Don Duong

Đơn Dương is a district in south-central Lâm Đồng province, situated along National Highway 20 between Da Lat and Di Linh. The name originates from a Mạ word, "Daàm-krông," meaning "big waterfalls." The district covers 612 km² with a population of about 178,000 (as of 2018), and the capital lies at Thạnh Mỹ town.

The district has a mild highland climate due to its elevation of around 900–1,000 m. The landscape features pine forests, agricultural land, and the scenic Châu Sơn – Đơn Dương pine forest area. Agriculture — coffee, tea, vegetables, and flowers — forms the economic base. The dry season from November to April is the best time to visit.

By Plane

Lien Khuong Airport (DLI IATA) near Da Lat is about 40 km north (45 min by road). Taxis and shuttle buses connect from the airport.

By Car / Road

Đơn Dương lies on National Highway 20, 40 km south of Da Lat and 20 km north of Di Linh. Regular buses between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City pass through the district. By motorbike, it's a scenic 40-minute ride from Da Lat.

The district centre of Thạnh Mỹ is compact and walkable. Xe om and local buses serve the surrounding communes. Motorbike rental is available in Da Lat for exploring Đơn Dương.

• Châu Sơn pine forest — A scenic pine forest area popular with locals for picnics and walks.

• Tea and coffee plantations — Rolling hills of agricultural land.

• Thạnh Mỹ town — The district capital with a local market and surrounding farmland.

• Pongour Falls — Located nearby at the boundary with Đức Trọng district, one of the widest waterfalls in Vietnam.

• Motorbike touring — The roads between Đơn Dương and Da Lat offer excellent views.

• Coffee plantation visits — See how highland coffee is grown.

• Trekking — Walks through the pine forests and hills.

Roadside eateries along Highway 20 serve phở, bánh mì, and cơm tấm. Simple restaurants in Thạnh Mỹ offer Vietnamese staples.

Highland coffee is widely available. Bottled water is recommended.

• Budget: Guesthouses on Highway 20 (from 120,000 dong).
• Mid-range: Mini-hotels in Thạnh Mỹ (from 250,000 dong).

Local coffee and tea are the best purchases. The Thạnh Mỹ market sells fresh produce and daily essentials.

• Da Lat (40 km north, 45 min) — Hill-station city with countless attractions.
• Di Linh (20 km south) — Tea and coffee district.
• Đức Trọng (15 km east) — Home of Pongour Falls and Lien Khuong Airport.
• Bao Loc (100 km south, 2 hr) — Tea capital of Vietnam.