4D3N CENTRAL COAST VIETNAM IMPRESSION from Chan's World Holidays

Highlights:

Depart daily
Explore the Imperial City of Hue
Scenic boat trip on the Perfume River
Thien Mu PagodaDong Ba Market
Drive over Hai Van Pass to Danang
Leisurely walk in Hoi An
Cham Museum

4D3N CENTRAL COAST VIETNAM IMPRESSION

SINGAPORE - DA NANG - HUE (DINNER)

Upon arrival at Danang Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our local guide and transfer further North to Hue - the former Imperial City of the last dynasty of Vietnam. Have a short stop on top of the pass – once regarded as the prime mountain pass on the North - South national road. Continue the journey to Hue – a charming town set on the banks of the Perfume River. Located in Central Vietnam, Hue is the only place in the country where many historic, cultural, architectural as well as artistic values have been preserved. Tangible cultural heritage - the system of historic monuments - and intangible cultural heritage - the Imperial court music - have their own national and international values that were acknowledged as World Cultural Heritages. Hue is also the site where the northern and southern ecosystems meet, the area of river-hills, greenery and beautiful landscapes. Arrival Hue, check in the hotel and free at leisure until Dinner. Overnight at hotel in Hue

HUE - DA NANG - HOI AN (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

In the morning start the day to explore the Imperial City of Hue. The Hue Citadel is situated on the Northern bank of the Perfume River and built by Emperor Gia Long it was designed for the exclusive use of the Emperor and his household. The Citadel is a square 2 km wall encompassing 3 walled enclosures: the Citadel, Kinh Thanh Hue, the Yellow Imperial city, Hoang Thanh and in the centre the Forbidden Purple city Tu Cam Thanh where the Emperor lived. The Hue royal complex has been officially recognized by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Enjoy a scenic boat trip on the Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady pagoda), one of the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious worship in Hue. Situated 4 km upstream on the banks of the Perfume River, it is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. Later, visit Dong Ba Market for shopping. In the afternoon, we start the spectacular drive over Hai Van Pass to Danang with a whole view of Pacific Ocean and famous Lang Co fishing village. Continuing to the charming historic city of Hoi An which lies on the banks of the Thu Bon River. Hoian was one of the major trading centers of Southeast Asia in the 16th century and was declared a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. Overnight at hotel in Hoi an

HOI AN - DA NANG (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Today discover Hoi An - known to early Western merchants, Hoi An was one of the major trading centers of Southeast Asia in the 16th century. Hoi An has a mixed Chinese-Vietnamese atmosphere with low, tile-roof houses and narrow streets. Having been through many ups and downs in the past, the original structures, however, are still virtually intact. That was the reason to persuade the UNESCO to recognize Hoi An as a World Heritage in 1999. Besides, the surroundings of Hoi An, especially the countryside, are one of the most outstanding highlights that visitors should experience during their stay in Hoi An. One of the best ways to discover Hoi An and its surroundings is by walking. During our 4-hour leisurely walk you will visit some of the historic merchant and community houses, places of worship and famous Japanese Covered Bridge, and the daily life of the local people: green paddy fields, vegetable gardens, markets, temples, historic houses, fishermen and stunning countryside scenes will simply mesmerize you. This tour offers great photo opportunities and you may find yourself chatting with the locals and inhaling unforgettable memories. In the afternoon proceed to Da Nang - the fourth largest city in Vietnam, the gateway to the central provinces and a sea port with nice beaches and resort, you will visit the Cham Museum - The world's foremost collection of the sculpture of the ancient King-dom of Champa, the My Khe Beach and the Marble Mountain, whose peaks represent the five elements of the universe before check in the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Danang.

DA NANG - SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST)

After breakfast, free at your own leisure until time for transfer to Danang International Airport for departure flight home.

Agency: Chan's World Holidays

4D3N CENTRAL COAST VIETNAM IMPRESSION

Agency: Chan's World Holidays

4D3N CENTRAL COAST VIETNAM IMPRESSION

Agency: Chan's World Holidays