Tailor-made Central Vietnam coastal trip
VietnamLet the Central Vietnam journey spark your curiosity for authentic, tailor-made travel. As part of our curated Vietnam trips, this experience invites you to wander lantern-lit lanes in Hoi An, cook regional recipes alongside local hosts, and follow the rhythm of coastal railways linking hidden beaches with living heritage.
Share your pace and passions, and we will design a personal itinerary with expert local guides and handpicked stays. Contact our specialist today to create a journey that reveals the true soul of Vietnam.
Central Vietnam trip highlights
- Central coast heritage and living traditions: Discover historic trading ports, coastal villages, and everyday life shaped by centuries of maritime exchange.
- Hoi An's timeless charm and tailored shopping: Wander lantern-lit streets, commission bespoke garments from skilled tailors.
- Scenic rail and coastal views: Ride the iconic coastal railway with panoramic sea vistas that reveal Vietnam's hidden shoreline beauty.
- Hidden shores and island escapes: Discover secluded beaches, snorkel pristine waters, and enjoy private boat trips to Cham Islands.
- Local flavors and hands-on experiences: Join intimate cooking classes, market tours, and homestays led by locals.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoi An | • Arrival and hotel transfer • Meet the local guide and personalize activities • Lantern-lit Old Town walk • Preserved merchant houses and regional cuisine | Hoi An |
| 2 | Hoi An | • Guided walking tour of Ancient Town • Japanese Covered Bridge and heritage halls • Local market visit • Bamboo craft workshop with a local artisan | Hoi An |
| 3 | Hoi An | • Market visit with local chefs • Hands-on cooking class • Learn herbs, spices, and regional dishes • Lunch from your own creations | Hoi An |
| 4 | Hoi An / Phu Yen | • Transfer to Da Nang Train Station • Vietage scenic rail journey along the coast • Arrival in Phu Yen • Resort check-in and beach or leisure time | Phu Yen |
| 5 | Phu Yen | • Free day at leisure • Beaches, seafood markets, and fishing villages • Optional sunrise fishing trip or heritage walk | Phu Yen |
| 6 | Phu Yen | • Relaxed morning by the coast • Visit Ganh Da Dia basalt columns • Mui Dien Lighthouse and ocean views • Return to resort for evening at leisure | Phu Yen |
| 7 | Phu Yen | • Final coastal walk or café breakfast • Private transfer to Tuy Hoa Airport • Flight to Hanoi or onward connections | — |
Hoi An arrival
Arrive in Hoi An and transfer to your hotel for a smooth check-in. Your Vietnam travel experience begins with a meeting with a local guide who will tailor activities to your interests, from an easy riverside walk to a hands-on cooking class or a bicycle tour of nearby villages.
Wander the lantern-lit lanes of this UNESCO-listed trading port, explore preserved merchant houses, and sample regional specialties shaped by Chinese, Japanese, and European influences.
Hoi An walking tour and bamboo craft
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before setting out on a guided walking tour of Hoi An. Discover well-preserved merchant houses that blend Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese architecture, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, the intricately carved Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation, and the lively local market.
Later, meet Mr. Tan Vo, a contemporary bamboo artisan, to learn about modern bamboo craft, see his handmade bamboo bicycle, and create your own bamboo pen holder to take home.
Hoi An cooking class
After breakfast at your hotel, take part in a tailored cooking class in Hoi An, a flavorful highlight of your Vietnam itinerary. Accompanied by passionate local chefs, visit a lively market to select fresh ingredients before learning practical techniques and the use of Vietnamese herbs and spices in an intimate kitchen setting.
Prepare regional favorites, taste as you go, and leave with recipes, new skills, and a deeper connection to Hoi An’s culinary culture.
Phu Yen arrival
Transfer from Hoi An to Da Nang Train Station to board the Vietage train for Dieu Tri Station in Quy Nhon. This scenic journey of around six hours follows Vietnam’s central coastline, offering sweeping views as you travel south.
Upon arrival, continue to your hotel in Phu Yen and settle into a 245-acre nature and beachfront resort set on a secluded peninsula. Personalize your stay with guided coastal walks, visits to local fishing villages, an interactive Vietnamese cooking class, sunrise yoga, or quiet moments on a private beach.
Phu Yen at leisure
Enjoy a free day in coastal Phu Yen, one of the best places to visit in Vietnam for unspoiled beaches and local life. Tailor the day to your interests as you explore quiet shores, sample fresh seafood at local markets, cycle to hidden coves, and meet fishing communities for authentic insight.
Optional guided experiences include a sunrise fishing trip or a custom heritage walk through the region.
Phu Yen at leisure
Enjoy another unhurried day in Phu Yen, beginning with a relaxed morning to explore at your own pace. Stroll along coastal lanes, browse local markets, or relax on quiet bays with time to swim.
In the afternoon, visit the striking basalt columns of Ganh Da Dia and continue to Mui Dien Lighthouse for sweeping ocean views. Return to your resort for a peaceful evening.
Departure from Phu Yen
Spend a final morning in Phu Yen with time for a last walk along the shore or breakfast at a coastal café before a comfortable private transfer to Tuy Hoa Airport for your flight to Hanoi.
From there, connect to your international departure or extend your Vietnam journey with curated add-ons such as northern cultural tours or scenic rail experiences.
