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Unless you’ve got previous motorbike riding experience, the Hai Van Pass is a difficult road to navigate. Leave the driving to someone else so that you can take in the spectacular scenery during a tour that covers lesser-known attractions surrounding Da Nang and Hue. This private tour ensures you receive the undivided attention of your guide.

Discover the best of Hoi An's street food on this motorbike tour with a guide who introduces you to items you might not find if you walked around on your own. Explore less-visited streets while watching the city go by from the back of the guide's motorbike, and learn about Vietnamese culinary culture.

When your cruise ship drops anchor in Nha Trang, see the city’s highlights even in limited time on a shore excursion from Cau Da Port. Hassle-free port pickup and drop-off mean you won’t have to worry about finding a meeting point, while air-conditioned transport allows you to travel between attractions such as the 19th-century Long Son Pagoda and the Hon Chong promontory without getting lost. Plus, you’ll benefit from the local knowledge of a guide throughout the tour.

Experience historic Vietnam on this flexible half-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pick up, head to Hue from Hoi An or vice versa and catch amazing views from Vietnam’s highest mountain pass and visit the spectacular Marble Mountains. Check out the mountain-top resort of Ba Na Hills and kick back at Lang Co Beach.

My Son Sunset Tour is a great offer to visit My Son Holy Land. Taking this tour, travelers will immerse your soul in the sacred atmosphere, admire the mysterious Hinduism temples. TOUR ITINERARY: 5-6 hours 12:45 - 13:00: Pick up guests from hotels in Hoi An and depart to My Son. (Customers staying in Da Nang pay extra charge for pickup). 14:00 - 16:15: Arrive at My Son sanctuary and learn about the historic and cultural values of the site while the guide points out nice angles for the best photo shots. During the visit, guests have some time to enjoy an included Cham Performance which is also a highlight of the tour. 16:15: Visitors start to get back to the car/van and drive to the boat station where the group starts their cruise and BBQ time. The beautiful chilling sunset and delicious BBQ make the tour even more exciting. At around 18:00 the boat arrives near the night market, visitors get back to the hotels in Hoi An.

Step back into Vietnam’s past on this tour of Hue’s Imperial City. Learn about the history of the Nguyen Dynasty era and all that followed from your guide—and with only a handful of tourists on each tour, there’s no risk of missing out on the details. You'll explore the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Mieu Temple, and so much more.

Start your tour with a flexible pickup from your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An. Your first stop is Le Duc Ha Terra Cotta Workshop near the Thu Bon River. Here you can see local artisans making bricks and terra cotta by hand. You will learn about traditional techniques and how these bricks are similar to those used in ancient temples. Then travel through the countryside by jeep or car. Enjoy a scenic ride through small villages, rice fields, and quiet rural roads. Along the way you may see farmers working and water buffalo grazing in the fields. Next, visit My Son Sanctuary, the former religious center of the Champa Kingdom. Walk through the valley to see ancient red-brick temples while your guide explains the history of the site, the temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, and the impacts of the Vietnam War. The tour can include or exclude a Vietnamese meal, with different prices and durations available.

No trip to Da Nang would be complete without visiting the Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Site. This tour packs Hoi An and more into just half a day, with round-trip transfers from downtown Da Nang hotels. You’ll see the key landmarks of Hoi An (entrance fees at your own expense), ride a basket boat in scenic Cam Thanh village, and eat an authentic Vietnamese lunch in a local home.

Take the walking tour, foodie and sampan boat trip to release the lanterns. , you will visit one of Chinese Communal House, Tan Ky Merchants’ Houses, Japanese Covered Bridge, cultural & historical museum, Hoi An market, enjoy Traditional performance house music perfomed by local artists and learn about the daily life of Hoi An local people. Then enjoy the local delicious food such as the most popular bánh mì , cau lau noodles, white roses & wonton, chicken rice, rice pancakes... When you are full of foodie tour, and time to experience the sampan boat trip on Thu Bon river to release the lanterns & make a wish. Our guide also takes you to see and do shopping at night market.

Discover the incredible nature and culture around Da Lat on this full-day private motorcycle tour. After meeting your driver-guide at your accommodation, you’ll jump on the back of the motorcycle and zip off on a whirlwind adventure around Da Lat’s stunning countryside, visiting waterfalls and local communities and learning about handicrafts, produce, and daily life in the mountains.

Discover the fascinating history of the ancient Champa culture during this guided half-day trip to the tower-temples of the My Son Sanctuary. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was a key center of the Champa kingdom as early as the fourth century, with building and activity continuing until the 13th century. Explore in a small group or upgrade for a private tour: Both include transfers from central Hoi An hotels.

