Danang Driving Tour designed a special tour of Central Vietnam in 6 days staring from the Da Nang city that offers you the opportunity to see as much of the Hue Imperial City and Hoi An ancient town as possible. This tour highlights the most exciting such as the Hai Van pass, the beautiful Lang Co beach, the Lap An lagoon, the Minh Mang tomb, the Khai Dinh tomb, the Thien Mu pagoda, th Hue imperial city, the My Son sanctuary and the Hoi An ancient town.
DAY 1: DA NANG ARRIVAL TO HUE CITY.
Our driver will be on time at Da Nang Intenational Airport for picking up you, then you will see your name on welcome board printer. After that, we will transfer to Hue via Hai Van pass. On the way, you will have chnace to visit Lang Co beach and Lap An lagoon. Arrived Hue, we will drop off at hotel in Hue city
DAY 2: HUE CITY TOUR.
In the morning, our Local English Speaking Guide and Proffesional Driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hue at 9:00 am to take the private boat trip enjoy a relaxing 45 minutes cruise on the enchanting Perfume River. Disembark for a brief visit to the seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda– a religious site in Hue city that lures tourists by its beautiful and ancient architectural structures of worship. Continue to see two of the most impressive Royal Tombs – Minh Mang Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb – the final resting place of the Nguyen Emperors. As you follow your guide around the beautiful complexes set amid temples, courtyards and pavilions, admire the ornate tombs built above ground to honor the emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty.
In the afternoon, after a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Hue City with Hue traditional food. Your private guide will take you on a 1 to 2 hours tour of Hue Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing the former Imperial Palace. Modeled on the Forbidden City in Beijing, Hue Citadel consists of a royal palace, tombs, hallways and ornate temples that showcase the former capital city’s regal past. Walk around the complex, located inside highstone walls, with your guide and learn about Hue’s Nguyen Emperors who ruled the former capital of Vietnam until the early 20th century. Bombed by both French and American forces, and heavily damaged during the 1968 Tet Offensive, much of the Imperial City lies in ruins and is slowly being restored to its former glory.
Your private tour of Hue city ends with private transport back to your hotel in Hue city around 16:00 pm.
DAY 3: HUE TO BA NA HILL TO DA NANG.
We will pick up you at hotel in Hue city, then transfer to Ba Na hill for you visit the Golden Bridge.
Cau Vang (meaning “gold bridge”) just opened near Da Nang in the heart of the country, adding yet another reason to explore the ever-popular destination. Suspended almost 4,600 feet above sea level, the bridge combines eight sections and stretches 500 feet long. The hands appear weathered as if constructed centuries ago. Visitors can stroll through rows of purple chrysanthemums for uninterrupted views of the rolling Trường Sơn Mountains. Cau Vang bridge rises above the Thien Thai gardens at the Bà Nà Hills Resort. Opened in 1919 by French colonists with around 200 villas, today the area holds attractions like an alpine roller coaster and the longest nonstop, single-track cable car, according to Guinness World Records.
When you finished, we will drop off at hotel in Da Nang for you check in and overnight here.
DAY 4: DA NANG CITY TOUR.
Danang Driving Tour will begin with our driver greeting you at your hotel/pick-up point at the arranged time. Along the way you have the chance to see:
The Marble Mountains – A cluster of 5 limestone and marble mountains that each represent one of the elements. Covered with Hindu and Buddhism grottoes, the Marble Mountains offer a fantastic panoramic view of Danang at the peak, great for photo opportunities.
Linh Ung Pagoda –Sitting on the stunning Son Tra Peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda is the home of the infamous giant 64 meter “Lady Buddha” statue. Commonly named “a meeting place of Heaven and Earth’s sacred air”.
My Khe Beach –Vietnam’s most “picturesque beach”. My Khe Beach offers 30 kilometers of golden white sands and crystal clear water. Perfect for sunbathing & surfing.
The Museum of Cham – With their roots dating back as far as 192 AD, Vietnam’s indigenous Cham people lived an Indian way of life in both culture and language. The Cham Museum in Danang is dedicated to this period and the Champa existence which began predominantly in the coastal areas of Vietnam. Housing the largest exhibition of Cham sculpture in the world, the museum displays almost 300 terracotta and stone works of art ranging from the 7th to the 15th centuries.
Da Nang Cathedral – was built by French priest Louis Vallet in 1923, with a pink-painted edifice that earns its reputation as one of the most unique catholic churches in Vietnam. Standing at 70 metres, it’s also known as Con Ga Church (Rooster Church) due to the imposing bell tower that’s topped with a rooster weathercock.
Local Market – You can choose Con or Han local market
After stopping at all your requested destinations, our experienced and friendly driver will drop you off at your hotel in Da Nang city.
DAY 5: DA NANG TO MY SON SANCTUARY TO HOI AN.
Your day will begin with being picked up from your hotel in Da Nang by our friendly driver. Then transfer to My Son holly land for you sightseeing.
My Son Sanctuary is the holy land of the ancient kingdom of Champa. It is recognized as a Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO in 1999. My Son Sanctuary reveals secrets of the ancient Hoi An dwellers,the Cham and at the same time fascinates and baffles archaeologists.My Son Holy land is an attractive destination not only for domestic but also international tourists to visit and learn about the culture, history, and architecture of Champa Ancient Kingdom.
After finished the My Son, we go straight to Hoi An and stop for you get lunch. After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Hoi An ancient town with local food.
We continue discover Hoi An Ancien Town for a walking tour around this enchanting port town. Follow the narrow lanes lined with centuries-old houses influenced by Chinese, Japanese, French and European architectures and visit its numerous places of interest: the 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Phuc Kien Assembly Halls, the local fish market. Around the town we can see a numerous art galleries and tailor shops, get some made-to-order clothes if you are interested.
Drop off at hotel in Hoi An when you finished.
DAY 6: HOI AN TO DA NANG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
Our driver will be on time and pick up at hotel in Hoi An. Then transfer to Da Nang airport for you flight home. End of service.
Inclusions:
- Private car / van
- Local tourist guide
- Safe and friendly driver
- Entrance tickets
- Lunch local food
- Bottled of water
- Free wifi on board
- Road Tolls
- Parking Fees
- Gasoline
Exclusions:
- Personal expenses
- Tip gratitude