6 DAYS CENTRAL VIETNAM PANORAMA BY RAIL
Hoi An, Hue & Quy Nhon
Family Travel, History & Culture, Rail Journeys
Central Vietnam is home to the country’s largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, anchored by two extraordinary ancient towns, including the former royal capital of Hue and the ancient seaport of Hoi An which had been awarded as Travel + Leisure’s Best City in Asia.
Immerse in the local charm as walk, boat and bike through Hoi An inside and out. Make a day trip to the former royal capital to admire the Forbidden City, symbol of Vietnam’s last feudal power.
Finally, we journey south on a scenic rail journey into the rugged coastal town of Quy Nhon, a hidden gem far from the other over-touristed beach destinations in Vietnam.
Arriving in Da Nang, we transfer to your Hoi An hotel. Visit Cam Pho communal houses, 17th century Chua Cau (Japanese-Covered Bridge), Quan Thang ancient house with oriental sculptures made in Kim Bong carpentry village, Phuc Kien (Fujian Assembly Hall) where Chinese traders gathered to honour the deity Thien Hau (Goddess of the Sea), Hoi An centre market to observe local lives across colourful stalls of vegetables, meats and fishes and conclude with a Thu Bon River sunset boat trip.
Discover rural Hoi An by bike, visiting Tra Que vegetable farms for hands-on planting and harvesting experience before cycling to Cam Thanh Coconut Village to board a local round basket boat across wetland ecosystem where you can try catching crabs for lunch. After green tea and medicinal herb foot massage, learn how to cook typical Vietnam dishes such as pancakes, spring rolls, grilled fish in banana leaves, etc.
During your evening leisure time, you may want to explore Hoi An’s street food such as cao láu (unique rice noodle with pork, greens, bean sprouts and herb), fried wonton, bánh xèo (pancake) and the famous Bánh Mì Pháng (Mdm. Phuong’s baguette) which was highly praised by the late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain.
Drive 2.5-3h to Hue to visit its spiritual highlight Thien Mu Pagoda with its octagonal tower overlooking the Perfume River and the feudal Hue Citadel which comprises of three parts: Kinh Thanh (Capital City), Hoang Thanh (Imperial City) and Cam Thanh (Forbidden City). Hue’s most beautiful sites are concentrated in this area, including the flag tower, the South Gate, the Palace of Supreme Harmony, the Dynasty Temple and settlement area.
Transfer to Da Nang Train station to board Vietnam’s most luxury train through rugged landscapes to Quy Nhon (09.30-15.30). The Vietage train offers 6 private cabins with two seats each. On-board services include:
On arrival, we transfer 30m to your villa.
Free day at leisure to enjoy Quy Nhon’s virgin beach.
Transfer to Quy Nhon airport for your onward flight home.
Anantara Hoi An Resort, The Vietage by Anantara, Anantara Quy Nhon Villas
Hoi An
Boasts an enviable setting among lush gardens fronting the Thu Bon River, less than a kilometre away from the historic quarter of Hoi An.
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Train Journey
Old-world charm meets modern luxury in this charming luxury heritage rail. Take a bite of sumptuous gourmet dining and relieving massage as you journey into Vietnam’s hard-to-reach coastal interiors.
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Quy Nhon
Experience adventurous discoveries and beachfront living in one of the 26 villas dotting seven acres of lush landscape, fronting a private cove.
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