Chan May to Hoi An Private Tour: Hai Van Pass, Marble Mountains

Climb through five marble peaks and explore a 16th-century trading port in one morning

A private tour from Chan May port to Hoi An Ancient Town, stopping at Hai Van Pass and the Marble Mountains, with a local English-speaking guide, lunch at a local restaurant and air-conditioned transport. The itinerary includes the Non-Nuoc stone carving village, the Water marble's Heaven Gate viewpoint, and Hoi An's historical sites: the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky Old House, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and the central market. Lunch features five dishes. Bottled water is provided throughout. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Hai Van Pass, Marble Mountains, Hoi An

• Stop at Hai Van Pass for photos
• Visit Non-Nuoc stone carving village
• Climb Marble Mountains and explore caves
• Climb to Heaven Gate for panoramic views
• Explore ancient pagodas in Marble Mountains
• Have lunch with 5 local dishes in Hoi An
• Explore Hoi An Ancient Town with expert
• Visit silkworm factory and Japanese Covered Bridge
• See Tan Ky Old House and Phuc Kien Assembly Hall
• Visit Hoi An central market and Quan Cong Temple

The experience

The route starts at Hai Van Pass, a mountain crossing with views over the coast, then descends to the Marble Mountains: five limestone peaks named for the elements (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) that shaped Vietnamese cosmology. You'll visit the Non-Nuoc stone carving village to watch artisans at work, then climb the Water marble to explore caves holding Buddha sculptures carved in the 4th century. The Heaven Gate staircase leads to the peak, where the panorama opens across Da Nang city and the Hoi An valley below.

Hoi An Ancient Town was a major port on the Silk Road from the 16th century onward, and the narrow streets still hold that history. You'll walk past the Japanese Covered Bridge, step into the Tan Ky Old House and the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, visit the silkworm factory to see how locals produce silk, and browse the central market. Lunch comes at a local restaurant in the town itself: five dishes, no separate charge. The guide is a local expert who speaks English and can explain the customs and daily life you're moving through, not just the landmarks.

Transport is air-conditioned and pickup is included from your hotel or port. The tour runs five to seven hours depending on pace and how long you linger at each stop. Water and all taxes are covered. Gratuities are optional. The operator lists no hidden costs.

What’s included

• Bottled water throughout the day.
• all taxes and fees.
• air-conditioned vehicle with professional local English-speaking guide.
• lunch with five dishes at a local Hoi An restaurant.
• pickup from your hotel or port.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 06:30, 07:00, 08:00 and 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 60 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (2 to 4 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Hoi An Private Car

Is this one for you?The tour involves climbing stairs and walking through town, so it moves at a moderate pace with time to rest at each stop. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the operator provides specialized infant seats and confirms the itinerary suits all fitness levels.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (2 to 4 years).

What are the Marble Mountains and what will I actually do there?

The Marble Mountains are five limestone peaks representing the five elements of the universe. You'll climb the Water marble to explore 4th-century Buddha caves, visit the Non-Nuoc stone carving village to watch artisans shape marble and stone, and ascend the Heaven Gate staircase to the peak for panoramic views of Da Nang and Hoi An.

How much walking and climbing is involved in this tour?

The tour includes climbing stairs to reach the caves and the Heaven Gate peak on the Water marble, and walking through the streets and sites of Hoi An Ancient Town. The operator rates it suitable for all fitness levels, and the pace is set by the group.

What historical sites will I see in Hoi An?

Hoi An Ancient Town includes the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Tan Ky Old House, the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, and the central market. You'll also visit the silkworm factory to learn how locals produce silk, and explore the town with a local guide who explains its role as a Silk Road trading port from the 16th century.

Is lunch included, and what will I eat?

Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Hoi An Ancient Town and consists of five dishes. Drinks during lunch can be added at checkout if you choose that option.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel or port?

Yes, pickup is included from your hotel or Chan May port. Transport is in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional local guide.