Da Nang Day Trip – Hoi An Ancient Town By Night & Lantern Boat Ride

Name: Simply Vietnam Travel
Price range: $

Group Tours

Hoi An Ancient Town
Full Day

Gallery

Duration: Full Day

Language: English

Transport: Van

Group size: 2 - max. 12

Meals: Vietnamese Lunch

Overview

Tour Duration: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the natural beauty, spiritual heritage, and authentic local life of Central Vietnam. This full-day adventure combines spectacular mountain scenery, sacred pagodas, fascinating cultural sites, and the enchanting atmosphere of Hoi An Ancient Town at night.

From the majestic Marble Mountains and peaceful Son Tra Peninsula to the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, every moment offers a chance to discover the beauty and traditions of Vietnam.

Our journey begins with a visit to the magnificent Marble Mountains, a spectacular group of five limestone and marble hills named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth.

Take your time to explore ancient Buddhist pagodas, mysterious caves, hidden shrines, and peaceful sanctuaries nestled among the mountains. Climb to scenic viewpoints and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Da Nang’s coastline and the surrounding countryside.

More than just a natural attraction, Marble Mountains is a place steeped in history and spirituality. For centuries, the mountains have served as an important center of Buddhist worship and meditation. During the Vietnam War, some of the caves were also used as shelters and field hospitals, adding another fascinating chapter to the history of this remarkable site.

Next, we head to Son Tra Peninsula, also known as Monkey Mountain, one of Da Nang’s most spectacular natural attractions.

Here, we visit the impressive Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the iconic Lady Buddha Statue, standing 67 meters tall and overlooking the sea.

From the pagoda, admire spectacular views of Da Nang City, the coastline, and the East Sea while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of this sacred destination. Surrounded by lush green forests and the sound of the sea, Son Tra offers a perfect moment to relax and connect with nature.

After exploring Da Nang’s natural and cultural treasures, we continue our journey to Hoi An Ancient Town.

As the sun begins to set, Hoi An transforms into a magical world of glowing lanterns, historic architecture, and peaceful riverside streets.

You’ll stroll through the charming lanes of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its beautifully preserved architecture and timeless atmosphere.

During your walking tour, you’ll discover some of Hoi An’s most iconic landmarks, including:

Japanese Covered Bridge
Hoi An Central Market

Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about Hoi An’s history, traditions, and cultural heritage, including the unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese influences that helped shape this remarkable trading port.

As night falls, thousands of colorful lanterns illuminate the ancient streets, creating a truly magical, fairytale-like atmosphere.

We’ll board a traditional Hoi An lantern boat and gently cruise along the Hoai River, taking in the beautiful view of the ancient town glowing beneath the night sky.

During the boat ride, you’ll also have the opportunity to release a small paper lantern onto the river—a beloved local tradition believed to bring peace, happiness, luck, and good fortune.

Take a moment to make a wish, release your lantern, and watch it gently drift along the water. It’s a simple yet meaningful experience that captures the charm and spirit of Hoi An-and a memory you’ll treasure long after your journey ends.

After enjoying the magical atmosphere of Hoi An by night, we’ll have dinner at a local restaurant before returning to hotel in Da Nang and Hoi An.

This memorable day combines nature, history, spirituality, local culture, and authentic Vietnamese experiences, making it an ideal choice for travelers who want to discover the very best of Central Vietnam in one day.

TOUR DETAILS FOR:	Da Nang Day Trip – Hoi An Ancient Town By Night & Lantern Boat Ride
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION	Da Nang and Hoi An
DEPARTURE TIME	8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
HIGHLIGHTS	Explore Marble Mountains. Visit Linh Ung Pagoda & Lady Buddha. Discover Hoi An Ancient Town. Cruise the Hoai River by lantern boat. Release a traditional paper lantern.
INCLUDED	Hotel pick-up and drop-off Professional English-speaking guide All entrance and sightseeing tickets mentioned in the itinerary Vietnamese-style lunch Dinner at a local restaurant Traditional boat ride on the Hoai River Lantern release experience
NOT INCLUDED	Additional drinks Other services not mentioned in the itinerary
What should you bring?	Hats/caps, sun cream, sunglasses, anti-insect cream Sport Shoes, clothes that cover up elbows and knees are recommended Camera

Have a look at our other tours here…

Map

From48.04 $ inc. VAT

What To Expect

0/5

0 Reviews

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

All With Photos Only

Sort by

Top Review

There are no reviews yet.

