7-Day In-Depth Cultural Heritage Tour of Central Vietnam (Mobile Version)

Central Vietnam is a treasure trove of culture, and seven days is enough for an immersive experience. We have refined and optimized this "Central Vietnam Cultural Heritage Tour" guide to make it more practical, balancing historical exploration with beach relaxation. Core Idea: Use Da Nang as the hub for arrival and departure as well as a leisure base, explore the imperial history of Hue to the north, and indulge in the ancient town charm of Hoi An to the south, forming a perfect cultural triangle route. --- Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Da Nang — First Impressions of a Modern Coastal City · Core Experience: Arrival and acclimation, feel the vibe of the city of mountains and sea. · Itinerary: · Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Da Nang Airport, check into a hotel near My Khe Beach (the best choice for beach relaxation). · Afternoon: Relax at My Khe Beach, one of the six most beautiful beaches in the world according to Forbes, with white sand and clear water. · Evening: Head to Da Nang city center, visit the Pink Cathedral (Da Nang Cathedral), then wait by the Han River Bridge for the fire-breathing show of the Dragon Bridge on Saturday and Sunday evenings (if timing permits). · Dinner: Enjoy a seafood feast in Da Nang. · Accommodation Recommendation: My Khe Beach area. Day 2: Da Nang — The Sky City Held by Buddha’s Hand · Core Experience: Full-day tour of Ba Na Hills. · Itinerary: · All day: Head to Ba Na Hills, take the world’s longest single ropeway cable car, experience crossing four seasons in one day. Highlights: · Golden Bridge: A pedestrian bridge held up by a pair of giant Buddha hands, a must for photos. · French Village: Feels like a trip to Europe, with castles, squares, wine cellars, and performances. · The Sky Garden and Linh Ung Pagoda. · There is also a large indoor amusement park on the mountain. · Evening: Return to Da Nang city, try local dishes like chicken rice and Quang noodles. Day 3: Hue — Travel Back to the Nguyen Dynasty · Transportation: Morning private car or train to Hue (about 2.5-3 hours). Private car is highly recommended to stop at Hai Van Pass for photos, one of the "50 places to visit in a lifetime." · Core Experience: The glory and solitude of Vietnam’s last imperial dynasty. · Itinerary: · Morning: Upon arrival, focus on exploring the Hue Imperial City, a vast complex modeled after Beijing’s Forbidden City, worth 2-3 hours of detailed exploration. · Afternoon: Choose to visit the exquisite Khai Dinh Tomb or the grand Minh Mang Tomb. The tombs are usually located in the suburbs, making private car travel advantageous. · Evening: Take a Perfume River cruise to enjoy the riverside scenery and view Thien Mu Pagoda from afar. · Night: Taste Hue royal cuisine, such as the delicate Elephant Eye Cake. Stay overnight in Hue or return to Da Nang (depending on preference; returning to Da Nang keeps accommodation unchanged). Day 4: Hoi An — Encounter the Lantern Ancient Town · Transportation: Travel from Da Nang or Hue to Hoi An (about 30-40 minutes from Da Nang). · Core Experience: Immerse yourself in the World Cultural Heritage site by day and night. · Itinerary: · Morning: Arrive in Hoi An, check into a hotel (recommended to stay inside or near the ancient town). · Afternoon: Start exploring Hoi An Ancient Town. Purchase a ticket package to visit key sites: Japanese Covered Bridge, Fujian Assembly Hall, and century-old houses (such as Tan Ky Old House, Phung Hung Assembly Hall). · Evening: This is the soul moment of Hoi An! When thousands of lanterns light up and boats float on the Thu Bon River. Be sure to dine at a riverside restaurant and participate in the lantern-floating activity. · Accommodation Recommendation: Inside Hoi An Ancient Town. Day 5: Hoi An — Handicrafts and Countryside · Core Experience: Deeply experience local culture and crafts. · Itinerary (choose one or combine): · Option A (Craft Experience): Join a short lantern-making workshop and create your own lantern, a perfect souvenir. Or visit a well-known tailor shop to custom-make an Ao Dai or suit (usually ready within 24 hours). · Option B (History and Nature): Morning private car to My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site with Hindu temple ruins left by the Champa Kingdom, mysterious and magnificent despite war damage. Return to Hoi An in the afternoon to rest. Day 6: Hoi An — Beach Leisure Day · Core Experience: Completely relax and enjoy the sunny beach. · Itinerary: · All day: Visit beautiful beaches around Hoi An, such as An Bang Beach or Cua Dai Beach. These beaches are quieter than Da Nang’s My Khe Beach, with many nice beach clubs and restaurants to spend a lazy day. · Evening: Return to the ancient town, say goodbye to Hoi An with a sumptuous dinner and one last night stroll. Day 7: Departure — Farewell to Central Vietnam · Itinerary: Depending on your flight time, you can do some last-minute shopping in Hoi An for souvenirs (such as coffee, cashews, handmade soap), then head to Da Nang Airport at a relaxed pace to conclude your perfect cultural heritage journey. --- Flexible Adjustments and Tips 1. Accommodation Strategy: · Recommended Plan: Stay in Da Nang throughout, using it as the center to take day trips to Hue and Hoi An. This avoids frequent hotel changes and is more relaxed. · In-Depth Experience Plan: As arranged above, stay 2-3 nights in Hoi An to experience the ancient town more deeply at dawn and dusk. 2. Transportation: · The most convenient intercity travel is by private car, reasonably priced and flexible. · The Da Nang-Hue segment can consider taking the train to enjoy the stunning Hai Van Pass scenery. 3. Food Recommendations: · Da Nang: Seafood, Quang noodles, chicken rice. · Hue: Beef pho, Elephant Eye Cake, Vietnamese pancakes. · Hoi An: Cao Lau noodles, White Rose dumplings, Hoi An grilled pork rolls. This guide perfectly combines the imperial history, ancient town culture, and beach leisure of Central Vietnam in 7 days. Wishing you an unforgettable journey!