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Vietnam 7 Days

Central Vietnam Explorer

The geographic heart of the nation, central Vietnam is packed with historic sights and cultural interest, and blessed with ravishing beaches and outstanding national parks. Marvel at Hue and its Imperial Citadel, royal tombs and excellent street food. Savour the unique heritage grace of riverside jewel Hoi An. Check out Danang, fast emerging as one of the nation’s most dynamic cities. With improving highways, and upgraded international airports at Hue and Danang, access to this compelling and diverse part of Vietnam has never been easier.

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$876

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Departure
Daily

Duration
7 Days

Central Vietnam Explorer 7 Days

Day 1 – Arrive Hue (No Meals)
Arrive at Hue airport (flight not included). Private transfer to your downtown hotel.
Stay two nights at Emm Hotel Hue (Deluxe) or Eldora Hotel (Deluxe City View).

Day 2 – Hue City & Food Tasting Tour (B)
Begin with a short Perfume River boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s best-preserved religious monument. Continue to the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO site, followed by the Royal Antique Museum. Visit a nearby conical-hat making village to see artisans at work.
In the afternoon, join a private culinary tasting tour:

  • Learn to prepare local specialties such as banh beo, banh nam, and banh bot loc.
  • Visit a sweet workshop for me xung (sesame-peanut candy).
  • End with a royal tea tasting experience.

Day 3 – Hue – Hoi An (B)
Private scenic transfer over the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. Stay two nights at Emm Hotel Hoi An (Superior) or Lantana Hoi An Boutique Hotel & Spa (Deluxe).

Day 4 – Papa’s Cooking & Fishing Life (Group Tour) (B,L)
This immersive small-group day includes:

  • Morning market visit with local guide.
  • Fishing and crab catching in basket boats among coconut palms.
  • Cooking class with a local chef, preparing Hoi An specialties.
  • Enjoy your creations for lunch. Return to hotel early afternoon.

Day 5 – Hoi An – Danang (B)
Private transfer to Danang. Leisure by My Khe Beach.
Stay two nights at Risemount Premier Resort Danang (Deluxe Balcony).

Day 6 – Ba Na Hill & Golden Bridge (Group Tour) (B,L)
Ride Southeast Asia’s most modern cable car to:

  • The iconic Golden Bridge held aloft by giant stone hands.
  • French wine cellars, Le Jardin d’Amour gardens, Linh Ung Pagoda.
  • The French Village with street performances, temples, and carnival shows.
  • Adventure rides including the Slide of Tube Car.
  • Fantasy Park attractions: dinosaur park, 3D/4D rides, and free games.

Buffet lunch included. Return late afternoon.

Day 7 – Depart Danang (B)
Leisure until private transfer to Danang airport. (Flight not included.)

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Accommodation

  • 6 nights in 4* locally-rated hotels as listed

Meals

  • Meals as listed (B=breakfast, L=lunch)

Transport

  • All airport, hotel transfer and the overland transfer from Hue – Hoi An – Danang on a private basis
  • Half day Hue city tour on a private guided basis, including private boat trip on Perfume River

Touring

  • Traditional food tasting tour in Hue on a private guided basis, including food tasting
  • Papa’s fishing life and cooking tour from Hoi An on a small group basis
  • Ba Na Hill day tour from Danang on a small group basis, including return cable car ticket.
  • All road tolls, parking fees, and single-entry entrance fees, when applicable, as per itinerary
  • All local taxes and service charges
  • E-docs (travel documentation sent via email)

SKU: IJDB-SGJ-14-2024 / 2025 / 2026

Exclusions:

  • All air arrangements to, from & within Vietnam
  • Visa fees
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Early hotel check in or late hotel check out
  • Beverages of all types
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Any other tours, meals or services not specifically covered herein

Tour Prices

Tour prices valid to 31/10/2026
Depart any day
Twin
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Triple
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Single Room
4*** hotels as per itinerary
Solo TravellerN/AN/A$1,658
2 Travellers$1,003N/A$1,411
3 Travellers$946$924$1,354
4-6 Travellers$898$876$1,306

A surcharge may apply for travel from 1 Dec 2025 to mid-Jan 2026, 15-25 Feb 2026, 29 Apr – 2 May 2026 & 1-3 Sep 2026

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Central Vietnam Explorer 2025–2026

The geographic heart of Vietnam, the central region combines historic legacies, UNESCO-listed towns, and spectacular natural settings. Explore Hue’s Imperial Citadel, tombs, and royal cuisine; wander the riverside streets of lantern-lit Hoi An; discover Danang’s dynamic coastline; and take in Ba Na Hill’s Golden Bridge with sweeping views. With upgraded airports and highways, Central Vietnam has never been more accessible.

Destinations:

Hue • Hoi An • Danang • Ba Na Hill

Highlights

  • Perfume River cruise & Imperial Citadel in Hue
  • Culinary exploration with hands-on cooking in Hue & Hoi An
  • Scenic Hai Van Pass drive
  • Basket boat fishing & cooking class in Hoi An
  • Leisure by Danang’s famous My Khe Beach
  • Iconic Golden Bridge & Ba Na Hill attractions

Tour Map

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