Da Nang & Hoi An tour: Marble Mountains, beach, ancient town

Five limestone peaks, a 20-mile beach, and a town frozen in the 1700s: all in one morning and afternoon

A small-group tour of Da Nang and Hoi An departing from Chan May or Tien Sa cruise port, with an English-speaking guide, private air-conditioned van, and eight to nine hours on the ground. You swim at My Khe Beach, climb 156 stone stairs to a Buddhist temple atop Marble Mountains, walk the Old Quarter past Chinese assembly halls and the Japanese covered bridge, and eat lunch of White Rose dumplings, Cao Lau noodles and Vietnamese baguette. Pickup and return timing are set to get you back before your ship departs. Gratuities for your guide and driver are optional at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. My Khe Beach1h
2. Marble Mountains2h · entry included
3. Hoi An Ancient Town3h · entry included
4. Dragon Bridgepass by

Da Nang and Hoi An sightseeing tour

• Meet guide at arrival port
• Drive along scenic Da Nang beach
• Visit and photograph My Khe Beach
• Explore Marble Mountains and Buddhist temple
• Walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town
• Sample local specialties for lunch
• Visit Reaching Out Tea House
• Shop and explore Hoi An town
• Drive through Da Nang City and over Dragon Bridge
• Return to cruise ship

The experience

Your guide meets you at the port and drives you along the Da Nang coast in a private, air-conditioned van to My Khe Beach, a 20-mile stretch of white sand where you can wade in and take photos. From there you head to Marble Mountains: five limestone peaks named for the elements (Water, Wood, Fire, Metal, Earth), and climb the 156 stone stairs to a Buddhist temple at the summit of Thuy Son, the water mountain. The climb is steady but manageable, and the temple and views are the reason people come.

The afternoon centers on Hoi An, a 17th-century town that has kept its architecture and layout intact. A walking tour takes you past historic buildings, Chinese assembly halls, family chapels, and museums, ending at the 18th-century Japanese covered bridge. Lunch happens during the tour: White Rose (shrimp and pork dumplings), Fried Wonton, Cao Lau noodles, and Vietnamese baguette, and you can request dietary accommodations if you book ahead. After eating, you have time to explore the town and shop, or rest at Reaching Out Tea House, a café run by staff with hearing and speech impediments. If the schedule allows, your guide drives you through Da Nang city and over Dragon Bridge on the way back to the port.

The van is air-conditioned, water is unlimited, and the guide speaks English throughout. You'll need to dress respectfully (knees and shoulders covered) especially at the temple. Bring sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and a light jacket or flashlight if you're sensitive to the temple's dim interior. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in a pram or specialized seat.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned van.
• English-speaking guide.
• pickup and return to your cruise port.
• unlimited bottled water.
• lunch with local specialties and dietary accommodation on request.
• all taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

Collection from Tien Sa PortGuide in English · 7 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 09:00Port permit is included, letting your guide and driver collect you from and return you directly to the ship. Money-back guarantee. High-quality services. Duration: 9 hours. 8-course Vietnamese lunch. Air-conditioned vehicle. Drop-off is included. Pickup is included.

Collection from Chan May PortGuide in English · 7 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 20:30Port permit is included, letting your guide and driver collect you from and return you directly to the ship. Money-back guarantee. High-quality services. Duration: 9 hours. 8-course Vietnamese lunch. Air-conditioned vehicle. Drop-off is included. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 20:30

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.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 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MAIKA TOURS

Is this one for you?Choose your port at checkout (Chan May or Tien Sa) based on where your ship docks. The eight to nine hour timeframe fits a full day between morning arrival and evening departure, so you see four distinct stops without rushing any one of them.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

How do I get picked up from my cruise ship?

Your guide waits for you at your arrival port: either Chan May or Tien Sa, depending on which one you choose at checkout. You'll ride in the private van from there, and the return is timed so you're back in time for your ship's departure.

What is Marble Mountains actually like to visit?

Marble Mountains are five limestone peaks representing the five elements. You climb 156 stone stairs to reach a Buddhist temple at the summit of Thuy Son (the Water mountain), where you get views and photo opportunities of the peaks and the surrounding landscape.

What will I eat for lunch in Hoi An?

Lunch includes local Hoi An specialties: White Rose (shrimp and pork dumplings), Fried Wonton, Cao Lau noodles, and Vietnamese baguette. If you have dietary requirements, let the operator know when you book and they'll arrange alternatives.

How much time do I spend walking in Hoi An?

The walking tour of the Old Quarter takes you past historic buildings, assembly halls, chapels, museums, and the Japanese covered bridge. After the tour and lunch, you have free time to explore the town, shop, or rest at a tea house. The exact balance depends on the day's pace.

What should I bring for this tour?

Bring sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and a light jacket. A flashlight is useful if you're sensitive to dim light inside the temple. Wear clothes that cover your knees and shoulders, especially at the temple and in Hoi An's sacred sites.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility challenges?

The van and transportation are wheelchair accessible. The Marble Mountains climb involves 156 stone stairs, so it's not accessible for wheelchair users, but the rest of the tour (the beach, Hoi An's walking streets, and the van rides) is manageable for most fitness levels. Infants can ride in a pram or specialized seat.