Name: 9 Day Customizable Cultural Journey Among Nature with 5-Day Detox Program in Vietnam
Brand: Gray Line Vietnam
Price: 1999 USD
Availability: InStock

Accommodation

Check-in Time:

14:00

Check-out Time:

12:00

You will stay in 5-star hotels and resorts:

Hoi An: Bel Marina Resort

Located on the banks of Thu Bon River and only 5 minutes from the Ancient Town, inspired by Hoi An’s profound heritage with sensual blends of European architecture, Bel Marina Hoi An Resort is truly an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the heritage site. Some featuring highlights: 2 pools (a largest 550-sqm infinity pool and a first-and-only sky pool in Hoi An), 3 restaurants and 2 bars, well-equipped gym and spa, kids' corner, complimentary bicycle and shuttle bus to An Bang Beach.

Premium Deluxe Town View Room: 30-sqrm king-size bed/two-twins sharing bedroom with a balcony, rain shower and bathtub.

Hue: Alba Wellness Valley

Alba Wellness Valley is a leading innovator of wellness-inspired resorts that has created the perfect getaway for urban travelers. Located within 50-ha of natural landscape at the source of the therapeutic-healing natural hot spring, it offers an exceptional green wellbeing experiences covering all aspects of physical wellness from health and beauty, nutrition and fitness as well as mental and social wellness through spiritual awareness and others' connections. Some featuring highlights: knowledgeable wellness assistants' assessment, from farm to table dining experiences, onsen and various holistic daily activities, kids club, craft village.

Premium Deluxe Room: 35-sqm with king-size bed/two-twins sharing bedroom with an optional private balcony and standing shower. Convenient walking distance to the main facilities.

Program

Program highlights

Customizable itinerary and consultation with local wellness specialist.
Local operator ensuring you get immediate support and intervention during the trip.
Visit key historical sites like the Son Tra Radar Station, Ban Co Peak, and Linh Ung Pagoda.
Captivating Hoi An memories show, snorkel, walk underwater in Cu Lao Cham Island.
5-Day detox program. Restore yourself with juice detoxification, morning yoga and meditation techniques.
Signature 'breakfast anywhere, anytime' concepts, meaning you can have breakfast by the pool, in the spa, on the beach, even in bed whenever you want in Hue.
Release tension with 4 reflexology spa treatments, and onsen hot springs.
Immerse yourself in traditional countryside Vietnamese life, prepare nutritious balanced meals in a cooking class set on a serene village.

Itinerary in brief

Day 1: Da Nang arrival – Hoi An Memories Show (D) – Private tour
Day 2: Da Nang Half-day city – Hoi An (B, L) – Private tour
Day 3: Hoi An – Full day Cooking class with market visit and bicycle ride (B, L) – Small group tour
Day 4: Hoi An – Half day Cham Island tour (B, L) – Sharing tour
Day 5: Hoi An – Hue Retreat (B, detox juices)
Day 6: Hue Retreat (detox juices)
Day 7: Hue Retreat (detox juices)
Day 8: Hue Retreat (detox juices)
Day 9: Hue departure (detox juices)

Itinerary in detail

Day 1: Da Nang arrival - Hoi An – Hoi An Memories Show (D) – Private tour

Upon arrival, welcomed by your driver and transfer to hotel in Hoi An to leave your heavy luggage. Your free time to relax after long flight.

At 17:30 you will be picked up by our guide and transfer to Hoi An Memories Land. Enjoy exploring park with its country village setting with various cultural traditions. Have dinner in traditional restaurant in this ancient atmosphere.

Between 20:00 – 21:00 immerse in Hoi An Memories Show – a captivating performance that walk you through 400 years of history, from the 15th century to the modern era, experiencing remarkable characters, situations, with vividly-recreated settings. Capture deep sense of meaning behind each artistically presented act to understand the cultural beauty and identity of the people of Hoi An.

At 21:30 you will return to your hotel and overnight in Hoi An.

Please note:

Check-in time at hotel is 14:00. Early check-in is not included.

Check-out time at hotel is 12:00. Late check-out is not included.

Day 2: Hoi An - Half day Da Nang city – Hoi An (B, L) – Private tour

Breakfast at hotel and check out. Picked-up by your guide and driver to Da Nang marking the start of an exciting journey.

