Con Dao Heritage, Spiritual & Wellness: Historic Sites – Blue Sea – Retreat
3-day tour exploring Con Dao: historic sites, spirituality, blue sea, and wellness retreat
Con Dao Airport → Hotel → Prison Historic Site → Hang Duong Cemetery → Beach → Snorkeling → Airport
Overview
A 3-day, 2-night tour in Con Dao: visit Con Dao prison historic site, pay respects at Hang Duong Cemetery, swim, snorkel, and relax at a beachfront resort.
Introduction
Con Dao is a beautiful archipelago in the East Sea, home to pristine beaches, primary forests, and diverse marine ecosystems. But Con Dao is not just nature – it is also a historical witness with Con Dao Prison and Hang Duong Cemetery, the resting place of thousands of revolutionary soldiers. This tour combines visits to historic sites, spirituality, swimming, snorkeling, and wellness retreat.
Highlights
You will visit the Con Dao prison system – once known as 'hell on earth', pay respects at Hang Duong Cemetery – the resting place of Sister Vo Thi Sau and thousands of heroes. Additionally, you will swim at Dam Trau Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, snorkel at Bay Canh Island, and relax at a beachfront resort with spa services and fresh seafood cuisine.
Why choose this tour
This is an ideal tour for those who want to combine historical exploration, spirituality, and beach retreat in one journey. With a private car, English-speaking guide, and beachfront resort, you will have a meaningful and relaxing vacation in Con Dao.
Highlights
Visit Con Dao Prison – 'hell on earth' and national historic site
Pay respects at Hang Duong Cemetery – resting place of Sister Vo Thi Sau
Swim at Dam Trau Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam
Snorkel at Bay Canh Island – a diverse marine protected area
Explore Con Dao's primary forest and rich marine ecosystem
Enjoy fresh seafood: lobster, crab, snails, grouper
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Con Dao – Historic Sites
Pick up at Con Dao Airport. Transfer to hotel/resort, check in. Afternoon: visit Con Dao prison system: tiger cages, solitary cells, infirmary – where thousands of revolutionary soldiers were held. Pay respects at Hang Duong Cemetery, offer incense at the grave of Sister Vo Thi Sau. Evening: enjoy fresh seafood at a local restaurant. Overnight in Con Dao.
Day 2
Blue Sea – Snorkeling – Wellness
After breakfast, depart for Dam Trau Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam. Swim and relax. Lunch at a beachfront restaurant. Afternoon: snorkel at Bay Canh Island – a marine protected area with diverse coral ecosystems. Alternatively, visit Hon Cau or Hon Tre. Evening: free time to rest, spa, or evening beach walk. Overnight in Con Dao.
Day 3
Con Dao – Departure
After breakfast, free time for swimming or shopping for Con Dao specialties: coconut oil, fish sauce, dried seafood. Check out of resort. Transfer to Con Dao Airport. End of program.
Included / Not Included
Included
- 02 nights accommodation in Con Dao
- Private air-conditioned car for Con Dao sightseeing
- English-speaking guide
- Meals as per program
- Entrance fees: Con Dao Prison, Hang Duong Cemetery
- Snorkeling at Bay Canh Island
- Bottled water in car
Not included
- Flight tickets to/from Con Dao, visa
- Airport transfers if not specified
- Drinks, personal expenses
- Tips
- Single room supplement, surcharge for holidays/Lunar New Year
- Travel insurance