5 Days Central Vietnam Tour from Hue to Hoi An and Da Nang

Tour overview

Duration

5 days, 4 nights

3 destinations

Hoi An, Huế, Da Nang

Tour starts

Da Nang

Tour type

Private Tour, Guided Tour

Tour highlights

Walk through the UNESCO-listed streets of Hoi An and visit its temples, market, and covered bridge.

Ride one of the world’s longest cable cars and visit the famous Golden Bridge and French Village.

Visit the Imperial Citadel in Hue and wander through the lantern-lit streets of ancient Hoi An Trading Port.

Enjoy a basket boat ride, Marble Mountains, Son Tra Peninsula, and Da Nang’s coastal sights.

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Da Nang – Transfer to Hue

   

   Highlights: Da Nang Airport transfer, Lang Co fishing village drive

   • Upon arrival at Da Nang International Airport, meet your private guide and begin the journey north to Hue via the coastal route and Lang Co fishing village, known for its lagoon views and seaside atmosphere. The drive from Da Nang to Hue is approximately 120 km and takes around 2.5–3 hours, offering a relaxing introduction to Central Vietnam’s coastal landscapes before arriving in the former imperial capital for check-in and dinner.

   Meals: Dinner

2. Day 2

   Imperial Hue – Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town

   

   Highlights: Perfume River boat trip, Thien Mu Pagoda, Imperial Citadel, Hoi An Ancient Town, Hoi An local market shopping

   • Begin the morning with a boat trip along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, one of Hue’s oldest religious landmarks founded in 1601. Continue exploring the Imperial Citadel, the former seat of the Nguyen Dynasty, where you will visit important imperial landmarks including the Flag Tower, Noon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace, and the Forbidden Purple City, once reserved exclusively for the royal family. In the afternoon, travel from Hue to Hoi An, a journey of approximately 140 km taking around 3–3.5 hours, passing through Central Vietnam’s coastal and countryside before arriving at the UNESCO listed Hoi An Ancient Town. Enjoy a walking tour through the preserved trading port featuring the Chinese Communal House, Hoi Kien Temple, ancient Tan Ky Merchants’ Houses, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge. Continue spending time at the colourful Hoi An Local Market for a free time to shop around the streets of Hoi An Ancient Town.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3. Day 3

   Cam Thanh Coconut Village – Marble Mountains – Da Nang

   

   Highlights: Bamboo basket boat ride, Marble Mountains, Linh Ung Pagoda, Lady Buddha, My Khe Beach

   • Travel this morning to Cam Thanh Water Coconut Village for a traditional bamboo basket boat ride through the coconut groves, a well known riverside experience in the Hoi An region.
   • After lunch, continue from Hoi An to Da Nang, a journey of approximately 30 km taking around 45–60 minutes, with a stop at the Marble Mountains, a cluster of limestone hills known for their caves, pagodas, and viewpoints. A one way elevator ride is included for easier access. Continue to Son Tra Peninsula to visit Linh Ung Pagoda and see the towering Lady Buddha statue overlooking the coastline. The tour also includes views of My Khe Beach, one of Da Nang’s best known beachfront stretches.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4. Day 4

   Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Experience

   

   Highlights: Ba Na Hills cable car, Golden Bridge, French Village, Fantasy Park, Dragon Bridge

   • This morning, transfer from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills, located approximately 40 km away with a travel time of around 1 hour, and board one of the world’s longest cable car systems, travelling above forested mountain and hillside landscapes. Along the route, stop to visit the iconic Golden Bridge, dramatically suspended above the mountainside by giant stone-like hands.
   • Continue exploring Ba Na Hills including Le Jardin Flower Garden, old French villa remains, Linh Ung Pagoda, and the French Village area. After an international buffet lunch, continue to the summit area where you may visit Fantasy Park, known for its large indoor entertainment and game attractions.
   • Return to Da Nang in the evening and visit several city landmarks including Love Bridge, Dragon Bridge, and Han River Bridge.

   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5. Day 5

   Da Nang Departure

   

   Highlights: Airport transfer

   • After breakfast, enjoy free time at leisure before your private transfer from Da Nang city centre to Da Nang International Airport, located approximately 5 km away with a travel time of around 10 minutes, for your departure flight.

   Meals: Breakfast

What's included

• Accommodation
• Transfers
• Sightseeing
• Tour Guide
• Entry Fees

Tour prices

Twin sharing is per person for two in one room. Single add-on is the extra per-person rate for a third guest sharing the same twin room. For other options, email us.

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