Da Nang to Hoi An: Marble Mountain, Basket Boat & Lantern Tour
A perfect day trip from Da Nang: Explore the spiritual Marble Mountains, experience the fun of a basket boat ride, and immerse yourself in the glowing lanterns of Hoi An Ancient Town.
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Overview
Experience the best of Central Vietnam in one day. Start with the limestone peaks and hidden cave pagodas of Marble Mountain. Continue to the Cam Thanh Coconut Village for a traditional bamboo basket boat adventure through the waterways. Finally, walk the yellow-walled streets of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, ending your night with a magical boat ride on the Hoai River to release floating lanterns under the moonlight.
Tour Highlights
- Marble Mountain: Explore Huyen Khong Cave and enjoy panoramic views of Da Nang’s coastline
- Basket Boat Adventure: Experience the unique "boat dancing" and traditional fishing techniques at Cam Thanh village
- Hoi An Heritage: Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient houses, and colorful assembly halls
- Lantern Experience: Release a floating paper lantern on the Hoai River for good luck
- Authentic Cuisine: Enjoy a meal featuring signature local dishes like Cao Lau or Hoanh Thanh
Detailed Itinerary
08:30 - 09:00
Pick-up from your hotel in Da Nang
09:00 - 11:30
Explore Marble Mountain: Visit Linh Ung Pagoda, Huyen Khong Cave, and Tang Chon Cave; stop by Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village
11:30 - 12:00
Transfer to Cam Thanh Coconut Village
12:00 - 13:30
Basket boat rowing experience through the water coconut forest; watch boat spinning performances
13:30 - 14:30
Lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Central Vietnamese cuisine
15:30 - 18:00
Walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town: visit Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, and Tan Ky Old House
18:00 - 19:30
Dinner and free time to explore the glowing Night Market
19:30 - 20:15
Take a traditional boat trip on the Hoai River and release floating paper lanterns
20:15 - 21:00
Return transfer to your hotel in Da Nang. Tour ends.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- A/C transportation round trip from Da Nang
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- All entrance fees (Marble Mountain, Hoi An, Coconut Village)
- Basket boat rowing fee
- Hoai River boat trip and paper lanterns
- Lunch or Dinner at a local restaurant
- Bottled mineral water
Excluded
- Elevator fee at Marble Mountain (optional)
- Beverages and drinks during meals
- Personal shopping and expenses
- Tips for guide, driver, and boat rowers
