OVERVIEW
Here is a rich program of activitiesthat will discover themost famous sights of Vietnamese Centre. Hue – the ancient capital which perhaps best known for its historic and culturel monuments, which have earned it a place in the UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Then a walking tour, led by anprofessional guide, explores the hidden gems of Hoi An, an old-world trading port. The town’s narrow streets and ancient houses are full of historic tales waiting to be discovered.
Travel from Hoi An to the countryside where My Son temples are all that remain of the once- mysterious Cham Empire.
Itinerary
Day
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Itinerary
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Meal
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Accompaniment
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Day 1
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Hue arival
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B
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Guide & Driver
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Day 2
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Hue discovery
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B,L
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Guide & Driver
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Day 3
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Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An
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B
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Guide & Driver
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Day 4
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Hoi An – My Son – Hoi An
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B,L
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Guide & Driver
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Day 5
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Hoi An –Da Nang departure
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B
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Driver
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Day 1
Hue arival
Arival in Phu Bai airport. You will be picked up and transferred to the hotel. This afternoon is spent for a cyclo ride to visit the dol streets and local life. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2
Hue discovery
Visiting Hue begins in the morning with a visit to the Imperial City of the Nguyen Dynasty (1804-1945). Discover the main monuments of the World Heritage: The Flag Tower, the Porte du Midi, the Pavilion of Edicts, the Palace of Supreme Harmony, Forbidden Purple City ...
After visiting the Imperial City, 1 hour cruise on the Perfume River, a beautiful romantic river which is a source of inspiration for many musical and literary creations of Vietnam. Landing at the foot of the Thien Mu Pagoda, old and original Buddhist monument. Visit Pagoda before returning to the town for lunch.
The afternoon is reserved to the visit of the royal tomb of Tu Duc, built in the middle of frangipani and pine trees on the plans. Among the many tombs of the Nguyen kings, that of Tu Duc is the roomiest, most beautiful and closer to nature. Being himself a poet, Tu Duc was the architect of his last house he has built a whole philosophy of Oriental life.
Back in town, short stop visiting a village making incense sticks, common worship which, according to Buddhist belief, are used to establish communication between the living world and the afterlife. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3
Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An
Transfer: (110 km – 3.5 hours)
Departure by road to Hoi An, the unique city of Vietnam remained intact to become an invaluable cultural and historical heritage, through the famous clouds col that offers from it top a superb panorama view on the coast of Central Vietnam .
Arrival in Hoi An, Strolling is the best ways to discover Hoi An, so random streets, you will find colonial houses, a picturesque Japanese bridge, pagodas, many shops...A charming stopover! Overnight in hotel
Possibility to enjoy 14th Lunar Night - Monthly Lantern Event in Hoi An
During the 14th Lunar Night, the street lights in Hoi An Old Town are turned off and the whole town comes alive with the signature lanterns of Hoi An. The ambience turns surreal and romantic in this ancient town. Many locals from the surrounding districts travel to Hoi An during this night to enjoy the festive ambience and candle lanterns are sold by street peddlers for visitors to release on the river for good fortune. The sight of candle lanterns floating on the river is one not to be missed! The 14th Lunar Night indeed is the best time to be in Hoi An when it is at its prettiest!
Day 4
Hoi An – My Son – Hoi An
Transfer: 60km - 2 hours drive
In the morning, our guide will pick up you at the hotel’s lobby and depart for the ancient Cham ruins of My Son. Once there, visit the Tra Kieu capital which was the former administration center of Champa Kingdom. Discover the majestic ancient ruins at My Son including ancient towers which were built from the fourth century. Back to Hoi an
Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in hotel
Day 5
Hoi An – Da Nang departure
Free time until transfer to the airport to take the flight
Accommodation:
Sites
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Accommodation
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Night
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Hue
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Moonlight hotel ***+
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2
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Hoi An
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Vinh Hung Emeralda Resort ***
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2
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Tour Price: Available upon Request
Rates vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
Our services include:
- Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room
- Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
- English speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
- Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees for mentioned visits
- Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
- Bicycle or cyclo tour as mentioned
Our services do not include:
- Other meals not mentioned
- Other services not mentioned
- Visa fee to Viet Nam
- International Flights
- Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
- Tips, Travel insurance