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Central Vietnam
Duration : 5 Days / 4 Nights
Destinations : Danang – Hoi An - Danang
- Danang | Hoi An -
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Geography
Vietnam covers an area of 330,363 sq. km and is
about as big as Italy or New Mexico. The country has
three main geographic regions - the tropical south
dominated by the Mekong River estuary, the dry
central region, and the more temperate north
comprising the River delta and mountain highlands.
Religion
Vietnam supports adherents of all the major world
religions, as well as followers of religions that are
peculiarly Vietnamese: Theravada and Mahayana
Buddhism, Protestant and Catholic Christianity,
Taoism, Confucianism, Islam, Cao Daism, Hoa Hao
and Hinduism. In addition spirit and ancestor worship,
To Tien, is also practiced. Confucianism is probably
the most pervasive doctrine of all.
Climate
Vietnam’s climate is very diverse because the
country covers a wide range of latitudes and
altitudes.
The North: The cold season is between November
and April when average temperatures are around
60°F/16°C and it is often wet and chilly. In the hot
period, between May and October, the average
temperature is about 86°F/30°C. The South: The
temperatures in the south are constant all year,
ranging from 77-86°F/25-30°C. The dry season is from
November to April and the wet period from May to
October.
People
Ethnic Vietnamese constitute almost 90 percent of
the population in Vietnam. Originating in what is
now southern China and northern Vietnam, the
Vietnamese people pushed southward over several
centuries to occupy the entire eastern seacoast of
the Indochinese Peninsula. Nearly 100 years of
French rule (1858-1954) introduced important
European elements, but the Vietnamese still attach
great importance to the family and continue to
observe rites honoring their ancestors, indicating the
persistence of tradition.
Manners
The Vietnamese used to greet one another by
clasping their hands, prayer-like, in front of their
faces and bowing slightly. Unfortunately, this
charming custom has been replaced by the
handshake. When trying to gain the attention of a
Vietnamese, try not to point or gesture excessively.
This is regarded as rude. Call out their names if
possible, if not beckon by using the whole hand,
palm downwards. Again, as in the other countries of
Southeast Asia, do not touch people on the head as
it is regarded as spiritually the 'highest' part of the
body. Expect to be the center of attention outside
Saigon, Hanoi and the main tourist centers. React
accordingly and be a good ambassador.
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“This is a land of serene beauty, traditional charm and bustling industry. A great holiday
destination, Vietnam boasts a landscape of misty hills and tropical beaches, a fascinating
cultural heritage and a climate that ranges from the cool of the northern highlands to the
warmth of the South China Sea coast and the Mekong Delta”
Day 1 Arrival in Danang (-/-/D)
Welcome to Danang. As soon as the group arrives at the airport on their flight from home, the
group will be warmly greeted by Refine Asia staff who will assist the group to clear all
formalities and handle the luggage directly to the truck.
At the arrival terminal, beautiful Vietnamese ladies respectively greet the group with
welcome banner, flowers and cool tissues. All the guests will benefit from VIP treatment with
welcome services provided by Refine Asia. The Guests can enjoy the relaxing drive to the
hotel while our professional local guide will give them some first information about the city.
At the chosen hotel, the group will be welcomed with cool towels and welcome drinks at the
hotel lounge, while our hospitality staff clears all the check-in formalities for the group.
Guests will now enjoy the free time to rest after a long flight or to discover the hotel as well as
their services, such as the first-class spa and massage facilities.
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Special Welcome Cocktail at the Cham Museum
Tonight, a welcome cocktail for the group will be
organized at the most famous landscape in
Danang, the stylish Cham Museum which is
located in the city centre overlooking the Han
River. The Cham Museum was founded in 1915 by
the Ecole Francaise d'Extreme Orient and holds
the world’s finest collection of Cham sculpture,
with some truly stunning sandstone carvings.
