Half-day MARBLE MOUNTAINS & LINH UNG PAGODA From HOI AN - Da Nang

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Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 3 Hrs 30 Mins
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    8:00 or 13:30
  • Return Details :
    Please provide the names and nationalities of each person joining the tour for insurance registration. If you have a special event or a celebration occurring during the trip, please provide the date .. read more
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Discover the alluring beauty of two popular sightseeing locations in Da Nang; the stunning caves, grottoes and Pagoda hidden inside Marble Mountains; and the sparkling white splendor of the 70-feet Lady Buddha statue at Linh Ung Pagoda.

Highlights:
- Climb the stone steps carved into Marble Mountains to discover caves, grottoes and a Buddhist Pagoda
- Marvel at the panoramic view from the top of the mountain
- Am Phu Cave which heads down to a very mysterious trip to hell
- Visit the stone village to watch skilled sculptors create marble products
- Travel to the tip of the peninsula where the 70-feet Lady Buddha statue dominates the Da Nang skyline
- See the sheer size and beauty of the Lady Buddha up close then learn the legend behind this patron saint of seamen
- Wander around the peaceful pagoda and its serene grounds, enjoy stunning views of Da Nang city and its long coastline

Know More about this tour


The Marble Mountains (Vietnamese: Ngu Hanh Son; literally "five elements mountains") is a popular sightseeing location in Da Nang because of its alluring beauty. Stone steps carved into the mountain lead to a Buddhist Pagoda. There are plenty of exercises going up with many steps for a beautiful view from the top of the mountain. We will then visit the stone village where the skilled local sculptors create many marble products. Then, you will go to Am Phu Cave where there is a replica of Heaven and Hell, eerie underground tunnels while listening to the clapping of bats' wings in the cave.
head to Son Tra Linh Ung Pagoda. Built under the reign of King Minh Mang in the Nguyen Dynasty (the 19th century), legend has it a Buddhist statue drifted downstream to the area and got anchored at a sandy embankment. The local villagers thought it was a good sign, so they built up a small pagoda to worship the statue. From that day, they said, the whole coastal region has been granted with good weather, no big storms or rough sea waves, while local fishermen harvesting good fishing.

Itinerary:


The Marble Mountains (Vietnamese: Ngu Hanh Son; literally "five elements mountains") is a popular sightseeing location in Da Nang because of its alluring beauty. Stone steps carved into the mountain lead to a Buddhist Pagoda. There are plenty of exercises going up with many steps for a beautiful view from the top of the mountain. We will then visit the stone village where the skilled local sculptors create many marble products. Then, you will go to Am Phu Cave where there is a replica of “Heaven and Hell”, eerie underground tunnels while listening to the clapping of bats' wings in the cave.
head to Son Tra Linh Ung Pagoda. Built under the reign of King Minh Mang in the Nguyen Dynasty (the 19th century), legend has it a Buddhist statue drifted downstream to the area and got anchored at a sandy embankment. The local villagers thought it was a good sign, so they built up a small pagoda to worship the statue. From that day, they said, the whole coastal region has been granted with good weather, no big storms or rough sea waves, while local fishermen harvesting good fishing.

Inclusions

  • Transportation with air-conditioning
  • Travel insurance
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Entrance fees
  • One way elevator at Marble Mountain
  • English speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.

