Da Nang – Hue – Hoi An 5 days 4 nights

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Day 1: Airport – Da Nang (-/-/D)

After arriving at Da Nang Airport, go to the Da Nang hotel to check in.

Have lunch at a Da Nang restaurant (own expense). In the afternoon itinerary, visitors will visit:

Danang Museum: Built in 1989, the Danang Museum records the history and cultural development of Danang people and the process of Danang becoming the most developed city in central China. At present, the Da Nang Museum retains more than 13,000 documents and pottery from the “Sa Huynh Culture” with a history of 2,000-3,000 years; documents and relics of the “Quang Nam – Da Nang” people’s resistance to France and the United States, such as: bullets, grenades, chemical compounds… 

Linh Ung Temple: Son Tra Peninsula forms a natural screen and is regarded as a primeval forest in a young city. Son Tra Peninsula has rich natural landscapes, fresh air and convenient transportation. Son Tra Peninsula is a tourist attraction that attracts many tourists. In order to protect the people, the Da Nang City Government specially erected a 68-meter-high [Quan Am Statue] on Son Tra Peninsula, which is solemn and solemn. Linh Ung Pagoda, located on the Son Tra Peninsula.

Dragon Bridge: To commemorate the 38th anniversary of the liberation of Da Nang, a special-shaped bridge was built on the Han River in 2009. It spans the east and west banks of the Han River, with a total length of 666 meters. The bridge is like a long dragon crossing the Han River, with the dragon body covering it. 2500 LED lights will show different colors at night, making it more beautiful and making the Han River scenery more charming. At the same time, this is also the world’s largest steel structure bridge. 

Enjoy a Han River cruise after dinner in the evening. The Dragon Bridge has fire-breathing and water-spraying performances every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Each cruise lasts about 1 hour, allowing visitors to fully appreciate Da Nang’s night scenery. The yacht will pick up visitors under the Dragon Bridge and then take them to take turns passing by Da Nang’s famous bridges: Han Bridge, Tran Thi Ly Bridge, Dragon Bridge, and Thuan Phuoc Bridge. Visitors can also enjoy watching the unique Cham dance performance on the Han River cruise (own expense)

Please note: Han River cruise schedules may vary depending on actual conditions. The dragon bridge fountain and fire show only takes place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Day 2: Lang Co Bay – Hue Imperial City – Thien Mu Pagoda – Thuy Xuan Village (B/L/D)

Morning: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Da Nang. Depart for Hue (92 km, 2.5-hour drive). En route, stop at Lăng Cô Bay: Lăng Cô Bay has been voted one of the most beautiful bays in the world by the World’s Most Beautiful Bays Club, after Ha Long Bay and Nha Trang Bay. It boasts white sand dunes, clear blue water, and mountains on all sides. It is considered one of Hue’s tourist attractions.

Thien Mu Pagoda: This pagoda is located on a hill overlooking the Perfume River. To the right of the tower is the Stele Pavilion, to the left is the Hexagonal Pavilion, and behind the tower is the Main Hall, which houses the Three Precious Buddhas. Thien Mu Pagoda was built in 1601 during the reign of Lord Nguyen Hoang, the founder of the Nguyen dynasty.This temple is one of the symbols of Hue City, with unique architecture and is considered the most sacred temple in Hue City.

Enjoy lunch at a Hue restaurant and savor Hue specialties in an ancient Hue-style space.

Hue Citadel: The Palace of the Thirteen Emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam, divided into three layers inside and out, the outermost layer is 21 meters wide and 7 meters high, with a circumference of 10 kilometers, and has ten gates and a moat surrounding it. The city has a large number of palaces, including the Ngo Mon Gate, the Thai Hoa Palace, temples, gardens, bridges and other ancient architectural groups. 

Experience the Hue Imperial City Electric Cars and Cyclo 

Take a dragon boat tour on the Perfume River: Enjoy the peaceful scenery around the Perfume River on a dragon boat and visit the famous architectural works of Hue.

Thuy Xuan incense village: Thuy Xuan Village is famous for its traditional incense making industry with a history of hundreds of years. It is not only Hue’s most famous traditional handicraft village, but also a popular tourist destination for both domestic and foreign tourists.

