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The Road to Charming Beauty of Central Vietnam

The Road to Charming Beauty of Central Vietnam

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Vietnam is a beautiful country with friendly people and numerous UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites. Central Vietnam is home to three of these sites: Hue, Hoi An, and My Son Holy Land. Visit these locations to immerse yourself in their rich cultural heritage. Additionally, experience the local life in the Hoi An countryside. The Phong Nha Caves, another World Heritage Site, will amaze you with their natural beauty. Join our Charming Central Vietnam Tour to explore the capital city, World Heritage Sites, rural areas, and historical landmarks, all while meeting friendly locals and enjoying delicious food.

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Day 1: Welcome to Da Nang – Transfer to Hoi An - Explore Hoi An Ancient Town. Overnight in Hoi An

PM: Upon arrival at noon, you will be greeted at Da Nang International Airport and transferred to have lunch at a restaurant. After lunch, you will head to Hoi An. Upon arrival in Hoi An, you will take a walking tour to visit the World Cultural Heritage Site of Hoi An Ancient Town. It was the busiest purchasing center and port authority in the past, featuring a unique combination of Oriental architecture, including Chinese and Japanese styles, as well as antique European architecture. Famous buildings such as the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky Ancient House (200 years old), and Hoi Quan Phuc Kien Pagoda, with its Chinese building style, and the Pottery Museum will be visited. Hoi An is renowned for its ancient houses and lanterns, which create its own enchanting beauty. Check into the hotel. You are free to have dinner and enjoy the rest of the evening exploring Hoi An on your own. The ancient town seems brighter at night with colorful lanterns adorning the streets and shops, especially on the 15th of the lunar calendar every month when it is most magnificent. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Discover Hoi An Countryside - My Son Holy Land. Overnight in Hoi An

AM: Our guide will welcome you at the hotel in Hoi An in the morning. You will then board a boat to learn fishing for a more immersive experience with the instruction of local people. You will have the opportunity to practice catching fish and throwing the net into the river. Afterward, you will get into your car and transfer to visit the green Bay Mau water coconut forest. You will have the chance to row a basket boat, enjoying the tranquil atmosphere and admiring the revolutionary base of Hoi An from the past. You will also use fishing tools to catch field crabs. Then, you will continue to ride bicycles to visit Tra Que Vegetable Village through peaceful villages, enjoying the beauty of the countryside surrounding Hoi An. Lunch will be provided at a local family's house.

PM: After lunch, you will spend half a day visiting My Son Holy Land – the masterpiece of the ancient Cham people. Here, you will have more opportunities to learn about the rich culture and art of the ancient Champa Kingdom during its glorious times. You will also enjoy a traditional music show performed by Cham girls in their custom uniform. Return to Hoi An. You are free to have your own dinner. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Hoi An – Transfer to Hue. Overnight in Hue

AM: Have breakfast at your hotel. This morning, you will leave Hoi An for Hue city. On the way, you will visit Marble Mountains, named after the ancient oriental philosophy of the five elements creating the universe: metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. Upon reaching here, you will see the systems of caves and tunnels, which were used as a very important base for the Vietnam Revolutionary. Next, you will visit the Cham Museum in Da Nang, where the entire culture and collections of the Cham people in Vietnam are displayed, allowing you to experience the legendary stories of the glorious stage of the ancient Champa Kingdom and to enjoy its simple and elegant patterns. Then, you will continue your journey to Hue with a stopover to survey the nice view of Hai Van Pass for wonderful sightseeing and Lang Co Beach, the most beautiful beach in Asia. Upon arrival in Hue, have a late lunch at a restaurant.

