ITINERARY:
DAY 1. MANILA - DA NANG (MEALS ON BOARD/D)
Simply pack your bag for a 3-hour flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival at Da Nang International Airport, please proceed through immigration and customs, then make your way to the exterior arrivals area using the exit indicated for your flight on the arrival marquee. Our guide will be waiting for you here, holding a pick-up sign, and will escort us to the hotel for check-in and some rest.
In the afternoon, visit Linh Ung Pagoda on the Son Tra Peninsula. This pagoda features the 67-meter-tall Lady Buddha Statue ? the tallest in Vietnam. Here, you can experience a sense of
inner peace and spiritual freshness while exploring the famous pagoda and enjoying the panoramic view of Da Nang?s seashore. Continue on to Da Nang Cathedral ? the cathedral of the Da Nang Diocese in central Vietnam commonly known as the Pink Church. It is the only church built in Da Nang during the French colonial period, constructed in 1923 by priest Louis Vallet for the city's French colonial residents. Then, enjoy shopping at Han Market and take photos at the iconic Dragon Bridge ? a symbol of Da Nang. End the day with a welcome dinner at All Seasons Restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Da Nang.
Da Nang has a nearly-60-kilometre-long coastline stretching from the foot of the Hai Van Pass to the Marble Mountains of 60 kilometres long, and it is famous for its many beautiful sections of beaches stretching from the foot of Hai Van Pass to the Marble Mountains as well as other beautiful landscapes such as Han River, Son Tra mountain?
DAY 2. DA NANG - HOI AN (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel, then checkout. At 09:00 AM, transfer to Ba Na Hills. Upon arrival at the Ba Na Hills station, begin the journey to the mountain by cable car ? recognized by Guinness as the world's longest cable car and having the greatest height difference between stations 1 and 2. Enjoy a buffet lunch at Ba Na Hills. In the afternoon, visit several beautiful attractions: the Debay Wine Cellar, Linh Ung Pagoda with its 27-meter Buddha statue, Loc Uyen Garden, the Golden Bridge, and Quan Am Pavilion. Your tour guide will take you to the Monkey Garden, where you'll have the opportunity to conquer The God Mountain, standing at 1,487 meters above sea level?the highest peak in Central Vietnam. Continue to the French Village and Fantasy Park. Return to Da Nang City and proceed to Hoi An for check-in. Be immersed in the shimmering lights of the Hoi An Lantern Boat along the Thu Bon River. Dinner will be at Little Oasis Hoi An Restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Hoi An.
DAY 3. HOI AN (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel. At 9:00 AM, proceed to the Ecological Village of Cam Thanh, located about 4 km east of Hoi An ancient town. Upon arrival at Bay Mau Coconut Forest, a 7-hectare area surrounded by mangrove forests and canals, you will get on a bamboo boat to explore the daily life of fishermen, their families, and communities. During the trip, the boatman will create charming natural ornaments, such as hats, rings, and glasses, made from coconut leaves. You will surely experience the feeling of floating on the water and join an equally fun Basket Boat Race, with music and cheers filling the air. Lunch at Little Faifo Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit remarkably well-preserved old houses that have stood the test of 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who once lived in these homes and traded with buyers from all around the world. Make a stop at the Japanese Covered Bridge. Next, visit the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a vibrant mixture of colorful gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Then, enjoy shopping at the Hoi An Local Market. After dinner, you will spend the night in Hoi An.
Hoi An town is a UNESCO World Heritage area. An ancient trading port, once the largest in Indochina, Hoi An was a meeting point for many cultures that left their mark in the different architectural features of its wooden buildings. The original traditional street pattern still exists, as does the quay that once welcomed ships from all over East Asia and beyond. Many remained there for months at a time, waiting for favourable trade winds to carry them home. There are plenty of good restaurants offering a variety of cuisines and price levels. The town is also a good place for shopping for silk. You can have your clothes tailor-made within a day or two at reasonable cost.
DAY 4. HOI AN - DA NANG - MANILA (B/MEALS ON BOARD)
Breakfast at the hotel, then check out. At 10:00 AM, our guide will pick you up, and you will be transferred to the airport for your homebound flight to Manila.
NOTE: The itinerary may be adjusted based on your flight details, weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances.
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