Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour from Hue to Hoi An: Open-Top Army Jeep

Cross Hai Van Pass in a restored Army Jeep, stopping at five landmarks between Hue and the coast.

A full-day Jeep tour from Hue to Hoi An via Hai Van Pass uses a restored open-top Army Jeep to cross the mountain pass and visit Thanh Toan Bridge, a fishing village on Tam Giang Lagoon, Nhi Ho Waterfall, Lang Co Beach and Marble Mountain. An English-speaking driver guides the route, which takes six to eight hours and includes lunch, entry tickets and water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Thanh Toan Bridge30m · entry included
2. Tam Giang Lagoon20m
3. Marble Mountains30m · entry included

Jeep tour from Hue to Hoi An

• Visit Thanh Toan Bridge
• Explore local fishing village
• Relax at Nhi Ho Waterfall
• Lunch at Lang Co Beach
• Drive through Hai Van Pass
• Visit Marble Mountain

The experience

The day starts in an open-top Jeep that climbs toward Hai Van Pass, the dramatic mountain boundary between Hue and Da Nang. Before the pass, you stop at Thanh Toan Bridge, a historic wooden structure about five kilometers from Hue set among golden rice fields, then continue to a local fishing village on Tam Giang Lagoon where you see traditional boats and the daily rhythms of the water. Nhi Ho Waterfall comes next: a natural pool fed by mountain streams where you can swim and rest in the shade before heading to Lang Co Beach, where you have time for lunch at one of the seafood restaurants lining the sand.

The Jeep takes you up the winding roads of Hai Van Pass itself, where you stop at the top to photograph the coastline and the layered green mountains falling away below. The pass marks the old boundary between kingdoms and still feels like a threshold: the road narrows, the air cools, and the views open in both directions. After crossing, a private car picks you up at Hai Van Gate and drives to Marble Mountain in Da Nang, where you explore the caves and tunnels carved into the five peaks that represent the classical elements. The driver then takes you to your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An.

What’s included

• English-speaking driver.
• entry tickets to the attractions.
• one bottle of water per person.
• lunch at Lang Co Beach.
• car transfer from Hai Van Gate to Marble Mountain and your hotel.
• and the open-top Army Jeep ride itself for the mountain crossing.

Options for this experience

3 options

Jeep tour for groups: Hue to Hoi An / Da Nang via Hai Van PassGuide in English · 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00Includes pickup

Via Ghost City and Hai Van PassGuide in English · 08:00 and 08:30Hue to Hoi An via Ghost City: Begin in Hue with an open-top jeep, crossing Thanh Toan Bridge, Ghost City, Tu Hien Bridge, Mo Waterfall, Lang Co and Hai Van Pass, ending at Turtle Stone and then Hoi An. Jeep and car: the jeep picks you up from your Hue hotel and drives to Hai Van Pass; a car picks you up at Hai Van Pass and drops you at your Hoi An hotel. Pickup is included.

Via Hai Van Pass and Ghost CityGuide in English · 08:00 and 08:30Hoi An to Hue via Hai Van Pass: Starting in Hoi An, pass Turtle Stone, Hai Van Pass, Lang Co, Mo Waterfall, Tu Hien Bridge, Ghost City and Thanh Toan Bridge before arriving in Hue. Car and jeep: a car collects you from your Hoi An hotel and takes you to Hai Van Pass; a jeep picks you up there and drops you at your Hue hotel. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

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

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Brothers Travel

Is this one for you?The Jeep portion ends at Hai Van Pass, where you switch to a private car for Marble Mountain and your hotel drop-off, so the tour suits travelers who want the thrill of the mountain pass and the open-air ride without a full day in the Jeep. If you prefer to stay in the Jeep the entire way or want to skip Marble Mountain, check the other options available for this route.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What is Thanh Toan Bridge and why is it worth stopping there?

Thanh Toan Bridge is a historic wooden bridge near Hue celebrated for its traditional architecture, set in a rural landscape of golden rice fields about five kilometers from the city. It offers a glimpse into local life and a chance to photograph the intricate design before the Jeep continues toward the pass.

Can I swim at Nhi Ho Waterfall?

Yes, Nhi Ho Waterfall has a natural pool where you can swim and cool off in the refreshing mountain water, with time to rest in the serene surroundings before the tour continues to Lang Co Beach.

What happens at Hai Van Pass itself?

At the top of Hai Van Pass, the Jeep stops so you can get out, take photographs of the panoramic views of the coastline and verdant landscapes, and stand at the old boundary between Hue and Da Nang before descending toward the coast.

Do I arrange my own lunch, or is it provided?

Lunch is included in the tour price, and you eat at one of the local seafood restaurants at Lang Co Beach where you can enjoy fresh fish and coastal views at your own pace.

What is Marble Mountain and what will I see there?

Marble Mountain, also called Non Nuoc, is a cluster of five peaks in Da Nang that represent the classical elements: metal, wood, water, fire and earth. The mountains contain intricate cave systems and tunnels that played a role in the Vietnamese Revolution, which you explore after the Jeep portion of the tour ends.