The Central of Vietnam Explorer

This "The Central of Vietnam Explorer 7 Days" tour will take you on a one-week journey to enjoy the wonderful nature with caves, rivers, and superb mountains, as well as many other cultural sites along the way.

7 days 6 nights

Vietnam

Classic Highlights

Attractions

Hue - Hoi An - Da Nang

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Code

VCT17

Overview

Overview:

Embark on an exciting journey through the heart of Vietnam with the Central of Vietnam Explorer tour. This 7-day adventure will take you to some of the most beautiful and historic destinations in the country.

Begin your tour by exploring the stunning Phong Nha-Ke Bang national park, home to magnificent limestone formations and breathtaking caves. Then, delve into the rich history and culture of Hue, the former imperial capital, as you explore the temples, tombs, palaces, and pagodas. Take a boat ride on the gentle Perfume River, visit the tomb of Tu Duc emperor, and explore the Forbidden Purple City.

Continue your journey to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and wander through the ancient town and marvel at the architecture. Visit My Son Sanctuary, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the ruins of the Cham Empire.

For a bit of adventure, head to Ba Na Hills to experience unlimited adventure games and snap a photo of the famous Golden Bridge. Along the way, take a break from sightseeing and experience the local life of fisherman in Cam Thanh village and Thuy Bieu village.

This Central of Vietnam Explorer tour is the perfect way to experience the culture, history, and natural beauty of this amazing country.

Highlights:

Explore Phong Nha-Ke Bang national park
Gain a deeper understand of Imperial city Hue known for its temples, tombs, palaces & pagodas
Take a boat excursion on gentle Perfume River in Hue to discover the tomb of Tu Duc emperor and visit the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City
Step into the impressive, historic homes of Hoian, UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Visit Hoian ancient town and My Son Sanctuary– UNESCO world heritages
Take a beautiful picture of Danang, the most dynamic city
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

Itinerary

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Arrive in Dong Hoi in the morning, have breakfast then we will drive you to visit Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park.
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

Our second day is explore the Paradise Cave
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

Early morning we will leave Hue to transfer for discovering Tam Giang lagoon beauty. Arrive the lagoon region of My Thanh fishing village, you get chance to take the beautiful photos of sunrise view and fantastic scenery in this region. Afterwards you will have chance to listen local people guide the way how to make the net which will use to catch fish and seafood…Continue with a boat trip on the blue water to enjoy the pure fresh atmosphere and learn fishing for more experience under the instruction of the local people. Get your chance to practice by yourself how to catch fish, how to catch the net into the river… Our next destination is visit Phuoc Tich Ancient Village where is the home of old garden houses. Here you learn more of the oldest houses 200 – 300 years old known as Nha Ruong built by iron wood with tiled roofs and graceful green fences, enjoy quiet atmosphere in the countryside, walk around the see local people, pottery workshop to learn about the procedure to make pottery products under the instruction of local artisans. Today the production is based on orders only. Have lunch at the local house to get more experience. Back to your hotel in Hue by around 2:30 PM. To round off the day, we continue to do the walking and shopping in Dong Ba Market to enjoy the specialty of Hue city. Overnight in Hue

We then set out for the exploration of Hue's famous highlights, including a boat trip to visit the picturesque Thien Mu, or Heavenly Lady Pagoda
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

Start your exploration today with a visit to the 4th century Cham religious sanctuary of My Son,
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

Have breakfast at hotel. Our guide and driver pick you up and transfer to Da Nang and to Ba Na Hill
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