Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang Port
Overview
From Da Nang Port (Tien Sa Port), this day tour shows you highlights of the Marble Mountains and Hoi An Ancient Town, two must-see attractions near Da Nang. The group of mountains is well known for striking hills rising suddenly from the city, ancient Buddhist temples and amazing caves. In the below area, Vietnamese people have carved stone sculptures for over 500 years and exported them to many countries today. For lunch, will try local style Banh mi (sandwich) which is believed to be the best one in Vietnam. In the afternoon, visit the most important historical sites of Hoi An Ancient Town, one of the most bustling trading ports in Asia between the 15th and 19th centuries. It’s inscribed as a Unesco world heritage site in 1999.
5/5
Approx. 8 Hours
Car/bus
English
2 Minimum
Highlights
- Hike up to the top of the Marble Mountains & visit the holiest Buddhist temples in the area
- Discover mysterious & majestic caves
- Visit a traditional stone carving village & see plenty of marble sculptures made by local families
- Sightsee & take photos at Japanese Covered Bridge, the symbol of Hoi An
- Visit Cantonese Assembly Hall & Tan Ky Old House, major historical sites of Hoi An Ancient Town world heritage area
- Have lunch with Hoi An’s local specialty food
What's Included
Inclusions
- Roundtrip transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up/drop off at the meeting point in Chan May Port
- English speaking guide
- Entry fee to the Marble Mountains
- Elevator 1 way at Marble Mountains (way up)
- Entry fee to Hoi An Ancient Town
- Lunch with Vietnamese foods
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Pick up inside Chan May Port
- Elevator ticket to go down from the Marble Mountains (way down)
- Dinner
- Tipping & gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (shopping, rain poncho, photography, etc)
- Extra charge of 100,000 VND per person on public holidays in Vietnam (New year from 25/01/2025 to 02/02/2025, Independence day, Reunification day, Hung kings festival, International Labour day)
Departure & Return
Pick up time: after the cruise docks (local time)
Our driver and guide will pick up you at the meeting point outside Chan May Port.
From where the cruise docks, please go towards the port’s main entrance and then turn right, walk along the road until see our guide with a sign which shows your full names. The distance is about 500 meters.
Contact us by whatsapp +84968009827 to request an exact pick up time.
Itinerary
Pick up at chan may port
The Marble Mountains
The Marble Mountains is a group of 5 mountains that rise suddenly from the surrounding plain, near the coast. Named after the elements of Five Elements, there are ‘water’, ‘fire’, ‘wood’, ‘earth’ and ‘metal’ mountains here. To see its sights, visitors need to climb many stairs. Here is the list of places which you will visit in the Marble Mountains:
– Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village: see lots of marble sculptures that vary in size, shape and color. Local people started carving stone to make them 300 years ago and now this long-standing tradition is a national intangible cultural heritage.
– Linh Ung Pagoda: the most well-known Buddhist temple in the mountain. Built in the 19th century, it’s the oldest one in three famous pagodas of the same name in the area.
– Huyen Khong Cave: the biggest cave in the mountain. Visitors will be amazed by fascinating beams of light falling from its ceiling and learn about local beliefs. See more details
– Tam Thai Pagoda: one of the holiest Buddhist temples in the area. It’s constructed in the 19th century by request of Minh Mang king whose father promised to build it many years before. See more details
– Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village: see lots of marble sculptures that vary in size, shape and color. Local people started carving stone to make them 300 years ago and now this long-standing tradition is a national intangible cultural heritage.
– Linh Ung Pagoda: the most well-known Buddhist temple in the mountain. Built in the 19th century, it’s the oldest one in three famous pagodas of the same name in the area.
– Huyen Khong Cave: the biggest cave in the mountain. Visitors will be amazed by fascinating beams of light falling from its ceiling and learn about local beliefs. See more details
– Tam Thai Pagoda: one of the holiest Buddhist temples in the area. It’s constructed in the 19th century by request of Minh Mang king whose father promised to build it many years before. See more details
Lunch
Have a buffet lunch with many choices, including vegetable dishes and traditional foods.
1 hour recommended
1 hour recommended
Hoi An Ancient Town
Hoi An Ancient Town is an exceptionally well-preserved South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. In 1999, it’s honored to be a world heritage site. This town is famous for pretty narrow streets with yellow-wall houses, colorful lanterns and many tailor shops. It’s also one of the most photographed places in Vietnam. In Hoi An, you will see these places:
– Japanese Covered Bridge: the symbol of Hoi An. This wooden building was constructed in the 17th century by Japanese people. Today, it’s also called ‘Pagoda bridge’ because it has a small temple where the locals worship a Taoist god.
– Phung Hung Old House: Visit one of the best preserved old wooden house in Hoi An. Different from other heritage houses, this building has the influence from Japanese traditional architecture because it’s located in the former Japanese town. Its interior is full of sophisticated furniture and decorative objects.
– Cantonese Assembly Hall: one of the largest Chinese assembly halls in Hoi An. It hosts communal activities and special occasions of Cantonese Chinese congregation as well as worship of Quan Cong, a Chinese military general and god.
– Traditional handicrafts workshop: meet a local woman wearing traditional ao dai dress and listen to her introduction about Hoi An’s local handicrafts (silk making, lantern making, garment making, silk painting making, etc)
– Japanese Covered Bridge: the symbol of Hoi An. This wooden building was constructed in the 17th century by Japanese people. Today, it’s also called ‘Pagoda bridge’ because it has a small temple where the locals worship a Taoist god.
– Phung Hung Old House: Visit one of the best preserved old wooden house in Hoi An. Different from other heritage houses, this building has the influence from Japanese traditional architecture because it’s located in the former Japanese town. Its interior is full of sophisticated furniture and decorative objects.
– Cantonese Assembly Hall: one of the largest Chinese assembly halls in Hoi An. It hosts communal activities and special occasions of Cantonese Chinese congregation as well as worship of Quan Cong, a Chinese military general and god.
– Traditional handicrafts workshop: meet a local woman wearing traditional ao dai dress and listen to her introduction about Hoi An’s local handicrafts (silk making, lantern making, garment making, silk painting making, etc)
Back to Chan MAY port
Additional Info
- This experience is run with 2 travelers minimum but private one is still available. Chat with us via whatsapp number +84968009827 for the best price.
- Confirmation may be received at time of booking.
- If traveling with kids, an announcement in advance is necessary.
- Free for children under 5 years old and 25% off for children from 5 to 10 years old, full fee for older ages.
- A small extra fee will be surcharged to pick up in the Son Tra peninsula (Da Nang) and South Hoi An area (Hoi An)
- Most travelers can participate, LGBT-friendly
- No wheelchair accessible.
- This experience requires good weather. In case it’s canceled, an annoucement will be made in advance.
How to Book
Text in whatsapp +84968009827
A reply will be made within a few hours
Confirmation
Cancellation (if required)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Travellers should prepare sun cream, sun glasses, nice shoes and cash. A light jacket is also necessary to wear when the temperature downs after rains or disapperance of the sun. If would like to enter the worshipping halls, just need to ensure that the shirt covers the airmpits. Free sarongs are available to get on and hide the skin on the legs, to express a respect to the Gods and Buddhas. Rain poncho or umbrella is important in a rainy day or the wet season. See more information in travel guide to Ba Na Hills.
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