COMPLETE 9-DAY PRIVATE DISCOVERY IN CENTRAL VIETNAM

Morning

Around 8:00, you will be picked up at the hotel lobby by the tour guide for the half-day tour to My Son Sanctuary. This holy land in central Vietnam was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage and it might take 1 hour to get there.

Let’s explore the groups of ruined temples and learn more about the history of the Champa Kingdom. Also, you are given the chance to visit the Sa Huynh Champa Culture Museum in Tra Kieu.

After that, we will return to the hotel

Afternoon

You have the whole free afternoon for Hoi An exploration on your own.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Morning:

Around 7:45 - 8:00, you will be picked up from the hotel to start a full-day excursion exploring the spectacular Ba Na Hills. In the morning, you'll engage in fantastic activities including:

• Check-in at Suoi Mo cable car station and take the cable car to Marseille station. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the mountains along the way.

  

• Visit the famous Golden Bridge, an impressive pedestrian bridge supported by giant stone hands. This location offers a beautiful view of the hills and nearby forests.

  

• Explore the stunning Jardin D'Amour, featuring a fountain, sculptures, and vibrant flowers. Stroll through the garden at your own pace and enjoy the tranquility.
• Pass by Linh Ung Pagoda, a renowned Buddhist temple with a beautiful statue of Quan Am.

You'll have a delightful lunch at a nearby Vietnamese buffet restaurant with over 70 different dishes after the tour. Try some local specialties to experience Vietnamese cuisine.

Afternoon:

Continue the afternoon journey by spending time at Fantasy Park, an entertainment area with various games and attractions suitable for both adrenaline enthusiasts and those seeking more relaxed activities.

End your day by enjoying the panoramic view of Ba Na Hills from the King's Peak, situated at an altitude of 1,487 meters. Our guide will then take you back to the hotel from the Cable Car Station and Gate.

NOTE: In addition to the wax museum, Debay wine cellar, and some games, the ticket includes round-trip cable car rides as well as visits to beautiful sites like the Golden Bridge, Fantasy Park, and the French Village

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Morning:

Around 8:00 AM, a car will pick you up at the Hoi An hotel for transportation to Hue. The journey may take about 3 hours, allowing you to enjoy the scenic beauty along the way.

Upon arrival in the city, you will have the opportunity to visit the Ho Chi Minh Memorial House at 112 Mai Thuc Loan, where President Ho Chi Minh lived with his family from 1895 to 1901.

Evening:

You are free to immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere on the streets and the daily life of the local people. You may consider our half-day Hue night food tour from your hotel to taste various local dishes in Hue. Here are some dishes you should try:

- Hue beef noodle soup (Bun Bo Hue)

- Hue sizzling pancake (Banh Xeo)
- Clear shrimp and pork dumplings (Banh Bot Loc)
- Water fern cake (Banh Beo)
- Steamed rice cake with shrimp (Banh Trang Tom Hap)
- Pyramid-shaped rice dumplings (Banh Bao Xoi or Banh Ram It)

Morning:

From 8:00 to 8:15 AM, our driver will pick you up from the hotel to take you to the boat pier. The boat journey along the beautiful Perfume River will start around 8:30 - 11:30, covering the following must-visit locations:

• Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the tallest pagoda in Vietnam, often considered the symbol of Hue due to its prominent location and appearance in folk songs.
• Next is the Imperial City of Hue. With a 520-hectare wall surrounding the Hue relics, it is the largest and most magnificent contemporary architectural structure in Vietnam.

• Explore Dong Ba Market, the largest and oldest market in Hue, to shop for affordable items such as furniture, handicrafts, clothing, fresh produce, and regional specialties.The city tour will conclude around 12:00 PM, and you will be transferred back to the hotel.

  Afternoon:

  You are free to explore Hue on your own in the afternoon.

  Vietnam's Imperial City during the Nguyen Dynasty

• Meals: Breakfast

  Accommodation: Hotel in Hue

Morning:

After breakfast at the hotel, take a 3-hour train ride to Dong Hoi, a city in Central Vietnam. Check-in at the hotel upon arrival and rest, preparing for an exciting exploration in the afternoon.

Afternoon:

You will be picked up from the hotel, and we will transfer you to the Vinh Moc Tunnels in about 2.5 hours. There are some suggested stops you should visit along the way:

• Stop at some small churches and former U.S. bases.
• Cross the military-free zone and pass the Ben Hai River over Hien Luong Bridge.
• Visit the museum displaying war photos and war memorials.
• Take an intriguing tour to the Vinh Moc Tunnels, where you'll experience tunnels passing through massive bomb craters, a majestic combat trench, and even immerse yourself in the tunnels.
• Marvel at small living rooms, food and weapon storage areas, as well as a school where villagers could survive.
• Drive to Cua Tung Beach, where you have time for swimming and an outdoor beach lunch.

Explore the Vinh Moc Tunnels and learn more about the dark history of the Vietnam War

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Dong Hoi

Morning:

A car will pick you up and take you to Phong Nha National Park at 08:00. From the Ho Chi Minh Trail, take a leisurely boat ride along the Son River to the magnificent Phong Nha Cave, recognized as one of the longest and most beautiful karst caves in the world. It is also listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

Continue to explore the Phong Nha Cave, the Fairy Cave, and the Royal Palace Cave while participating in a boat tour on the river. These caves are famous for their unique and stunning stalactites and stalagmites.

Afterward, return to the boat dock while enjoying a well-prepared lunch served at a nearby restaurant.

Afternoon:

Around 13:30, visit Paradise Cave, the world's largest cave system, famously nicknamed the "Underground Paradise."

Upon returning to Dong Hoi, the remaining time in the day is yours to explore.

Explore Phong Nha Cave with its Countless Wonders of Stone

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel in Dong Hoi

This is a free day for you to explore other unique places in Central Vietnam according to your preferences.

Meals: NA

Accommodation: Hotel in Dong Hoi

After having breakfast at the hotel, our driver will pick you up for transfer to the airport for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you back for your next journey.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: NA

• PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
• Economy (2*):           US $700
• Superior (3*):            US  $769
• First Class (4*):       US $886

-Cancellation by Customer:
-Cancellation received before 60 days: FREE of charge
-Cancellation received from 30 days to 59 days prior arrival date: 10% of total rate
-Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 30% of total rate
-Cancellation received from 7 days to 14 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
-Cancellation received less than 7 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate

-The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
For infant.
04 - 11 years old without bed: 50% adult rate
04 - 11 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate
04 - 11 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate