{"product_id":"nui-da-bia","title":"Da Bia Mountain, Phu Yen (old), Dak Lak (new)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eDa Bia Mountain: The Majestic \"Thach Bi Son\" in the New Dak Lak\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eCrossing the winding roads of Deo Ca Pass, the eyes of any traveler will be drawn to a colossal rock mass soaring into the clear blue sky. That is \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"170\"\u003eDa Bia Mountain\u003c\/strong\u003e – a heritage entity that embodies both the soul of the sea and the spirit of the mountains. From \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"280\"\u003eJuly 1, 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e, when the new era from \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"311\"\u003eResolution 202\/2025\/QH15\u003c\/strong\u003e officially comes into effect, this legendary mountain of the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"389\"\u003eformer Phu Yen Province\u003c\/strong\u003e will become the \"coastal rooftop\" of the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"444\"\u003enew Dak Lak Province\u003c\/strong\u003e. This transformation not only changes the administrative name but also opens a new chapter for connecting Vietnam's historical values from the highlands to the East Sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThach Bi Son: A Unique Historical and Geological Formation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eFrom Local Trips' expert perspective, Da Bia Mountain is not merely a mountain, but a \"historical witness\" carved from Granite over millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBorder Marker of King Le Thanh Tong\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eThe most important feature that made this mountain famous is the colossal rock mass on its peak. According to historical records, in 1471, during his southern expansion campaign, King Le Thanh Tong had characters carved into this rock to mark the sovereignty and delineate the border between Dai Viet and Champa. Although time and \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"306\"\u003eweathering\u003c\/strong\u003e have faded the ancient inscriptions, the spirit of the \"Heavenly Stele\" still endures as a symbol of national pride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eA Masterpiece of Mountain Formation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eGeologically, Da Bia Mountain is a rare \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003eGranite monolith\u003c\/strong\u003e. Formed from the eruption and intrusion of magma, then weathered by wind and sea rain over millions of years, this rock mass now has a magnificent shape, changing with each viewing angle: sometimes resembling a majestic general, sometimes a lion guarding the bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eList of Administrative Units and Nearby Connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eThe journey to conquer Da Bia Mountain will be complete when you connect with the closely linked entities in the heritage system of the former Phu Yen province:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVung Ro Bay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Located right at the foot of the mountain, preserving the legends of the No-Number ships and pristine blue beaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMui Dien (Dai Lanh Cape):\u003c\/strong\u003e The first place to catch the sunrise on the Vietnamese mainland, only about 10km from the foot of Da Bia Mountain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDeo Ca Tunnel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A modern transportation infrastructure connecting trade between the new Dak Lak and Khanh Hoa, making travel safer and more convenient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDong Hoa Town:\u003c\/strong\u003e The administrative and service center in the southern part of the new Dak Lak province's coastal strip, providing accommodation and tourism logistics services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eTaste Map: The Intersection of Seafood and Forest Delicacies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eConquering Da Bia Peak consumes a lot of energy, and this is when you need to enjoy the culinary quintessence prepared by the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"134\"\u003elocal people\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSun-dried beef with yellow ant salt:\u003c\/strong\u003e A specialty of Son Hoa region, combining the sweetness of grass-fed beef with the sour and pungent taste of forest ant salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVung Ro squid hotpot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh squid just brought up from the bay, dipped in a rich and flavorful coastal hotpot broth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTuy Hoa chicken rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden grains of rice cooked in broth from free-range chicken, served with pungent ginger fish sauce, a distinctive flavor of \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003eXu Nau\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"24,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTuna eye stew:\u003c\/strong\u003e An indispensable culinary entity when talking about old Phu Yen, a steaming pot of stewed tuna eyes with medicinal herbs will help you quickly regain your strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eReference Price List for Tourist Services (Updated 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Price (VND)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdmission ticket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,1,1,0\"\u003eConservation and environmental sanitation fee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,1,2,0\"\u003e20,000 \/ person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHire local tour guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,2,1,0\"\u003eGuiding and historical storytelling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,2,2,0\"\u003e800,000 - 1,500,000 \/ group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eParking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,3,1,0\"\u003eAt the foot of the mountain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,3,2,0\"\u003e10,000 - 20,000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"26,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnjoy seafood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,4,1,0\"\u003eAt Vung Ro floating rafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"26,4,2,0\"\u003e300,000 - 600,000 \/ person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eTourism Economy and Sustainable Development Orientation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eSince its merger into the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003enew Dak Lak Province\u003c\/strong\u003e, Da Bia Mountain has been oriented to become a focal point for forest-sea eco-tourism. The application of \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003edigital transformation in tourism\u003c\/strong\u003e allows tourists to scan QR codes along the trekking route to learn about the plant ecosystem and the history of Thach Bi Son.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eThe new provincial government is promoting the conservation of Deo Ca special-use forest, limiting negative impacts on the natural environment. The development of professional \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"155\"\u003etrekking routes\u003c\/strong\u003e is creating more jobs for local people, while also boosting the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"260\"\u003enight economy\u003c\/strong\u003e in Tuy Hoa City as tourists return to rest after their journey to conquer the peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eLocaltrips.ORG: Accompanying Your Conquering Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eWe believe that Da Bia Mountain peak is an ideal place for people to feel small in front of nature and the grandeur of history. Localtrips.ORG is committed to providing transparent, accurate, and authentic local information about tourist entities in the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"31\" data-index-in-node=\"244\"\u003enew Dak Lak Province\u003c\/strong\u003e. We don't just guide you on mountain climbing, we tell you the story of a heritage land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"33\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Da Bia Mountain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"34\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1. How long does it take to climb Da Bia Mountain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003eThe total round trip takes about 2 - 4 hours, depending on your physical fitness. The system of stone steps has been quite thoroughly constructed, making climbing easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"35\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"35\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2. What is the best time of day to climb the mountain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"35\"\u003eAccording to Local Trips' experience, you should start from 5:00 - 6:00 AM to catch the sunrise and avoid intense heat. Or start at 3:00 PM to watch the sunset over Vung Ro Bay from the mountain peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"36\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"36\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3. Which province is Da Bia Mountain currently managed by?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"36\"\u003eAs of July 1, 2025, Da Bia Mountain falls under the administrative management of the \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"36\" data-index-in-node=\"120\"\u003enew Dak Lak Province\u003c\/strong\u003e after the merger of the entire area of the former Phu Yen Province.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"37\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"37\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e4. What attire should I prepare for trekking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"37\"\u003eYou should wear sports shoes with good grip, and stretchy, sweat-wicking clothes. Don't forget to bring water and some light snacks to replenish energy along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"38\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"38\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5. What can you see from the top of Da Bia Mountain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"38\"\u003eYou will enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view: To the East is the vast East Sea, to the South is Vung Ro Bay and Deo Ca mountain range, to the North is the extensive Tuy Hoa rice fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"39\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"39\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinal advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be a civilized tourist. Absolutely do not litter along the way and do not engrave names on the heritage rocks. Leave only footprints, and take back beautiful photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"40\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"40\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLeave a comment sharing your thoughts on Thach Bi Son or contact Localtrips.ORG for the most professional trekking itinerary consultation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Local Trips","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41553269391493,"sku":null,"price":20000.0,"currency_code":"VND","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Nui_Da_Bia_Phu_Yen_cu_D_k_L_k_m_i_1.jpg?v=1773987678","url":"https:\/\/localtrips.org\/en\/products\/nui-da-bia","provider":"Local Trips","version":"1.0","type":"link"}