Marble Mountains & Hội An Ancient Town: Day Tour from Da Nang
A one-day tour from Da Nang: the caves and pagodas of Marble Mountains, then a guided walk through Hội An Ancient Town in the evening.
Da Nang – Marble Mountains – Non Nuoc – Hoi An Ancient Town
Overview
This one-day tour visits the caves, pagodas and stone stairs of Marble Mountains, then walks through Hội An Ancient Town. Dinner is included where the selected package includes it.
Two Sites in One Day
The day starts at Marble Mountains, where stone stairways, caves and places of worship make up the visit. You see Thủy Sơn, Huyền Không Cave, Linh Ứng Pagoda and Tam Thai Pagoda, depending on conditions on the day.
The tour then continues to Hội An Ancient Town. You walk the town's streets past old houses, assembly halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge area and the Hoài River.
Marble Mountains comes first because the site closes before evening, which leaves the later part of the day for Hội An. Marble Mountains has stairs and uneven stone paths. In Hội An there is free time on the lantern streets or at the night market.
A cave and pagoda visit in the afternoon, followed by an evening walk in Hội An.
How the Route Works
Huyền Không Cave
A large cave at Marble Mountains with Buddhist shrines. Light comes in through openings in the cave roof.
Marble Mountains Stairs and Viewpoints
Stone stairs and paths lead to pagodas and viewpoints. Wear shoes with grip, because the stones can be slippery after rain.
Evening in Hội An
A guided walk through the old town, then free time at the lantern streets or the night market.
Who This Tour Suits
It suits travellers interested in heritage, religious sites, old architecture and a guided walk in Hội An Ancient Town.
Marble Mountains involves climbing stairs and walking on stone paths. If you prefer less walking, this part can be tiring. If you have knee problems, you can shorten the stair climb and use the lift where suitable.
On the Day
Some areas of Marble Mountains can be slippery after rain. Cover your shoulders and knees in pagodas and worship spaces.
Hội An is busy in the evening. Boat rides and lantern floating are not included, and they depend on weather, water conditions, crowds and local rules on the day.
Highlights
From USD 130 per person.
Route: Da Nang – Marble Mountains – Non Nuoc – Hoi An Ancient Town.
Visit Thuy Son, Huyen Khong Cave, Linh Ung Pagoda and Tam Thai Pagoda, subject to conditions on the day.
Walk through Hoi An’s main streets, old houses, assembly halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge area and Hoai River.
Free time is set aside for lantern streets, the night market or personal shopping.
English- or Vietnamese-speaking guide service is provided according to the programme.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Marble Mountains and Hoi An Ancient Town
- Visit Thuy Son, Huyen Khong Cave, Linh Ung Pagoda and Tam Thai Pagoda.
- Learn about the history of Hoi An as a trading port and its cultural heritage.
- Walk through Hoi An’s main streets, old houses, assembly halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge area and Hoai River.
- Enjoy free time on the lantern streets, at the night market or for souvenir shopping.
Included / Not Included
Included
- Hotel transfers in central Da Nang or Hoi An, according to the selected package.
- English- or Vietnamese-speaking guide service according to the programme.
- Admission tickets for Marble Mountains and Hoi An Ancient Town, where included in the selected package.
- Local dinner, where included in the selected package.
- Bottled water on the vehicle.
- Walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town.
- Visit Marble Mountains, its caves, pagodas and main sites along the route.
- Operational support during the tour.
Not included
- Admission tickets where not included in the selected package.
- Dinner where not included in the selected package.
- Boat rides, lantern floating, lantern making and services outside the programme.
- Drinks other than those provided with meals.
- Personal expenses and shopping in Hoi An.
- Tips for the guide and driver.
- Surcharges for pick-up or drop-off outside central Da Nang or Hoi An.
- Surcharge for a Korean-, Chinese- or Japanese-speaking guide on request.
- Photographer, ao dai, make-up or arrangements for a private photo session.
- Personal travel insurance.