Skip the crowded and impersonal feel of a group tour by booking this private tour that offers a more tailored experience of some of Vietnam's highlights. In the company of just your party and a guide, explore such attractions as the Marble Mountains, Hai Van Pass, and Lang Co Beach.

One of Vietnam’s imperial capitals, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hue lies around a 2-hour drive from Da Nang, making a guided tour with hotel transfers the easiest way to see the city’s sights without staying overnight. Traveling via beautiful Hai Van Pass, you’ll explore the majestic Hue Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Tomb of Khai Dinh with a guide, see the Perfume River, and savor a local lunch.

See one of Vietnam’s most-photographed attractions for yourself on a day trip to the Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills from Da Nang. Letting someone else drive allows you to sit back and enjoy the scenery of central Vietnam, while free time gives you the flexibility to explore the park at your own pace.

Visit two popular attractions in one day with this full-day tour from Hoi An. Admire the views from the Marble Mountains, climb up to explore the caves and pagodas, and visit an artisan village where the marble is used. After lunch at a local home, continue to the ancient temples of My Son, enjoy a traditional “Cham Pa” dance show, then take a sunset boat cruise back to Hoi An with dinner onboard.

Discover Vietnam’s ancient history on a private tour of My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from Da Nang. Exploring the temple with a private guide puts the mysterious ruins into context and lets you ask as many questions as you like. Plus, you can choose a start time that suits you.

Ideal for time-short cruise ship passengers, this all-inclusive excursion packs a lot into a single day. Visit centuries-old temples such as Long Son Pagoda and Po Nagar Cham Towers, learn about breadmaking and mat weaving at rural villages, and relax at a jungle-surrounded waterfall in the countryside near Nha Trang. Lunch, transport, and cold beers are included.

Uncover the secret history and rich culture of Hue on this small-group guided tour. This full-day trip includes guided visits to the 17th-century Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue Imperial City and the Forbidden City, Dong Ba Market on the banks of the Perfume River, the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of Khai Dinh, as well as lunch and transport around the city and countryside in an air-conditioned vehicle.

On a one-day trip to Hue City, learn about Vietnam's old capital. A sacred place that is regarded as a major cultural and religious center and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993 - a complex system of palace architecture and mausoleums of Vietnam's last feudal dynasty. You will see iconic architectural masterpieces including as the Citadel and Khai Dinh Tomb.

When you’re exploring one of Asia’s most spectacular driving routes, keep your eyes fixed firmly on the road on a motorbike tour from Hue to Hoi An. This experience makes the journey just as exciting as the destination, by taking you to top Vietnam attractions such as the Hai Van Pass, Lang Co Beach, and the Marble Mountains.

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hue Imperial City is one of the most significant historical sites in Vietnam. Get the inside scoop on its rich history, and navigate the sprawling complex with ease on a day trip from Da Nang. You’ll be able to skip the hassle of navigating public transport and discover more than you would if exploring alone. Round-trip transport includes pickup from multiple hotels in Da Nang city center for added convenience.

Pedal to food stalls, restaurants, and a family home on an evening food tour of Hoi An that explores the city’s distinctive flavors and dishes. With an experienced guide to lead you on a route through local neighborhoods, you’ll taste your way to a cluster of organic farms right outside the city, learning about Hoi An culture as you ride. This evening bike tour of Hoi An includes a bike rental and all tastings, and it’s a great way to combine Vietnamese cuisine and active exploring.

There’s much to see near Da Lat, and with this private tour, you’ll experience it all. After easy pickup from your hotel, you’ll visit a local coffee farm to delight in the famous Vietnamese drink; you’ll watch silk being made; you’ll get misted at Elephant Waterfall; you’ll even tour a traditional pagoda. That’s just the beginning of this whirlwind tour—get ready for deep immersion into Vietnamese culture, nature, and history.

Get familiar with the breathtaking Ba Na Hill Station on this day-long tour departing from Da Nang. Instead of haggling with a taxi operator or hiring a vehicle, enjoy convenient hotel pick up before jumping on a bus to the Ba Na Hills. See all of the major highlights of Ba Na, including the unusually-shaped Golden Bridge, remnants of colonial-era Indochina and the Linh Ung Pagoda with its colossal Buddha statue. Soak up the history and atmosphere of this colonial-era resort town Not just heritage and culture: visit the entertainment park at the top of the Ba Na Hills Avoid the hassle of planning your own Ba Na journey: your itinerary is taken care of