Da Nang, Hue & Hoi An Heritage Tour

Central Vietnam Culture, Imperial Heritage, Ancient Town & Coastal Beauty

Code: GLT-CVN-DHH-5D
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Arrival / Departure: Da Nang International Airport
Route: Da Nang – Hue – Hoi An – My Son / Ba Na Hills Optional – Da Nang
Tour Style: Culture, heritage, coastal scenery, UNESCO sites, local life, soft discovery
Suitable For: Inbound travelers, private groups, couples, families, senior travelers, cultural travelers, B2B partners
Guide Language: English-speaking guide or other languages upon request

Tour Overview

This 5-day Central Vietnam journey is designed for travelers arriving and departing from Da Nang International Airport, combining the coastal beauty of Da Nang, the imperial heritage of Hue and the timeless charm of Hoi An Ancient Town.

The tour begins in Da Nang, a modern coastal city framed by mountains, beaches and the Son Tra Peninsula. Guests then travel to Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital, to discover royal tombs, ancient pagodas and the Imperial Citadel. The journey continues through the scenic Hai Van Pass to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site known for its lantern-lit streets, merchant houses, riverside atmosphere and rich trading history.

For guests who want a more entertainment-focused experience, Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge can be added as an optional full-day program. For guests who prefer cultural depth, My Son Sanctuary is recommended as a meaningful Champa heritage experience.

This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want a compact but rich Central Vietnam program with culture, heritage, local cuisine, scenery and flexible pacing.

Quick Itinerary

Recommended meals included: 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 welcome dinner.
Some lunches and dinners are left open intentionally so guests can explore local cuisine in Hue, Hoi An and Da Nang at their own pace.

Tour Highlights

• Arrive and depart conveniently via Da Nang International Airport.
• Visit Linh Ung Pagoda and enjoy panoramic coastal views from Son Tra Peninsula.
• Travel through the scenic Hai Van Pass, one of Vietnam’s most beautiful coastal mountain roads.
• Discover Hue Imperial City, the former royal capital of Vietnam.
• Visit Khai Dinh Tomb, Thien Mu Pagoda and the Imperial Citadel.
• Explore Marble Mountains, a spiritual and scenic landmark of Da Nang.
• Walk through Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
• Enjoy the magical lantern-lit atmosphere of Hoi An in the evening.
• Choose between My Son Sanctuary for Champa heritage or Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge as an optional entertainment experience.
• Travel with a flexible itinerary suitable for private groups, senior guests and international travelers.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Da Nang – Coastal City Introduction

Meals: Welcome Dinner
Overnight: Da Nang

Upon arrival at Da Nang International Airport, guests will be welcomed by the guide and driver, then transferred to the hotel.

Depending on arrival time, enjoy a gentle introduction to Da Nang, one of Central Vietnam’s most dynamic coastal cities.

Suggested visits may include:

Linh Ung Pagoda, Son Tra Peninsula
Located on Son Tra Peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda is known for its impressive Lady Buddha statue and panoramic views over Da Nang Bay, the coastline and the city.

My Khe Beach
If time allows, enjoy a short walk along My Khe Beach, one of Da Nang’s most famous beaches, known for its long sandy shore and relaxed coastal atmosphere.

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: Da Nang
Meals: Dinner

Note: For late arrival flights, sightseeing will be removed and the day will focus on airport transfer, hotel check-in and rest.

Day 2: Da Nang – Hue Imperial Heritage

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hue

After breakfast, check out and depart for Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital.

Depending on weather and road conditions, travel through the scenic Hai Van Pass, one of the most beautiful coastal mountain passes in Vietnam. The route offers panoramic views of mountains, sea and lagoon landscapes.

Upon arrival in Hue, visit Khai Dinh Tomb, one of the most distinctive royal tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty. The tomb combines Vietnamese tradition with European architectural influences, creating a unique and highly decorative monument.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s iconic riverside pagoda overlooking the Perfume River.