PM: This afternoon, you will explore the Nguyen Emperors’ Mausoleum. You can choose one of them, either Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, or Tu Duc tomb, to gain experiences of the place where the famous Emperors in the Nguyen Reign were buried and slept forever. If the tomb of Tu Duc is harmonious with natural surroundings, the tomb of Khai Dinh is magnificent, and the tomb of Minh Mang is a combination of natural features approaching the level of unity of the elements. Check into the hotel. You are free to have your own dinner. At night, you can explore more of Hue by wandering along Truong Tien Bridge with colorful lights or shopping at souvenir shops. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Hue City Tour – Transfer to Phong Nha. Overnight in Phong Nha

AM: Have breakfast at the hotel. This morning, you will walk to the boat pier for a boat trip on the Perfume River to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and beautiful scenes along the riverbanks. Stop to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the oldest and most beautiful religious buildings in Hue and Vietnam. Then, continue your visit to the Imperial City (Citadel), the place where the Nguyen Dynasty’s Emperors and royal family worked and lived from 1802 to 1945. Explore many palaces and architectural wonders including the Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Purple Forbidden City, Nine Dynastic Urns, and The Temple. Have lunch at a garden restaurant.

PM: After lunch, leave Hue for Phong Nha in Quang Binh Province, a journey of more than 200km via the highway. Upon arrival in Phong Nha, check into the hotel. Free to relax and have dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Explore Paradise & Dark Cave. O/n in Phong Nha

AM: Have breakfast at hotel. This morning our guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to visit Paradise cave which named Thien Duong in Vietnamese. It is the largest dry cave in Asia and one of the most beautiful caves in the world with 31 kilometres in length. Steps by steps inside the cave, you will marvel at its vastness with many magical stalacties and stalacmites. To reach the gate of cave you need to have golf transfer through the old forest where you have opportunity to see valuable trees. Have lunch at restaurant.

PM: After lunch, you will explore Dark Cave, a special cave for adventure seekers. To go to the entrance of this cave, you will take 400m Zipline through Chay river from Zipline tower, enjoy the deep beauty of the river’s blue color and catch the nice view of surrounding mountains. As its name, there is only darkness inside the cave, but with flash light, you will enjoy a real exploration of nature and get the wonderful experiences. In addition, this cave also offer variety of interesting activities for you to try including nature mud bathing, swimming, kayaking and water games. Back your hotel. Free to have your own dinner. Then is your free time to stroll   around and experience the peaceful life of the village. Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Discover Phong Nha & Tien Son Cave - Dong Hoi Departure

AM: Have breakfast at your hotel. This morning you will take a boat trip along Son River to discover Phong Nha Caves, the longest wet cave in the world with the large subterranean river system running through the cave. Here is the chance to discover the nature beauty of stalactites and limestone formations in different shapes creating the wonderful sights. From the same boat to Phong Nha cave on the way back, you will get on the entry mouth to discover Tien Son Cave, a gorgeous dry cave with the length of 980m. This is one of the most impressive pieces of natural art in Vietnam that is known as “fairy on the mountain”. Have lunch at the restaurant.

PM: Depending on your departure flight time or train you’ll be dropped off at Dong Hoi Airport or Train Station for your next destination. End of tour “Goodbye , thank you and see you again”.

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What's Inclusion

  • Transportation
  • Professional and friendly English-speaking guide
  • Meals: 5 breakfasts and 6 lunches: Asian set menu (we can offer vegetarian, halal, or any special dietary options upon request. Simply let our sales team know your preferred food option)
  • All entrance fees at the mentioned sites in the tour itinerary
  • Hotels with good locations, comfortable, and well-equipped rooms
  • Additional services: Bikes, Boat, Basket boat, Golf cart, Zipline, Kayak, Mud bath, Buffalo ride

What's Excluded

  • International flight tickets
  • Tips for tour guide and driver
  • Insurance
  • Personal expenses

Notes

  • These prices are for private tours
  • The price for 1 person already includes the hotel single supplement
  • Hotel: Twin/Double shared room
  • Belongings to bring: Sunglasses, hat, towels, sun cream, raincoat or umbrella, good shoes, and camera.

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The Road to Charming Beauty of Central Vietnam

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Tour Code: RCCVT-6D

Duration: 6 Days 5 Nights

Places to visit:
Da Nang - Hoi An - My Son - Hue - Phong Nha - Dong Hoi

Age Range: Up to 85 years old

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