Free for children 0-5 years old; 50% off for children 6-10 years old

Traveler Reviews

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  • 01-Apr-2023

    To kick off the tour, me and my partner were met by our tour guide Vinh, who arrived early at our hotel (I appreciate punctuality 🙂). We then made a stop at another hotel to collect more passengers before making our way into Danang. We were provided with ice cold water as the day was hot 🥵. The journey into Danang was a pleasant one. Vinh was very knowledgable and was able to speak on the history of the country and the areas we passed through. He also provided a breakdown of what the day entailed. Linh Ung Pagoda Our first stop was the Linh Ung Pagoda which was mind blowing! We were dropped off near the rear entrance and Vinh took us through a beautiful river passage which offered stunning views to take pictures and appreciate the scenery. From there we made our way through the Bhudda Temple (with the Sleeping Bhudda) and then onto the pagoda. We were allowed enough time to take pictures with Vinh taking some great shots! 📸 On to the Lady Bhudda. Standing at 67m tall, it really was a spectacular view! Marble Mountain Next, we stopped off at a marble shop to see how the marble statues and sculptures are crafted, before heading onto Marble Mountain. We were allowed some time to browse the shop and buy soverneirs if needed. When we reached Marble Mountain we were given the option of taking the elevator to reach the top or to go through a different cave at the bottom. We chose the elevator. FYI - please wear comfy clothes & well gripped shoes as the marble within the caves is quite slippery and there are some tight/awkward spaces to get through!! After making it through the cave (just about!) we made our way down the mountain (ALOT OF STEPS!!) and then into another cave. (We didn’t go all the way into this cave as we were still recovering from the previous one! Lol). After overcoming more steep steps (😩😩) we finally made our way to the bottom where we were met by our driver and taken back to our hotels. Positives/Improvements Overall the tour was a great experience and we couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide! We were allowed time to take in the magical wonders and take plenty of pics. We didn’t feel rushed. I would however, maybe suggest that some time is given for longer breaks. Although you have about a 15/20 min break during the trip from Linh Ung to Marble Mountain, it would have been nice to have some time to relax a little more between the different locations. Especially with Marble Mountain as it can be taxing on your fitness. And with the day being a hot one, it would have been nice to rest in the shade and have a nibble or two! The stop at the marble shop was ok and I would have purchased a small item, however, the staff were not that friendly and followed us around the store so we didn’t feel at ease when browsing.

  • 03-Dec-2022

    Vinh was a great guide and driver and we had a lovely time. He went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience! See you next time. :)

  • 14-Mar-2020

    Great to fit both these sights in half a day without rushing around. Both were equally fascinating in theur own ways. Our guide was informative and was accomodating. Nothing was rushed and she had an excellent sense of humour. Highly recommended and very genuine.

  • 02-Jan-2020

    The entire experience was amazing due in part to the guide that met us. An old war veteran that was full of surprises and told many stories about the past and the area. The personal experience that he shares with us was exemplary. I think his name was "Can"... but not sure. If anyone else recalls this gentleman's name please let me know. I am going back to Vietnam in 2020 and would like to look this man up.

  • 03-Jul-2019

    Fantastic marvel of the world. It was an enlightening experience greatly supplemented by our informative Guide. To be able to walk the paths of the ancient peoples was an emotional and rewarding experience. A must see tour.

  • 17-Jun-2019

    Enjoyed the tour, however, need to warm people that there is a lot of walking and climbing uneven steps.

  • 31-May-2019

    Fantastic marvel of the world. It was an enlightening experience greatly supplemented by our informative Guide. To be able to walk the paths of the ancient peoples was an emotional and rewarding experience. A must see tour.

  • 09-May-2019

    We were picked up at our hotel on time by our driver and guide Marble. Marble was attentive and informative during the whole tour. First we visited Monkey Mountain then followed by marble mountain. Our guide ran the tour at our pace and was very patient as my wife slowly descended the steep stairs. Would highly recommend this company and tour if you’re visiting Danag/Hoi An.

  • 23-Jan-2019

    We were picked up by our lovely tour guide from our hotel and taken first to Marble Mountain. First dropped off at a large store in hopes of us purchasing a creation made of marble to add to the already disappearing beauty of the mountains. Apparently 2 of them are almost gone because of all the mining. Then take up the mountain via elevator. Our tour guide did a marvelous job of explaining the history of things, offering to take our photos, as well as feeling when we were ready to move on to the next site. We had a spectacular time climbing up the cave to the top as well as visiting the temples inside the mountain. The hike was moderate/strenuous in difficulty, depending on fitness level. Following, we went to Monkey Mountain and the largest pagoda in Vietnam. The sites, temples, bonsai trees, and the large lady protector were all sensational. I really recommend coming up here. As mentioned before, our tour guide was spectacular. I wish I could remember his name so that I could give him a shout out and encourage his manager to pay him more ;). You know who you are!

  • 07-Jan-2019

    Our tour guide was brief and factual which is better! He gave us just enough to get a sense of the history and meaning. You spend a lot of time climbing stairs but don't let that put you off. What you see makes it all worth the while!

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