Best of Central Vietnam

This trip is designed for tourists discovering the best destinations in the Central of Vietnam. Those are Da Nang, Hue and Hoi An which brings you memorable experiences in your time travelling in our country.
 
Journey highlights:
Stroll around the iconic ancient town of Hoi An and visit the most highlights
Get to know the ordinary daily life in eco-vegetable village of Tra Que
Learn to cook some local specialties in a lovely local house in the countryside of Hoi An
Ride along our stunning coastline, over the spectacular Hai Van Pass
Visit once the Nguyen emperor’s home and picturesque resident surrounding in Hue
Soak in the beautiful landscape of Thuy Bieu village in the outskirt of Hue on a bicycle

Day 1 - Da Nang arrival - The ancient town of Hoi An
Upon arrival in Da Nang international airport, you will be welcomed by local tour guide then transfer to Hoi An.

Meal: None
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Day 2 - Xin Chao Hoi An (B,L)
In the morning or afternoon, meet up with our guide at the hotel lobby; take a stroll to visit Hoi An town, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site because of its unusually well-preserved ancient streets and homes. Set out to explore the quaint cobblestone streets of the town with the more than two-century-old Chinese houses. Sites include the Japanese Bridge, the Chinese Temple, and Phung Hung Chinese-trading house. After the visit, free to wander around, our guide is happy to suggest some best tailor shops in town for you. Or if you are looking for a relaxing end, try out a cup of tea or coffee at "Reaching Out Tea House" - a very special and unique ancient house that offers fabulous drinks served by impaired staff.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Day 3 - Exploration in the Eco-vegetable village (B,L)
From Hoi An, take a bike ride to the village of Tra Que. It is around 30-minute ride, and the view is splendid. You will pass by plains of flooded rice fields and you will have the opportunity to observe picturesque scenes of the local's daily life with a background of verdant countryside.
Tra Que is famous for the quality and the flavor of its aromatic herbs. Once there, a local family will show you their agricultural techniques and you may also be asked to take part in the work for a while. If you are not green-fingered, don't worry, they are very patient and will guide you through various tasks, such as digging, watering or harvesting. The atmosphere is simple, and the key words are conviviality and good spirits.
You will also enjoy a very relaxing traditional foot massage. It is a custom here that is performed using the family’s special technique. After that, learn to cook some local specialties and enjoy what you have made after the cooking lesson. Return to your hotel in the afternoon and spend the rest of day free at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An

Day 4 - Hoi An - The royal ancient Hue (B,L)
Breakfast is served at your hotel.
After breakfast, it takes us 4 hours to Hue, via the scenic Hai Van Pass and stop to visit the Marble Mountain, My Khe Beach, Lang Co Beach and fishing village. 
Arrive in Hue around mid-day, we check into our hotel and spend the rest of your day free at leisure.
 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue

Day 5 - Discover the former capital of Vietnam (B,L)
Today you will travel by private vehicle to an icon of Vietnam and as potent a symbol of Hue as Thien Mu pagoda. It is famous for its seven storeys, and dedicated to a Manushi-Buddha. After your visit, board a local boat to the peaceful outskirts of Hue, where you will then start cycling on a leisurely tour to Thuy Bieu village. There are plenty of opportunities to admire the quiet and superb landscapes of Hue: rice fields, fruit tree orchards and vegetable gardens, communal houses, primary schools and a valley of cemeteries. Along the cycling route, visit a homemade incense-producing household and observe the daily life of the farmers as they perform their strenuous work with seemingly incredible joy and enthusiasm. Don’t be afraid to greet those you meet along the way. Then, you’ll head to Tu Duc Mausoleum, one of the most beautiful tombs of Hue. It was inspired by the concept of tranquility and is a model of Vietnamese traditional art. It is also an opportunity to learn about the history of the Nguyen Dynasty and the French colonial period before returning to the city center.
In the afternoon, have a closer look at the home of the royal family with a visit to the impressive Citadel. Round off your day with a walk around Dong Ba Market for a glimpse of local life. Back to the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day free at your leisure. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue

Day 6: Goodbye Hue (B)
At good time, our local driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer back to the airport for boarding your flight back home or other destinations.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour ends.
 
 

This tour is built upon our firsthand knowledge & experience, offering you the best choices available. The price of this trip varies depending on the number of people in your party, dates of departure, and availability of ground services.