Your first stop is the Son Tra Radar Station, a historic site atop Son Tra Mountain, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Da Nang and the East Sea. Capture stunning photos of the landscape and learn about its significance during the Vietnam War.

Next, you'll visit the helicopter pad, providing an excellent vantage point to admire nearby beaches and the surrounding scenery. This strategic location served various purposes during the war and offers a unique perspective of the area.

Continue the journey to Ban Co Peak, where you'll breathe in the fresh mountain air and marvel at the views of Da Nang city, the ocean, and lush forests below. Named after a large flat rock resembling a chessboard, this spot is perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike.

Then, you can't miss Linh Ung Pagoda in the stunning Son Tra Peninsula. This majestic Buddhist temple is renowned for its tranquil ambiance, intricate architecture, and vibrant colors. The towering Lady Buddha statue, emanating peace and serenity, is a highlight of the pagoda.

At 12:30 you'll head to a local restaurant in Da Nang city to savor the local specialties and delve deeper into Da Nang’s cuisine. Afterward, return to your hotel in Hoi An. Enjoy leisure time.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 3: Hoi An – Full day Cooking class with market visit and bicycle ride (B, L) – Small group tour

Breakfast at hotel and at 07:30 self-transfer to meeting point, or you can request to get a taxi ride. Meet with your guide and your trip begins with a visit to the famous Hoi An Market.

You will discover fruits and vegetables commonly found on the shelves in the markets of Central Vietnam, get explained to about the virtues of these natural products and how the Vietnamese use them not only in their cooking but also to preserve their health. From the market wharf, you will then leave on a 40-minute boat ride on Thu Bon River to arrive at a typical small village which has maintained its authenticity. This is our guide native village where she’ll introduce you to her grandmother who still lives in family's ancestral home.

You will make your own rice cakes, in the quiet, cool garden, while chatting about traditional cuisine of central Vietnam. You will prepare the dishes yourself and then you can taste them seated quietly under the coconut trees in the garden.

Together, you will prepare 4 dishes: (inform the hosts to request in advance if you want vegetarian dishes)

Banh Xeo (small pancakes made from rice flour).
Grilled pork skewers marinated in a special sauce.
Green papaya salad.
Fish prepared according to a local recipe.

After enjoying the delicious meal you have prepared, it will be time to set out on a bicycle ride to return to Hoi An. Along the way, you will make several stops to discover more about everyday life in the countryside. You will learn, among other things, how rice alcohol is distilled, how the famous basket boats are made and used (you will be able to test one on the river), how the magnificent mats are hand-woven, and discover even more.

Cycling distance: approx. 9 km (5.5 miles).

At 18:00 you will have a transfer back to your hotel and overnight in Hoi An.

Day 4: Hoi An – Half day Cham Island tour (B, L) – Sharing tour

Breakfast at hotel.
07:00 AM: Picked up at hotel and take you to Cua Dai Wharf.
09:00 AM: Take a 20 minutes ride on speedboat to Cham Island.
9:30 AM: Arrive at Hon Nhon beach, enjoy your time swimming and snorkeling/underwater walking at your preference.
11:00 AM: Bai Chong Beach – the unique ecological area of the Cham Island to have seafood lunch and relax. 02:00 PM: Return to the Cua Dai Wharf for the journey back to hotel.
Enjoy leisure time. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 5: Hoi An – Hue Retreat (B, detox juices)