Similar Experiences

Explore My Son Sunrise & Hoi An Food Tour

Tour program: 5:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunrise visit to My Son Sanctuary
Explore Cham cultural heritage
Taste authentic Hoi An specialties
Discover local culinary gems

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From48.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An City with Food Tour & Coconut Village, Latern Making

Tour program: 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Walk around in amazing Hoi An old town
Food tasting: 5 dishes
Basket Boat ride
Latern-Making workshop

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From55.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An City Tour

Tour program: 5:30 am to 1:30 pm

Explore My Son Sanctuary.
Discover Hoi An Ancient Town.
Visit Hoi An’s iconic landmarks.
Enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From43.00 $ inc. VAT

Unesco Site My Son Sanctuary & Coconut Village

Tour program: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm

Visit My Son Sanctuary
Honorably recognized as a world heritage in 1999
Explore all temples built and rebuilt from 4th century to 13rd century
Watch traditional Cham Pa Show
Basket Boat Ride

(0 reviews)

Private Tours

From0.00 $ inc. VAT

Marble Mountains, Am Phu Cave, Monkey Mountains and Explore Hoi An City by Night

Tour program: 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Linh Ung pagoda
Highest Lady Buddha (67m) statue
Hoi An Ancient Town
Boat Trip with latern release

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From50.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore My Son Sunrise Tour & Hoi An Cuisine Experience

Tour program: 5:30 am to 11:30 am

Visit My Son Sanctuary
Honorably recognized as a world heritage in 1999
Explore all temples built and rebuilt from 4th century to 13rd century
Watch traditional Cham Pa Show
Vietnamese Cuisine Lunch

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From39.00 $ inc. VAT

Da Nang Sunset Photo Tour & Dragon Fire Show By Cruise

Tour program: 1:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Explore Marble Mountains
Ban Co Peak panoramic views
Linh Ung Pagoda & Lady Buddha
Han River night cruise
Dragon Bridge fire show (Fri–Sun)

(0 reviews)

Group Tours River Cruises

From55.00 $ inc. VAT

My Son Sanctuary – Thanh Ha Pottery – Coconut Village

Tour program: 7:30 am to 1:30 pm

Visit My Son Sanctuary
Honorably recognized as a world heritage in 1999
Explore all temples built and rebuilt from 4th century to 13rd century
Visit Pottery Village
Basket Boat Ride

(0 reviews)

Experiences Private Tours

From76.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An Walking Local Food Tour

Tour program: 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Walk around in amazing Hoi An old town
Food tasting and dinner: 8 dishes and drinks

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From28.00 $ inc. VAT

Countryside By Bike & Waterfall Rafting Adventure

Tour program: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hoi An Countryside Cycling
Organic Vegetable Village
Bamboo Basket Boat & Net Fishing
Authentic Vietnamese Lunch
Hoa Phu Thanh
Waterfall Rafting & Sliding
Zipline & Archery

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From64.94 $ inc. VAT

Da Nang Day Trip – Hoi An Ancient Town By Night & Lantern Boat Ride

Tour program: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Explore Marble Mountains.
Visit Linh Ung Pagoda & Lady Buddha.
Discover Hoi An Ancient Town.
Cruise the Hoai River by lantern boat.
Release a traditional paper lantern.

