• Hue - 4:30 - 6:00 – Departure from Hue

The guide and vehicle will meet you in the center of Hue City. Begin the journey north along National Highway 1A towards the DMZ – the former Demilitarized Zone that divided Vietnam for over 20 years.

• La Vang Church - 07:00 – Visit La Vang Holy Land

Stop at La Vang, a significant Catholic pilgrimage site in Vietnam, believed to be where the Virgin Mary appeared in the late 18th century during a period of religious persecution under King Canh Thinh (Tay Son Dynasty).

• Quang Tri Citadel - 07:40 – Visit Quang Tri Citadel

Continue the journey to Quang Tri Ancient Citadel, the site of the intense 81-day battle in the summer of 1972 between the Liberation Army of South Vietnam and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. Now a memorial cemetery, it serves as the final resting place for thousands of unidentified soldiers – a solemn symbol of sacrifice and loss during wartime.

• Hien Luong - 08:40 – 10:30 | Hien Luong Bridge – Ben Hai River (17th Parallel)
  Travel north along National Highway 1 to the historic 17th parallel. Visit Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River, the site marking the temporary division of North and South Vietnam under the 1954 Geneva Accords. Learn about the intense psychological warfare between the two sides, including propaganda loudspeakers, competing flagpole heights, and bridge color schemes. Explore key symbols of division such as the white demarcation line, dual flagpoles, and the war relic museum.
• Phong Nha - 10:00 – Transfer to Phong Nha via the Western Branch of the Ho Chi Minh Trail

On the way, your guide will share stories about the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail – the vital supply route for food and weapons from North to South during the American War.

• Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park - 12:30 – Lunch at a local restaurant in Phong Nha

Enjoy a meal and rest before the cave exploration.

• Phong Nha Caves - 3:30 – Visit Phong Nha Cave

Recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Site, Phong Nha Cave is known for:

• The longest underground river in Southeast Asia
• Spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations dating back millions of years
• Serving as a hiding and storage place for the Liberation Army during the war

You’ll take a motorized boat on the Son River and travel about 1.5 km deep into the cave, where a guide will provide insightful commentary on the cave’s geology, formation, and historical significance.

• Dong Hoi - 6:00 – End of Tour

Guests will be transferred to one of the following:
• Dong Hoi (city center, train station, or airport)
• Phong Nha (for those staying overnight)
• Or return to Hue upon request

• Admission to Phong Nha Cave
• Dragon boat tickets on the river
• English-speaking guide specializing in tours for the entire route
• Modern air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing and transfers throughout the program
• Continuous assistance from our customer care team before and on departure day
• Lavie bottled water 500ml: 2 bottles per guest per day
• Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park
• Entrance ticket to Hien Luong bridge
• Entrance ticket to Quang Tri ancient citadel
• Entrance ticket to La Vang Holy Land

• Far pick up surcharge if you stay out of the pick up area

This journey guides travelers from the former imperial capital of Hue through central Vietnam’s most important historical landmarks, such as La Vang Sanctuary, Quang Tri Citadel, and Hien Luong Bridge at the former 17th parallel, where compelling stories of division and resilience are vividly portrayed. The tour then shifts to the natural wonders of Phong Nha Cave, where visitors can unwind on a picturesque boat ride along an emerald-green river and explore a serene cave adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, providing an ideal blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

• Please provide the name and address of your hotel in Hue for pick-up arrangements.
• You need to provide the tour leader’s phone number and preferred method of contact so the tour operator can reach out to you directly after booking.
• If you’re vegetarian or have any special dietary needs, please let the local operator know in advance.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.