Dinner in Da Nang: Arrive in Da Nang in the evening and have dinner at a restaurant.

Day 3: The Marble Mountains – Bay Mau Coconut Forest – Hoi An Ancient Town (B/L/D)

The Marble Mountains: Legend has it that immortals once lived on these mountains, and as a result, the entire mountain is fragrant, which is very magical. The Five Marble Mountains were originally an island in the sea, and after many years of changes, they became a mountain on land. At first, they were called Five Aggregates Mountain and Five Fingers Mountain. On the west side is the Han River. On the flat sandy beach by the sea, six mountains (including a double peak volcano) of water, wood, fire, gold, and earth rise abruptly, forming a majestic scene.

Bay Mau Coconut Forest: It is a relatively primitive natural ecological scenery. The shore is densely covered with water coconut groves and betel nut trees. Most of the residents on the island make a living by fishing and wood carving. Let us experience riding a traditional bamboo boat, travel through the original natural ecological scenery, experience the fun of fishing for crabs, learn how to use fishing nets, and experience the real life of local people. Visitors will especially be able to see artists showcasing their “trembling” boat-cutting water skills.

Continue the tour to Hoi An Ancient Town: Hoi An Ancient Town is an ancient town located on the Thu Bon River in Quang Nam Province, Vietnam. It is located about 30 km southeast of Da Nang and was a trading post for Chinese, Indian and Japanese maritime trade during the Middle Ages. Due to its geographical location and favorable climate, Hoi An was a thriving international commercial port. In December 1999, it was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO. 

Experience Hoi An Cyclo.

Japanese Bridge: Also known as Lai Yuan Bridge, it was built in 1593 by the Japanese. It is a wooden arched bridge. At that time, this bridge connected the Japanese town with the Chinese town. There is a roof on the bridge for shelter, and a small temple is built on the north side. 

Fukian Assembly Hall: The assembly hall enshrines the goddess Mazu and is a place for people from Fujian Province to gather. Visitors who come here to visit the ruins will be amazed by the exquisite craftsmanship of the predecessors, the carved beams and painted rafters, the golden and brilliant, and the magnificent architectural engineering. The architecture of the assembly hall is in the shape of the Chinese character “三” (three), extending from Chen Fu Road to Pan Zhuzhen Road, with a total depth of 120 meters. 

Enjoy afternoon tea and taste Vietnam’s famous coffee and some Hoi An specialty desserts. In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to watch coffee concoctions.

Hoi An Memories Show: The main stage is a giant open-air venue with a stage area of about 7,500 square meters and a length of 1 kilometer. The entire theater can accommodate 3,300 spectators and is the largest live performance show in Vietnam. Even if you can’t understand Vietnamese or the English subtitles, you can still fully feel the tension of the entire performance. It is a wonderful performance that will keep the applause coming! (Own expenses) Closed every Tuesday, performance time 19:30-20:30

After dinner, tourists can enjoy the Hoi An night scene: The night scene of Hoi An Ancient Town is dotted with lanterns hanging high in every household, making the entire waterside night quite quaint and romantic. Tourists can take pictures as souvenirs. There are also unique shops in the ancient town, such as the foreigner’s street and bars, to accompany you through a slow Nam Duong night.

Day 4: Ba Na Hills – My Khe Beach – Love Bridge – APEC Park (B/L/D)

Go to Ba Na Hills: Da Nang’s Ba Na Hills is a famous Vietnamese summer resort, home to the world’s longest single-rail cable car with the greatest altitude difference in Asia, as well as the Cloud Castle, which resembles a stroll through a European town. With an altitude of 1,487 meters, the temperature here is 6°C to 8°C cooler than at the foot of the mountain all year round, making it a cool and comfortable retreat. As early as the early 20th century, this was a popular summer resort for the French. 

World’s First Mountain Cable Car: CNN has named this cable car one of the “10 Most Impressive Mountain Cable Cars in the World.” It holds two Guinness World Records: the world’s longest direct single-rail mountain cable car, with a total length of 5,801 meters; and the cable car route with the greatest altitude difference between the departure and arrival stations, with an altitude difference of approximately 1,290 meters.

