Reading Private Car Rates by Route Direction and Vehicle Size
Read starting rates with the route, direction and vehicle size; stops, waiting time and return trips need separate confirmation.
Table of Contents (4 sections)
To estimate transport costs for a Central Vietnam trip and avoid surprises, it helps to know how the route, direction, vehicle size and conditions in the Sun Travel price table fit together.
The Basic Principle: A Price per Vehicle, Not per Person
A listed price is only useful if you understand what it covers:
- A price per vehicle (private transfer): Listed prices are for the whole vehicle on that route, whether one person or a full car travels.
- No shared tickets and no picking up other passengers: The service is priced per vehicle for your family or group, not per seat. The pickup and drop-off points, and whether any extra stop is planned, still need to be stated in the trip confirmation.
- Powertrain is an operational choice: The current price table is organised by capacity: 4, 7 and 16 seats. Vehicle model, powertrain and availability we confirm per trip. Do not assume an electric car and a petrol car cost the same unless the quote says so.
| Criteria | 4-seat car (sedan) | 7-seat car (SUV) ★ | 16-seat van |
|---|---|---|---|
| Example models (in the fleet) | Toyota Vios, Hyundai Accent | Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Xpander | Ford Transit, Hyundai Solati |
| Suggested party size | Small groups | Families, mid-sized groups | Large groups |
| Luggage capacity | Matched to the number and size of pieces | Matched to the number and size of pieces | Matched to the number and size of pieces |
| Seating space | Compact, suited to small groups | More seats than the 4-seat car | The most seats of the three sizes |
| Suited to | Couples, business trips and light airport pickups | Families with children or older adults and more luggage | Tour groups, clubs and large families |
What to Check in a Quote
The listed number is the base price for the route. Before you confirm, check what is included and not included in the trip confirmation, and do not assume any of the items below unless the quote states them:
- Fuel, tolls, parking and entrance fees: The route price includes fuel, road tolls and parking; count sightseeing entrance tickets as included only when the confirmation says so.
- Waiting time and extra stops: Confirm separately, based on the schedule, duration and dispatch availability.
- Taxes, attraction tickets and services at the destination: These are separate from the vehicle fare unless the quote says otherwise.
Items to Confirm Separately
To avoid misunderstanding before departure, know which items are not part of the base transport price:
- Attraction tickets and destination services: The vehicle price does not cover items such as Ba Na Hills cable car tickets, Hoi An old town tickets, Hue heritage tickets or a boat on the Perfume River.
- Overnight costs on multi-day trips: On multi-day trips such as Mang Den, Quy Nhon or Phong Nha, overnight costs are not part of the base price table; they need to be stated in the quote before the trip.
- Extra stops beyond the agreed route: If a stop is far from the main road or the waiting time goes beyond what was agreed, the extra cost we agree on with you rather than assumed.
Three Steps to Request a Check and Confirm a Trip
- Step 1: Look up the route and vehicle size on the website. Open the price page or the price calculator to see the base price for your route.
- Step 2: Send the details by WhatsApp or Zalo. Include the date and time, exact pickup and drop-off addresses, the number of adults and children, and the number and size of suitcases.
- Step 3: Wait for confirmation from dispatch. We check vehicle availability and confirms the final price and arrangements. The trip is only arranged once you receive that confirmation.
Frequently asked questions about how private car prices work
Reading the rate table in the Da Nang to Hoi An direction, what is the price for each vehicle size?
Current starting rates for Da Nang → Hoi An: 4-seat car from US$11, 7-seat car from US$13 and 16-seat van from US$19. The listed price includes fuel, road tolls and parking; Sun Travel quotes the final fare based on your pickup and drop-off points, itinerary and departure time.
Does the price on the website change for holidays, Tet or weekends?
The base price table is set per route and vehicle size. For a holiday, Tet or weekend date, ask dispatch when you send your request; any change from the base price must be stated in the quote before you confirm.
Are short stops for a meal or a toilet break charged extra?
A short rest stop can usually be fitted into the route, depending on parking conditions. Longer waits or sightseeing stops should be written into the quote or confirmation because they may affect cost and dispatch.
Do I have to pay a deposit before the trip?
Timing and feasibility depend on the route: some routes need a deposit and some do not, and the Trip terms section on each route page says which. Every trip can be cancelled free if Sun Travel receives notice at least 2 hours before pickup. The form on the website only sends a request and does not collect any payment; we confirm how and when payment is collected for each booking.
How is a same-day round trip priced?
A same-day round trip, for example Da Nang to Ba Na Hills or Hue and back, we quote based on the route, the waiting time at the destination and the vehicle size. It is not assumed to be cheaper or more expensive than two one-way trips; ask for a quote.
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