How much is the Nui Ba Den cable car ticket in 2026?

The expected cable car ticket price for 2026 is 450,000 VND for the Van Son Peak route (round trip) and 250,000 VND for the Hang Pagoda route. The Peak + Buffet Combo is 850,000 VND.

What is the best time for cloud hunting on Nui Ba Den?

The golden time for cloud hunting on the mountain peak is from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM. You should depart from HCMC at 4:30 AM to catch the most beautiful sea of clouds.

TET HOLIDAY GUIDE 2026

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE &
CABLE CAR TICKETS 2026

Q: When does the Nui Ba Den Festival 2026 open?

The Nui Ba Den Spring Festival 2026 (Year of the Horse) will officially open on the evening of the 4th day of Tet (February 20, 2026) with the theme 'Colors of Tay Ninh'.

Latest updates on the Opening Ceremony of the Year of the Horse Spring Festival and Sun World Ba Den Mountain cable car ticket prices for 2026.

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Opening Date

Feb 20 (4th Lunar)

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Tickets From

300,000 VND

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16-Seater Van

2,700,000 VND

LEGEND OF LINH SON THANH MAU - THE SPIRITUAL HEART OF TAY NINH

Nui Ba Den is not only the "Roof of Southern Vietnam" standing at 986m, but also the sanctuary of Linh Son Thanh Mau (The Black Virgin Lady) - the supreme spiritual symbol in the hearts of Southern people. The legend of Ba Den is associated with the story of Ly Thi Thien Huong, a filial and virtuous woman.

Tay Bo Da Son Buddha Statue – A radiant spiritual symbol among the clouds

Legend has it that Thien Huong, to preserve her chastity, threw herself down the mountain. Later, she appeared in monks' dreams and helped the villagers through disasters and epidemics. Admiring her virtuous heart, the Nguyen Dynasty bestowed upon her the title "Linh Son Thanh Mau".

Visiting Nui Ba Den in 2026, tourists can not only worship at the 300-year-old Ba Pagoda but also admire the Tay Bo Da Son Buddha statue - the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia. The combination of traditional Mother Goddess worship and modern Buddhist culture creates a profound spiritual space, bringing peace to anyone who sets foot here.

NUI BA DEN SPRING FESTIVAL SCHEDULE 2026 (YEAR OF THE HORSE)

The Nui Ba Den Spring Festival 2026 with the theme "Colors of Tay Ninh" will officially open on the evening of the 4th day of the Lunar New Year (February 20, 2026). This is not only the largest festival in Tay Ninh province but also the opening event for the Southern pilgrimage season. With large-scale investment in spring flower landscapes and lighting technology, 2026 promises to bring spectacular experiences for visitors.

Highlights of "Colors of Tay Ninh" Festival 2026:

flare 3D Mapping Water Show: Modern lighting technology performance on the background of the Buddha statue every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening.
flare Lantern Offering Ceremony: A sacred ritual praying for peace with thousands of shimmering lanterns on the mountain peak every Saturday evening.
flare Spring Flower Space: Large-scale Tulip fields and brilliant temperate flowers right at the 986m peak.

NUI BA DEN CABLE CAR TICKET PRICE LIST 2026 (EXPECTED)

Sun World Ba Den Mountain provides modern cable car routes taking visitors to visit Ba Pagoda and conquer the mountain peak. Below is the reference ticket price list for the 2026 festival season:

Cable Car Route	Adult (VND)	Child (VND)
Van Son Peak Route (Round trip)	450,000	350,000
Hang Pagoda Route (Round trip)	250,000	200,000
Buffet Option (Van Son)	300,000	200,000
Combo Peak + Buffet	850,000	500,000

Important notes for the 2026 festival season:

Purchase tickets online at least 24 hours in advance to scan the code and skip the 1-2 hour queue at the counter.
It is very cold on the mountain peak early in the morning (especially when cloud hunting from 7 AM - 9 AM), so please bring a jacket.
Depature from Ho Chi Minh City at 4:30 AM is recommended to catch the sea of clouds and avoid traffic jams at the gateway to Tay Ninh.

CLOUD HUNTING GUIDE ON NUI BA DEN PEAK (986M)

The sea of clouds at Nui Ba Den has become a "specialty" not to be missed. To successfully hunt clouds in 2026, you need to note:

The sea of clouds at Nui Ba Den is as beautiful as a fairyland (Illustration)

✓ Time: Early morning from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM is when the clouds are thickest and most beautiful. If you go after 10 AM, the clouds will gradually dissipate under the sunlight.
✓ Location: The 986m milestone area and the balcony around the Buddha statue are the best "check-in" spots for clouds.
✓ Weather: Days after rain or early mornings with thick fog at the foot of the mountain are "signals" of a brilliant sea of clouds at the peak.

TAY NINH CUISINE - WHAT TO EAT?

The trip will not be complete if you miss the famous delicious dishes of the holy land:

Banh Canh Trang Bang - A specialty not to be missed when visiting Tay Ninh

Banh Canh Trang Bang: White noodles, sweet broth, served with pork hock and wild vegetables.

Tay Ninh Young Beef: Tender, sweet beef, rolled with rice paper exposed to dew (Banh Trang Phoi Suong), creating an unforgettable flavor.

Grapefruit Nem & Shrimp Salt: Specialties to buy as gifts bearing the soul of Tay Ninh.

BEST WAY TO TRAVEL TO TAY NINH

To make the new year pilgrimage with your family complete and comfortable, choosing a means of transport is extremely important.

MGM's 16-seater car rental service to Nui Ba Den 2026 from HCMC is offering a record price of only 2,700,000 VND (All-in).

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