Routes around Da Lat
1. Central Da Lat: Xuan Huong Lake, the market and Crazy House
Start with a ride around Xuan Huong Lake, the heart of Da Lat. Nearby is the central market, which turns into a night market with street food in the evening — try bánh tráng nướng ("Vietnamese pizza") and hot soy milk. A few minutes away are Crazy House, a whimsical gallery-house shaped like a fairy-tale forest, and Da Lat's old French-built railway station.
Tip: park at the paid, guarded parking lots in the center — cheap and safe.
2. Datanla Waterfall and Tuyen Lam Lake
The road over Prenn Pass leads to Datanla Waterfall, where an alpine coaster takes you down to the water. Nearby is peaceful Tuyen Lam Lake surrounded by pines, and Truc Lam Monastery. You can also reach the monastery by cable car from Robin Hill, with views over valleys and forests.
Tip: come in the morning, before the crowds.
3. Lang Biang Mountain
Lang Biang is the best-known mountain around Da Lat. On the way you pass villages and flower farms. From the foot of the mountain you can go up to the viewpoint by jeep or on foot, and from the top you can see the whole city and the valleys around it.
Tip: it's windy and cool at the top — bring a light jacket.
4. Sunrise at the Cau Dat tea hills
The Cau Dat tea hills are one of the most photogenic places in the region. Early in the morning mist hangs over the hills and the rows of tea bushes look like waves. There are cafés on the plantations where you can drink fresh tea and coffee with a view of the valley. For this trip we recommend the Honda Air Blade 125cc — it's more confident on climbs.
Tip: leave before sunrise, check the weather, and ride slowly in fog.
5. Linh Phuoc Pagoda and the Valley of Love
Linh Phuoc Pagoda in Trai Mat is famous for its mosaics made of broken ceramics and glass, and a giant dragon. On the way back you can stop at the Valley of Love — a park with a lake and flowers — or one of the many cafés overlooking the pine hills.
Tip: dress modestly at the pagoda — shoulders and knees covered.
Which bike for which route
All bikes cost the same, so pick by the road, not the price. Distances are rough round trips from our shop in the centre.
| Route | Round trip | Electric scooter? | Best bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Da Lat: Xuan Huong Lake, the market and Crazy House | ≤ 10 km | ✅ Yes | Honda Vision or electric |
| Datanla Waterfall and Tuyen Lam Lake | 10–15 km | ❌ Not ideal — steep Prenn Pass | Air Blade 125cc or Vision |
| Lang Biang Mountain | ≈ 25 km | ❌ No — long climb up Lang Biang | Honda Air Blade 125cc |
| Sunrise at the Cau Dat tea hills | 40–50 km | ❌ No — too far and hilly | Honda Air Blade 125cc |
| Linh Phuoc Pagoda and the Valley of Love | 10–16 km | ✅ Yes | Honda Vision or electric |
How far an electric scooter goes in Da Lat
One battery lasts about 25–30 km, and each scooter comes with 2 batteries — about 50–60 km in total. Need more? Bring the scooter to our shop and we swap in a full battery for 20,000 VND.
That is plenty for the city centre, the lakes, cafés, the night market and the Linh Phuoc Pagoda side of town. Hills and a passenger use more power, so head back when about a third is left. For long, steep climbs — Prenn Pass, Mimosa Pass, the road up Lang Biang — or a long day out to Cau Dat, take the Honda Air Blade 125cc.
Plan your days by motorbike
Da Lat in 1 day →2 days, 1 night →Da Lat in 3 days →Self-guided day trips (tour routes) →Self-guided route →The city by electric scooter →Tourist map: 6 loops from the shop →Every place, by direction →Photo spot map →Waterfalls map →Cloud hunting & sunrise map →
Before you ride
Do I need a license? →Arriving early by night bus →Riding tips for Vietnam →How renting works →Electric scooter rules →
Rent your bike for these routes
Honda Vision 110cc, Honda Air Blade 125cc or an electric scooter — 150,000 VND per day for any of them, helmet and phone holder included, no cash deposit. We open every day at 4:30 am, and deliver free to central hotels for rentals of 2+ days.
Frequently asked questions
Is it easy to explore Da Lat by motorbike?
Yes, if you are comfortable on an automatic scooter. The sights are spread over the hills, so a bike is the easiest way to see them at your own pace. Ride slowly on bends and downhill, wear your helmet and strictly follow Vietnamese traffic law.
How far can an electric scooter go in Da Lat?
One battery lasts about 25–30 km, and each scooter comes with 2 batteries — about 50–60 km in total. A battery swap at our shop costs 20,000 VND.
Which routes can I ride on an electric scooter?
The city centre and the Linh Phuoc Pagoda / Valley of Love side are easy on an electric scooter. For Datanla over Prenn Pass, Lang Biang and Cau Dat, take the Honda Air Blade 125cc.
How much does a motorbike cost for these routes?
150,000 VND per day for every bike — Honda Vision, Air Blade 125cc or electric — with a helmet and phone holder. No cash deposit: you leave your passport or ID card.
Tips for riding in Da Lat
- Mornings and evenings in Da Lat are cool — bring a jacket or windbreaker.
- In the rainy season, downpours often start in the afternoon: plan long rides for the morning and keep a raincoat under the seat.
- Download offline maps (Google Maps or MAPS.ME) — mobile signal can be weak in the mountains.
- Petrol stations are all over town; fuel is paid in cash (VND).
- Never drink and ride, and strictly follow Vietnamese traffic laws.
Questions about Da Lat?
We'll help with routes, weather and booking a bike — just message us on WhatsApp.
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Honda Vision, Honda Air Blade 125cc and electric scooters — 150,000 VND per day, no cash deposit, helmet included, hotel delivery for 2+ days.