Chan May Port tour: Da Nang Hoi An Dragon Bridge basket boats

Row a basket boat through Cam Thanh's coconut waterways, then explore a UNESCO town on foot

A private guided tour departing from Chan May Port that takes in Da Nang's landmarks, the Hai Van Pass coastal route, and Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The itinerary includes a traditional basket boat ride through Cam Thanh Water Coconut Village, stops at the Dragon Bridge and Love Lock Bridge in Da Nang, and a walk through Hoi An's narrow streets lined with Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European architecture. Lunch and bottled water are included. The guide speaks English and pickup is arranged.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hoi An Ancient Town4h · entry included
2. Love Lock Bridge Da Nang30m
3. Dragon Bridge30m

Da Nang and Hoi An private tour

• Witness Lap An Lagoon scenery
• Drive scenic Hai Van Pass
• Row basket boat in Cam Thanh Village
• Explore Hoi An Old Town streets
• Visit Love Lock Bridge
• See illuminated Dragon Bridge

The experience

The day starts with a scenic drive along the Hai Van Pass, a coastal route that winds through rolling mountains with views of the sea. You'll pass Lap An Lagoon nestled in the hills before arriving at Cam Thanh Water Coconut Village, where a local boatman helps you into a traditional basket boat. The narrow waterways lined with coconut trees are quiet enough to hear the water lap against the boat's sides as you drift through them.

After the village, the tour moves into Da Nang proper. The Dragon Bridge, completed in 2013, stretches across the Han River with a dragon-shaped structure that connects the city center to the eastern side. The Love Lock Bridge offers a quieter moment to add a padlock if you choose. Both stops let you step out and photograph without a fixed schedule pushing you along.

Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, takes up the final stretch. The narrow streets hold buildings that blend Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European influences, each one preserved from centuries of trade. You walk at your own pace through them, with your guide available to explain what you're standing in front of. Lunch is included somewhere in the day, and the air-conditioned vehicle waits whenever you need it.

What’s included

• Bottled water throughout the day.
• lunch.
• all fees and taxes.
• air-conditioned vehicle with pickup from Chan May Port.
• English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (6 to 16 years) · Child (2 to 5 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Book this if you're docking at Chan May and want to see both Da Nang's modern sites and a UNESCO heritage town in one trip. The private vehicle means you control the pace and can adjust stops to match your interests.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 16 years); Child (2 to 5 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the basket boat ride actually like at Cam Thanh Water Coconut Village?

A local boatman rows you through narrow waterways lined with coconut trees in a traditional woven basket boat. The ride is slow and peaceful, letting you see the village's daily life and take photographs of the landscape without rushing.

How much time do I spend walking around Hoi An Ancient Town?

Hoi An Ancient Town is the final major stop on the tour, and you explore its narrow streets on foot at your own pace with your guide. The UNESCO site's architecture (a mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European styles) is the focus of this part of the day.

Does the tour include the Hai Van Pass?

Yes, the Hai Van Pass is part of the scenic coastal drive from Chan May Port toward Hoi An. You travel through it by vehicle, with views of rolling mountains and the sea, and can stop to photograph if you wish.

What does lunch include, and when does it happen?

Lunch is included in the tour price. The timing and specific menu depend on your guide's recommendations and your group's preferences, which can be customized before the day begins.

Can I visit the Dragon Bridge and Love Lock Bridge on this tour?

Both the Dragon Bridge and Love Lock Bridge in Da Nang are stops on the itinerary. The Dragon Bridge, an iconic landmark completed in 2013, stretches across the Han River with a distinctive dragon shape. The Love Lock Bridge is a quieter spot where couples often add padlocks.

Is the tour private, or will I be sharing with other travelers?

This is a private tour, so the vehicle and guide are reserved for your group. The itinerary can be customized to match your interests and pace.