Da Nang – Quy Nhon Coast – Champa Heritage – Hoi An Ancient Town – My Son Sanctuary

Code: GLT-DQHM-5D
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Arrival / Departure: Da Nang International Airport
Route: Da Nang – Quy Nhon – Cham Heritage – Hoi An – My Son – Da Nang
Tour Style: Coastal journey, Champa heritage, local life, UNESCO heritage, soft cultural discovery
Suitable For: Inbound travelers, private groups, couples, senior travelers, cultural travelers, B2B partners

Tour Overview

This 5-day journey is designed for travelers arriving and departing from Da Nang International Airport, combining the peaceful coastal beauty of Quy Nhon, the ancient legacy of Champa civilization, and the timeless atmosphere of Hoi An Ancient Town.

The tour takes guests beyond the classic Da Nang – Hoi An route, leading them south to Quy Nhon, one of Vietnam’s most charming emerging coastal destinations. Here, travelers experience fishing villages, blue beaches, local cuisine and Cham towers. The journey then returns north to Hoi An for a magical evening in the lantern-lit ancient town, followed by a visit to My Son Sanctuary, one of the most important Champa heritage sites in Vietnam.

This is a compact but meaningful Central Vietnam itinerary: sea, heritage, local life and ancient memory in one elegant journey.

Quick Itinerary

Recommended meals included: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 welcome dinner
Dinners in Quy Nhon and Hoi An can be left open so guests can explore local cuisine at their own pace.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Da Nang Arrival – Transfer to Quy Nhon ( D )

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

After airport pick-up, depart for Quy Nhon by private vehicle. The drive takes approximately 3.5 hours, depending on traffic and rest stops.

The journey follows Vietnam’s central coastal route, passing local towns, rural landscapes and stretches of coastline. Rest stops and a light local experience can be arranged depending on arrival time.

Upon arrival in Quy Nhon, check in at the hotel or beach resort and rest.

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: Quy Nhon
Meals: Welcome Dinner

Note: For late arrival flights, Golden Life Travel recommends staying the first night in Da Nang or Hoi An, then transferring to Quy Nhon the next morning.

Day 2: Quy Nhon Coastal Discovery – Fishing Village, Beach & Local Life ( B, L )

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day coastal discovery of Quy Nhon.

Depending on weather, sea conditions and guest profile, the program may include one of the following routes:

Option 1: Ky Co – Eo Gio Coastal Experience

Visit Eo Gio, a dramatic coastal viewpoint known for cliffs, sea breeze and panoramic ocean views. Continue to the Ky Co area for beach time and coastal scenery.

Option 2: Nhon Hai Fishing Village & Hon Kho

Visit Nhon Hai Fishing Village, where guests can observe local fishing life, basket boats, small harbors and the peaceful rhythm of a traditional coastal community. If sea conditions are suitable, continue by local boat to the Hon Kho area.

Option 3: Soft Coastal Experience

For senior guests or travelers who prefer a gentler pace, arrange a scenic coastal drive, fishing village visit, local café stop and seafood lunch without boat activities.

Lunch with local seafood or Quy Nhon specialties.

In the afternoon, return to the hotel. Free time for beach relaxation or personal discovery.

Dinner is on guests’ own arrangement.

Overnight: Quy Nhon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Operational note: Boat trips, swimming and sea activities are subject to weather, tide and local safety conditions.

Day 3: Quy Nhon Heritage – Cham Towers, Local Culture & City Discovery ( B, L )

After breakfast, begin a cultural discovery of Quy Nhon and its surrounding heritage sites.

Visit Banh It Cham Towers, one of the most beautiful Cham architectural complexes in Central Vietnam. Standing on a hilltop, the red-brick towers offer panoramic views and tell the story of the Champa civilization that once flourished along this coastline.

Continue to Twin Towers, an elegant Cham tower complex located within Quy Nhon city. The towers reflect the artistic and spiritual legacy of Champa through brick architecture, sculptural details and sacred symbolism.

Depending on guest interest, the day may also include:

• Quang Trung Museum for Tay Son history
• A local martial arts or traditional culture experience
• Long Khanh Pagoda
• Local market visit
• Quy Nhon city orientation
• Coffee stop or local dessert experience

Lunch at a local restaurant featuring Binh Dinh / Quy Nhon specialties.

In the afternoon, return to the hotel for rest or free time by the beach.

Dinner is on guests’ own arrangement.

Overnight: Quy Nhon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4: Quy Nhon – Hoi An Ancient Town ( B, L )

After breakfast, check out and depart from Quy Nhon to Hoi An by private vehicle. The drive takes approximately 3.5, depending on traffic and rest stops.

Lunch will be arranged en route or upon arrival, depending on timing.

Arrive in Hoi An in the afternoon. Check in at the hotel and rest.

In the late afternoon or evening, enjoy a gentle walking experience in Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.

