7:30 – 8:00 am: We’ll pick you up at the hotel in Hoi An and transfer you to Da Nang city (around 30km).
8:30 am: Visit your first stop, Monkey Mountain. A giant Lady Buddha statue stands against a stunning backdrop of mountains and an expansive bonsai garden. Enjoy a gentle walk through this “heavenly garden,” listening to engaging stories while feeling the fresh sea breeze.
10:15 am: Arrive in Marble Mountains and stop for a walk along the site to see local factories of stone sculptures - the most impressive handicrafts village in Da Nang.
Climb to the summit of the Marble Mountains (elevator optional) to see beautiful 19th-century pagodas built during Vietnam’s last dynasty and explore Huyền Không and Tàng Chơn Caves.
11:30 am: Continue to Âm Phủ Cave, the largest and most fascinating cave in the complex. Learn about Buddhist philosophy and take photos of its remarkable natural formations.
12:00 pm: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, featuring authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
1:00 pm: Transfer back to Hoi An for drop-off and pick-up of travelers, then depart for My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
2:30 pm: At My Son, spend about 2 hours exploring the sanctuary with a local English-speaking guide, gaining insights into the history and culture of the ancient Champa civilization. Stroll among centuries-old temples, admire their unique architecture, and enjoy a captivating traditional Champa dance performance (Apsara Dance).
4:30 – 5:00 pm: Return to the minivan and head to the wharf for a sunset boat trip back to Hoi An along the Thu Bon River, enjoying the cool breeze, riverside views, and Vietnamese banh mi during the boat trip.
6:00 – 6:30 pm: Arrive in Hoi An and drop-off at your hotel. Tour ends.