Continue to the Imperial Citadel, once the political and ceremonial center of the Nguyen Dynasty. The visit offers insight into royal life, court culture, architecture and the historical role of Hue as Vietnam’s imperial capital.

Check in at the hotel. Evening free at leisure.

Dinner is on guests’ own arrangement, allowing them to explore Hue’s refined local cuisine.

Overnight: Hue
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Optional dinner upgrade: Hue royal-style dinner or Hue specialty tasting menu.

Day 3: Hue – Da Nang – Marble Mountains – Hoi An Ancient Town

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hoi An

After breakfast, check out and travel from Hue to Hoi An via Da Nang.

On the way, visit Marble Mountains, a cluster of limestone and marble hills with caves, pagodas, stone steps and viewpoints. This is one of Da Nang’s meaningful cultural and spiritual landmarks.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Continue to Hoi An, one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric heritage towns. Check in at the hotel and rest.

In the late afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.

Suggested visits include:

• Japanese Covered Bridge area
• Old merchant house
• Fujian or Cantonese Assembly Hall
• Hoi An local market
• Traditional handicraft workshop
• Riverside streets and lantern-lit walking areas

Hoi An was once an important trading port where Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese and European influences met. Today, it is loved for its yellow ancient houses, narrow streets, riverside cafés, lanterns and warm local atmosphere.

Dinner is on guests’ own arrangement so they can enjoy Hoi An’s food scene freely.

Overnight: Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4: Hoi An Free Day / My Son Sanctuary / Ba Na Hills Optional

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Hoi An

Breakfast at the hotel.

This day is designed flexibly, allowing guests to choose the experience that best matches their travel style.

Recommended Cultural Option: My Son Sanctuary Half-Day Tour

Depart from Hoi An to visit My Son Sanctuary, one of the most important Champa heritage sites in Vietnam.

Located in a green valley surrounded by mountains, My Son was once a sacred religious center of the Champa Kingdom. The site preserves ancient brick towers, temple remains and spiritual traces of a civilization that flourished in Central Vietnam for centuries.

This option is highly recommended for guests who are interested in culture, history, architecture and Champa heritage.

Return to Hoi An. The afternoon is free for relaxation, tailoring, cafés, shopping or riverside walking.

Optional Entertainment Upgrade: Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Full-Day Tour

For guests who prefer a scenic and entertainment-focused experience, Ba Na Hills can be arranged as a full-day optional tour.

The visit may include the cable car ride, Golden Bridge, French Village, gardens and selected entertainment areas depending on ticket type and operating conditions.

This option is suitable for guests who enjoy photography, mountain scenery and theme-park-style experiences.

Important note: Ba Na Hills is a popular attraction and can be crowded during peak seasons. It is recommended as an optional upgrade rather than a compulsory part of the cultural itinerary.

Other Optional Local Experiences in Hoi An

Guests may also choose:

• Lantern-making workshop
• Tra Que Vegetable Village
• Cam Thanh coconut basket boat experience
• Hoi An cooking class
• Free time for tailoring, cafés, shopping and local food discovery

Lunch and dinner are on guests’ own arrangement unless an optional experience with meal is selected.

Overnight: Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Hoi An – Da Nang Departure

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Not included

Breakfast at the hotel.

Enjoy free time at leisure until the scheduled transfer to Da Nang International Airport for the departure flight.

Depending on the flight schedule, guests may relax at the hotel, enjoy personal time in Hoi An, or arrange their own shopping and local food experiences before leaving Central Vietnam.

Please note that standard hotel check-out time is usually before 12:00. Late check-out or a day-use room can be arranged upon request with surcharge and subject to hotel availability.

Transfer to Da Nang International Airport.

End of services.

