Vietnam golf holidays offer international travel agents and tour operators a flexible way to combine championship golf with Vietnam’s beaches, heritage sites and luxury resorts. With courses designed by internationally recognized names such as Greg Norman, Sir Nick Faldo and Luke Donald, golfers can choose from coastal links, mountain layouts, resort courses and parkland golf across the country.
For B2B partners, Vietnam’s regional variety makes it possible to build tailor-made golf itineraries around different travel styles, from dedicated golf trips to private holidays combining golf, culture and leisure.
Why Choose Vietnam Golf Holidays?
For international travel agents and tour operators, Vietnam golf holidays offer an attractive combination of championship golf, luxury resorts and cultural experiences.
Golfers can play beside the East Sea in Da Nang, among sand dunes in Ho Tram, against a mountain backdrop in Lang Co or beneath pine forests in Da Lat. At the same time, these courses are located close to some of the country’s most attractive cultural and leisure destinations.
The country’s golf scene has also benefited from the involvement of internationally known golf architects. Greg Norman designed courses including BRG Danang, The Bluffs Ho Tram and KN Golf Links, while Sir Nick Faldo designed Laguna Lang Co. Luke Donald designed Ba Na Hills Golf Club. These courses give international golfers recognizable names while allowing them to experience landscapes that are distinctly Vietnamese.
For B2B partners, this creates an important selling point: Vietnam is not just a place to add a few rounds of golf to a holiday. It can be built as a complete golf-focused itinerary.
1. Da Nang, Hoi An & Lang Co: Vietnam’s Best Golf Region
Central Vietnam is one of the strongest regions for Vietnam golf holidays, with several high-quality courses within easy reach of Da Nang and Hoi An.
The coastline between Da Nang, Hoi An and Lang Co has an unusually strong concentration of high-quality courses, allowing golfers to play several different layouts without constantly changing hotels. Greg Norman’s recommended Vietnam golf itinerary also highlights this region, listing BRG Danang, Hoiana Shores, Ba Na Hills, Montgomerie Links and Laguna Lang Co among the area’s key courses.
This makes Central Vietnam particularly attractive for 4–7 night golf stays, with golf easily combined with Hoi An, Hue, beach resorts and local experiences.
BRG Danang Golf Resort
Danang Golf Resort is one of the signature courses of Central Vietnam and one of Greg Norman’s most recognizable designs in the country.
Located along the coast south of Da Nang, the 18-hole links-style course was shaped around sandy terrain, natural vegetation and coastal dunes. The setting gives golfers a strong sense of playing in a natural landscape rather than on a heavily landscaped resort course. Vietnam Tourism describes it as the country’s first links-style course, while Norman himself has highlighted the variety of shots created by its seaside dunes setting.
Its location is also highly practical for travel planners. Golfers can stay in Da Nang, play a morning round and still have time for Hoi An, the Marble Mountains or a relaxed evening by the beach.
Recommend for: experienced golfers, couples, luxury travelers and clients who want golf combined with Da Nang and Hoi An.
Hoiana Shores Golf Club
Hoiana Shores Golf Club offers a very different coastal experience.
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the 18-hole, par-71 course stretches along approximately two kilometers of coastline. Its links-style design uses sand dunes, coastal vegetation and sea winds, with views toward the East Sea and Cham Islands.
One of its biggest advantages for international clients is its proximity to Hoi An Ancient Town. Golfers can stay at the integrated Hoiana resort complex and combine a round with cultural sightseeing, dining and resort leisure without long daily transfers.
It is also a strong choice for family and mixed-interest groups. While some members play golf, others can enjoy the resort, spa, pools or children’s facilities. Hoiana specifically promotes family golf programs and activities for different ages and skill levels.
Recommend for: luxury golf holidays, families, couples and mixed-interest groups.
Montgomerie Links Vietnam
Montgomerie Links sits between Da Nang and Hoi An, making it another convenient addition to a Central Vietnam golf itinerary.
Designed by Colin Montgomerie, the course combines links-style elements with natural coastal terrain. Its location makes it particularly easy to combine with a beachfront stay in Da Nang or Hoi An rather than treating the course as a separate destination.
For travel agents, this is useful when building a program around two or three different courses in the same region. Clients can play Montgomerie Links on one day, BRG Danang on another and Hoiana Shores on a third, while keeping the same hotel base.
Recommend for: multi-course itineraries and golfers who want variety without excessive travel time.
Ba Na Hills Golf Club
Ba Na Hills Golf Club provides a completely different setting.
Designed by Luke Donald, the course lies in the foothills and forests of Ba Na Hills, around 25 minutes from central Da Nang. Unlike the coastal courses around Hoi An and Non Nuoc Beach, Ba Na Hills gives golfers a mountainous environment and cooler, greener surroundings.
