Best of Northern Vietnam 6 days
Highlights
The legacy and history of central Vietnam are incredibly rich. In just 5 days with A Glimpse of the Central Vietnam, you’ll visit three fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Hue’s Imperial City, Hoi An’s lovely antique town, and the enigmatic My Son sanctuary. The major attractions are obviously history and culture, but there are also boat rides down the Huong River and picturesque drives up the Hai Van Pass if you’re looking for something different.
Itinerary
- Arrive at Da Nang international airport. Our driver will wait to greet you and take you to the next destination.
- Move to Hue - the city in central Vietnam that was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital from 1802 to 1945 by car.
Afternoon
- 14:00: Check-in at the hotel in Hue (early check is available with surcharge)
- After that, tourists will have time to rest and are free to explore Hue's nightlife. If you have not gotten any specific plan, we highly recommend the following night tour with a local tour guide:
Hue night culinary tour half day: Ancient flavor and homemade dishes will be found on your way to discover the city at night. The path is flexible and our guide with interesting stories and information will definitely amaze you.
Morning
- 8:00: Start the trip by visiting Thien Mu Pagoda, a historic architecture that mesmerizes tourists with its iconic seven-story. As the unofficial symbol of the city, the temple has often been the subject of folk rhymes and ca dao about Hue.
- Continue to get to the magnificent Hue Imperial Citadel, once home to the Royal Nguyen dynasty. The ancient castle has a long history that stretched back to 1011, constructed under the reign of Emperor Ly Thai To of the Ly Dynasty
- Get to know the daily business of local sellers in Dong Ba market, where you can find interesting Vietnamese handcraft and souvenirs with affordable prices
- 12:00: Drive back to the hotel to rest.
Afternoon
- Relax and freely wander around Hue as you like
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Activities:
- See Thien Mu pagoda
- Explore the Imperial Citadel
- Visit Dong Ba market
Morning
- 6:00: Check out and charge your energy with breakfast at the hotel in Hue
- Travelers will then get on to Hoi An town, Da Nang City via Hai Van Pass - literally 'Cloud ocean pass' - where you can even feel the cloud floating around. The car will stop by at an optional spot to take photos before reaching Da Nang city.
Afternoon
- After finishing the hotel check-in procedures, tourists will have all the time left in the day to explore Hoi An Ancient Town. You can either have a stroll on its old street or book a half-day tour to have an experienced guide introduce the place to you on an interesting day.
These are some short tours you can refer to if needed:
Hoi An: Half-Day Walking City Tour: get a quick introduction to the city's architecture and culture
Hoi An Motorbike Street Food Tour Half Day: discover some hidden streets and try daring street food for foreigners
Cooking Class Half-day Tour in Hoi An: if you somehow fall in love with the traditional Vietnamese flavor, this short introduction to Vietnam food tour will suit you
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Morning
- 8:00: Transfer by car to My Son Sanctuary - a cluster of abandoned and partially ruined Hindu temples in central Vietnam
- Learn more about the history of the Champa Kingdom with a site tour guide
- Stop by the Sa Huynh Champa Culture Museum in Tra Kieu on the way back to Hoi An
Afternoon
- 12:00: Return to Hoi An and freely visit the ancient town for the rest of the day
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Activities:
- Discover My Son sanctuary
- Stop by Sa Huynh Champa culture museu
Morning
- Have breakfast at hotel and pack your things
- Check out and enjoy leisure time before our car take you to Da Nang airport for your departure
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: NA
What's included
Included:
- 4 Breakfasts
- Car, Cruise, Trekking
- Hotel (4 nights), NA (1 night)
- Accommodation in TWN/DBL sharing room
- All transport within Vietnam (including airport pick up & see off), as per itinerary
- All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide.
- Entrance fees for Vietnam attractions, as per itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the program
Excluded:
- Hotel EARLY check in & LATE check out
- Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner in the accommodation.
- Transport to or from Vietnam
- International or departure taxes
- Vietnam Visa or Passport Fees
- Travel Insurance while in Vietnam
- Tips, laundry and gratuities
- Meals not marked on itinerary, and bottled water in Vietnam
Notes:
- *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Small group tour available (max 10 guests): HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
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