Caves lit by shafts of sunlight, pagodas carved into rock, a cave built to look like the underworld, and a 67-metre Lady Buddha looking out over the sea. This Marble Mountain from Hoi An tour covers the natural and spiritual highlights of Da Nang in half a day, with hotel pick-up, an English-speaking guide and entrance fees included. Choose the morning tour with a local family lunch or the shorter afternoon tour.
| Tour type | Half-day guided tour with hotel pick-up |
|---|---|
| Options | Morning 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM (with lunch) or afternoon 3:00 – 7:30 PM |
| Stops | Marble Mountains, Am Phu Cave (morning), Son Tra / Monkey Mountain, Linh Ung Pagoda |
| Price | From $20 per adult |
| Children | Child price for ages 5–9; under 4 free |
| Note | Many stairs; not suitable for weak knees |
Why Visit Marble Mountain from Hoi An?
- Beautiful caves, pagodas and temples inside the Marble Mountains.
- Climb to the top for a view over the coastal city.
- See the giant Lady Buddha statue at Linh Ung Pagoda on the Son Tra Peninsula.
- Enjoy views of Son Tra and, with luck, spot monkeys in their natural habitat.
- Easy logistics: pick-up and drop-off at your hotel.
Marble Mountain from Hoi An: Packages and Prices
| Package | Time | Adult | Child (5–9) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning tour with lunch Marble Mountains, Am Phu Cave, Monkey Mountain | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM | $22 / person | $17 / child |
| Afternoon tour Marble Mountains, Monkey Mountain | 3:00 – 7:30 PM | $20 / person | $15 / child |
- Included: hotel pick-up and drop-off, English-speaking guide, entrance fees, water, Vietnamese lunch (morning tour only)
Morning Tour Itinerary (8:00 AM – 2:30 PM)
Marble Mountain from Hoi An: The Highlights
Marble Mountains
- Pick-up at around 8 AM from your hotel lobby; about an hour’s drive to the first stop.
- Marble Mountains: a couple of hours exploring the caves, tunnels and pagodas of Thuy Son (Water Mountain).
- Lunch with a local family.
- Am Phu Cave: the “Hell Cave”, with scenes that teach Buddhist ideas about karma and doing good in life.
- Monkey Mountain (Son Tra): panoramic views of Da Nang and a visit to Linh Ung Pagoda and its Lady Buddha.
- Back at your hotel around 2:30 PM.
Afternoon Tour Itinerary (3:00 – 7:30 PM)
- Pick-up at around 3 PM from your hotel lobby.
- Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son): the five limestone and marble hills.
- Monkey Mountain: city views, Linh Ung Pagoda and the Lady Buddha.
- Back at your hotel around 7:30 PM.
Five limestone and marble hills rise abruptly from the coastal plain, each named after an element: metal, wood, water, fire and earth. Thuy Son, the largest, is full of caves and grottoes used for centuries as places of worship, with a pagoda offering views across the area.
Am Phu Cave
Designed as a journey through the underworld, the dim passages are filled with statues showing judgement and punishment. Your guide explains how the scenes relate to Buddhist teachings on karma and the afterlife.
Monkey Mountain and Linh Ung Pagoda
The Son Tra Peninsula is a forested haven for wildlife, including the endangered red-shanked douc langur. Linh Ung Pagoda here is famous for its 67-metre statue of the Goddess of Mercy, visible across Da Nang and a symbol of protection for local fishermen.
Morning or Afternoon: Visiting Marble Mountain from Hoi An
Both options take you to Marble Mountain from Hoi An with hotel pick-up and a guide. Choose the morning tour if you want the most complete visit: it adds lunch with a local family and Am Phu Cave, the atmospheric “Hell Cave”. Choose the afternoon tour if you prefer a lie-in; it is shorter, costs a little less and ends with views over Da Nang in the late light.
Tips for Visiting Marble Mountain from Hoi An
- Wear shoes with good grip. The stone steps and cave floors can be slippery, and there are many stairs.
- Dress respectfully. Cover shoulders and knees in the pagodas and caves.
- Bring a small torch or use your phone light in the darker parts of the caves.
- Look up at Son Tra. Monkeys are often seen in the trees; don’t feed them.
A Little History of the Marble Mountains
The five hills of the Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son) rise from the flat coastal plain south of Da Nang. For centuries their caves have been used as Buddhist and Hindu shrines, and the stone-carving village at their foot still produces marble statues today. Visiting Marble Mountain from Hoi An takes about an hour by road, which makes it an easy half-day trip.
Not for weak knees: the Marble Mountain from Hoi An tour involves a lot of stairs. Let us know if anyone in your group has limited mobility and we will suggest a better option.
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- More spiritual sites: temples in Hoi An.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Marble Mountain tour from Hoi An?
The morning tour with lunch is $22 per adult and $17 per child (5–9). The afternoon tour is $20 per adult and $15 per child. Children under 4 are free.
What is the difference between the morning and afternoon tour?
The morning tour (8:00 AM – 2:30 PM) includes lunch with a local family and Am Phu Cave. The afternoon tour (3:00 – 7:30 PM) visits the Marble Mountains and Monkey Mountain without lunch.
Is the tour suitable for everyone?
There are many stairs at the Marble Mountains, so the tour is not recommended for people with weak knees.
What is included?
Hotel pick-up and drop-off, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, water, and lunch on the morning tour.
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