Breakfast at hotel and check out. Picked up at hotel and transfer to Hue for your focused detoxification program.
14:00: Check-in & wellness assessment
15:00: Binh An Tea- Qigong experience
16:20: Onsen
17:00: Spa treatment (any of your choice from Reflexology menu)
18:30: Light meal or first juice
Wellness Turndown
Day 6: Hue Retreat (detox juices)
06:30: Kombucha
07:30: First juice of the day
08:00: Yoga
09:30: Second juice of the day
11:00: Juicing or Kombucha Class
12:00: Third juice of the day
13:00: Meditation
14:00: Fourth juice of the day
16:00: Fifth juice of the day
16:20: Onsen
17:00: Spa treatment (any of your choice from Reflexology menu)
18:00 Wellbeing follow up
Wellness Turndown
Day 7: Hue Retreat (detox juices)
06:30: Kombucha
07:30: First juice of the day
08:00: Yoga
09:30: Second juice of the day
12:00: Third juice of the day
13:00: Meditation
14:00: Fourth juice of the day
16:00: Fifth juice of the day
16:20: Onsen
17:00: Spa treatment (any of your choice from Reflexology menu)
18:00: Wellbeing follow up
Wellness Turndown
Day 8: Hue Retreat (detox juices)
06:30: Kombucha
07:30 First juice of the day
08:00: Yoga
09:30: Second juice of the day
12:00: Third juice of the day
13:00: Meditation
14:00: Fourth juice of the day
16:00: Fifth juice of the day
16:20: Onsen
17:00: Spa treatment (any of your choice from Reflexology menu)
18:00: Wellbeing follow up
Wellness Turndown
Day 9: Hue departure (detox juices)
06:30: Kombucha
07:30: First juice of the day
08:00: Yoga
09:30: Second juice of the day with Fruit
09:30: Wellness Assessment
12:00: Check out and Hue airport transfer for your flight back home.

Included excursions

Hoi An Memories show
Da Nang half-day city private tour
Hoi An full-day cooking class with a market visit and bicycle ride small group tour
Hoi An half-day Cham Island group tour

Location

Embark on a rejuvenating journey through the historic charm of Hoi An, the scenic landscapes of Da Nang, and the cultural richness of Hue.

A rich blend of wellness, history, and culture across the central seaside of Vietnam. Explore Da Nang's refreshing city life, followed by a journey to the enchanted Hoi An with its ancient architecture, lantern-lit streets, and culinary delights. An exciting underwater walking and snorkeling in scenic Cu Lao Cham Island before moving to the serene imperial city Hue focused on wellbeing.

This trip beautifully blends cultural exploration with relaxation and self-care.

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Food

Savor the vibrant flavors of Vietnam as you prepare traditional dishes during your cooking class. Experience the joy of making banh xeo, grilled pork skewers, and refreshing green papaya salad, all while enjoying the serene surroundings of a lush garden.

Indulge nutritious, immunity-boost detox juices for fully 5day4night in Hue.

Each meal is a celebration of local ingredients and culinary techniques, promising a healthy yet delightful gastronomic journey.

Note: Included meals are mentioned in the program (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner).

The following meals are included:

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinks

The following drinks are included:

Water
Coffee
Tea
Detox juices

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

Vegetarian
Vegan
Regular (typically includes meat and fish)

If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

What's included

Cooking class, yoga classes, meditation classes, spa treatments as mentioned in the program.
All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program.
Tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
Transportation by vehicle with A/C (Shared vehicle for SIC tours, Private vehicles for airport transfer and private tour).
Local English-speaking guide(s) and instructor(s) in Vietnam (different ones in different city and/or tour).
Meals as mentioned in the program: 4 breakfast, 3 lunch, 1 dinner and full 5day4night detox juices as main meals.
Water during tour day; water, tea, coffee provided at accommodation; kombucha and detox tea if mentioned in the itinerary.
8 night accommodation based on double/twin-sharing room.

What's not included

Visa to Vietnam
Any flights (international and domestic) and airport tax
Single supplement, hotel / room upgrade, early check-in and late check-out
Tip, drinks, meals, personal expenses and any services not mentioned in the program
Wire transfer / credit , debit card service fees for remaining balance payment to Gray Line Vietnam

How to get there

Recommended Airports

DAD

Da Nang International Airport

22 km

Transfer included

Arrival by airplane

Book your arrival flight to Da Nang International Airport (DAD) and departure flight from Phu Bai International Airport (HUI). If you prefer to depart from Da Nang Airport, there'll be a small surcharge for departure transfer.

Please inform Gray Line Vietnam of your flight details before the trip. They will reach out 24-hour before your flight for reconfirmation.

After arrival please follow the instructions: At the international / domestic terminal: After collecting your luggage, kindly get outside arrival gate. Their driver will wait for you there with your name sign.

Airport: Da Nang International Airport Airport transfer included: Da Nang International Airport No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 15% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.

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