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Ideal Time to Travel Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An
Due to being in a tropical monsoon climate with distinct rainy and dry seasons, the ideal time to travel to Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An is from March to August every year. During this time, the weather in all three cities is dry, sunny, and clear, providing favorable conditions for tourism activities.
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Transportation Options for Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An Travel
Getting to Hue by Air
Currently, domestic airlines in Vietnam operate flights to Hue from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and several other provinces and cities.
- Air tickets for the Hanoi - Hue route range from approximately 580,000 VND to 2,600,000 VND for round trips, excluding taxes and fees, with a flight time of 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Air tickets for the Ho Chi Minh City - Hue route range from approximately 670,000 VND to 2,540,000 VND for round trips, excluding taxes and fees, with a flight time of 1 hour and 25 minutes.
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The price of air tickets to Hue may vary depending on the flight segment, airline, time of booking, and booking period. Therefore, if you have specific plans, it is advisable to book tickets early to manage your time effectively and keep an eye out for airline promotions to secure the best prices.
Transportation between Hue and Da Nang
The distance between Hue and Da Nang is approximately over 100km, with convenient transportation options such as coaches, buses, cars, motorcycles, taxis, limousines, trains, etc.
For the most comfortable journey, I choose to book a Limousine service with ticket prices ranging from about 140,000 VND to 180,000 VND. This is a transportation option that I find quite satisfactory, spacious, comfortable, without picking up passengers along the way, and the cost is not high at all.
Transportation between Da Nang and Hoi An
From Da Nang to Hoi An, you have various transportation options such as cars, motorcycles, taxis, buses, etc. The transportation I choose is the bus, with ticket prices ranging from 18,000 VND to 30,000 VND per person per trip, taking about 70 to 80 minutes. The bus operates from 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with a frequency of every 20 minutes at any bus stop in the city.
In Hoi An, passengers are dropped off at the Hoi An bus station on Phan Dinh Phung Street, about 1.2km from Hoi An Ancient Town.
Transportation in Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An
The most common and convenient mode of transportation is motorcycles, with rental prices ranging from 100,000 VND to 300,000 VND per day. In Da Nang, there are also electric car and bicycle rental services for city tours. In Hoi An's Ancient Town, motorcycles are prohibited for most of the day, so you can walk, cycle, or take a cyclo to explore the ancient town. In Hue, cyclo services are also quite developed, offering you a serene experience to appreciate the tranquility of the city.
Recommended hotels and resorts for your stay in Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An
Recommended hotels and resorts for your stay in Hue
Eldora Hotel Hue
Hotel address: 60 Ben Nghe Street, Hue City
Starting from only 1,230,000 VND per night
Eldora Hotel Hue (@ymkemoes)
Eldora Hotel Hue is situated in the most favored area by tourists when visiting Hue, impressing with its elegant boutique-style design. Here, you will be provided with full amenities such as restaurants, bars, gym, currency exchange services, bicycle rentals, etc. The rooms are modernly equipped with tea/coffee makers, minibars, flat-screen TVs, etc. In my opinion, with the quality of service and the friendly, hospitable attitude of the staff, Eldora Hue is definitely an ideal address for you when visiting the Imperial City of Hue.
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Recommended hotels and resorts when visiting Da Nang
Greenery Hotel Da Nang
Hotel address: 76 Ha Bong, Phuoc My, Son Tra, Da Nang
Starting from only 825,000 VND per night
Greenery Hotel Da Nang
Greenery Hotel Da Nang is just 200m away from My Khe Beach and about 3km from the city center, making it an ideal stopover for exploring the beautiful city of Da Nang. The hotel's most impressive feature is its rooftop infinity pool, offering panoramic views of the sea and the cityscape of Da Nang.
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Hotels, resorts to consider when visiting Hoi An
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
Address: 132 Hung Vuong, Cam Pho Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Starting price from only 1,700,000 VND/night
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa is a well-known hotel in the travel community. The hotel is conveniently located for exploring Hoi An Ancient Town and accessing other attractions. La Siesta offers an ideal resort space with a range of amenities and modern facilities to provide guests with the most comfortable and convenient vacation experience.
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Itinerary for visiting Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An 5 days 4 nights
Day 1: Thien Mu Pagoda - Hue Imperial Citadel
- Thien Mu Pagoda: Built in 1601, over time, the pagoda has become an important historical, cultural, and artistic relic, showcasing an entire feudal period of the Nguyen dynasty. The pagoda is famous for its 7-story Phuoc Duyen Tower, with a Buddha statue on each floor. Previously, the highest floor of the tower had a golden Buddha statue.
