Start with Vietnamese coffee and a light banh mi or eggs at a popular chain café or a beachfront spot on Long Beach to fuel the morning and get beach views.
Stroll the brightly lit, themed precinct with canals, shops and street entertainment; great for photos and an evening atmosphere if you want to return later (areas are open late).
Open-air conservation safari park (typically 08:00–17:00) where you can see Asian and African species; go early for active animal displays and cooler temperatures.
Large amusement and water-park complex with rides, shows and themed zones (typically 09:00–18:00); plan for main attractions and the evening parade if running.
Cable car to Hon Thom Island for spectacular aerial views and island beaches; cable car generally operates from morning until around 19:00–20:00 depending on season — morning is best for calm seas.
Try Da Nang’s local specialties like bun cha ca (fish cake noodle) or choose a riverside seafood restaurant near the Han River for a relaxed first evening in the city.
Have an early breakfast or packed meal because you’ll depart for Ba Na Hills to maximise time on the mountain (Ba Na Hills cable car operations typically start around 07:00–08:00).
Spend the day visiting the famed Golden Bridge, French Village, gardens, and attractions; Ba Na Hills open roughly 07:00–22:00 but main attractions are daytime-focused.
Wander the lantern-lit alleys, visit historic assembly halls and the Japanese bridge; most museums and temples are open ~08:00–17:00 so plan visits in the morning.
Try the famous Banh Mi Phuong for an iconic sandwich or reserve Morning Glory for classic Hoi An dishes; both are well-known and popular — expect queues at peak times.