 

The prices are quoted in US Dollars per person based on 2 pax/room

Categories

2 pax

4 pax

6 - 8 pax

Single Sup.

Superior

518

401

351

128

First-class

557

440

390

167

Deluxe

757

639

591

366

Child from 4 – 10 years old: 75%

Please click on CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIPS and supply the required information, enabling us to send you your personalized quote within 24 hours!

Note: Amendments CAN be made to this tour to suite your requirements, but may incur price changes

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels 
Private vehicles and drivers
Private English speaking guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
Airport Taxes and fuel charges
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
Vietnam visa letter authorization
Drinking water available on the vehicles
Service Charge & Government Taxes

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
International and domestic flights
Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
Any bank fees or charges at your end
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
Personal travel insurance
Tips for tour guide and driver in each region
Peak season or public holidays surcharge if any
Compulsory gala dinner on Christmas or New Year's Eve if any
Vietnam visa stamp fee 
Other services not mentioned above
 
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HOTEL SELECTION:

The hotels listed below are our suggestions for the best value on this tour.  However, Asia Essence Tours offers many more options of hand-picked hotels, with different "star ratings", allowing you to customize the vacation to meet your taste and budget.

LOCATIONS

SUPERIOR CATEGORY

FIRST CLASS CATEGORY

DELUXE CATEGORY

LUXURY 
CATEGORY

Hue

Mercury
Hotel Emerald Waters Classy 
Ambassador 
Golden Rooster

Hotel du Lac 
Hanoi Garden Hotel & Spa
Imperial Hotel & Spa

La Siesta Premium Hang Be
La Siesta Classic Ma May
La Sinfonia Del Rey

Azerai La Residence Hue
 

Hoi An

Hoi An Luna Villa 
Eden Hoi An Villa 
Hoi An Merrily de Art

 

Hoi An Ancient House Village Resort & Spa 
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa

Palm Garden 
Boutique Hoi An 

Four season Nam Hai Hoi An
Intercontinental
Peninsula Danang

 



ABOUT HOTELS:

We, at Asia Essence Tours, are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. As the hotel cost will be the major expense of your vacation in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, it is essential that all of the hotels chosen by us are the highest quality for the price paid. All of our prices are based on twin, double or queen shared rooms.

BELOW IS AN EXPLANATION OF THE HOTEL "STAR" RATINGS:

Superior/ 3 Star (from US$ 50 - US$ 80 per room/night)

The Superior/ 3 Star Hotels are good value and normally centrally located. They all have comfortable en-suite rooms, good amenities and public areas to relax in. They are usually family run hotels, so offer great personalized service for your enjoyment and comfort. Most first class properties offer an in-house restaurant, and some may even have a swimming pool!

First Class/ 4 star (from US$ 100 - US$ 150/ per room/night)

The 4* First class Hotels offer a wide range of services. Many superior hotels feature a choice of several in-house restaurants. In addition virtually all of them have a swimming pool. Some may even feature a spa or health club. This grade of hotel offers more for your enjoyment and comfort, while still remaining affordable.

Deluxe/ 5 Star (from US$160 - US$ 240++/ per room/night)

These 5* Deluxe hotels are usually owned by Worldwide, well known Hotel chains. The deluxe hotels feature excellent locations, offer the highest standards of service and facilities, and are known as the best hotels in each region. Facilities such as swimming pools and spas are the norm, and guest rooms are luxurious. These hotels offer first class service and amenities throughout.

ASIA ESSENCE TOURS™ BESPOKE STYLE SUITS EVERYONE

Flexibility: The sample itinerary can be modified to suit your interests, budget as well as your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.

Tailor-Made Journey: This trip can be tailor made to create a unique holiday for your individual requirements by travel experts with intimate knowledge of the destination. It is a more individual trip that will suit those who enjoy immersing themselves in new cultures and environments, with the flexibility to plan a trip at your own pace. Quality and value are the hallmark of the trips, with most services being provided on a private basis.

Commitment to Excellence: We enjoys excellent relationships with all of the highly regarded hotels and finest properties in our destinations as well as with service suppliers so that we are able to negotiate the most attractive prices for our clients, which enables us to provide exclusive holidays and affordable special offers. We create one-of-a-kind vacations for groups and individuals. We love our destinations and do our best to make sure that our customers feel the same way. Our job is to make sure that everyone gets the right balance of comfort and excitement to enjoy the experience of a lifetime.

 

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