Thien Mu Pagoda (@luscalives4aday)
- Hue Imperial Citadel - the palace of the feudal Nguyen dynasty. The entrance fee to visit the Imperial Citadel in 2020 is 200,000 VND per adult. Although Hue Imperial Citadel has been heavily affected by wars, there are still some valuable preserved structures such as: Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Dien Tho Palace, Forbidden Purple City - including Can Chanh Palace, Can Thanh Palace, Khon Thai Palace, Thai Binh Lau, where the kings and royal family resided. There are also Duyet Thi Duong, Kien Trung Palace, Ta Vu and Huu Vu, Hien Lam Pavillon, Cuu Dinh, The To Temple (The Temple).
Noon Gate (FB: Le Phuong Tung)
If you happen to visit Hue Imperial City on a Saturday, don't miss the 'Imperial Night' with many captivating activities reenacting the ancient royal rituals of Hue and admiring the splendid palace illuminated by lights.
Day 2: Tu Duc Tomb - Minh Mang Tomb - Khai Dinh Tomb
In Hue, there is a system of majestic imperial tombs, remnants of the Nguyen Dynasty. We chose to visit three areas: Tu Duc Tomb, Minh Mang Tomb, and Khai Dinh Tomb.
* Tu Duc Tomb (Khiem Lang)
Address: 7/69 Le Ngo Cat, Thuy Xuan Ward, Hue City
Opening hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
Ticket price: 150,000 VND per person
Tu Duc Tomb
Tu Duc Tomb is situated amidst picturesque landscapes, reflecting the romantic style of Emperor Tu Duc. It is considered the most beautiful tomb complex among the Nguyen Dynasty's tombs.
* Minh Mang Tomb (Hieu Lang)
Address: National Highway 49, Huong Tho Commune, Huong Tra Town, Thua Thien Hue Province
Opening hours: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Ticket price: 150,000 VND/person
Minh Mang Tomb
Minh Mang Tomb is situated on Cam Ke Mountain, surrounded by lush forests and flowing rivers. The tomb complex features architectural elements deeply rooted in Confucianism, reflecting the character and beliefs of Emperor Minh Mang - a ruler deeply versed in Confucianism. The entire palace and shrine system within the tomb is symmetrically constructed along the Divine Way axis leading from the tomb gate.
* Khai Dinh Tomb (Ung Lang)
Location: Thuy Bang Commune, Huong Thuy Town, Thua Thien Hue Province
Opening hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Ticket price: 150,000 VND/person
Khai Dinh Tomb
Khai Dinh Tomb is an architectural masterpiece, holding priceless historical, cultural, and artistic value. The tomb complex features a completely innovative architectural style compared to previous Nguyen dynasty tombs, thanks to the harmonious blend of Eastern and Western influences. Materials used to construct the tomb were imported from France, China, Japan, and other contemporary sources, making it exceptionally luxurious and intricate. Even today, people are awestruck by the meticulous craftsmanship and grandeur of Khai Dinh Tomb.
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Day three: Ba Na Hills - My Khe Beach
Ba Na Hills cable car tickets cost 750,000 VND/adult and 600,000 VND/child (1m - 1.4m)
Some must-visit attractions on Ba Na Hills:
- Golden Bridge: Featuring a pair of moss-covered hands lifting the bridge, earning its place among the most impressive architectural landmarks in Da Nang.
Golden Bridge
- Le Jardin D'amour Flower Garden: Radiant with countless flower species planted in 9 small gardens, each with its own distinct European style.
- Debay Wine Cellar: Built inside the mountain, the Debay Wine Cellar maintains a constant temperature of 16 - 20 degrees Celsius to preserve various types of wine, especially fine wines. It is the only remaining French-era structure on Ba Na Hills.
- Linh Ung Pagoda: A serene and peaceful pagoda nestled amidst the clouds, forming one of the spiritual vertices of Da Nang City.
- French Village: This is truly a slice of Europe with a complex of villas, ancient castles, grandiose buildings inspired by ancient French architecture, colorful brick-paved streets, and a church in the characteristic Gothic style of the West.
French Village
- Fantasy Park: Renowned for its thrilling and adventurous rides, perfect for travelers seeking exhilarating experiences.
- Wax Museum: Featuring Madame Tussauds-style models, this is where lifelike wax figures of famous personalities, politicians, royal families, etc., are displayed.
After returning from Ba Na Hills, we went back to the hotel to change and then headed out to the beach for a swim.
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Day four: Danang city tour - Hoi An Ancient Town
- Linh Ung Pagoda: Situated on Son Tra Peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda is renowned for its breathtaking landscape and tranquil ambiance, along with the largest statue of Lady Buddha in Vietnam, embodying profound spiritual significance.
- Dragon Bridge: An iconic symbol of Danang tourism, featuring a majestic dragon stretching towards the sea. In the evening, the bridge dazzles with vibrant lights from the LED lighting system installed on it.
- Danang Cathedral: This cathedral captivates visitors with its distinctive Gothic architecture and stunning pink exterior. Here, you can explore the exterior grounds of the cathedral and learn about biblical events through the paintings and statues inside the cathedral.
