Home to historical sites, fantastic food and the country’s most iconic beach, central Vietnam deserves to rate as a top priority for travellers. This six-day tour allows you to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam. Get started from Da Nang, the perfect gateway to a fascinating set of the country’s most famous destinations including must-see UNESCO World Heritage sites. Da Nang tour with the highlight of Cham Museum and Marble mountains will be followed by a drive to picturesque Hoi An Ancient Town, one of Southeast Asia's major trading ports between the 17th and 19th centuries. Drive along the coastline extending for miles and miles, and the scenery around is full of amazing scenes with vivid green paddy fields and conical hats competing for the camera’s attention, we will reach Hue - the old imperial heart of Vietnam, a part of the country that ancient civilisations had adopted centuries before the Nguyen Dynasty built their capital.

+ Private pick-up & drop-off services

+ Private tour with English or French speaking guide

+ Daily departure from Da Nang

 

 

CENTRAL HIGHLIGHTS 6 DAYS

 

Day 1: Arrive in Da Nang - Hoi An (D)

 

Upon arrival at Da Nang you will be greeted by our guide who will begin by escorting you on a tour of Da Nang City, including the Cham Museum where you can find out more about this ancient but advanced civilization.

 

After leaving Da Nang for the Marble Mountains, where you will have an opportunity to climb to the top and admire the temples that have a commanding view of the surrounding district.

 

Continue to the delightful town of Hoi An, approximately 30km away. Once in Hoi An you will check in your hotel and have some free time to explore the ancient town.

 

Day 2: Hoi An (B)

 

In the morning you enjoy a half day walking orientation tour of Hoi An including the Chinese Assembly Halls, the Japanese Bridge, Tan Ky House, Handicraft House. Following the tour there will be free time to discover what else Hoi An has to offer such as fast service tailor, cycle tour to lush villages or enjoy a cooking class in one of many restaurants, or simply relax on the beach. Beach, sun, delicious food, fun bars... you won't get bored in this town. Overnight in Hoi An.

 

Day 3: Hoi An (B)

 

Today you enjoy a full day of leisure in this enchanting town. You may want to take a cruise along the waterways to look at a ceramic craft village and the boat building yards, or arrange a trip to the My Son Ruins, about an hour and a half drive from Hoi An. Or maybe you would prefer to relax beside the pool at the hotel or head to the beach for a swim. Overnight in Hoi An.

 

Day 4: Hoi An - Hue (B/D)

 

You bid Hoi An farewell this morning and continue your north-bound journey. The destination for today - Hue city is about four hours drive. Along the way you will travel over the Hai Van Pass, stopping at the top to take in the stunning views of the Lang Co beach before arriving in Hue.

 

This afternoon we embark on a tour of the city. A visit to Hue would not be complete without taking in attractions such as the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City, the Imperial Museum and the Dong Ba market. Dinner and overnight in Hue.

 

Day 5: Hue (B/D)

 

After breakfast you will board a private boat and cruise the romantic Perfume River heading out for the countryside. Being the ancient capital, Hue is surrounded with ancient tombs of emperors past, and a visit to some of these tombs will be the focus of today's itinerary.

 

The charming Lady Pagoda (Thien Mu Pagoda) will be the first stop of the day. You will have a great view of the Perfume River and the surrounding area. Thien Mu Pagoda is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue, and center of Buddhism in central Vietnam. From there you process to the king Tu Duc's tomb and the king Minh Mang's tomb followed by the King Khai Dinh's tomb. Overnight in Hue.

 

Day 6: Depart Hue (B)

 

There is no activity planned for today. Enjoy your free time for souvenir shopping until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

 

Cities	Hotels List	Room Type
Superior Category /  3-star hotel
Hue	Festival Hue	Deluxe
Hoi An	Ancient House Resort	Deluxe Gardenview
First Class Category / 4-star hotel
Hue	Saigon Morin hotel	Deluxe River View
Hoi An	Hoi An Beach Resort &  Spa	Deluxe riverview
	Hoian Boutique Resort	Superior
Deluxe Category / 5-star hotel
Hue	Imperial Hue	Deluxe Riverview
Hoi An	Palm Garden Resort	Deluxe Ocean view
Luxury Category  / Luxury 5-star hotel
Hue	La Residence Hotel & Spa	Deluxe Riverview
Hoi An	The Nam Hai	One bedroom villa

 

Group size	Valid from 01 Oct until 30 April Price per person in USD for the party of
	1	2	3-4	5-6	7-9	10 Up	Sgl Sup
Superior	879	506	452	384	373	365	149
First Class	1,214	678	621	560	539	530	304
Deluxe	1,543	850	790	714	702	693	443

 

Group size	Valid from 01 May until 30 Sept Price per person in USD for the party of
	1	2	3-4	5-6	7-9	10 Up	Sgl Sup
Superior	865	500	445	377	366	358	142
First Class	1,170	656	599	528	517	508	281
Deluxe	1,530	843	783	707	695	686	437