Hoi An was once one of the most important trading ports in Southeast Asia, where Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese and European influences met. Today, the town is loved for its yellow ancient houses, riverside streets, lanterns, assembly halls, temples and warm local atmosphere.

Suggested evening experience:

• Walk through the lantern-lit ancient town
• Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge area
• Explore riverside streets and local shops
• Enjoy free time for cafés, tailoring, souvenirs or local food

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

Overnight: Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Hoi An – My Son Sanctuary – Da Nang Departure ( B )

After breakfast, check out and depart for 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.

A visit to My Son helps guests connect the Champa heritage seen in Quy Nhon with the broader cultural and historical landscape of Central Vietnam.

After the visit, transfer to Da Nang International Airport for the departure flight.

Depending on the flight schedule, lunch can be arranged upon request.

End of services.

Meals: Breakfast

Important note: For international departure, afternoon or evening flights from Da Nang are recommended. If the flight departs early, My Son should be moved to Day 4 afternoon or removed from the program.

Price

From USD 495 / person

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

Indicative Price From

Prices are based on twin/double sharing room and private group arrangement. Final quotation depends on group size, travel dates, hotel availability, hotel category, vehicle standard, guide language, meals, entrance fees, boat services, optional experiences and seasonal surcharges.

1. Smart Value Package

From USD 495 / person

The Smart Value Package is designed for travelers who want a well-organized private journey with essential comfort, good local services and a competitive price.

This package is suitable for guests who want to discover Central Vietnam beyond the classic Da Nang – Hoi An route, while still keeping the tour cost efficient.

Suggested Service Standard

• 3-4 star hotels or selected standard boutique hotels.
• Private air-conditioned transportation.
• English-speaking guide according to the itinerary.
• Main sightseeing entrance fees.
• Daily breakfast.
• Selected lunches and one welcome dinner.
• Essential visits in Quy Nhon, Hoi An and My Son.
• Standard local restaurants.
• Basic but reliable service arrangement.

Best For

• Price-conscious travelers.
• B2B partners needing a competitive package.
• Small private groups.
• First-time visitors to Central Vietnam.
• Guests who prefer simple comfort and authentic local discovery.

Positioning Line

A smart and well-balanced Central Vietnam journey with essential comfort, cultural highlights and good value.

2. Signature Experience Package

From USD 675/ person

The Signature Experience Package is the recommended option for most international travelers. It offers better accommodation, smoother pacing, more refined local meals and one selected experience to make the journey more memorable.

This is the best package for Golden Life Travel to sell as the main recommended option because it keeps the price reasonable while creating a more polished and satisfying travel experience.

Suggested Service Standard

• 4- 5 star hotels or quality boutique hotels where available.
• Better hotel location or room category when possible.
• Private air-conditioned transportation.
• Experienced English-speaking guide.
• Better local restaurant selection.
• Daily breakfast.
• Selected lunches and one welcome dinner.
• One selected local experience, such as:
  • Hoi An lantern-making workshop,
  • Quy Nhon seafood experience,
  • Local dessert or coffee stop,
  • Soft cultural encounter in Quy Nhon or Hoi An.
• More flexible pacing for senior guests or private groups.
• Better coordination and guest care throughout the journey.

Best For

• Private inbound groups.
• Senior travelers.
• Couples and families.
• Cultural travelers.
• B2B partners who want a refined but not luxury-level package.
• Guests who value comfort and a deeper local experience.

Positioning Line

A refined Central Vietnam journey with better accommodation, selected dining and deeper cultural experiences.

3. Premium Tailor-Made Package

From USD 999/ person

The Premium Tailor-Made Package is designed for high-value guests who prefer privacy, elevated comfort, curated experiences and more flexibility.

This package is suitable for VIP travelers, private families, couples, incentive groups or guests who expect a more personalized and premium travel experience.

Suggested Service Standard

• 5 star hotels, beach resorts or premium boutique properties.
• Better room category or sea-view room upon request.
• High-comfort private vehicle.
• Senior English-speaking guide.
• Curated dining experiences.
• Selected premium local experiences, such as:
  • Private seafood dinner in Quy Nhon,
  • Banh It Cham Towers sunset visit,
  • Hoi An lantern-making workshop,
  • My Son guided heritage experience,
  • Tra Que vegetable village or cooking class,
  • Cam Thanh basket boat experience if suitable.
• Flexible timing and softer pacing.
• Special care for VIP guests, families or senior travelers.
• Optional welcome gift or local snack box.
• Personalized arrangement according to guest profile.

Best For

• VIP guests.
• Premium FIT travelers.
• Private families.
• Couples.
• Incentive groups.
• Luxury cultural travelers.
• Guests who want more privacy, comfort and curated experiences.

Positioning Line

A private and elevated Central Vietnam journey with premium comfort, curated cultural experiences and flexible pacing.