Golden Bridge – Held by Giant Hands: On Ba Na Hills, there is a very special golden bridge, located at an altitude of around 1,400 meters. It appears to be suspended in mid-air, supported by giant hands. This Golden Bridge has recently attracted coverage from major international travel media. The structure of the Golden Bridge is quite unique. Although it is a newly opened bridge, the moss on the giant hands gives it a sense of history.The bridge is about 150 meters long and is divided into eight sections. 

Le J’ardin Garden: Also known as the Love Garden, it consists of nine small gardens: Mandarin Duck Garden, Mysterious Garden, Mythical Garden, Memory Garden, Eden Garden, Osaka Garden, Meditation Garden, Dream Creek Garden, and Sacred Garden. A riot of colorful flowers can be found here.

Debay Wine Cellar: An ancient cellar with a history of nearly 100 years. The main purpose of the cellar was to store various fine wines, especially those brought by the French from their homeland. This is a must-visit for lovers of red wine, where you can taste the finest wines.

Linh Ung Pagoda: The highlight of this pagoda’s architecture is a majestic 27-meter-high white stone statue of the Buddha (Shakyamuni Buddha). This is the largest statue of Shakyamuni in Vietnam.

French Village: The French Village recreates the classic romantic French architectural style through its unique buildings: squares, towns, villages, churches, hotels, etc., making visitors feel as if they have traveled through space and time to 17th and 18th century Europe.

Fantasy Park: It has a variety of facilities including: music express, shophouse games, Jurassic Park, rail trucks, swing horse races, indoor shooting range, car races, haunted house adventure, 3D movies…, it is so fun that you will never want to leave. Visitors can freely explore here for 1 hour.

The Mega 360-degree 3D cinema: This is the most modern cinema as well. You will watch high-quality movies. In addition, there are many good movies in 4D and 5D cinemas for visitors.

Afternoon Visitors gather at the cable car station and then take the cable car down the mountain.

My Khe Beach: Located in Da Nang, in central Vietnam, My Khe Beach boasts a 30-kilometer stretch of sand and is often referred to as “Oriental Hawaii.” In 2005, it was also recognized by UNESCO as one of the six most beautiful beaches in the world, earning it the status of a resort paradise.

Upon reaching My Khe Beach, situated in the eastern suburbs of Da Nang, you’ll be greeted by a 900-meter-long coastline adorned with pristine white sand and azure blue waters. The sand beneath your feet is incredibly fine and soft. 

Love Bridge: Da Nang’s Love Bridge has become a popular destination for locals, tourists, and especially young couples, who flock to the bridge to take photos, stroll, and enjoy the double sweetness of Valentine’s Day.

Carp Turning into Ca Chep Hoa Rong Statue: This statue, weighing nearly 200 tons and standing 7.5 meters tall, is crafted from five large pieces of natural white jade. As night falls, the statue, Dragon Bridge, and Ferris wheel create a mesmerizing spectacle. Visitors can also witness the statue’s captivating water fountain display.

APEC Park: Established and inaugurated in early 2022, APEC Park has quickly transformed into a “hotspot” attracting tourists and Da Nang locals, particularly young people. The park features a unique architectural style and offers green spaces such as lawns, walkways, winding staircases, and verdant gardens for visitors to enjoy, explore, and have fun.

Day 5: Da Nang – Airport (B/-/-)

Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Pack your belongings. Check out of the hotel.

Danang Cathedral: Visit the Danang Cathedral, also known as the “Pink Church” or “Rooster Church”. This French colonial-era church was built in 1924 and is nearly 100 years old. The Gothic-style architecture is painted pink, which attracts many young women. On weekdays, you can enter through the small back door. The main front door is only opened for special events. 

Depart for the airport: Head to the airport for your flight. End your 5-day, 4-night Danang trip and return home. Look forward to your next visit!

Please note: The tour itinerary may be reasonably changed due to weather conditions or the health of the tourists, but the quality standards of the tour will not be affected.

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