Optional Experiences

The following experiences can be added depending on guest interest, budget and travel season:

• Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge full-day tour
• My Son Sanctuary guided heritage tour
• Hue royal-style dinner
• Hue street food or specialty tasting experience
• Hoi An lantern-making workshop
• Tra Que Vegetable Village and cooking class
• Cam Thanh coconut basket boat experience
• Hoi An evening food tour
• Private photography walk in Hoi An
• Spa or wellness treatment
• Beach resort upgrade in Da Nang or Hoi An
• Day-use room on departure day

Suggested Accommodation Areas

Da Nang

Suitable for guests who want beach access, modern hotels and convenient airport transfer.

Recommended areas:

• My Khe Beach
• Han River area
• Son Tra / coastal area

Hue

Suitable for imperial heritage discovery and local cuisine.

Recommended areas:

• City center
• Perfume River area
• Boutique heritage hotels

Hoi An

Suitable for ancient town atmosphere, walking streets, lanterns and boutique stays.

Recommended areas:

• Hoi An Ancient Town area
• Riverside area
• An Bang Beach area
• Boutique resort area between town and beach

Suggested Service Levels

1. Smart Value Package

From USD 429 / person

Designed for travelers who want a well-organized Central Vietnam journey with essential comfort, private transfers and key sightseeing.

Suggested standard:

• 3-4 star hotels or selected boutique hotels
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• English-speaking guide
• Main sightseeing entrance fees
• 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 welcome dinner
• Standard local restaurants
• Hoi An walking tour
• My Son or Ba Na Hills optional at surcharge

Best for price-conscious groups, B2B partners and first-time visitors.

2. Signature Experience Package

From USD 589 / person

Recommended for most international travelers who want better comfort, better hotels and a smoother experience.

Suggested standard:

• 4-5 star hotels or quality boutique hotels
• Better room category where possible
• Experienced English-speaking guide
• Selected local restaurants
• More flexible pacing
• One selected local experience, such as lantern-making workshop, Hue specialty dinner or Hoi An local experience
• Better coordination for senior guests or private groups

Best for private groups, couples, families, senior travelers and cultural guests.

3. Premium Tailor-Made Package

From USD 889 / person

Designed for guests who prefer elevated comfort, curated experiences and flexible timing.

Suggested standard:

• 5-star hotels, resorts or premium boutique properties
• Senior English-speaking guide
• High-comfort private vehicle
• Curated dining experiences
• Hue royal-style dinner or refined tasting menu
• My Son guided heritage experience
• Hoi An lantern-making or cooking class
• Premium room or beach resort upgrade upon request
• Personalized care for VIP guests, families or incentive groups

Best for VIP guests, premium FIT, families, luxury cultural travelers and incentive groups.

Price is based on twin/double sharing room and private group arrangement. Final quotation depends on group size, travel dates, hotel category, vehicle standard, guide language, meals, entrance fees and optional experiences.

Golden Life Travel offers three service levels: Smart Value, Signature Experience and Premium Tailor-Made.

Price Includes

The final inclusion list depends on the selected package. In general, the tour price may include:

• Accommodation based on twin/double sharing room.
• Daily breakfast at hotels.
• Meals as mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
• English-speaking guide according to the itinerary.
• Private air-conditioned transportation.
• Airport pick-up and drop-off at Da Nang International Airport.
• Sightseeing entrance fees according to the confirmed program.
• Visits to Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An and selected heritage sites as mentioned.
• Mineral water during touring days.
• VAT and service charges where applicable.

Price Excludes

The tour price does not include:

• International air tickets.
• Domestic air tickets, if any.
• Vietnam visa fee or visa arrangement fee.
• Early check-in and late check-out at hotels.
• Single room supplement.
• Drinks during meals unless clearly mentioned.
• Meals not mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
• Optional experiences such as Ba Na Hills, My Son Sanctuary, cooking class, basket boat or special dinners unless included in the selected package.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, minibar, telephone calls, souvenirs and personal purchases.
• Tips for guide, driver, hotel porters and service staff.
• Travel insurance.
• Holiday, festival or peak-season surcharges.
• Bank transfer fees or payment transaction fees.
• Any service not clearly mentioned in the inclusion list.