Its location also creates a strong option for mixed-interest groups. Non-golfers can visit Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge while golfers spend the day on the course.
Recommend for: couples and families combining golf with Da Nang sightseeing and Ba Na Hills.
Laguna Golf Lang Co
Further north, Laguna Golf Lang Co adds another dimension to a Central Vietnam itinerary.
Located within the Laguna Lang Co integrated resort, the 18-hole, par-71 course was designed by Sir Nick Faldo. The layout works with the existing terrain, weaving through trees, streams, rice paddies and rock formations, with mountains and the sea creating a dramatic backdrop.
For B2B planners, its greatest strength is the stay-and-play combination. Golfers can stay within the resort and combine golf with spa treatments, beach time and excursions to Hue or Hoi An. The resort also offers golf packages that combine accommodation with green fees, caddy and shared golf cart.
Recommend for: luxury resort golf, couples, wellness travelers and longer Central Vietnam stays.
2. Hanoi & Ha Long Bay: Golf with Vietnam’s Heritage
Northern Vietnam is a strong choice for clients who want to combine golf with Hanoi and Ha Long Bay rather than spend their entire holiday at a resort.
Around Hanoi, golfers can access several courses while still enjoying the city’s historic neighborhoods, restaurants and cultural attractions.
BRG Kings Island Golf Resort
BRG Kings Island Golf Resort is located around Dong Mo Lake outside Hanoi. Its setting among water, hills and countryside gives it a very different character from the coastal courses of Central Vietnam.
For a first-time visitor, it works particularly well as part of a Hanoi golf extension rather than as the sole purpose of the trip.
A client might spend two or three nights in Hanoi, play Kings Island, explore the Old Quarter and then continue to Ha Long Bay.
FLC Ha Long Bay Golf Club
The strongest reason to combine golf with Ha Long Bay is the scenery.
FLC Ha Long Bay was specifically highlighted by Greg Norman as one of the most scenic courses in Vietnam, with its elevated position overlooking the bay. His suggested itinerary combines golf at FLC Ha Long Bay with a Ha Long Bay cruise, which is an excellent example of how golf and sightseeing can complement each other rather than compete for time.
This makes Northern Vietnam particularly attractive for clients who may not want a purely golf-focused holiday.
Recommend for: first-time visitors, couples, luxury travelers and golf-and-culture itineraries.
Sky Lake Resort & Golf Club
Sky Lake Resort & Golf Club is another option around Hanoi, with 36 holes divided between contrasting course layouts. Its location around 45 kilometers from central Hanoi makes it practical for a day of golf while staying in the capital.
For B2B programs, Sky Lake can be particularly useful when clients want multiple rounds near Hanoi rather than traveling to another region.
3. Ho Chi Minh City & Ho Tram: Golf, City Life and Coastal Luxury
Southern Vietnam is particularly well suited to Vietnam golf holidays that combine city experiences with coastal resort stays.
Vietnam Golf & Country Club
Vietnam Golf & Country Club is one of the most convenient options for golfers staying in Ho Chi Minh City.
Its proximity to the city means it can be incorporated into an itinerary without requiring a separate resort stay. A golfer could spend the morning on the course and return to central Ho Chi Minh City for an afternoon of sightseeing or business meetings.
This makes it particularly suitable for short golf extensions, business travelers and clients combining leisure with corporate travel.
The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram
For a dedicated golf-and-beach experience, however, The Bluffs Ho Tram is the standout option.
Designed by Greg Norman, The Bluffs uses the natural sand dunes and coastal elevation of Ho Tram rather than flattening the terrain. Some dunes rise dramatically above the surrounding landscape, creating elevation changes and views toward the East Sea. Norman has described the course as one of his favorite golf experiences and emphasized how wind and changing conditions can make different rounds feel completely different.
The course is part of the larger Ho Tram resort destination, meaning the golf experience can be paired with luxury accommodation, beach time, dining and other leisure activities.
For B2B partners, this makes Ho Tram particularly strong as a 2–3 night golf extension from Ho Chi Minh City.
Recommend for: luxury golfers, couples, resort stays and clients who want a premium golf experience without traveling far from Ho Chi Minh City.
4. Nha Trang & Cam Ranh: Golf Meets a Beach Holiday
For clients looking for a beach-focused Vietnam golf holiday, Nha Trang and Cam Ranh offer a strong combination of golf and resort experiences.
KN Golf Links Cam Ranh
KN Golf Links is one of Greg Norman’s major designs in Vietnam. Located around Cam Ranh Bay, the course works with natural sand dunes and coastal terrain, creating a links-style experience with expansive views.
The destination is particularly interesting because it offers two contrasting golf experiences: the championship Links Course and the more forgiving Oasis Course. Norman’s Vietnam itinerary describes the Links Course as a strategic dunes layout while positioning the Oasis Course as a more accessible option for different levels of golfers.
This flexibility is valuable when selling golf holidays to mixed-ability groups.
Clients can stay at a luxury resort along Cam Ranh’s coastline, play golf on selected days and spend the remaining time enjoying the beach, spa and island excursions.
Vinpearl Golf Nha Trang
Vinpearl Golf Nha Trang is another option for clients who want to combine golf with an island-resort atmosphere. It can work particularly well for couples and families who are interested in golf but also want plenty of leisure time.
Greg Norman’s Vietnam itinerary similarly positions Nha Trang as a destination where golf can be combined with beaches, wellness and resort relaxation.
Recommend for: golf-and-beach holidays, couples, families and mixed-interest groups.
5. Phu Quoc: Golf with a Tropical Island Escape
Phu Quoc can work particularly well as a final stop on a Vietnam golf holiday, combining golf with a tropical island escape.
Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc
Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc is an 18-hole course in the north of the island, set within a tropical landscape. The course is integrated with a larger resort environment, making it especially practical for families and couples who want golf without giving up the amenities of a full beach holiday.
This is where the golf holiday becomes a lifestyle holiday. Golfers can play a round while other family members enjoy the beach, pools or resort entertainment. Golf packages can also be combined with other resort activities.
For international travel agents, Phu Quoc works particularly well as the final stage of a longer Vietnam itinerary: Hanoi → Central Vietnam → Ho Chi Minh City → Phu Quoc
The golfer gets several different golf environments while the wider group experiences Vietnam’s cultural and coastal highlights.
Recommend for: families, couples, luxury beach holidays and golf extensions.
6. Quy Nhon: An Alternative for Clients Seeking a Quieter Coast
Quy Nhon is less established internationally than Da Nang or Nha Trang, which can be an advantage for clients looking for a quieter destination.
FLC Quy Nhon Golf Links
FLC Quy Nhon Golf Links offers a coastal setting surrounded by dunes and open landscapes. It can be combined with a resort stay and the quieter beaches of Quy Nhon.
For B2B partners, Quy Nhon is particularly interesting for repeat Vietnam visitors who have already experienced Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City and want to discover a less familiar part of the country.
It also works well for clients who value space and resort relaxation over nightlife and busy tourist centers. Family-oriented golf programs in Vietnam have highlighted Quy Nhon as an option for combining golf with cycling, swimming and other outdoor activities.
How to Build a Vietnam Golf Holidays
For travel agents and tour operators, the most effective way to build Vietnam golf holidays is to avoid designing an itinerary around golf alone. Instead, consider one golf round every one or two days, depending on the client’s priorities. This leaves enough time for sightseeing, relaxation and recovery while still making golf a central part of the holiday.
Vietnam’s year-round climate also allows golf programs to be tailored by region and season. Central Vietnam is particularly attractive during the drier months, while southern destinations such as Ho Tram and Phu Quoc can complement winter golf programs. Northern Vietnam is best suited to periods with cooler, drier weather. For international partners, this flexibility makes it possible to adjust the golf itinerary according to the client’s travel dates, preferred destinations and overall holiday style.
For example, a 7-day Central Vietnam golf program could include Da Nang – Hoi An – Lang Co.
Arrive in Da Nang and settle into a beachfront resort. Play BRG Danang on the following day, followed by a free afternoon. Continue with Hoi An and a round at Hoiana Shores, then allow a leisure day for the beach or a private cultural experience. Finish with Laguna Lang Co before continuing to Hue or departing from Da Nang.
For a more extensive program, the itinerary could be expanded to include Ba Na Hills or Montgomerie Links, giving clients three or four distinctly different courses without adding another domestic flight.
Why Vietnam Works for B2B Golf Travel
The strongest reason to consider Vietnam for golf holidays is not simply the number of courses. It is the combination of golf, geography and tourism infrastructure. The flexibility of Vietnam golf holidays allows partners to create programs for dedicated golfers, couples, families and private groups.
A golfer can play a Greg Norman-designed coastal links course in Da Nang, visit Hoi An that evening, travel to a Sir Nick Faldo-designed course in Lang Co the next day and finish the trip at a luxury beach resort.
For travel professionals, this creates room for tailor-made programs at different price points and for different traveler profiles. A dedicated golfer can be given more rounds and premium courses, while a couple can combine two rounds with cultural experiences and spa treatments. Families can stay at resorts where golfers have access to championship courses while non-golfers have plenty of activities.
Vietnam’s golf destinations are therefore best viewed not as standalone courses, but as part of a broader travel experience.
For international partners looking to develop Vietnam golf holidays, Asia Pioneer DMC can create private, tailor-made programs combining selected golf courses with luxury accommodation, private transfers, cultural experiences and beach extensions; allowing each itinerary to be built around the golfer’s interests, playing level and preferred travel style.
