Ba Na Hills: Golden Bridge, Cable Car & Private Day Tour

Summary

Golden hands bridge sunrise cable car ride french village strolls

You’ll start your day early with hotel pickup and glide above misty forests on Ba Na Hills’ cable car before stepping onto the Golden Bridge’s giant hands. With your local guide leading the way, explore Linh Ung Pagoda and wander French Village streets—plus enjoy lunch and a cold beer as you soak in mountain air.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel so small stepping onto the Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills. Maybe it was the way the morning mist curled around those giant stone hands — or just that we’d managed to beat most of the crowds by starting at 7am. Our guide, Minh, grinned as I tried to snap a photo without someone’s selfie stick in it (not easy, but worth it for that weirdly peaceful view). The air up there is cooler than in Da Nang, almost sharp, and you catch whiffs of pine and something sweet from the flower gardens below.

The cable car ride up felt like floating through clouds — honestly, my ears popped halfway and I laughed out loud. Minh told us this is one of the longest rides in the world (I googled later, he’s right). There’s this moment when you look down and see waterfalls threading through green hills; I still think about that. We stopped at Linh Ung Pagoda first — incense drifting everywhere, a few monks moving quietly past. It’s hard not to feel calm there, even if you’re just passing through.

After wandering Jardin D’Amour (the rose garden smelled unreal), we ended up in French Village. It’s a little surreal: cobblestone streets, classical music playing somewhere off to the left, people sipping coffee under striped umbrellas. Minh joked that it’s “Europe with better noodles,” which made me laugh because he wasn’t wrong. We grabbed our complimentary beers and sat near a fountain just watching people take photos in front of fake castles. Lunch was buffet style — lots of choices but I mostly went for noodles and grilled pork because they smelled too good to skip.

I’m glad we had Minh showing us around — he pointed out things I’d never have noticed (like why some statues have their hands folded a certain way). By mid-afternoon it got busier but somehow less overwhelming because we’d already seen the best bits early on. The drive back was sleepy; I kept replaying that first quiet moment on the bridge before everyone else arrived.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge

• Hotel pickup early morning
• Ride world's longest cable car
• Visit Linh Ung Pagoda
• Walk Jardin D'Amour Gardens
• Experience Golden Hands Bridge
• Explore French Village
• Visit Lunar Castle and Fantasy Park
• Enjoy complimentary two beers
• Optional buffet lunch
• Return to hotel mid-afternoon

Top questions

What time does the Ba Na Hills tour start?

The tour usually starts at 7am to avoid crowds but timing is flexible based on your preference.

Is hotel pickup included for Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in Da Nang or Hoi An areas.

How long is the cable car ride at Ba Na Hills?

The cable car ride is one of the world’s longest and takes about 20-25 minutes each way.

Are meals included during the day trip to Ba Na Hills?

A buffet lunch is included (optional) along with bottled water and two complimentary beers per guest.

Is Ba Na Hills wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and all main areas at Ba Na Hills are wheelchair accessible.

Can infants or small children join this tour?

Yes, infants can ride in prams or strollers; specialized infant seats are available upon request.

What should I wear for Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge tour?

The weather can be cooler on the mountain—bring a light jacket and comfortable walking shoes.

How long does the full day trip last?

The tour lasts from about 7am until 3:30pm if starting early; timing can be adjusted if needed.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in a modern air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking licensed guide, round-trip cable car tickets for Ba Na Hills, bottled water, two glasses of beer per person, access to all main attractions like Linh Ung Pagoda and French Village, plus an optional buffet lunch before heading back in the afternoon.