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From48.04 $ inc. VAT

Explore Marble Mountains – Lady Buddha – Da Nang Food Tour

Tour program: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Linh Ung pagoda
Highest Lady Buddha (67m) statue
Food tour in Da Nang with 6 dishes

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From56.00 $ inc. VAT

My Son Holy Land and Countryside Bicycle Private Tour

Tour program: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm

Honorably recognized as a world heritage in 1999
Explore temples from 4th to 13rd century
Traditional Cham Pa show
Bicycle ride at countryside
Scenic rural life at village

(0 reviews)

Activity Private Tours

From125.00 $ inc. VAT

Marble Mountains & Cooking Class & Han River Cruise

Tour program: 2:00m to 9:30 pm

Visit Marble Mountains
Cook 5 tradidional Vietnamese dishes
Dishes from south/middle/north Vietnam
Cruise Trip on Han River

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours River Cruises

From51.00 $ inc. VAT

On Sale

Amazing Snorkeling at Cham Island

Tour program: 08:30 am to 3:30 pm

Explore the underwater world by snorkeling
See colorful fishes and corals
Admire wonderful natural vistas from the sea
Vietnamese lunch

(0 reviews)

Activity Group Tours

69.00 $ inc. VATFrom64.00 $ inc. VAT

Discover Hoi An’s Traditional Craft Villages – Tra Que – Bay Mau – Thanh Ha – Kim Bong Village

Tour program: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Visit Tra Que herb village
Basket Boat ride at Bay Mau
Watch traditional fishing techniques
Explore Kim Bong carpentry village
Make pottery at Thanh Ha

(0 reviews)

Activity Private Tours

From0.00 $ inc. VAT

Hue City Small Group Tour From Hoi An – Da Nang

Tour program: 07:00 am to 07:30 pm

Drive across the spectacular Hai Van pass
Discover one of royal’s tomb of Khai Dinh
Explore the gorgeous Hue Citadel and the beautiful Thien Mu pogoda
Visit Thien Mu Pagoda

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From79.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore Real Countryside and Traditional Craft Villages by Bicycle Group Tour

Tour program: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Enjoy the beauty of Vietnams countryside on bicycle
See real local life
Relax near rice fields
Hands-on activities
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city

(0 reviews)

Activity Experiences Group Tours

From40.00 $ inc. VAT

My Son Early Morning Tour With Vietnamese Lunch

Tripadvisor:
“Badge of Excellence”

Tour program: 7:30 am to 1:30 pm

Visit My Son Sanctuary
Honorably recognized as a world heritage in 1999
Explore all temples built and rebuilt from 4th century to 13rd century
Watch traditional Cham Pa Show
Boat trip on Thu Bon river

(0 reviews)

Award Winner Group Tours

From25.00 $ inc. VAT

Amazing Sunset Golden Bridge & Cruise Trip on Han River

Tour program: 11:45 am to 9:30 pm

Cable Car to Ba Na Hills
Discover fantasy park
Golden Bridge
French Village
Cruise Trip on Han River

(0 reviews)

Group Tours River Cruises

From74.00 $ inc. VAT

Hue City Tour Full Day – Dragon Boat on Huong River

Tour program: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Visit the 5 must-see places to visit in Hue: Khai Dinh tomb – Thien Mu pogoda – Hue Imperial Citadel – Dong ba market – Conical Hat Village – Incense Stick-Making Village
Dragon boat trip on Huong river to Thien Mu Pagoda

(0 reviews)

Private Tours

From136.00 $ inc. VAT

Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Private Tour

Tour program: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Ba Na cable car line – is the guinness world records recognized cable car route reaches 2 guinness world records
Explore Ba Na Hill, sightseeing the panoramic views
Discover the famous bridge, the Golden Bridge

(0 reviews)

Private Tours

From129.00 $ inc. VAT

Discover Da Nang City & Authentic Food Tour

Tour program: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Explore Marble Mountains
Visit Linh Ung Pagoda & Lady Buddha
Enjoy panoramic coastal views
Taste authentic Da Nang street food
Discover hidden local neighborhoods

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From47.50 $ inc. VAT

On Sale

Afternoon Marble Mountains – Am Phu Cave – Monkey Mountains small group tour

Tripadvisor:
“Badge of Excellence”

Tour program: 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Visit Am Phu Cave (the hell cave)
Stone village watch sculptors
Linh Ung pagoda
Highest Lady Buddha (67m) statue

(1 reviews)

Award Winner Group Tours

25.00 $ inc. VATFrom21.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore Da Nang Food Tour and Cruise Trip on Han River

Tour program: 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Descover hidden places in Da Nang
Try more than 6 Vietnamese dishes
Cruise trip on Han River
Enjoy the beauty of Dragon Bridge Fire and Water show at weekend

