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Hue to Hoi An: 5-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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5
days
380 km
distance
12.4 h
driving
26
curated stops

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Day 1 Hue → Phong Nha

4 curated stops
Transit
4h18
Finish
~17:40
Temperature
20.2°C–31.0°C
Rainy days
~9
Daylight
12.4h
09:00
Imperial City of Hue read more map ↗
Wander through grand temples, walls, and gardens of this royal complex.
50 min · Hue · Adults 200,000 dong, children 40,000 dong
open: Daily, 06:30-17:00
10:05
Thien Mu Pagoda read more map ↗
Enjoy panoramic views from this iconic riverside pagoda with golden Buddhas.
50 min · Hue · Free
11:25
Tomb of Khai Dinh read more map ↗
Behold well-preserved architecture and statues in this elegant imperial tomb.
50 min · Hue · Adult 150,000 dong, children 30,000 dong
12:15
Quán Chay Thanh Liễu search map ↗
Enjoy hearty, spicy vegan hot pot with friendly locals.
60 min · Hue
open: 09:00-20:00
16:50
Thien Duong Cave read more
Explore luminous stalactites and dramatic cave landscapes.
50 min · Phong Nha · 120,000 dong
Overnight: Phong Nha
e.g. Phong Nha Farmstay · Phong Nha Lake House Resort
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Day 2 Around Phong Nha

4 curated stops
Transit
1h39
Finish
~15:05
Temperature
20.2°C–31.0°C
Rainy days
~9
Daylight
12.4h
09:00
Phong Nha and Tien Son Caves huracars.com read more
Discover vast underground chambers and stunning rock formations.
50 min · Phong Nha
10:05
Hang Toi search map ↗
Kayak and swim through dark, exciting cave passages.
50 min · Phong Nha · 450,000 dong
open: 07:30-16:00
12:10
Ruc Mon Cave search map ↗
Step into potentially the world's second-largest cave discovery.
50 min · Phong Nha
13:15
Nuoc Mooc Spring Eco Trail search
Walk along bamboo bridges to where the river springs from the earth.
50 min · Phong Nha · 50,000 dong
14:05
Gecko Restaurant search
Savor fresh Vietnamese and Western dishes in a lively setting.
60 min · Phong Nha
open: 07:00-23:00
Overnight here
e.g. Phong Nha Farmstay · Phong Nha Lake House Resort
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Day 3 Da Nang

1 curated stops
Transit
4h53
Finish
~17:55
Temperature
22.4°C–29.6°C
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
12.4h
13:55
Golden Bridge read more map ↗
Walk across a stunning bridge held by giant stone hands.
180 min · Da Nang
16:55
Bánh Mì̀ Bà Lan search map ↗
Try their famous pork pâté-filled string baguette at this iconic sandwich cart.
60 min · Da Nang · US$1 (price listed 2018)
open: 16:00-19:00
Overnight here
e.g. Danang Backpackers Hostel · Dang Viet Hotel
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Day 4 Hoi An

6 curated stops
Transit
1h00
Finish
~16:20
Temperature
22.4°C–29.6°C
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
12.4h
09:30
Japanese Covered Bridge read more map ↗
Admire the historic bridge symbolizing Hoi An's past.
50 min · Hoi An
10:30
Museum of Trade Ceramics read more map ↗
Stroll through an old house filled with broken pottery.
50 min · Hoi An
11:30
Bamboo Circus luneproduction.com map ↗
Enjoy acrobatics and dance in a intimate theatre with Vietnamese themes.
50 min · Hoi An · Adult 700,000-1.6 million dong, child 5-12 30% less
open: Daily at 18:00
12:30
Quan Cong Temple search map ↗
Respect the legacy of loyalty in this serene temple.
50 min · Hoi An
13:30
Museum of Hoi An History and Culture search map ↗
Explore black-and-white photos and ancient artifacts.
50 min · Hoi An
14:30
Museum of Folk Culture search map ↗
Learn about rural Vietnamese dress and traditions.
50 min · Hoi An
15:20
Banana fritters stall search map ↗
Taste freshly made banana fritters, constantly prepared for locals and visitors.
60 min · Hoi An · 6,000 dong/pc
open: Morning to noon/afternoon
Overnight here
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Day 5 Around Hoi An

6 curated stops
Transit
0h36
Finish
~17:15
Temperature
22.4°C–29.6°C
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
12.4h
09:00
Dong Duong search
Explore the ruins of a grand 9th-century Cham Buddhist tower complex.
90 min · Hoi An
10:45
Hoi An Silk Village hoiansilkvillage.com map ↗
Witness traditional silk-making from silkworms to elegant ao dai dresses.
90 min · Hoi An
open: 09:00-21:00
12:25
Old house of Phung Hung search map ↗
Step into a century-old home guided by its descendants.
50 min · Hoi An
13:25
Museum of Sa Huynh Culture search map ↗
Gaze at ancient pottery and war hero memorabilia.
50 min · Hoi An
14:25
Quang Trieu Assembly Hall search map ↗
Stroll a calm courtyard with ornate statuary and dragons.
50 min · Hoi An
15:25
Old house of Tan Ky search map ↗
Sip tea in a beautifully preserved traditional house.
50 min · Hoi An
16:15
White Rose search map ↗
Visit the source of the famous "white rose" dumplings served throughout town.
60 min · Hoi An · 40,000 dong
open: 07:00-early afternoon

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