Da Nang city tour with sunset boat trip on Han River

The Am Phu Cave has two routes: one leads up to heaven, the other down to hell.

A six-hour Da Nang city tour with an English-speaking guide covers Marble Mountains, a stone carving village, My Khe Beach and Linh Ung Pagoda, then ends with a sunset boat trip along the Han River to see nine bridges. Hotel pickup in Da Nang or Hoi An is included, along with all entrance fees, local food tastings and drinks. Groups stay under eight people or book private.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Marble Mountains2h · entry included
2. My Khe Beachpassing by
3. Linh Ung Pagoda30m · entry included

Explore Da Nang city and sunset boat trip

• Visit Marble Mountains and caves
• See stone carving village craftsmen
• Pass by My Khe Beach
• Visit Linh Ung Pagoda and Monkey Mountain
• Explore local street food and market
• Take boat trip on Han River at night

The experience

Start with the Marble Mountains, a cluster of five limestone and marble hills carved with temples and statues. The main cave, Am Phu, splits into two passages (one representing heaven, the other hell) based on Vietnamese beliefs about the afterlife. You walk through both to see how the landscape itself tells that story. From there, the tour moves to a stone carving village where craftsmen shape large rocks by hand into handicrafts sold worldwide. You watch them work and see the finished pieces.

My Khe Beach comes next, the stretch Forbes Magazine named one of the planet's most attractive beaches. The sand is smooth and white, the water stays warm year-round, and coconut palms line the shore. You have time to walk it or sit, then head to Linh Ung Pagoda on Monkey Mountain, where the climb rewards you with views out to sea and a chance to see Buddhist pilgrims and tourists moving through the temple grounds. A guide explains the culture and history as you move through each stop.

The afternoon shifts to food. You explore a local street market to taste what people eat daily: the guide points out vendors and dishes, and you sample as you walk. Then comes the boat trip on the Han River at sunset. You're on the water as the light changes, passing under nine bridges that light up as darkness falls. The city skyline reflects off the water and the guide narrates what you're seeing. The boat returns you to your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An by evening.

What’s included

• English-speaking guide throughout the day.
• entrance fees to Marble Mountains, Am Phu Cave and Linh Ung Pagoda.
• the sunset boat trip on the Han River.
• local food tastings at the street market.
• drinks and fresh fruit.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang or Hoi An.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 13:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Child (4 to 7 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Vietnamese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Stroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Pacific Boat

Is this one for you?If you're arriving in Da Nang or staying in Hoi An without a rental car, the pickup from your hotel means you don't arrange transport between stops. The guide handles the route and timing, so a full day of city sights and a sunset on the water fits into one afternoon without you building it.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Vietnamese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 7 years); Infant (under 4).

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 exactly is the Am Phu Cave and why does it have two different routes?

Am Phu Cave is the largest cave at Marble Mountains, split into two passages that represent heaven and hell according to Vietnamese beliefs about the afterlife. You walk both routes to see how the mountain's natural formations depict that spiritual concept.

Is My Khe Beach just a stop to look at, or do I have time to swim or walk on the sand?

My Khe Beach is a full stop on the itinerary where you have time to walk the shore, swim if you want, or simply sit and take in the view. The beach is known for warm water year-round and smooth white sand.

What kind of local food will I eat on this tour?

The food portion happens at a street market where you taste dishes local people eat daily. The guide shows you vendors and different foods as you walk through the market. The exact dishes depend on what is available and in season.

Does the sunset boat trip on the Han River include all nine bridges, or do we just see them from the water?

The boat trip passes under nine famous bridges on the Han River as the sun sets and the city lights come on. You see them from the water as the guide explains what you're looking at.

I'm staying in Hoi An, does the pickup still work, or is this tour only for Da Nang hotels?

Hotel pickup is included in both Da Nang and Hoi An, so the driver collects you from your accommodation in either city and returns you there at the end of the day.

How many people will be on this tour with me?

Groups are kept to a maximum of eight people, or you can book the tour private for your group alone.