Da Nang: Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Day Trip & Buffet Lunch

Summary

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You’ll ride Vietnam’s record-setting cable car to Ba Na Hills, walk across the famous Golden Bridge held by giant stone hands, explore quirky French Village streets, and share laughs over a buffet lunch with locals—all guided by someone who knows these mountains inside out. Expect moments of quiet awe mixed with lively chaos—and maybe bring an appetite for surprises.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed as we wound out of Da Nang was how the city noise faded and the air shifted—cooler, even a bit misty, with that faint green smell you only get in the countryside. Our guide, Minh, had this easy way of pointing out small things—like how folks still hang laundry on bamboo poles here or why the dragon bridge spits fire on weekends (I still don’t totally get it). The drive up to Ba Na Hills felt quick, maybe because I was half-distracted by all the little roadside shrines and scooters zipping past us. By the time we reached the cable car station, my stomach was already doing flips—not from nerves, but just excitement mixed with hunger. I’d heard about this “longest cable car in the world” thing but didn’t expect it to actually feel so high up. Clouds drifted right under our feet.

That first glimpse of the Golden Bridge is weirdly surreal—giant stone hands just holding up this gold ribbon in the sky. Minh told us a legend about mountain gods and protection; honestly, I was too busy gawking at how people kept stopping for photos every two meters. The air up there is thinner and cooler, almost sweet-smelling from all those flower gardens nearby. A little girl tried to feed me some dried mango her mom packed (I said yes—tart and chewy), and then we wandered into French Village. It’s kind of kitschy but charming in its own way—cobblestones, pastel buildings, a guy playing accordion near a café where someone’s dog barked at pigeons.

Lunch was a noisy affair—buffet style with locals piling plates high and everyone talking over each other in Vietnamese and English and bits of French. There’s something comforting about that chaos. I tried some weird purple dessert (yam? taro?) and watched Minh laugh with one of the kitchen staff about how tourists always ask for “just a little chili” but end up sweating buckets anyway. Afterward, some folks went straight for Fantasy Park rides—I wandered instead to Linh Ung Pagoda for a minute alone by that huge Buddha statue. The silence there feels different than anywhere else on Ba Na Hills; it’s heavy but sort of peaceful.

I still think about that view from the cable car down—the whole valley stretched out below, clouds snagging on pine trees, someone humming quietly behind me. We got dropped back at our hotel just before sunset. My legs were tired but my head felt oddly light—maybe too much fresh air or just everything sinking in slowly. If you’re looking for a day trip from Da Nang that’s more than just ticking boxes… well, this one stuck with me longer than I expected.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full day Ba Na Hills exploration

• Pick up from Da Nang hotel
• Drive to Ba Na Hills
• Ride record-breaking cable car
• Visit Golden Bridge and admire views
• Explore Le Jardin D’Amour and Linh Ung Pagoda
• See Tinh Tam Garden and Old Villas
• Visit Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion
• Take cable car to Nui Chua Peak and French Village
• Enjoy buffet lunch at Ba Na Hills
• Experience rides and games at Fantasy Park
• Visit Wax Museum and watch Carnival Show
• Return by cable car and bus to hotel

Top questions

How long does the Ba Na Hills day trip from Da Nang take?

The tour lasts around 10 hours including hotel pickup and drop-off.

Is lunch included on the Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge tour?

Yes, a buffet lunch with vegetarian options is included if you book that option.

Are tickets for the cable car included?

If you select the option with cable car tickets during booking, they are included.

Is hotel pickup provided for this tour?

Yes, round-trip hotel transfers are included for Da Nang city center hotels.

Can children join this Ba Na Hills day trip?

Yes, children can join as long as they’re accompanied by an adult; pricing depends on height.

What attractions are visited during this day trip?

You’ll visit Golden Bridge, French Village, Fantasy Park amusement park, Linh Ung Pagoda and gardens.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is wheelchair accessible according to tour details.

What should I wear or bring for Ba Na Hills?

The weather can change quickly; bring layers and check forecast before your trip.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel pickup in Da Nang city center by air-conditioned bus or coach with safe driver; entry fees for Ba Na Hills attractions like Golden Bridge and Fantasy Park (if selected); return cable car tickets (if selected); an English-speaking local guide sharing stories along the way; bottled water; travel insurance; plus a buffet lunch featuring over 100 dishes including vegetarian options before returning to your hotel in the evening.