Seven Days of Central Vietnam Adventures

• Upon arrival at Hue Airport, you will meet your tour guide and be transferred directly to your hotel for check-in.
• While hotel rooms may not be available until 2:00 PM, early check-in can be arranged for an additional fee.
• The rest of the day is free for you to relax and explore at your leisure

• Our guide and driver will meet you at the hotel and take you to the boat landing for a relaxing trip along the Perfume River to visit the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, one of Vietnam's most famous landmarks.
• Next, we’ll drive a short distance into a lush valley where seven tombs were constructed for the Nguyen Emperors. We’ll explore two of these tombs: Minh Mang Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb, providing insight into royal life and architecture.
• Afterward, we’ll head outside the city for lunch, enjoying traditional Hue cuisine in a lovely garden setting.
• In the afternoon, return to the city center to visit the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City, built in the 19th century for the Nguyen Dynasty emperors. You’ll also have time to walk through Dong Ba Market, where you can sample local specialties.
• Finally, we’ll return to your hotel.

• In the morning, you'll be transferred by private car to the charming town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site that was a prominent trading center in Southeast Asia from the 16th to 18th centuries. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take some time to relax.
• In the afternoon, we'll explore Hoi An, visiting ancient merchant houses, Phuc Kien Temple, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, and the vibrant riverside markets. You’ll also see local artisans crafting Hoi An's famous lanterns and have the opportunity to create your own, from designing the frame to applying the fabric.
• Next, enjoy a cruise on the Thu Bon River to visit Thach Ha Ceramic Pottery Village, where you can observe artisans creating jars, bowls, and vases.
• Finally, return to your hotel.

• 8:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel.
• You'll drive to My Son Sanctuary, a collection of Champa ruins set in a mountainous basin in Quang Nam province, approximately 45 kilometers west of Hoi An. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, My Son is a cultural gem of central Vietnam and well worth the hour-long journey. With your guide, explore the temple groups and learn about the history of the Champa Kingdom.
• On the return trip, stop at the Sa Huynh Champa Culture Museum in Tra Kieu.
• Around noon, you’ll return to your hotel.

Visit Hoi An’s colorful market, Take a boat on Hoi An river, Experience cooking class, Enjoy lunch

• Our car will take you to Hai Café.
• We begin the day at 8:15 AM with a welcome drink at Hai Café (98 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Hoi An Ancient Town, Tel: 3863210), our meeting point.
• Next, we'll visit Hoi An’s vibrant market, immersing ourselves in the sights, sounds, and aromas of this bustling hub. You'll have the chance to interact with local vendors and learn about the ingredients we'll use in our cooking class later.
• Then, we’ll board the Red Bridge boat for a leisurely 25-minute cruise along the Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. This is a perfect opportunity to capture the local river life, so don’t forget your camera!
• Upon arrival, we'll explore the cooking school’s herb garden and learn about some of Hoi An’s and Vietnam’s famous dishes. The cooking lesson lasts about two hours, during which the chefs will demonstrate each dish before you prepare it yourself. The class also includes a brief introduction to Vietnamese food carving for plate decoration. 
• After the lesson, we’ll enjoy the dishes we've cooked, finishing around 1:00 PM.

Note: You are welcome to use our 20-meter swimming pool (with towels and showers provided) after the cooking tour, but you'll need to make your own way back to your hotel afterward. For groups of five or more, we’re happy to offer a private cooking class.

Recipes (all meals are MSG-free):

1. Fresh Rice Paper
2. Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls
3. Crispy Hoi An Pancakes with Shrimp, Herbs & Peanut Sauce
4. Seafood Salad served in Half a Pineapple with Mixed Vietnamese Herbs
5. Mi Quang Chicken Noodles
6. Food Decoration – Tomato Rose & Vietnamese Cucumber Hand Fan

Lunch includes the above dishes and Steamed Ocean Fish on a bed of Freshly Chopped Vegetables (not included in the demonstration). A vegetarian option is available upon request.

Finally, you'll be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Danang for an overnight stay.

• In the morning, you'll take the cable car from Dream Stream Station to Ba Na Station, where you’ll visit the Debay Wine Cellar, an intriguing structure built by French architects and carved deep into Ba Na Mountain in 1923. Next, explore Le Jardin D’Amour, featuring nine flower gardens, each with its own unique story and architectural style. You’ll also visit Linh Ung Pagoda, situated about 1,500 meters above sea level.
• After that, experience the stunning Golden Bridge, a new must-see spot in Ba Na Hills. This breathtaking design creates the illusion of walking on a shimmering thread held by giant hands, offering spectacular views of Danang City.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
• In the afternoon, discover the French Village, a remarkable architectural replica of ancient French towns, complete with a square, church, and charming buildings. You can also enjoy the Fantasy Park, the largest indoor amusement park in Vietnam.
• Finally, take the cable car back and return to your hotel by 5:00 PM.

Spend your last free day in Hoi An until transferring to the airport in Da Nang for your onward flight. End of all services