Central Vietnam Highlights 6 Days Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue & Ba Na Hills Cultural and Scenic Tour

Day 1: Arrive in Danang - Hoi An (D)

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

After leaving Danang 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 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 followd 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 souvernir shopping until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Services Included

• Five nights of accommodation based on double or twin sharing.
• Three nights in Hoi An and two nights in Hue according to the confirmed itinerary.
• Handpicked 4-star boutique hotels or resorts for the Premium 4-Star Heritage Version.
• Selected 5-star hotels or luxury resorts for the Prestige 5-Star Central Vietnam Version.
• Daily breakfast at the confirmed hotels.
• Five breakfasts, one Ba Na Hills buffet lunch and three dinners as stated in the corrected itinerary.
• Private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver throughout the six-day journey.
• A comfortable seven-seat private vehicle for four travellers or a private minibus for five to six travellers, subject to luggage requirements.
• Private airport pick-up at Da Nang International Airport.
• Private departure transfer to Hue Airport.
• Private transportation between Da Nang, Hoi An, Ba Na Hills and Hue.
• English-speaking licensed tour guide during scheduled sightseeing activities.
• Entrance fee to the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Da Nang.
• Entrance fee and guided visit to Marble Mountains.
• Standard Marble Mountains elevator ticket when included in the confirmed arrangement.
• Hoi An Ancient Town entrance ticket.
• Guided Hoi An walking tour, including selected heritage houses, assembly halls and the Japanese Covered Bridge area.
• Ba Na Hills admission and round-trip cable car ticket.
• Visit to the Golden Bridge, French Village, Le Jardin d’Amour and standard attractions included in the Ba Na Hills general ticket.
• Buffet lunch at Ba Na Hills.
• Scenic private journey over Hai Van Pass, subject to road and weather conditions.
• Scheduled stop overlooking Lang Co Beach or lagoon.
• Entrance ticket to Hue Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City heritage area.
• Visit to Dong Ba Market.
• Private boat journey on the Perfume River.
• Guided visit to Thien Mu Pagoda.
• Entrance fees to the royal tombs of Tu Duc, Minh Mang and Khai Dinh.
• Bottled drinking water and tissues during private road transfers.
• Fuel, road tolls, parking fees and driver expenses for all included transportation.
• Local taxes and service charges for included ground arrangements.
• 24/7 local assistance during the journey.

Services Not Included

• International flights to and from Vietnam.
• Domestic flights to Da Nang or from Hue.
• Private transfer from Hue to Da Nang International Airport unless specifically included in the confirmed quotation.
• Vietnam visa or e-visa fee, if applicable.
• Personal travel insurance, including medical, cancellation, emergency evacuation and baggage coverage.
• Lunches and dinners not clearly mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
• Optional activities during free time in Hoi An.
• Cooking classes, cycling tours, tailoring services, spa treatments and beach activities unless specifically included.
• Wax Museum admission, premium games, prize games and separately charged attractions at Ba Na Hills.
• Drinks, alcoholic beverages, minibar, laundry, telephone calls and personal expenses.
• Single room supplement or additional room required for an odd-numbered group unless confirmed in writing.
• Early check-in and late check-out at hotels or resorts.
• Hotel room upgrades, suites, villas, river-view or premium room categories unless requested and confirmed.
• Tips for guides, drivers, boat crews, hotel staff and local service providers.
• High-season, Christmas, New Year, Lunar New Year or Vietnamese public-holiday supplements.
• Compulsory gala dinners required by hotels or resorts.
• Additional costs caused by adverse weather, storms, flooding, road closures, attraction closures or force majeure events.
• Additional transportation, meals or accommodation required because of flight disruption or unexpected operating conditions.
• Any service not clearly listed under “Services Included”.