Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour
Hoi An, Vietnam

Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $86
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59/100

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5.0/5

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Is Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour worth booking?

Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour is a 5-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $86 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
5 hours
From
$86 per person

TOUR PROGRAM : 15:00p.m: Our Tour guide pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang City. Then, Transfer to Marble Mountains consisting of five marble and limestone hills – the five mountains are named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. You will be rewarded by the great city and ocean view and explore the natural caves, discovering the many hidden secrets of this amazing place and visit the holy pagoda. Next,Depart to Hoi An Ancient Town. You will have dinner with local dishes .Visit Japanese Bridgen considered as a symbol of Hoi An.You go to the night market and see the lovely lanterns that Hoi An is famous for, 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, Have some freetime or You Take Riverboat Ride on Hoai River on Your Own fee If You want, Finish and We send you back Hotel.

What you get

    About this experience

    TOUR PROGRAM : 15:00p.m: Our Tour guide pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang City. Then, Transfer to Marble Mountains consisting of five marble and limestone hills – the five mountains are named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. You will be rewarded by the great city and ocean view and explore the natural caves, discovering the many hidden secrets of this amazing place and visit the holy pagoda. Next,Depart to Hoi An Ancient Town. You will have dinner with local dishes .Visit Japanese Bridgen considered as a symbol of Hoi An.You go to the night market and see the lovely lanterns that Hoi An is famous for, 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, Have some freetime or You Take Riverboat Ride on Hoai River on Your Own fee If You want, Finish and We send you back Hotel.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private Car or Minivan
    • Dinner with Local Food
    • Entrance Ticket & Elevator Ticket at Marble Mountain
    • Bottled water
    • English Speaking Tourguide

    Not included

    • Drinks & Personal Expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Marble Mountains

      Visit the holy pagodas and explore the natural caves where used to be a hospital to treat Vietnamese wounded soldiers and Viet Cong hiding during America war – Enjoy the stunning views from summit of mountain and admire a cluster of 5 small mountains following 5 important elements of universe : water fire, wood, earth and metal. – Visit the family Traditional Marble Handicraft carving at marble village to experience how local people are so skillful.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Hoi An Ancient Town

      you will have a chance to go to the night market and see the lovely lanterns that Hoi An is famous for, shop or just wander the Old Town

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Hoi An Night Market

      go to the night market and see the lovely lanterns that Hoi An is famous for, shop or just wander the Old Town

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Private Tourguides in Da Nang Hoi An Hue

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • 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 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

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

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Good for families

    1 mention

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    OnHols5 · April 2025

    Great Tour with an exceptional Tour Guide!

    This tour was amazing only because of our tour guide Chiang. She spoke excellent English and knowledge and history about all the sites we visited was extraordinary. Hoi An is amazing and definitely worth a visit, even for a short while. Chiang ensured we got the best out the day, exploring everything in great detail. She also recommended an excellent Vietnamese restaurant, with great food for vegetarians . If you need a good English speaking tour guide, please ask for Chiang, you won't be disappointed. Thank you Chiang for making our visit to Vietnam so memorable. We will definitely be back to visit again in the future.

    via Tripadvisor

    IainC849 · May 2024

    Marble Mountains and Hoi An - don’t miss this great experience!

    We were picked up by our guide Mr Kong from our hotel and taken to Water Mountain for the first part of the tour. During our short journey there he took care to guide us an overview of the whole trip, what to expect and to check we were happy with everything. Although the Water Mountain element starts with an elevator up, there are parts to it which could be too much for those with limited mobility. Mr Kong took care, before starting any such element, to check we were okay with it. We were (!), so we had a wonderful hour or so exploring the mountain and caves and learning about the history behind them, most recently of course during the Vietnam / US conflict. It was fascinating, and Mr Kong proved to be both very knowledgeable, but also highly engaging. The time just flew! Off then to Hoi An, just 20 minutes away, where we started by eating the most delicious street food, before walking into the old town ( A UNESCO Heritage Site) just as the light was fading. It was wonderful, so vibrant, but at the same time ‘old fashioned’, with the streets lit up with coloured lights and tiny shop after shop selling goods, coffee or food. And what a surprise when we got to the river to see it lit up by the many small boats going backwards and forward with their happy passengers. throughout it all, Mr Kong gave us information and background about everything we saw. Overall, I rate this trip very highly. Mr King was an excellent guide, but also the whole organisation of the trip was first class, with great communications from the moment we booked till just before departure. If you haven’t guessed, I recommend it!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Gillian L · November 2023

    Wonderful hoi an trip with a stop off at marble mountain

    Great trip, was nice to see marble mountain and get a tour, but finishing in hoi an was excellent, nice walking tour to get a feel for the place and learn the history, boat ride was beautiful. We went for a meal after the boat ride and was recommended the restaurant from the tour guide. A highlight of our trip to Danang

    via Tripadvisor

    antoniogF1036KI · July 2023

    Best tour ever

    The tour was amazing. The old town is was beautiful. Our tour guide Mr Kong was great. He was very knowledgeable of the area, the history and the best places to see. He was also very flexible to cater for what we were interested in and the fact that we had two small kids. I would really recommend this tour as a way of getting a full experience of the Hoi An Town

    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
    Mon, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Private Tourguides in Da Nang Hoi An Hue, who run 69 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.5.

    See everything Private Tourguides in Da Nang Hoi An Hue runs

    Why this scores 59

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)26
    Booking momentum (14% weight)14
    Value for money (12% weight)34
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.

    How much does Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoi An 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 & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour 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 Hoi An is not rushed.

    Is Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour?

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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 & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour 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 & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour?

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    Around 1 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 Hoi An 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 Hoi An and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour 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 Hoi An 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 Hoi An?

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    On Outty we rank every Hoi An experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local, Hai Van Pass Motorbike Private Tour with Mister T Easy Rider, Hoi An Eco Tour Cooking Class & Fishing (Local market,basket boat,learn cooking). 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 Hoi An?

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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 Hoi An?

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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 & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour?

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    Included: Private Car or Minivan; Dinner with Local Food; Entrance Ticket & Elevator Ticket at Marble Mountain; Bottled water; and English Speaking Tourguide. Not included: Drinks & Personal Expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 222 listed pickup locations in and around Hoi An. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour offered in?

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    It runs in 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 & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour?

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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 & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Marble Mountain & Hoi An Ancient City - Afternoon & Evening Tour?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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