DAY 1: HUE – QUANG TRI – DONG HOI (L,D)
This morning you will be picked up and transfer to Dong Hoi.
On the way, you will visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) which became the fiercest battlefields during the Vietnam War from 1954 to 1975.
You will next stop at Vinh Moc Tunnels – This is a great structure, a famous place and a historical site in Quang Tri. It is the symbol of Vietnamese’s patriotism and bravery. You will be surprised by long and firm tunnels where had been the houses of local people in the war.
You will also visit the Old Quang Tri Citadel – This historical structure was built in Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945). Quang Tri citadel is also known as a hot spot in Vietnam war. It is the tomb of thousands of soldiers. This citadel was destroyed during the years of war. It is the symbol of bravery of the locals. Continue to Hien Luong Bridge spanning Ben Hai River. In Vietnam war, it was bisected between South Vietnam and North Vietnam. This is the symbol of desire for peace and freedom
Lunch at local restaurant in Quang Tri and then proceed to Dong Hoi.
Upon arrival in Dong Hoi, check in your hotel.
Have dinner and free time to explore Dong Hoi at night
Overnight in Dong Hoi.
DAY 2: PHONG NHA – THIEN DUONG CAVE (B,L,D)
Breakfast at the hotel.
You will take a boat to visit Cung Dinh, Tien, Bi Ky caves and more. Phong Nha’s cave system features underground passageways and river caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. It is famous for its rock formation that bear intriguing names such as the “Lion”, “Unicorn”, “Kneeling elephant” and “the Buddha”. Phong Nha has been voted as one of the most wonderful caves in the world for a number of reasons, such as the longest underground river, the most beautiful underground lake, the highest and widest entrance or the most beautiful and widest dry cave.
Continue to explore Thien Duong cave – the limestone core area of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park. Take a short drive by electric car to the mountain foot. Then, start climbing a steep karstic hill of 524 stone steps to the wonderful cave.
Late afternoon, transfer back to Dong Hoi.
Overnight in Dong Hoi.
DAY 3: DONG HOI – HUE (B,L)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer back to Hue
On the way, visit La Vang Holy – an important place of pilgrimage for Catholics of Vietnam
Arrive in Hue and transfer to the airport for departure flight. End of service.
