The Hon Thom Cable Car Ticket Only is the perfect solution for travelers who want to experience the world’s longest sea-crossing cable car, Aquatopia Water Park, and the iconic Kiss Bridge, but prefer to skip the pre-packaged restaurant buffet. Choosing the ride-only option gives you complete flexibility over your itinerary, dining choices, and vacation budget.
Includes round-trip crossing on the 7.89km state-of-the-art cable car system.
Includes entry to Aquatopia Water Park with 21 slides and Exotica Village rides.
Stroll across the architectural masterpiece in Sunset Town for free ($8 value).
Exchange your ticket voucher for one draft beer or fresh juice at designated kiosks.
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FLEXIBLE TRAVEL STRATEGY
Discover why skipping the buffet combo for a ride-only cable car ticket gives you both flexible travel timing and real savings on your Phu Quoc trip.
While the all-inclusive buffet combo is popular, the basic ride-only ticket is the smartest choice for a large segment of visitors to Phu Quoc. The main advantage is complete freedom of timing and itinerary. With a buffet ticket, you are locked into dining at Mango Restaurant between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM, which forces you to slice your afternoon activities in half and remain in one specific location.
By opting for the ride-only ticket, you bypass these constraints. If you want to ride the cable car early in the morning, splash around the water park slides for a couple of hours, and return to the main island by lunch, you are free to do so. You won’t feel pressured to stay on the island just to “get your money’s worth” out of a heavy lunch buffet.
Furthermore, dining flexibility is a major benefit. Some travelers simply do not want a heavy, hot buffet meal in the middle of a tropical day. If you prefer to stay hydrated with fresh coconut water and have a light snack on the beach, the ride-only ticket accommodates you perfectly, leaving you hungry enough to enjoy a spectacular seafood dinner in Sunset Town or Duong Dong in the evening.
For budget-conscious travelers, families, and group organizers, the math adds up quickly. Skipping the buffet combo saves an adult passenger 300,000 VND and a child 200,000 VND.
With this saved budget, you can easily cover other vacation costs. For example, 1,000,000 VND can pay for a comfortable private car transfer from your hotel in Duong Dong to Sunset Town and back, or buy a gorgeous seafood dinner at one of the sunset-view restaurants along the Sunset Town coast.
If you still want to eat on the island, choosing the ride-only ticket and purchasing snacks individually is often cheaper than the buffet. A quick lunch of fried chicken and fries or grilled sausages from the water park stalls costs around 80,000 to 120,000 VND per person. Combined with the free beverage included in your ticket, you can satisfy your hunger for a fraction of the cost, keeping your travel expenses to a minimum.
ticket options
Review standard pricing and official promotional rates for the basic Cable Car Ticket Only. Check exactly what is included in your booking and plan your savings.
Perfect for budget travelers, quick half-day visits, or independent food lovers who want complete flexibility.
The complete full-day package including unlimited access to the grand seafood & international lunch buffet.
feature breakdown
Review the exact feature list of each ticket option to find the best match for your vacation itinerary.
| FEATURE / ATTRACTION | CABLE CAR + BUFFET LUNCH | CABLE CAR ONLY |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Price | 1,150,000 VND | 850,000 VND |
| Child Price (100 – 140cm) | 900,000 VND | 700,000 VND |
| Infant Price (Under 100cm) | Free of Charge | Free of Charge |
| Round Trip Cable Car Ride | ||
| Aquatopia Water Park Access | ||
| Kiss Bridge Access (Sunset Town) | ||
| Complimentary Juice or Beer | ||
| Exotica Village Access | ||
| Buffet Lunch at Mango Restaurant |
Target Audience
The basic cable car ticket is not just about saving money; it aligns perfectly with specific styles of travel:
Backpackers and value seekers can experience all the key attractions—cable car, water park, Kiss Bridge, and sights—at the absolute lowest possible price point.
Couples who prefer intimate dining can skip the large, loud buffet hall and instead reserve their appetite for a romantic, candlelit oceanfront dinner in Sunset Town.
If you only want a quick 3-hour trip to ride the cable car, take aerial photos, and return, the basic ticket ensures you don’t pay for a buffet lunch you won’t stay to eat.
Travelers who hate fixed group schedules can wander the island at their own pace, grabbing small snacks whenever they feel hungry, without restaurant boundaries.
SUNSET TOWN HIGHLIGHTS
Soar 8km over the open sea and walk 400 meters above the waves — two unmissable Phu Quoc landmarks in one ticket.
Riding the Sun World Hon Thom Cable Car is an awe-inspiring experience that defines any trip to southern Phu Quoc. As a Guinness World Record holder, this state-of-the-art system suspends you comfortably in a spacious cabin as you travel nearly 8 kilometers across the open sea.
