Danang & Hoian Getaway Plus
5 Days / 4 Nights
VISIT CAM THANH COCONUT VILLAGE ANCIENT TOWN:
Hoi An Coconut Village boasts of the most interlaced waterway system in the city. Four rivers encircle it and are connected together with smaller canals. Thanks to fertile alluvia and fresh water all year round, palm forests, gardens and rice paddies are well-fed. No surprise that people have been settled down here for over 2,000 years. Up to date, farming and fishing are still the main sources of income to villagers. Owning authentic scenes of rural lifes and unspoiled environment, lots of travelers ride bicycles to explore this green oasis. In the recent decade, organized tourist activities are more and more.
DANANG CITY TOUR:
No other city represents Vietnam’s boom better than Da Nang. It’s become a gleaming, modern tourist magnet, complete with apartments, theme parks, and brand-new resorts. But the city’s earlier charm is still present, including laid-back, friendly locals and incredible street eats. After you’ve stuffed yourself with a bowl of Mi Quang and Banh Mi Ba Lan, walk it off by exploring the limestone caves and Buddhist grottos of the Marble Mountains. Make an escape to the surreal mountain resort of Ba Na Hills, where the majestic Golden Bridge welcomes you with open palms.
EXCURSION TO BA NA HILL
Bà Nà Hill Station is a hill station and resort located in the Trường Sơn Mountains west of the city of Da Nang, in central Vietnam. The station, advertised as “the Da Lat of Danang province” by local tourism authorities, was founded in 1919 by French colonists.
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVE DANANG - HOIAN
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival at Danang Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to Hoian. Hoian is a charming UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Vietnam that is known for its well-preserved ancient town, traditional crafts, and delicious food. Check-in the hotel. Rest time of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Hoian.
Day 2 : CAM THANH COCONUT VILLAGE - HOIAN ANCIENT TOWN
Visit Cam Thanh village and Bay Mau coconut forest. Here you have chance to experience the traditional way of life. Take a bamboo basket boat tour through the coconut groves, learn how to paddle a traditional boat and try your hand at catching fish and shrimp using traditional techniques. Relax in the peaceful countryside by simply sit back and enjoy the views. Learn about traditional handicrafts by watching local artisans weave baskets and mats using coconut leaves and other natural materials. You can even try your hand at making your own. In the afternoon, after our transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town, we will be immersed in a magical world of Oriental feel. We will walk over the Japanese Bridge, Hoi An town in the evening is a magical place, where is bathed in warm yellow light from the lanterns that hang from the shop houses, and the streets are filled with the sound of music and laughter. Overnight at the hotel in Danang.
Day 3 : HOIAN - DANAND CITY TOUR
Have breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to explore the lively city of Da Nang. We start our day by visiting Son Tra Peninsula, where we will enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city from above. We will then visit Linh Ung Pagoda, which is home to the tallest Buddha statue in Vietnam. After that, we will take a tour of the city and admire its modern bridges, including the Han River Bridge, Thuan Phuoc Bridge, and the Dragon Bridge. We will also visit the Love Bridge, which is a popular spot for couples to take pictures. Finally, we will walk in Apec Park, which is home to a kite-shaped icon that is one of the most popular photo spots in Da Nang. Check-in the hotel. After relaxing time, we continue our city tour of Danang with visits to Cham Museum, the marvelous museum which shows the most complete collection of rare and valuable items of the famous Cham Culture, once brightened in Central Vietnam. Climb Thuy Son (Water Mountain) by the stone stairs (elevator cost excluded – to be paid on spot) and enjoy the panoramic view of the nearby countryside. Visit Huyen Khong cave before entering Tam Thai and Linh Ung pagodas where you will be rewarded by great city views and amazed by the main cave which houses a beautiful Cham Buddha sitting under a natural shaft of light. We also visit Am Phu Cave with impressive rock formations featuring the Buddhist perception of hell or purgatory. Spend time if you wish to admire the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skillful hands of artisans in Non Nuoc village at the foot of the mountain.Overnight at the hotel in Danang.
Day 4 :DANANG - BA NA HILLS - DANANG
Today transfer to Ba Na Hills, a French-inspired hilltop resort. We’ll take the iconic cable car, which has been awarded 5 world records, to the Ba Na Hills station. From the iconic Golden Bridge, we can admire the lush vegetation and rich terrain of the Truong Son Mountains, which stretch to the East Sea. Just a few steps away from the village is the Linh Ung Pagoda, home to a 27-meter-high Buddha statue. The pagoda’s impressive facade is a testament to traditional Vietnamese architecture. Next, we’ll head to Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion for a walk through well-manicured landscapes that are perfect for photoshoots. The tour guide will take guests to visit Fantasy Park, join in adventurous, fun, and modern games such as Love Swing, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Bumper Car, Ghost House… Have buffet lunch at the restaurant. Later in the afternoon, conquer the Peak of Chua mountain at the height of 1,487m – Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple. Enjoy the panorama view of the Da Nang City and Da Nang Bay. Go downhill by cable car and return to our hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the beach feeling. Overnight at the hotel in Danang.
Day 5 : DEPART DANANG
Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with a driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home.
