Wonders of Central Vietnam: Phong Nha to Hue and Hoi An

Paradise Cave and Vinh Moc Tunnels

8:00 AM: Departure for the visit to Paradise Cave. Discovered in 2005, it measures 60-80m in height, 30 to 150m in width, and is considered the longest dry cave in Asia, measuring 31 km in length.

After a 2 km walk through the ancient forest, you'll reach the cave entrance. Enter this fabulous cavern, walking along the wooden bridge for about 1 km, surrounded by magnificent stalactites and stalagmites that adorn its ceilings and floors. This adventure will make you feel unique sensations, such as being "lost in an underground paradise," with enormous mineral formations as transparent as quartz. Its natural features make it resemble a landscape painting, highly attractive to visitors.

Lunch at a local restaurant, enjoying a refreshing beer and local specialties (roasted chicken with peanut sauce, cooked pork, etc.).

Afterward, hit the road to Vinh Moc Tunnels, initially built in the late 1940s to resist the French and expanded during 1966 and 1967 to counter the Americans. Vinh Moc Tunnels served as a shelter for the 400 residents of Vinh Linh during intense bombings in the American "Rolling Thunder" operation.

Overnight in Hue.

Depart for Hoi An, an ancient port town in Annam from the 15th to the 18th century. Pass by Lang Co Beach and the highest point of the "Hai Van Pass," where the view is picturesque. Visit the Cham Museum in Da Nang, which houses the world's largest collection of Cham sculptures.

Afternoon: Explore Hoi An, the main trading port in Annam in the 17th and 18th centuries. Today, it preserves its ancient charm and is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a leisurely walk along narrow streets lined with houses of Chinese, Japanese, and French architecture. Visit:

• The Japanese Covered Bridge, built in the 17th century, with its original character carefully preserved.
• Phuc Kien Temple, constructed in the 17th century, formerly the meeting hall for residents and traders of the Chinese community from Fujian.
• An ancient wooden house of wealthy merchants: Tan Ky, Phung Hung, or Quan Thang.
• A museum: either the Museum of Ceramics or the Sa Huynh Cultural Museum.
• The local fish market.

Stroll peacefully through the streets of Hoi An, where you can explore art galleries and tailor shops offering custom-made clothing. Visit the "Precious Heritage" gallery-museum of French photographer Réhahn.

My Son Sanctuary, witness the traditional Cham dance performance, Cam Thanh Water Coconut Palm Village.

Transfer by car to the village of Cam Thanh, an area covered by the Nipa palm mangrove. Upon arrival, board a round bamboo basket boat, traditionally used by locals for sea fishing for generations. Glide peacefully along small picturesque canals with landscapes of mangroves, lagoons, and water coconut palms—a moment of tranquility. Learn about the locals' crab fishing technique and discover how to craft fun tools using coconut leaves.

Return to the homestay for a cooking class featuring typical Hoi An specialties:

• Fried spring rolls
• Crispy pancakes known as "Banh Xeo"

Enjoy a tasting of the dishes you've prepared.

Afternoon: Depart for My Son, the most significant Cham archaeological site in Vietnam, located 40 km from Hoi An. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which served as the Champa Kingdom's religious and political capital from the 4th to the 13th century. Witness the impressive sanctuary towers, featuring 70 preserved structures of red brick and stone that highlight the kingdom's Hindu spiritual roots.

Walk through these Cham Towers and enjoy the opportunity to see traditional Champa dances before returning to Hoi An.

Free time for a beach stay on Cua Dai or An Bang Beach, approximately 5 kilometers from the ancient town of Hoi An. Transfer to the airport for the departure flight. End of the tour.