Full-day HOI AN CITY TOUR & MY SON SANCTUARY from DA NANG

Summary

Start with 7:15am pickup at your hotel in Da Nang, then begin the 33-mile (53-km) trip to My Son Sanctuary in a comfortable vehicle. The UNESCO-listed site was constructed between the 7th and the 13th centuries, with dozens of red brick towers and sanctuaries scattered through a scenic valley. This was the heart of the Champa Kingdom for most of its existence, and many of the landmarks recall the Champa people’s Hindu beliefs. Following the guided tour of My Son Sanctuary, continue to Hoi An for lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you’ll discover the Hoi An Ancient City—the second UNESCO Site of the day—on a guided walking tour. Soak up the historic atmosphere of the former trading port and visit the vibrant local market, the Ancient House, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and an 18th-century covered bridge built in Japanese style. Hoi An is also a growing hub of textile manufacture, and you have the option to see where residents tend silkworms and weave fine-quality silk fabric from the cocoons they produce. This 8-hour tour concludes with return transfer to Da Nang, and drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

We will begin our day trip with a visit to the capital and religious center of the former Champa Kingdom, My Son, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beautifully situated in a lush green valley, there are dozen of red brick towers and sanctuaries dating from between the 7th and 13th century. It presents a vivid picture of spiritual and political life in an important phase of the history of South-East Asia. After concluding the first half of the tour, we will return to Hoi An and enjoy a delicious lunch.  In the afternoon, we will discover the city of Hoi An on foot. The historic town, which used to be a prosperous seaport city from the 16th to 18th century, is now a wonderful city that cannot be missed while touring the Southeast Asian region. While walking through the city, we will make a few stop to visit Hoi An Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence; Art Craft Manufacturing Workshop and of course the must-see Japanese Covered Bridge. Mostly the houses here were designed with the Chinese, Japanese architecture. Because in accordance with the history, the Chinese, Japanese used to come here for settling down and doing business. Besides, you can recognize the Eastern and Western architectures through these ancient houses.

What’s included?

  • Bottled drinking water

  • English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)

  • Entrance fees

  • Lunch

  • Transfer and transportation as per itinerary

  • Travel insurance

  • Entry/Admission - My Son Sanctuary

  • Entry/Admission - Hoi An Ancient Town

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

  • Tips and gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Hoi An Express

About operator:

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