Hanoi to Da Nang tour in Vietnam

A fascinating journey exploring Northern and Central Vietnam – areas particularly rich in World Heritage Sites: dramatic Halong Bay, fabulous former imperial capital of Hue, the charming old port town of Hoi An and the ancient ruined city of My Son, but as usual we’ll explore some of the lesser known highlights such as the picturesque Pu Luong National Park, the ethnic Tai village of Mai Chau and the spectacular caves of Trang An. A stay on a secluded, unspoilt island in the South China Sea is also available should you wish to extend your tour. Cheap vietnam flight from Hanoi to DaNang include:

Highlights inlclude:

- Hanoi
- Royal tombs of Hue
- World Heritage Hoi An
- DMZ tour
- Pu Luong National Park
- Ruined city of My Son
- Extension to Whale Island
- Snorkelling in the South China Sea
- Halong Bay
- Trang An Caves
Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Depart London
Day 2: Hanoi. Morning arrival in Hanoi, check-in to a downtown hotel and afternoon free to relax or explore the area before an evening trip to see the City’s unique water-puppet show.
Day 3: Hanoi. Day tour of this beautiful old city with its French colonial architecture: lakes, parks and temples and a stroll through the bustling backstreets of the old quarter.
Day 4: Halong Bay. Explore the incredible scenery of World Heritage Halong Bay by boat on a day cruise through the dramatic limestone scenery. Evening return to Hanoi.
Day 5: Remote Pu Luong National Park. Leaving the capital we’ll head into the scenic mountainous region of Hoa Binh Province where we’ll continue along forest trails by 4WD to Pu Luong – one of Vietnam’s remotest and most spectacular national parks. Afternoon jungle hike to discover the regions amazing flora and fauna and overnight in the ethnic White Tai village of Mai Chau.
Day 6: Halong of the Rice Fields. Scenic drive through the lush paddy fields and jagged limestone escarpments of this region, sometimes known as the ‘Halong of the rice fields’, to the remarkable cave system of the Trang An Grottoes. Rowing boats will take us through the labyrinth of caves, tunnels and emerald streams for a fascinating visit before continuing to Ninh Binh Town to board the night sleeper train.
Day 7: DMZ and Hue. Morning arrival at Dong Ha and a chance to discover the country’s more recent history with a day trip to the infamous DMZ, (demilitarized zone), to visit some of the key sites of the Vietnam War, including the Vietcong tunnels at Vinh Moc, Hien Luong Bridge on the 17th parallel, which marked the border between former South and North Vietnam, and Khe Sanh Combat Base – scene of some of the most intense fighting of the war. Overnight in Hue.
Day 8: Hue. Time to check out the numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites of this historic city and former imperial capital: morning cruise by ‘dragon boat’ along the Perfume River to visit some of the majestic tombs of the former emperors and afternoon walk around the ancient Citadel.
Day 9: Hoi An. Short, scenic drive to nearby Hoi An Town with stop-offs on the way at mountainous Bach Ma National Park and the beautiful and spectacular beach at Lang Co.
Day 10: Hoi An. Well-preserved and charming, World Heritage site Hoi An was one of SE Asia’s most important ports during the 17th – 19th centuries. A half-day tour of the old town and waterfront area and a free afternoon to discover the picturesque old streets at your leisure or bicycle down to the nearby beach for a dip or massage.
Day 11: My Son. Morning relaxing or a visit to the bustling silk market with an afternoon trip to the atmospheric ruined temples of ancient My Son City – Vietnam’s most important site of the former Cham Empire. The city was occupied from the 4th to 13th centuries before succumbing to its powerful Khmer and Vietnamese neighbours.
Day 12: Danang Time to explore some of the sites of the Danang region with a visit to the famous China Beach, Marble Mountain and the fascinating Cham Museum before an evening departure for London, via Saigon..
Day 13 Optional extensions (at extra cost) include:3 days to relax at a beach resort on unspoilt Whale Island.
Day 13: Arrival in London