Pleiku – Quy Nhon

Overview

Embarking on a scenic journey, we drive to Quy Nhon today via Highway No.19. Along the way, we make a stopover at An Khe, where we’ll visit the former bases that hold historical significance. These include the 1st Bn 7th CAV Base Camp, 3rd Bde “Garry Owen” Base Camp, Looking West 3rd Bde, The Barrier Line, 1/9 CAV Area, and Manyang passes. While enjoying the picturesque views, we’ll have a delightful lunch. Our adventure continues as we proceed to Quy Nhon.

For the night, we’ll be staying at a beautiful beach resort in Quy Nhon. It’s the perfect spot to unwind, relax, and soak up the tranquil atmosphere.

Did you know that the First Team, after becoming the Army’s first airmobile division, quickly found themselves back in combat during the Vietnam War? They arrived in Nha Trang via C-124s and C-130s between the 19th and 27th of August 1965. To establish a temporary base camp near An Khe, an advance party joined forces with advance liaison forces. This temporary base camp was just 36 miles inland the coastal city of Qui Nhon, where the rest of the 1st Cavalry Division eventually arrived on the 12th and 13th of September, coinciding with the division’s 44th anniversary. By entering the war once again, the mounted soldiers proudly wore the famous and feared patch of the First Cavalry Division. Little did they know that this tour of duty would become the longest in combat history.

Join us on this captivating journey and experience the rich history and natural beauty of Quy Nhon!

Itinerary