Cua Tung Beach – Q's journey to find the "Queen of the East Sea"

Cua Tung Beach – Journey to find the “Queen of the East Sea” of Quang Tri

There are places that are not only beautiful because of the landscape, but also beautiful because of the gentle stories behind each wave. Cua Tung Beach is such a place - a place where people come to rest, but also bring back tranquility and peace of mind.

Located in Vinh Linh – Quang Tri, Cua Tung used to be a resort for the French in the past. Although time passes, the old structures may fade, but the pristine beauty of the sea remains: long white sand, clear blue water, rows of poplar trees rustling in the wind – all like a gentle symphony.

Coming to Cua Tung, we not only see the sea, we also hear the story of the land and the people - about resilience, perseverance and gentleness.

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Where is Cua Tung?

From Dong Ha, travel about 35km to the North, following the fields, sand dunes and small fishing villages, you will reach Cua Tung beach. The journey is short but feels very “down to earth” – like being gradually brought back to nature and peace.

The highlight of this place is the red basalt range stretching out to the sea in 8 capes – seen from above like a comb brushing the waves. Beautiful in its own unique way, very Quang Tri.

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When should I go to Cua Tung?

Best: April to August – clear sky, gentle sea, water as blue as glass.

Travel restrictions: September-October because of the typical storms in the Central region.

> Small tip: Before going, remember to check the weather forecast and choose calm sea days for safer swimming.

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Move to Cua Tung

You can choose:

Motorbike: Convenient for exploring along the coast, rental price is about 120,000 - 150,000 VND/day.

Taxi from Dong Ha: About 300,000 - 400,000 VND/way.

Bicycle: A great experience if you want to leisurely stroll along the beach.

> If you go by motorbike, remember to fill up with gas before leaving Dong Ha because there are not many gas stations in the coastal area.

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Where to stay when coming to Cua Tung?

The beach is still pristine, so the accommodation services are simple and cute:

At Cua Tung:

Place of residence Features Reference price

Ngoc Ha Guesthouse Near the beach, clean room 200,000 - 300,000 VND/night
Thanh Phat Hotel Sea view, basic amenities 250,000 - 350,000 VND/night

In Dong Ha (if you want more convenience):

Muong Thanh Quang Tri – 4 stars, from 800,000 VND/night

Saigon Dong Ha – 3 stars, from 500,000 VND/night

> If you go in the summer, you should book a room in advance to avoid running out of space.

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What to eat in Cua Tung? – The taste of the sea on the tip of your tongue

If you like fresh seafood - delicious - not fussy, Cua Tung will definitely satisfy you.

Recommended dishes to try:

Dried squid - sweet meat, fragrant when grilled

Lobster - grouper - crab steamed fresh from the fishing boat this morning

Hot and light grouper porridge

Banh Khoai Cua Tung – crispy, super delicious dipping sauce

Sa Lung Jellyfish Salad – crispy, cool, very “delicious” to eat

Some good restaurants:

Restaurant Description Suggestion

Hai Quang Cuu Fresh seafood, reasonable price Go in groups and order seafood by kg for cheaper prices
Goc Bien Restaurant Beautiful sunset view. Remember to book a table in advance.
Grouper porridge at Mai Quan Small but authentic flavor Ideal for breakfast

> Tip: Buy seafood at Cua Tung market and ask the restaurant to cook it for you to save money.

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What to buy as gifts?

Cua Tung fish sauce - salty with the true taste of the Central region sea

Dried squid – dried shrimp – yellowstripe scad

Cua Tung coarse salt – seemingly simple but surprisingly delicious

Buying at Cua Tung market is the best.

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End of a trip

Cua Tung is not noisy, not bustling. Here you will:

Wake up early to hear the sound of waves gently lapping at life

Sitting by the sea without saying anything