The ride begins at Sunshine Station, architecturally styled after a grand Roman ruins pavilion. Once inside the cabin, you glide smoothly over the harbor of An Thoi. Looking down, you will see thousands of colorful wooden fishing vessels clustered together, local fish-farming rafts bobbing on the waves, and speedboats cutting white wakes through the turquoise water.
The flight path crosses over two lush, forested islands—Hon Dua and Hon Roi—offering close-up views of wild jungle canopies and secluded rocky shores before arriving at the tropical terminal on Hon Thom Island. It is a peaceful, scenic journey that provides the ultimate photography opportunities in Vietnam.
Designed by renowned Italian architect Marco Casamonti, this structural masterpiece has become a global architectural sensation. The bridge is composed of two independent pedestrian arms that extend 400 meters out into the ocean, drawing close but not quite touching—meeting at a poetic, symbolic 30-centimeter gap.
Walking to the end of the bridge allows you to stand suspended over the waves, feeling the cool sea breeze while watching the famous Phu Quoc sunset paint the sky in radiant shades of orange, purple, and gold.
The bridge is situated directly in front of the Sunset Town promenade, making it easy to access before you board the cable car in the afternoon, or right after you return to the main island. It is the absolute premier spot for couples, families, and photographers to capture the magic of sunset.
Official Daily Operating Time Slots
Please arrange your schedule and arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure slot closes.
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FAQ Helpdesk
Everything you need to know about the Hon Thom Cable Car Ticket Only option and island logistics
Yes. The standard Sun World Hon Thom ticket includes round-trip cable car transport plus admission to Aquatopia Water Park, Exotica Park, and Kiss Bridge, along with one drink voucher. You don’t need a separate water park ticket.
Yes, the standard ticket allows visitors to experience main activities such as the cable car, island visit, Aquatopia water park, and Exotica village, though a few premium/thrill rides inside Exotica may carry a small extra fee
Ride-Only / Ticket Only covers cable car + water park + Exotica + Kiss Bridge entry only. Buffet Combo adds a set lunch at Mango Restaurant between 11 AM–2 PM, at a higher price but with a fixed dining slot — this is the “buffet combo” discussed earlier that costs 300,000 VND more per adult.
The drink voucher, exchangeable for 1 liter of Sun Kraft beer or fruit juice/tea, should be picked up at the ticket gate when you enter Hon Thom Island
You can buy food à la carte at water park stalls and island eateries — typically 80,000–120,000 VND per person for items like fried chicken, fries, or grilled sausages, often cheaper overall than the buffet combo.
No. There is a regulation that guests are not allowed to bring food onto the island, so all meals and snacks must be purchased on-site.
Height is checked at the ticket gate using a standard measuring post. Children measuring 1m–1.4m pay the child rate, while those under 1m enter free; guests 1.4m and above pay the full adult price
Yes — Kiss Bridge admission is included in the standard Sun World Hon Thom ticket, so ride-only ticket holders don’t pay the standalone entrance fee.
In most cases, yes — visitors can typically purchase a buffet upgrade or standalone meal voucher at Mango Restaurant on the day, though availability may be limited during peak hours, so booking the combo in advance is recommended if you want a guaranteed seat.
No, these are usually separate paid add-ons at Aquatopia — towels and lockers can be rented on-site for a small additional fee, as they are not bundled into the standard entry ticket.
Sunshine Station (An Thoi Station) is located in An Thoi Town, southern Phu Quoc. It resembles a Vietnamese version of the “Colosseum” with classic architecture and ancient brick walls, and is easily reached by taxi, grab car, or hotel shuttle from most southern Phu Quoc resorts.
Most visitors travel with day bags only, but larger stations typically offer luggage storage or holding services near the ticket counter for a fee — it’s best to check availability at the counter on arrival if you have heavy bags.
Cable car operations may be paused temporarily during severe weather (strong winds or storms) for safety reasons. If the ride is suspended for a significant portion of the day, Sun World typically offers a rescheduling option or partial refund — it’s advisable to check conditions before heading to the station.
Online bookings are usually confirmed via e-ticket sent by email or whatsapp, which you present (digitally or printed) at the counter to exchange for a physical entry pass, or scan directly at the gate — this also helps you skip the ticket-purchase queue.
If you cancel at least 1 day before your visit date, we will process a refund. Your existing ticket will be invalidated, and the refund will be issued back to your original payment method. Please note that any payment and refund processing fees will be borne by you, and refunds typically take 7 to 14 business days according to the Vietnam banking calendar. If you’re staying on the island, depending on the hotel, we may refund you in Vietnamese Dong (VND) cash instead.
If you cancel on the day of your visit, same-day cancellations are usually non-refundable.
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