After visiting the above attractions, we returned to the hotel to check out and then headed to the bus station to catch bus route 1 to Hoi An.
The bus drops passengers at Hoi An bus station on Phan Dinh Phung Street. From here, you can walk to Hoi An Ancient Town in about 20 minutes, or take a taxi which only takes about 5 minutes.
Hoi An Ancient Town is a famous cultural and tourist destination, preserving and conserving ancient architecture and culture with a history spanning hundreds of years. The entrance ticket to visit Hoi An Ancient Town is 80,000 VND per adult.
Hoi An Ancient Town
Compiled from Hoi An travel experiences, the famous attractions you must visit in Hoi An include:
- Japanese Covered Bridge: The symbol of Hoi An Ancient Town, where the deity Bac De Tran Vo protects the land, bestowing joy and happiness.
- Hoi An Ancient Houses: Houses like Quan Thang Ancient House, Tan Ky Ancient House, Phung Hung Ancient House, etc., have existed for hundreds of years and still retain all the distinctive architectural features from various historical periods.
- Chinese Assembly Halls: Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Quang Dong Assembly Hall, etc., are places of cultural and spiritual activities for the Chinese merchant community trading in the ancient port of Hoi An. The distinctive architecture of these assembly halls reflects ancient Chinese style, grandeur, and splendor.
- Hoi An Museum of History and Culture: Here, you can explore the development history of Hoi An from ancient times to the present day, through more than 300 exhibited artifacts.
Don't forget to visit Hoi An Night Market on Nguyen Hoang Street, just 1.5km from the ancient town. It's a bustling and crowded market selling the most characteristic items representing the soul of the ancient town, from food and drinks to fabrics, lanterns, and souvenirs. The market opens from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
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Thursday: Con Market, Da Nang
Con Market
On our last day, we returned to Da Nang in the morning and went to Con Market to buy local specialties. Con Market opens from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. It consists of two food zones offering a wide variety of dishes, from savory to sweet, representing the distinctive flavors of Da Nang and the Central region.
This is a paradise for buying various food items as souvenirs, such as dried squid, dried fish, tamarind-flavored dried squid, dried beef, dried buffalo meat, dried cuttlefish, etc.
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Delicious Dishes from Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An
Delicious Dishes from Hue
Derived from the Hue travel experiences, the following dishes are the most outstanding delicacies of the Ancient Capital of Hue that you shouldn't miss:
- Mussel Rice: When mentioning Hue, you cannot miss out on mussel rice. With mussels as the main ingredient, mixed with toppings such as pork cracklings, fermented shrimp paste, raw vegetables, banana flowers, and roasted peanuts,... it creates the rich and authentic flavor typical of Hue.
Recommended dining spot address: Con Hen, Vi Da
Hue beef noodle soup
- Hue beef noodle soup: Unbeatable flavor at only about 20 - 30k. A standard bowl of Hue beef noodle soup includes beef shank, congealed blood, pig's knuckles, beef, etc., served with fresh vegetables.
Recommended dining spot address: 13 Ly Thuong Kiet, next to the Labor Union guesthouse
Delicious dishes in Da Nang
- Quang noodles: Da Nang Quang noodles offer a variety of flavors including chicken, shrimp and pork, crab noodles, etc., representing the soul of Da Nang.
Recommended dining spot address: Ba Vi Quang Noodles, 166 Le Dinh Duong, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
Da Nang sizzling pancake
- Sizzling Pancake: This crispy and flavorful pancake, filled with shrimp or beef, is one of the most famous dishes in Da Nang.
Recommended dining spot address: 46 Phan Thanh, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang City
Delicious dishes in Hoi An
- Hoi An Chicken Rice: This specialty dish is meticulously prepared from ingredient selection, processing, to the final product, creating a unique flavor that belongs exclusively to Hoi An.
Recommended dining spot address: Ba Buoi Chicken Rice, 22 Phan Chu Trinh, Cam Chau, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Hoi An Cao Lau
- Hoi An Cao Lau: This dish has been around for hundreds of years in Hoi An. Cao Lau features long, opaque yellow noodles, chewy and crispy, served with shrimp, meat, and various fresh herbs.
Recommended dining spot address: Lien Cao Lau Restaurant, 9 Thai Phien, Hoi An, Quang Nam
The article above will be very helpful for those who enjoy self-guided travel and want to manage their itinerary. To have a quick and cost-effective independent trip, you should look for Da Nang travel combo deals, Hue travel combo packages, or Hoi An travel combo offers which are highly flexible and convenient, including transportation and accommodation. If you're traveling to Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An for the first time and lack confidence in your ability to travel independently, then booking an All-inclusive Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An tour package is recommended for a hassle-free trip from A to Z!
Wishing you a pleasant journey!
Thanh Ha
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