There is no doubt that Central Vietnam is a destination that captivates visitors from all over the world. The region is a perfect combination of majestic mountains and serene seas, blessed with abundant sunshine, cool breezes, and diverse landscapes. These natural wonders, combined with a rich cultural heritage, create an irresistible appeal that interests visitors.
Take 10 days on a wonderful Central Vietnam Holiday, exploring iconic destinations such as Phong Nha, Hue, Da Nang, and Hoi An, and discovering hidden gems along the way. From stunning coastal views to historical treasures, this itinerary promises the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
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Da Nang Attraction
Upon arrival in Da Nang, meet your driver and begin your scenic drive to Hue via the famous Hai Van Pass, a journey of approximately 2.5 hours.
Please note: Standard check-in time is at 14.00. Early check-in is not included and subject to hotel’s availability
Meals on your own.
Hue Imperial City
Start your day with a peaceful boat ride along the Perfume River, and stop at Thien Mu Pagoda, which was built in 1601 and is considered the symbol of Hue. Then, you will visit Minh Mang Mausoleum, one of the most impressive royal tombs in the region.
In the afternoon, you will explore the historic Hue Imperial City, the last royal capital of Vietnam.
Afterward, you will visit a local artisan’s home, where you will learn the traditional craft of making Hue’s iconic conical hats, taught by one of the few remaining masters of the craft.
You will stay overnight at a hotel in Hue.
Lunch & dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Phong Nha Exploration
At 6:30 A.M: Our Guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hue city. Then, you will depart to Phong Nha Ke Bang national Park, classified as the World heritage site.
On the way, you will stop over La Vang holy land – a national shrine located in Hai Lang district, Quang Tri Province, an important place of pilgrimage of Catholics Vietnam.
We will hear of the history of Quang Tri Citadel and La Vang Church on the way to the Ben Hai River, where the Hien Luong Bridge crosses the official dividing line on the DMZ. Our final stop will be the Vinh Moc Tunnels, an incredible series of underground networks dug by farmers during the night as they tended to their crops in the day. These tunnels housed a whole village of people who were protected from bombing in one of the most heavily contested areas in the country.
At 12:00 P.M: Have Lunch on your own and have a short rest.
1 P.M: Boat trip on Son River to visit Phong Nha cave. After 25 mins on the boat, you will arrive Phong Nha cave. Take a couple of hours to visit the cave.
You discover Phong Nha Cave, which contains many fascinating rock formations given beautiful names such as the “Lion”, the “Fairy Caves”, the “Royal Court”, and the “Buddha”
At 3:30 P.M.: Back to Hue on Legendary road
At 7:30 P.M -8:00 P.M: Arrive in Hue and drop you off at hotel in Hue center.
Lunch & dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Hai Van Pass
At 10:00 AM, you will meet your tour guide and driver for your transfer to Da Nang and Hoi An. On the way, you will have the opportunity to stop by Hai Van Pass and Lang Co Beach.
Upon reaching Da Nang, the first stop will be Marble Mountain, a cluster of limestone and marble hills known for their caves. You will move to the top, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city, with modern high-rises juxtaposed against traditional wooden houses.
Then, explore the mountain’s main cave, where you will find a stunning Buddha statue in Cham architectural style.
Check in hotel in Da Nang and stay overnight there.
Lunch & dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Notes: Standard check-in time is at 14.00. Early check-in is not included and subject to hotel’s availability.
Ba Na Hill Cable Car
08:30 AM: Our Minivan and a tour guide pick you up at hotel lobby. Reach Ba Na Hills via Cable Car.
Spend your time on the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, then take The Climbing Train to visit the top of the mountain& further explore Le JardinD’Amour (consists of 9 gardens), Ling Ung Pagoda
Continue to the 2nd Cable Car to visit the French Village (enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s statue), Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, LinhPhong Monastery, Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple & Tru Vu Tea Shop
Challenge the most popular adventure ride - Slide of Tube Car (free ride),
Join in Fantasy Park with Walking in Fairy Forest, discover Dinosaur Park, play 5D wild west, enjoy 4D death race ride, watch 3D mega 360 degrees, ride on Journey into the underground, enter Jurassic Park, challenge Freefall Tower and participate in adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.
Then you will have the chance to visit Golden Bridge. The Golden bridge is made of 3 meters wide, 5 cm thick wood, along the aisles are planted a lot of flowers Queen Green, above the railing is made of stainless-steel gilt.