On arrival at the Cham Museum, the group will be welcomed by the reception group who
are in the traditional costumes of the Cham people. The refreshments and cocktail are
served while clients can walk around to admire the sculptor masterpieces made by the
Cham people over the last centuries
Welcome Dinner at Blue Whale Restaurant
After the impressive cocktail reception at Cham Museum, the guests will be invited for the
short transfer to the Blue Whale restaurant which is nicely located on the beach. An exclusive
dinner with Cham entertainment is ready for the group and promises an evening full of
enjoyment.
Overnight in Danang
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Day 2 Danang – Hoi An (B/L/D)
This morning after breakfast, the guests will be transferred to the ancient town of Hoi An
where they will discover the beauty of the blending in architecture of Vietnamese, Chinese
and Japanese who have been living in this small port town since the 17th century. Hoi An was
declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. Its colourful shop houses and temples reflect
a diverse heritage, dating back to the 16th and 17th century, when it was a major port for
Western, Chinese and Japanese traders. Today it is a thriving centre of traditional crafts and a
shopper’s paradise.
As all kind of transportations are banned in the old quarter of Hoi An, the best way to explore
the beauty of this port town is the walking tour. Besides visiting the old temples, the famous
Japanese bridge and some other well-known landscapes of Hoi An, the group also stops at
some ancient houses in Hoi An for tea to learn about the differences in architectures of the
Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese in this port town. Lunch at local restaurant.
Teambuilding Activity: Vietnamese Cooking Class
The cooking experience starts with a visit Hoi An’s colourful market, where the group can
experience the amazing sights, sounds and aromas of the busy stalls. The guests will have the
opportunity to interact with the local sellers and purchase some of the ingredients to be used
in the cooking lesson later.
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Afterwards they will board the Red Bridge boat for a leisurely cruise (25 minutes) along the
Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. This is a chance to view local river life and
enjoy the beautiful scenery.
On arrival, the group will explore the cooking school’s herb and vegetable garden, before
learning about some of Hoi An’s and Vietnam’s well-known dishes. The cooking lesson runs for
about 2 hours – each dish is first demonstrated by the Red Bridge chef’s, before the
guests prepare the same dish themselves. Furthermore a brief introduction to Vietnamese
food carving (plate decoration) is included in the course.
After the lesson, the guest can sit down together and enjoy the delicious meals they have
cooked for dinner.
Overnight in Hoi An
Day 3 Bicycle Ride and Lantern Making - Danang (B/L/D)
After pick-up from your hotel in Hoi An, the group will
ride by bicycle through a village with simple homes to
the lantern-making house where people produce
colorful cylinder-shaped and pumpkin-shaped lanterns.
Workers in the house will explain which lanterns are
made in Japanese or Vietnamese or Chinese styles
before the guests sit on a short stool next to a young
worker who helps them make a small and typical
lantern that they can keep after the lesson. Lunch at local restaurant.
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Afterwards, the group will be transferred back to Danang. The remaining day is free for leisure
to go shopping or exploring the city.
Dinner at San Ho Restaurant
San Ho Restaurant is located directly at Danang Beach. The group can enjoy fresh seafood,
while enjoying the sea view of Danang beach with its golden sand and blue water ocean
waves, whispering in their ears. From here one can see the Guan Yin Buddha, Cu Lao Cham
and the scenic Marble. The menu varies from Asian to European.
Overnight in Danang
Day 4 Conference (B/L/D)
After breakfast, the group will have the whole day for a conference, which will be held in the
hotel. In-between a buffet lunch will be served. Moreover, there will be two coffee breaks.
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Farewell Dinner at Apsara Restaurant
At the final evening, the group will have a farewell dinner at the Apsara restaurant. The
restaurant is decorated with Cham style, which bears deeply the art of typical and mystical
Cham culture. Especially, the performance of the Apsara – stylish dances and the
Vietnamese ethnic musical instruments will bring a relaxing feeling to the guests and
therefore will be the perfect conclusion of a wonderful trip. The combination of seafood
specialties and Vietnamese rice cuisine of the three regions will leave best impression and
sentiment on guests.