(9 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From50.00 $ inc. VAT

Sunrise Photo Tour – Explore Hoi An Authentic Fishing Life

Tour program: 5:00 am to 8:00 am

Scenic Boat trip on Thu Bon River
Sun Rise experience at Cua Dai Sea
Capture fisherman with there unique fishing nets
Ride on a Basket Boat
Visit Cultural Fishing Market

(0 reviews)

Group Tours River Cruises

From40.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An City with Food Tour & Coconut Village, Latern Making

Tour program: 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Walk around in amazing Hoi An old town
Food tasting: 5 dishes
Basket Boat ride
Latern-Making workshop

(0 reviews)

Activity Private Tours

From97.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An City By Night And Release Paper Latern

Tour program: 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Visit Japan Cover Bridge
Visit Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall and Tan Ky Old House
Ride on a Sampan boat
Release paper latern on Hoai river
Visit local market

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From39.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore Hoi An’s Traditional Craft Villages

Tour program: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Basket Boat ride at Bay Mau
Watch traditional fishing techniques
Explore Kim Bong carpentry village
Make pottery at Thanh Ha

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From39.00 $ inc. VAT

Golden Sunset Cruise & Authentic Vietnamese Dinner Experience

Tour program: 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Thu Bon River sunset cruise
Thanh Ha Pottery Village
Authentic Vietnamese dinner
Hoi An lantern boat ride
Release a floating lantern

(0 reviews)

Activity Group Tours River Cruises

From42.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An By Night And Release Paper Latern

Tour program: 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Visit Japan Cover Bridge
Visit Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall and Tan Ky Old House
Visit Tan Ky Old House
Ride on a Sampan boat
Release paper latern on Hoai river

(0 reviews)

Private Tours

From0.00 $ inc. VAT

My Son Sunset Tour with Boat Trip

Tripadvisor:
“Badge of Excellence”

Tour program: 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Honorably recognized as a world heritage in 1999
Explore all temples built and rebuilt from 4^th century to 13rd century
Traditional Cham pa show is performed
Boat trip on Thu Bon river

(0 reviews)

Award Winner Group Tours River Cruises

From22.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore The Real Countryside & Traditional Craft Villages – Bike Adventure

Tour program: 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Cycle Hoi An countryside
Visit organic vegetable village
Basket boat & net fishing
Lantern-making class
Authentic Vietnamese dinner

(0 reviews)

Activity Group Tours

From33.00 $ inc. VAT

Da Nang City Private Tour

Tour program: 9:00 am to 2:30 pm or 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Am Phu Cave & Linh Ung pagoda
Highest Lady Buddha (67m) statue
Visit Cham Pa Museum
Visit Han Market

(0 reviews)

Private Tours

From72.00 $ inc. VAT

Hue Imperial City Tour By Heritage Train

Tour program: 6:00 am to 7:00 pm

Visit the 3 must-see places to visit in Hue: Khai Dinh tomb – Thien Mu pogoda – Hue Imperial Citadel
Have a ride on Heritage Train
Luxury private tour max. 7 participants

(0 reviews)

Private Tours Rail Tours

From142.00 $ inc. VAT

Full-Day Da Nang Snorkeling & City Exploration Tour

Explore Marble Mountains
Homemade Vietnamese lunch
Speedboat & snorkeling
Traditional fishing experience
Linh Ung Pagoda & Lady Buddha

(0 reviews)

Activity Experiences Group Tours

From49.00 $ inc. VAT

Da Nang Sunrise Photo Tour – Discover Marble Mountains and Son Tra Peninsula

Tour program: 5:30 am to 12:30 pm

Experience the vibrant sunrise at Tho Quang Fishing Port
Visit Ban Co Peak
Drive through Son Tra Peninsula
Visit Linh Ung Pagoda and admire the 67m Lady Buddha, the tallest in Vietnam.
Explore the Marble Mountains

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From40.00 $ inc. VAT

Da Nang Day Trip & Food Tour Experience

Tour program: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Explore Marble Mountains
Taste 5+ local specialties
Enjoy views from Ban Co Peak
Visit Linh Ung Pagoda & Lady Buddha
Discover Son Tra Peninsula

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From47.90 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An Local Foot Tour – Enjoy The Taste of Vietnam at Ancient Town!

