Imperial & Heritage Central Vietnam
Dong Hoi - Hue - Hoi An - Da Nang
You feel tired because of the daily life and work and want to escape from the noise and the bustle of the crowded city. So, this tour will take you to peaceful places where you can enjoy the unspoilt nature with caves, rivers and superb mountains. The highlights of the Central of Vietnam Explorer tour includes discovering Phong Nha cave known as the wonder masterpiece of the Creator, visiting romantic Hue city with unique architecture from Nguyen Dynasty, exploring the ancient beauty of Hoian
Duration: 7 days 6 nights
Country: 237
Code: ABCEE
Overview
The Vietnam Overview 9-day tour takes you on a journey through the most beautiful and historically significant places of Vietnam. The tour starts in Hanoi, where you will have a chance to explore the city’s culture and thousand-year-old history. You will then move on to the world-famous Halong Bay, where you will cruise through the emerald waters and marvel at the more than 2000 limestone islands.
The tour then moves on to Hue, a city famous for its Imperial City, which has temples, tombs, palaces, and pagodas. You will also visit the charming town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its impressive historic homes and bustling streets. You will then move on to Da Nang to experience the adventure games of Ba Na Hill, reached by an exciting cable car ride, and admire the stunning Golden Bridge.
The tour then takes you to Ho Chi Minh City, the dynamic heart of Vietnam, where you will explore its vibrant streets and bustling markets. You will also visit the Mekong Delta, a lush region of rice paddies, fruit orchards, and canals, and learn about the traditional way of life of the locals. Finally, you will visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, used as a military base by the Vietcong during the American War.
This tour is a perfect way to experience the best of Vietnam, with its culture, history, natural beauty, and adventure.
Highlights
- Discover the graceful, atmosphere and exotic capital city Hanoi – thousand year of culture
- Explore the breathtaking beauty of more than 2000 islands rising from emerald water of Halong Bay recognized World Heritage Site by UNESCO
- Gain a deeper understand of Imperial city Hue known for its temples, tombs, palaces & pagodas
- Attractive by unlimited adventure games in Ba Na Hill where are reached by exciting cable carb.
- Admire the stunning architecture of the famous Golden Bridge
- Step into the impressive, historic homes of Hoian, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Explore the bustle Ho Chi Minh City, the dynamic heart of Vietnam
- Visit the famous Cu Chi network of underground tunnels used as a military base for the Vietcong in the American war
Itinerary in brief
Day 1: Hanoi arrival
Day 2: Hanoi city tour (B)
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Day 4: Halong – Hanoi- Hue (B, L)
Day 5: Hue Imperial City Full Day- Hoian (B)
Day 6: Hoian – Da Nang- Ba Na Hill – Golden Bridge (B, L)
Day 7: Hoian – Danang – Saigon (B)
Day 8: Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon (B, L)
Day 9: Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels – Saigon Half Day City Tour- Departure (B)
Itinerary
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Located in Quang Binh Province, Phong Nha-Ke Bang national park has been recognized as a world natural heritage site by the UNESCO in 2003. Visit the cave, you can explore the remain of Cham altars and inscriptions inside.
Getting on boat and cruise on the world's longest underground river to Phong Nha Cave. The deeper one penetrates, the more magical are the natural aspects of the caves. After on boat for 700m, a large dry passage is appear, then you can walk to discover the cave for 500m more. You will have a chance to explore the remaining of Cham Altars and Inscriptions inside. Overnight at the hotel in Dong Hoi Town
Considered the largest complex of caves in the world, Paradise Cave was discovered in 2005 by scientists from the British Cave Research Association with the help of a local man. With naturally primitive features, it looks like a landscape painting, attracting many visitors.
In the afternoon transfer back to your hotel in Hue for check-in and relaxing.
Hue was the capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen Dynasty. Not only is it famous for the splendid architecture of citadels, palaces, royal tombs and pagodas but the ancient traditions of Hue also created a unique romantic city.
Overnight at the hotel in Hue
Built in 1601, it is one of the best know religious and must-see sites in Hue. Both landscape and monuments here are always in harmony and bring a feeling of peace for travelers
Disembark the board for a visit the elaborate mausoleum of former emperor Tu Duc.
Stretching along the Perfume River, Tu Duc mausoleum is considered to be the most picturesque site of Hue. The tomb was designed by the Emperor Tu Duc himself and this is the largest architectural work of Nguyen Dynasty’s royal palaces and tombs.
Transfer back to Hue center Hue for lunch at local restaurant.
In the afternoon we continue to visit the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City
Built in the 19th century by Nguyen dynasty, the Citadel becomes the most important historical and cultural monument in Vietnam. It is a square 2 km wall encompassing 3 walled enclosures: the Citadel, the Yellow Imperial city, and the Forbidden Purple city.
We continue our south journey by road to Hoian. On the way we make a stop at Lang Co beach for coffee and refreshments before winding our way up the spectacular Hai Van Pass to admire the stunning views north to Lang Co beach and south to Danang City. Continue on our way down to the other side and head to Da Nang where we will stop at the Cham Museum, the famed China Beach, and the Marble Mountains.
The ancient town of Hoian is a small town in Central Vietnam. In the 16th and 17th centuries, Hoian was a busy international commercial port for foreign merchants. Today, Hoian is popular for its peaceful beauty, eclectic architecture, tailors and cafes.
Overnight at the hotel in Hoian
Located in a beautiful green valley, the ruins at My Son are the largest and most intact remaining in Vietnam. It is also the home to the Museum of Cham Sculpture, which records the development of the culture and history of the Cham people.
In the afternoon we will have our first glimpse of this beautiful boutique town recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site. The tranquil and charm of Hoi An with its low tiled houses of Chinese appearance, Japanese covered bridge, and the colorful riverside market make it one of Vietnam’s most delightful places. Overnight at hotel in Hoian
Located 40 km far from Da Nang city, Ba Na Hills has the climate with 4 seasons in a day, unspoiled forest and the spectacular view over Da Nang city. With a combination of villas, restaurants and game complex, it become an excellent destination for family holidays with kids.
To reach the summit, you will take a cable car from the foot with spectacular sceneries of forest, trees, and waterfall underground when you are on cable. On arrival you will visit Old French Villas at the height of 1138 meters for experience architecture here. You will take mountain climbing train to visit Flower Garden where has many kinds of beautiful flowers. After that you continue to visit Golden Bridge, old tree, stream, Great Buddha Statue, Suspension Bridge, Wine Tunnel where are storing different wines. Have lunch at restaurant. In the afternoon you spend more time for sightseeing at the hill and then free to relax and play games at Fantasy Theme Amusement with Movie 4D-5D…(Fee paid by yourself). After that you will take cable car back the foot and the driver picks up and transfers you to Da Nang city to visit Han Market and Super Market for Shopping. Overnigt at the hotel in Da Nang
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