Children Policy

Children prices depend on age, rooming arrangement, hotel policy, meal requirements, entrance fees, transport seat usage and supplier conditions.

• Children under 2 years old: Usually free of charge for land services when sharing existing bedding with parents. Parents are responsible for any actual costs incurred, including baby cot, meals, entrance fees, flight tickets if any and supplier charges.
• Children from 2 to under 6 years old: Usually charged from 65% of the adult tour price when sharing existing bedding with parents.
• Children from 6 to under 11 years old: Usually charged 75% of the adult tour price when sharing bed with parents.
• Children from 6 to under 11 years old requiring an extra bed or separate bed: Usually charged 85%–95% of the adult tour price, depending on hotel and supplier conditions.
• Children from 11 years old and above: Charged as adults.

Final child pricing will be confirmed at the quotation stage based on the child’s age, rooming request, travel date and supplier conditions.

Payment Policy

To confirm the booking, a deposit is required.

• 30% deposit of the total tour value is required upon booking confirmation.
• The remaining balance must be paid 30 days before departure.
• For bookings made within 30 days before departure, full payment is required upon confirmation.
• For supplier-controlled services such as hotels, Ba Na Hills tickets, special dining, private experiences or non-refundable services, additional payment conditions may apply.
• All bank charges, transfer fees or payment transaction fees are to be paid by the client unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellation charges are calculated based on the date Golden Life Travel receives the written cancellation request.

• 45 days or more before departure: Deposit may be refundable after deducting bank fees, administrative fees and any non-refundable supplier charges.
• 30–44 days before departure: 30% of total tour value may be charged.
• 15–29 days before departure: 50% of total tour value may be charged.
• 7–14 days before departure: 75% of total tour value may be charged.
• Less than 7 days before departure or no-show: 100% of total tour value may be charged.

Non-refundable services may include hotel deposits, holiday surcharges, Ba Na Hills tickets, special dining arrangements, private experiences, entrance tickets, visa services and any supplier non-refundable items.

Refunds, if applicable, will be processed after Golden Life Travel receives refunds from relevant suppliers.

Booking Changes

Any booking change is subject to availability and supplier conditions.

Changes may include travel date, hotel, room type, group size, meal arrangement, guide language, vehicle, itinerary or optional experiences.

Additional charges may apply if the new service cost is higher than the original arrangement. Once hotels, tickets, vehicles, special meals or private experiences are confirmed, changes may be restricted or non-refundable according to supplier policy.

Golden Life Travel will always try to support reasonable changes, but changes cannot be guaranteed after services are confirmed.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included unless clearly mentioned in the quotation.

Golden Life Travel strongly recommends that all guests purchase comprehensive international travel insurance in their country of residence before departure. This helps ensure better coverage, direct claim support and easier access to assistance according to the guest’s local insurance regulations.

The policy should ideally cover medical expenses, emergency medical treatment, personal accident, trip cancellation or interruption, travel delays, baggage loss or damage, emergency evacuation and weather disruption where applicable.

Guests are responsible for reviewing their insurance terms, coverage limits and exclusions before travel.

Important Notes

• This is a sample itinerary and can be customized according to flight schedule, travel dates, hotel category, guest profile and budget.
• Hotel check-in time is usually from 14:00 and check-out time is usually before 12:00.
• Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and surcharge.
• Ba Na Hills is recommended as an optional upgrade because it can be crowded during peak periods and requires a full-day arrangement.
• My Son Sanctuary is recommended for guests interested in Champa heritage and cultural depth.
• Outdoor activities may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, local regulations or guest physical condition.
• Equivalent hotels may be arranged if the listed hotels are unavailable.
• The itinerary can be customized for private groups, FIT guests, B2B partners, senior travelers or special-interest groups.