Overnight in Danang
Day 5 Departure (B/-/-)
Today, the group will have the morning at leisure for shopping and recreation until the
transfer for the departure flight for home.
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Accommodation Options DANANG: FUSION MAIA
Located on the My Khe Beach, the resort is only 10 minutes from Da Nang centre, 20 minutes
from the world’s heritage town Hoi An and 15 minutes from the airport.
A new and like-no-other addition to Vietnam’s luxurious 5-star resorts, Fusion Maia is Asia’s first
resort with all-inclusive spa. Fusion Maia boasts the largest spa of central Vietnam. Most
irresistibly, all spa services are already included in the room rate. What’s more, breakfast is
served at any time and any place. Resting on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, the
Fusion Maia.
Fusion Maia offers three staying options: pool villas, spa villas, and beach villas, each coming
with its own private pool and courtyard garden, modern appliances such as iPods, coffee
machine, wifi access, international satellite TVs and other handpicked furnishings.
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DANANG: CROWN PLAZA DANANG
Crowne Plaza Danang is centrally located between Hanoi, HCMC and the gateway to
four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Hue - the former imperial city, Hoi An - ancient town, My
Son - holy land and Phong Nha-Ke Bang. Domestic and international leisure-seekers and
professional meeting organizers will receive benefits by staying at Crowne Plaza Danang, the
largest int. upscale hotel along Danang Beach.
Connect and socialize in Danang’s largest purpose-built entertainment centre right next to
the hotel building and enjoy the various recreational facilities including the largest free-form
infinity pool, water sports, and the Kid’s Zone where families and friends can come together.
Our dedicated Crowne Meeting Director is your one point of contact assuring the success of
your meeting with unrivalled options within the purpose-built integrated meeting centre
featuring the largest ballroom and 8 individual function rooms and wide choices of meal
plans with indoor and outdoor options. Experience seamless service at every interaction with
our attentive and upbeat teams.
All day dining restaurant serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner from selections of Asia and
Western cuisine. Danang’s finest Cantonese restaurant serves authentic Cantonese foods in
luxurious private rooms.
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HOI AN: PALM GARDEN RESORT
Set on 5 hectares of landscaped tropical garden in an enviable beach location, Palm
Garden Resort offers a green environment with over 400 species of palm trees and plants
right along a 220-meter stretch of the famous Cua Dai Beach in the UNESCO-recognized
world heritage site of Hoi An Ancient City.
Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa has a total of 188 well-decorated rooms that vary from
standard to suite rooms. Out of the rooms, there are twenty (20) bungalows, 14 of which are
located on the beach, facing the ocean while the other 6 are located on the beautiful
garden setting. All of the bungalows are well-designed with open-air bathtubs. The Resort also
has three (3) Junior Suites and One (1) Palm Garden Suite, located at a private area. These
types of room are best suited for those who are traveling with a big family where they can
get to have their own private paradise.
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HOI AN: ANANTARA HOI AN RESORT
Experience an idyllic blend of riverside relaxation and Anantara luxury, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site on your doorstep, and beautiful beach life just a short bicycle or boat ride
away.
Scenically positioned on the banks of the Thu Bon River, Anantara Hoi An Resort is a charming
boutique retreat in the historic port town of Hoi An. Designed with French, Dutch, Chinese and
Japanese influences that reveal Hoi An’s fascinating cultural diversity, split level rooms and
suites open onto porches with comfortable daybeds, overlooking the river or a garden
courtyard.
Choose from a collection of 93 rooms and suites, all delightfully housed in two and three
storey French colonial style buildings, with tranquil garden and river views. Designed with a
fusion of graceful European and tropical Asian styles, a host of modern comforts provides a
luxurious home away from home, full of enchanting local inspirations. A distinctive and
spacious split level layout comprises an upper bedroom and bathroom, and a lower lounge
opening onto a porch with two comfortable day beds, offering ideal spaces for relaxation.
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