Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam in Da Nang, Vietnam
Da Nang, Vietnam

Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam

Outty Ranking 53 3.1 · 7 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $32
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53/100

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3.1/5

Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam worth booking?

Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam is a 5-hour experience in Da Nang, Vietnam, from $32 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.1/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
3.1/5 (7)
Duration
5 hours
From
$32 per person

Marble Mountains is home to a network of caves, tunnels, towers and pagodas. The structures and shrines blend harmoniously with nature: Vine tendrils drip from above, frangipani and poinciana trees drop their blossoms on the stone paths... Hoi An Ancient Town still has its own distinct beauty lying in every street corner, every roof, and even in the small streets. This place has an ancient grace with features that cannot be found anywhere else. When you travel with us, you will: Have a professional, long-term guide, giving you tips to visit the most beautiful spots of Marble Mountain and Hoi An, leading the way so you can best blame the crowd. In addition, not only about Marble Mountain and Hoi An, the guide also gives you tips when traveling to Danang and Vietnam. Our car picks you up at your hotel in the center, no need to worry about extremely expensive taxi fees. Tour price includes all the services, save a lot if you book by yourself

What you get

    About this experience

    Marble Mountains is home to a network of caves, tunnels, towers and pagodas. The structures and shrines blend harmoniously with nature: Vine tendrils drip from above, frangipani and poinciana trees drop their blossoms on the stone paths... Hoi An Ancient Town still has its own distinct beauty lying in every street corner, every roof, and even in the small streets. This place has an ancient grace with features that cannot be found anywhere else. When you travel with us, you will: Have a professional, long-term guide, giving you tips to visit the most beautiful spots of Marble Mountain and Hoi An, leading the way so you can best blame the crowd. In addition, not only about Marble Mountain and Hoi An, the guide also gives you tips when traveling to Danang and Vietnam. Our car picks you up at your hotel in the center, no need to worry about extremely expensive taxi fees. Tour price includes all the services, save a lot if you book by yourself

    What's included

    Included

    • Entrance Fees for sightseeing
    • Good English Speaking Guide
    • Dinner
    • Bottled water
    • Transfer by a good-condition coach, free pick-up at Danang city center

    What you'll see and do

    1. Da Nang

      15:30-16:30 Driver and guide pick you up from your hotel.

      60 minutes here

    2. The Marble Mountains

      16:30 Visit Marble Mountain - a complex consisting of Kim (Iron Mountain), Mộc (Wood Mountain), Thủy (Water Mountain), Hỏa (Fire Mountain), Thổ (Earth Mountain) symbolizing for 5 main elements of the universe in Asia Culture. You will discover the mysterious beauty of caves combining the sacred atmosphere of Buddhism. Visiting Tam Thai Pagoda, Linh Ung Pagoda. You will admire the masterpieces of exquisite stone sculptures created by the skilful hands of artisans in Non Nuoc village at the foot of the mountain.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Hoi An Ancient Town

      18:00 Depart to Hoi An Ancient Town. You will have dinner with a lot of unique local dishes like Cao Lau, Hoanh Thanh, Banh Bao, Banh Vac … Visit Hoi An Acient town, with: Japanese Bridge: This only remain of Japanses culture is now considered as a symbol of Hoi An. Taking a walk on the street along the Hoai River, enjoy the night life of Hoi An Town. Colorful lanterns are hung on in front of the houses, across the streets and paths all around the town, which is going to make you feel peaceful, serene and want to last this walk forever. 21:00 Drop off at your hotel. End of services. Goodbye & see you again!

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    vi, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 25 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Fantastic Central

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Traveler reviews

    7 verified traveler reviews for Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Liubov_S · September 2024

    Disaster unfortunately

    Lots of different issues during our experience - unplanned bamboo shop (with extremely pushy personell to bug stuff)/factory visit, desire to skip the marble mountains (even though we went the guide didn’t want to bring us to the caves - it was not raining and it was no slippery). In the end some part of group made to some caves, but rest of group was shocked the trip to marble mountains was cut short. Food was 2 out of 5. Price is cheap, but this is very bad experience sorry.

    via Viator

    bernie_c · September 2024

    NOT A GOOD ONE

    The 20 minutes we got to spend at Marble Mountain. Was meant to be an hour but after waiting and waiting for pickup 20 minutes was all we got to see of the mountain. Had a very basic meal and then dropped a Hoi An Ancient town to basically look around and shop. If you want to see the Mountain just pay for an entry and go on your own. The same for Hoi An Ancient town. This tour actually started at 2.00pm with other tourists visiting other sites first. We were not aware of this at all. hence they were late.

    via Viator

    Ewa_K · May 2024

    Good experience

    Hoi An is a colorful and dynamic place. Great not only in the night I guess. There was one big disappointment- dinner. Meals were tasteless. Agency should choose another restaurant- there are many of them in the ancient town.

    via Viator

    Tim_D · February 2024

    Great places to visit.

    Marble Mountains and Hoi An are magnificent and amazing places to visit and well worth a trip out to see them. Unfortunately our tour wasn't the best - our guide didn't speak English well, kept walking off and leaving the group behind (20 people!), he didn't explain anything about what we were eating for dinner, left us in Hoi An to fend for ourselves and to work out what was happening, waited until the whole group rejoined the tour to let us know that they had to change buses dur to mechanical issue (not their fault but surely they could have changed buses while we were wandering around Hoi An for 90 mins) but we had to wait around for 75mins while they changed buses. Visit these two places but just get a taxi to both

    via Viator

    786amaliar · January 2024

    Delightful Da Nang: Marble Mountain, Hoi An at Night

    Marble Mountain was great, as it is unique. The cave with statues were mystical & interesting. This climb requires physically fit tourists. Hoi An (at night) is what I consider as a jewel of Da Nang. The colorful lanterns everywhere was mesmerizing. Impressive point: no policemen, no security agents needed in such a crowded place. People were, in general, well-behaved & polite.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $32 to $800,000
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Fantastic Central, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.9.

    See everything Fantastic Central runs

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)55
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)22
    Value for money (12% weight)91
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Da Nang.

    How much does Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam cost?

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    Prices start at $32 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Da Nang usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Da Nang is not rushed.

    Is Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.1/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Da Nang, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Da Nang can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Da Nang and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Da Nang within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Da Nang?

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    On Outty we rank every Da Nang experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills Small Group Tour, Easy Rider Motorbike Tour via Hai Van Pass From DaNang/HoiAn/Hue, Linh Ung Pagoda - Marble Mountains - Hoi An Ancient Town Daily Ingroup Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Da Nang?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Da Nang?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam?

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    Included: Entrance Fees for sightseeing; Good English Speaking Guide; Dinner; Bottled water; and Transfer by a good-condition coach, free pick-up at Danang city center. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 655 listed pickup locations in and around Da Nang. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam offered in?

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    It is offered in Vietnamese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Da Nang. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Marble Mountain and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour in Vietnam?

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    Across 7 reviews averaging 3.1 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, photo opportunities. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

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