Private Tour
Central Vietnam Heritage 6 Days
Hue, Da Nang & Hoi An — The Imperial Heart of Vietnam
Tour Overview
Central Vietnam is the country’s cultural and culinary heartland — a region where emperors built their tombs along the Perfume River, where ancient Cham towers rise from jungle valleys, and where the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An enchant every visitor. This 6-day journey focuses on the three UNESCO-listed gems of the central coast.
Perfect as a stand-alone trip or an extension to a longer Vietnam itinerary. You’ll explore imperial Hue, the dynamic beach city of Da Nang, and the timeless Ancient Town of Hoi An — all at a relaxed pace with expert private guides.
Tour Highlights
- ◆ Cruise the Perfume River to the tombs of Vietnam’s Nguyen emperors
- ◆ Explore the Imperial Citadel of Hue — a UNESCO walled city within a city
- ◆ Drive the Hai Van Pass — one of the world’s most scenic coastal roads
- ◆ Wander Hoi An Ancient Town by lantern light
- ◆ Visit My Son — the jungle-shrouded Cham temple complex
- ◆ Feast on central Vietnamese cuisine: bun bo Hue, mi quang, and cao lau
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Airport pickup in Hue. Afternoon boat cruise on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda. Evening cyclo ride through Hue’s atmospheric streets, followed by a royal cuisine dinner.
Full-day exploration: the Imperial Citadel with its Forbidden Purple City, followed by the royal tombs — Tu Duc (poetic lakeside mausoleum), Khai Dinh (dramatic hilltop fusion architecture), and Ming Mang (grand classical design).
Scenic drive over the Hai Van Pass. Stop at Lang Co Beach — one of the world’s most beautiful bays. Visit Marble Mountain near Da Nang. Arrive in Hoi An. Evening walking tour through the lantern-lit Ancient Town.
Morning visit to Hoi An’s central market. Hands-on cooking class featuring cao lau, white rose dumplings, and banh xeo. Afternoon cycling through rice paddies to Tra Que vegetable village. Learn traditional farming methods from a local family.
Early morning drive to My Son (beating the crowds and the heat). Guided tour of the 4th–14th century Cham temple complex in its jungle setting. Afternoon return to Hoi An. Free time for the beach, tailoring, or Old Town exploration.
Morning at leisure. Transfer to Da Nang Airport for departure.
What’s Included
- 5 nights boutique accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Private English-speaking guide throughout
- Private air-conditioned vehicle & driver
- Perfume River boat cruise
- Cooking class & market visit
- All entrance fees
- Airport transfers & 24/7 support
Pricing & Booking
From $1,080 per person (based on 2 travelers). Ideal for a 1-week cultural escape.
Private tours available year-round with flexible departure dates. Price varies by group size, hotel tier, and season.
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