Price Basis

The indicative prices are calculated based on the following assumptions:

• Private tour arrangement.
• Twin/double sharing room.
• Standard group size based on quotation request.
• Arrival and departure via Da Nang International Airport.
• Route: Da Nang – Quy Nhon – Hoi An – My Son – Da Nang.
• 5 days / 4 nights.
• Private air-conditioned vehicle.
• English-speaking guide.
• Accommodation according to selected service level.
• Meals as mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
• Entrance fees for included sightseeing places.
• Local taxes and service charges where applicable.

Final price may change depending on actual travel date, group size, rooming arrangement, hotel availability, supplier conditions, holiday surcharge, fuel cost, guide language and optional upgrades.

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 Quy Nhon coastal areas, Cham towers, Hoi An Ancient Town and My Son Sanctuary as mentioned.
• Boat or sea activities if included in the final program and subject to local safety conditions.
• 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 not 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.

Meal Policy

The standard meal arrangement for this 5-day itinerary is designed to balance comfort, cost control and guest freedom.

Suggested Meal Inclusion

• 4 breakfasts
• 3 lunches
• 1 welcome dinner

Some dinners are intentionally left open so guests can explore local cuisine at their own pace, especially in Quy Nhon and Hoi An, where seafood, local dishes, cafés and riverside restaurants are part of the travel experience.

Golden Life Travel can arrange additional group dinners, seafood meals, special dining experiences or farewell dinners upon request.

Children Policy

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

Children under 2 years old

Children under 2 years old are usually free of charge for land services when sharing existing bedding with parents.

Parents are responsible for all actual costs incurred for the child, including baby cot, meals, entrance fees, boat fees, flight tickets if any, hotel charges or other supplier fees.

Children from 2 to under 6 years old

Children from 2 to under 6 years old are usually charged from 65% of the adult tour price when sharing existing bedding with parents.

Final price depends on hotel policy, meal arrangement, entrance fees and supplier conditions.

Children from 6 to under 11 years old

Children from 6 to under 11 years old are usually charged 75% of the adult tour price when sharing bed with parents.

If an extra bed or separate bed is required, the child price will normally be 85%–95% of the adult tour price, depending on hotel and supplier conditions.

Children from 11 years old and above

Children from 11 years old and above are charged as adults.

Final Children Policy Wording

Children prices will be confirmed at the quotation stage based on the child’s age, travel date, rooming request, hotel policy, meal plan and supplier conditions.

Single Supplement

A single room supplement applies when a guest requests a private room.

The surcharge depends on hotel category, room type, travel season and selected service level.

Indicative Single Supplement

Final single supplement will be confirmed at the quotation stage.

Optional Upgrade Policy

Optional experiences can be added depending on guest interest, budget, travel season and operational conditions.

Suggested optional upgrades include:

• Hoi An lantern-making workshop.
• Tra Que vegetable village and cooking class.
• Cam Thanh coconut basket boat experience.
• Quy Nhon seafood dinner.
• Banh It Cham Towers sunset visit.
• Private My Son guided heritage experience.
• Local market and street food experience.
• Beach resort upgrade in Quy Nhon.
• Premium vehicle upgrade.
• Senior guide or specialist cultural guide.

Optional services must be requested in advance and are subject to availability, weather conditions, supplier confirmation and additional charges.

Payment Policy

To confirm the booking, a deposit is required.

• A 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, special experiences, boat services, premium restaurants, holiday services or non-refundable items, 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, boat services, 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 change.
• Hotel change.
• Room type change.
• Group size adjustment.
• Meal change.
• Guide language change.
• Vehicle change.
• Itinerary adjustment.
• Optional experience addition or removal.

Additional charges may apply if the new service cost is higher than the original arrangement.

Once hotels, vehicles, special meals, boat services 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.

Weather, Sea Conditions & Safety Policy

This tour includes coastal areas, fishing villages, beaches, Cham heritage sites, Hoi An Ancient Town and My Son Sanctuary.

Boat trips, swimming, snorkeling, beach activities and sea-based experiences are subject to weather, tide, water conditions and local safety regulations.

If any activity is not suitable on the travel day, Golden Life Travel will arrange the best possible alternative. Any additional cost caused by weather, force majeure or supplier changes will be advised before confirmation where possible.

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
• Weather or sea activity disruption where applicable

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

Important Notes

• 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.
• The transfer between Da Nang and Quy Nhon takes approximately 3.5 hours depending on traffic, weather and road conditions.
• For late arrival flights into Da Nang, Golden Life Travel may recommend staying the first night in Da Nang or Hoi An before transferring to Quy Nhon the next morning.
• For departure flights from Da Nang, afternoon or evening flights are recommended if visiting My Son Sanctuary on the last day.
• My Son Sanctuary visit may be adjusted depending on flight schedule, weather and guest preference.
• Sea activities in Quy Nhon are subject to weather, tide and local safety conditions.
• Equivalent hotels may be arranged if the listed hotels are unavailable.
• The itinerary can be customized according to guest profile, travel season, budget, hotel preference and physical condition.