UTravel Private Tours‘s signature Vietnam tour to central Vietnam where we showcase the highlights and sights of central Vietnam.
Central Vietnam also Middle Vietnam is full of culture and history, a mixed of old and new. The cities of Danang, Hoi An and Hue are the ultimate gem destinations to visit.
Danang, the third largest city with its stunning beach and history as a French colonial port. Not to mention its delicious street food. Both Hoi An and Hue are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Da Nang has a good mix of centuries old historic pagodas. It’s a popular base for visiting the inland Bà Nà hills – a French theme resort to the west of the city. If you’re looking to soak up the sun while on vacation, Da Nang’s pristine beaches offer a wide range of fun-filled activities and gorgeous sunsets.
Hội An just south of Da Nang is a former port. It’s history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras and styles from wooden Chinese shop-houses and temples to colorful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda.
Not to be missed is the old ancient capital of Hue. Take a quiet stroll in the gardens of the royal tombs and marvel at the serenity around.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Da Nang
- On arrival, pick up at Da Nang airport and transfer to hotel for check in
- Free at your leisure – Walk across scenic Dragon Bridge with its neon light display or enjoy the night lights of riverside Waterfront Walk
- Overnight in Da Nang
Day 2: Da Nang City Tour (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Morning pick-up at hotel
- Visit Marble Mountains – a cluster of five marble and limestone hills. The five mountains are named after the five elements: Kim, Thuy, Moc, Hoa and Tho
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Scenic drive to Son Tra Peninsula – from the top of Son Tra Peninsula, take in the magnificent panorama view of Da Nang City, the Marble Mountains and Ba Na Mountain.
- Lingh Ung Pagoda/Lady Buddha
- Visit the local Han Market with interesting wares and food
- Drop-off at your hotel
Day 3: Da Nang Free and Easy
- Head down to the beach or just walk around and soak in the atomsphere
Day 4: Da Nang – Hue (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Check out hotel and pick up
- Drive through windy Hai Van Pass with stunning view-points enroute
- Serene Lang Co Bay and its fishing village
- Rustic charm of Lap An Lagoon where oysters is harvested
- Lunch
- Bach Ma Mountains- a national park with hiking trails and view-points
- Check into hotel
- Overnight in Hue
Day 5: Hue City Sights (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Pick up at hotel
- Citadel – The Imperial City
- Tien Mu Pogoda
- Perfume River
- Hanh Resturant
- Overnight in Hue
Day 6: Hue – Hoi An (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Check out hotel and pick up
- City tour of Old Quarter, ancient town of Hoi An – 400 years old Japanese Bridge, 300 years old Chinese temple, 200 years old Vietnamese former merchants’ house
- Check out Hoi An Street Market for delicious street food
- Check into hotel
- Enjoy Riverside Night Market
- Overnight in Hoi An
Day 7: Hoi An – My Son Santurary (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Drive to My Son Holy Land, a capital and religious center of Cham people and a world heritage, 50 km away.
- Walk through the unique temple Ruins of Cham Culture Civilization (7 to 13 centuries)
- Catch the cultural performance and dances at the centre
- Lunch
- Start scenic 7 km cycle trip (about 3 hours) from Hoi An Old Quarter to Tra Que
- Enjoy sweeping views of green padi (rice) fields farming area, glassy rivers, lazy water buffaloes lounging in the mud
- Overnight in Hoi An
Day 8: Hoi An – Danang (Breakfast)
- Check out and Pick up at Hotel
- Scenic return drive back to Da Nang
- Drop off at airport
Highlights & Inclusions:
- Hotel/Airport Pick up and Drop Off
- All Admission Fees
- Accommodation 3 or 4*
- Meals as per stated in itinerary
- Excludes personal expenses, drinks like beer and soft drinks
- Excludes flight tickets
- Air-Conditioned Private Van with English Speaking Driver
- Car Insurance, Tolls, Petrol & All Parking
- No Tipping Required
Insider Tips:
- Be prepared with comfortable walking shoes for some moderate walking
- As it can be hot, do bring hats or umbrellas or sufficient drinking water
- Please advise if you have food allergies or dietary restrictions
- Vegetarian or Halal food option are available, please advise at time of booking if required