Tripadvisor:
“Badge of Excellence”

Tour program: 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Food tasting and dinner
Up to 9 different dishes and drinks
Try traditional Vietnamese food
Dishes like bánh mì, bún thịt nướng, bánh xèo, mì quảng, …

(0 reviews)

Award Winner Experiences Group Tours

From30.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore Marble Mountains – Lady Buddha – Cham Pa Museum

Tour program: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Am Phu Cave & Linh Ung pagoda
Highest Lady Buddha (67m) statue
Visit Cham Pa Museum
Visit Han Market

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From41.00 $ inc. VAT

Sunrise Marble Mountains & Son Tra Peninsula “Kingdom” Of Monkeys

Tour program: 5:00 am to 12:30 pm

Descover Radar Station 29, Ban Co Peak, Vong Cảnh House, …
Visit highest Lady Buddha
Watch rare Red-shanked Douc Langur with some luck
Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From48.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore Farming & Fishing Life Adventure By Bike

Morning: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Hands-on vegetable and rice farming
Learn fishing
Ride on Water Buffalo
Basket Boat experience

(0 reviews)

Activity Experiences Group Tours

From36.00 $ inc. VAT

Da Nang Food Tour and Explore Silk Village

Tour program: 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Discover hidden places in Da Nang
Try 5 Vietnamese dishes
Visit Silk Village
Learn about Silk production

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From49.00 $ inc. VAT

Explore Da Nang: Marble Mountains, Duck Farm & Buffalo Ride

Tour program: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Linh Ung pagoda – Highes Lady Buddha 67m
Duck farm experience
Water buffalo ride experience

(0 reviews)

Experiences Family Tours Group Tours

From33.00 $ inc. VAT

Marble Mountains & Cooking Class & Da Nang Cyclo City Tour

Tour program: 2:00m to 9:30 pm

Visit Marble Mountains
Cook 5 tradidional Vietnamese dishes
Dishes from south/middle/north Vietnam
Cyclo City Tour Da Nang at night

(0 reviews)

Activity Experiences Group Tours

From51.00 $ inc. VAT

Half Day Ba Na Hills – Golden Bridge with Vietnamese Dinner

Tripadvisor:
“Badge of Excellence”

Tour program: 11:45 am to 7:00 pm

Cable Car to Ba Na Hills
Discover fantasy park
Golden Bridge
French Village
Linh Ung pagoda

(0 reviews)

Award Winner Group Tours

From27.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An City Tour

Tour program: 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Walk around in amazing Hoi An old town
Visit the must see spots:
Japanese Cover Bridge
Tan Ky Old House
Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hal

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From29.00 $ inc. VAT

Hoi An Food Tour & Waterfall Rafting Adventure

Tour Duration: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Hoi An Food Tour
Local Vietnamese Specialties
Hoa Phu Thanh
Waterfall Rafting & Sliding
Fish Massage
Zipline & Archery

(0 reviews)

Group Tours

From64.94 $ inc. VAT

Explore Hoi An Ancient Town and Coconut Village with Latern Making Class

Tour program: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Ride on a Basket Boat through Coconut Jungle
Learn about the daily life of fisherman
Learn how to make Hoi An Latern
Explore the charming Hoi An Ancient Town

(0 reviews)

Experiences Group Tours

From35.00 $ inc. VAT

Marble Mountains, Monkey Mountains with Cruise Trip on Han River

Tour program: 2:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Marble Mountain – discover caves, grottos and a buddhist pagoda
Stone village watch sculptors
Linh Ung pagoda & Highest Lady Buddha (67m) statue
Cruise trip on Han River

(0 reviews)

Group Tours River Cruises

From52.00 $ inc. VAT

Marble Mountains and Ba Na Hills (Golden Bridge) Full Day Tour

Tripadvisor:
“Badge of Excellence”

Tour program: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm

Climb the stone steps carved into marble mountain to discover caves, grottos and a Buddhist pagoda
Explore Ba Na hill, enjoy the panoramic views
Discover the famous bridge the Golden Bridge
Discover fantasy park with some adventure game