Nha Trang | Phan Thiet | Cua Dai | Whale Island | Phu Quoc Island  Nha Trang Vietnam's best municipal beach, with beautiful islands off shore. Nearly ten diving spots, good for maximum three days of diving (from mid-January to mid-October). One day from Ho Chi Minh City.  Phan Thiet Calm beach resort with remarkable Mui Ne Dunes nearby. Best visited on the way to/from Nha Trang or as a beach extension from Ho Chi Minh City.  Cua Dai Pleasant beach, close to Hoi An town (4 km) with the option of staying overnight.  Whale Island Almost totally deserted island North of Nha Trang with a pleasant low-key resort offering a wide range of watersport options. Two or more day excursion from Nha Trang, or on the way to/from Danang/Hoi An. Ninety-minute boat trip required. Closed from mid-October to mid-December.  Phu Quoc Island Magnificent, unspoiled tropical island near Cambodia. Accessible from Rach Gia by boat or from Ho Chi Minh City by air.