dark Cave, or choose an adventure tour to explore Tu Lan Cave, En Cave. Stay overnight at a homestay in Phong Nha or a resort near the stream.

  • Organizer: Oxalis Adventure, Phong Nha Explorer, Netin Travel Quang Binh.

  • Reference price:about 3,190,000 VND/person 

• Eco tour - sea and islands of Quang Binh - Quang Tri (3 days 2 nights):

  • Experience Nhat Le beach, Da Nhay beach (Quang Binh), move to Quang Tri to visit the eco-tourism area Ta Lao - Pa Cha stream, excursion to Con Co Island, enjoy fresh seafood and coral diving activities.

  • Organizing unit: Quang Tri Travel Company, Vietravel Hue, Quang Binh Tourism.

  • Reference price:about 3,000,000 VND/adult