15:00: Return the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills
16:45 – 18:00: Our Minivan brings you back to your hotel. Tour ends.
Lunch & dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
My Khe Beach
Free day to relax on your own. You can spend time on the beautiful My Khe Beach or choose your own activities.
Lunch & dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Hoi An Ancient Street
In your journey to discover Central Vietnam, give yourself a try to become a professional chef under our guidance. This is a great experience from going to the market to choose food and preparing and trying your hand at cooking Vietnamese cuisine.
08:30 - Local guide pick up at the hotel.
- Go to market with our chef (about 30 minutes)
- We will have a chance to see and experience the noise as well as directly contact sellers. In addition to this, we will show the ingredients for use in our lesson.
09:15 - Transfer to Cam Thanh village by car or boat on the way, you can explore the beautiful views of the Vietnamese countryside, and see the water and coconut trees growing together.
- Enjoy your time with basket boat rowing through the coconut jungle forest
11:00 - Enjoy a welcome drink and take a rest at our restaurant, then join the cooking class. Our chef will teach you how to cook some local food. After the lesson, enjoy what you have cooked.
Then you will explore Hoi An Ancient Town. Exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorb the beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yet beautiful town, which tourists (even frequent visitors) find to be a place of quiet and peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, China and Japan.
The tour includes visits to Hoi An Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence and of course the must-see Japanese Covered Bridge. Mostly the houses here were designed with the Chinese, Japanese architecture. Because in accordance with the history, the Chinese, Japanese used to come here for settling down and doing business. Besides, you can recognize the Eastern and Western architectures through these ancient houses.
Dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hoi An Landscape
Free day to relax on your own.
Lunch & dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Walking through Hoi An Ancient Street
Today is your free day to relax and enjoy Hoi An. You can walk around the old town, visit the markets, or take photos of the beautiful streets.
If you like, you can ride a bike to the beach or join a cooking class to learn how to make Vietnamese food. You can also go shopping for souvenirs or relax at a local spa.
You can choose where to have lunch and dinner.
Tailoring in Hoi An
You will have breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast, you will have free time to explore Hoi An on your own. You can shop for souvenirs or walk around the town to take photos.
You can enjoy your last moments in Hoi An before checking out. Your room is available until 12:00 noon. Then, our driver will transfer you to Da Nang airport for your flight.
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Meals: Breakfast
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Near the convergence of the Huong and Nhu Y rivers, the Hue Serene Palace Hotel is located, surrounded by wonderful cafes and several eating establishments. Just a 15-minute walk from the hotel will lead you to the Truong Tien Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel and offering great views of the evocative Huong River. Just beyond that is the Imperial Citadel, home of Vietnam’s ruling family for 143 years.The convenience of the Hue Serene Palace Hotel’s location is matched by the convenience of its own amenities. The elegant décor that runs throughout the restaurant promotes a regal atmosphere as you dine on some of Hue’s best offerings. The city is one of the most famous for food in all of Vietnam, and our full menu, along with Western and other Vietnamese classics, will give you a taste of Hue and its royal cuisine.The rooms of the Hue Serene Palace Hotel offer a relaxing time in a tastefully decorated room, matching dark colours with regal white and containing modern conveniences in the wall-mounted TV, personal computer and full bathtub in the gorgeously appointed en suite bathrooms. Balconies in most rooms provide you with a view of Hue and the constantly buzzing atmosphere of this charming and historical city.
On the quiet island of An Hoi, located just out of the centre of historical Hoi An, the Vinh Hung Emerald Resort serves up accommodation with an eye on the still-wild appeal of this UNESCO-protected town. Each room of our 3.5-star resort has a balcony that allows for views over either the swimming pool, manicured gardens or placid Song Thu River, keeping you in touching distance of tropical Vietnam.The 52 rooms overall consist of comfort and high-quality amenities from wall-to-wall. Around the rest of the Vinh Hung Emerald Resort, our restaurant, pool, bar and spa put Hoi An’s famous hospitality and relaxation at your fingertips.Our location on the centre of the island means that all of An Hoi’s attractions are within easy walking distance. Beyond that, the Old Town lies just a 5-minute walk from our front doors, while the beaches of Cua Dai and An Bang are a mere 15-minute drive.