DAY 1: DA NANG – MARBLE MOUNTAIN – HOI AN (D)
Meet on arrival at Da Nang international airport, picked up by our coach and guide.
Transfer to visit Ngu Hanh Son (Marble Mountain) where we will discover the stunning natural caves of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view from the peak. Marble Mountain is a complex consisting of Kim (Iron Mountain), Mộc (Wood Mountain), Thủy (Water Mountain), Hỏa (Fire Mountain), Thổ (Earth Mountain) symbolizing for 5 main elements of nature in Asia Culture. At the Water Mountain, you will get to discover the mysterious beauty of caves combining the sacred atmosphere of Buddhism. Visit Tam Thai Pagoda & Linh Ung Pagoda.
You will then get to see masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skillful hands of artisans in Non Nuoc stone-carving village at the foot of the mountain.
Proceed to Hoi An, check-in hotel. Have dinner and overnight in Hoi An
DAY 2: HOI AN (B/L/D)
After breakfast, start a walking tour to discover Hoi An Ancient town, with Phung Hung Ancient House – a typical commercial house of Vietnam’s urban areas in the 19th century; Fujian (Phuc Kien) Assembly Hall – built around 1690 and functions as a traditional assembly hall for the Chinese ethnic group from Fujian, China to socialize, but later was transformed into a temple dedicated to their deity named Thien Hau – the goddess of sea who protects sailors from danger. Continue to visit Japanese Bridge – This beautiful little bridge is emblematic of Hoi An.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you will join Red Bridge Cooking Class to discover the secret of Hoi An’s famous cuisine. Enjoy a boat trip and an exciting time in the market choosing the fresh ingredients, then you will learn how to make some of Hoi An’s and Vietnam’s most famous dishes. After the lesson, there’s plenty of time to enjoy what you have cooked for dinner.
Before getting back to the hotel, take a walk on the street along the Hoai River and experience the night life of Hoi An Town. Colorful lanterns are hung on in front of the houses, across the streets and paths all around the town, making Hoi An splendid and very special at night. Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 3: HOI AN – DA NANG – DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast, free at leisure for shopping until transfer to airport for flight departure.