Marble Mountains is a group of five limestone peaks situated seven kilometres from downtown Da Nang. The five karsts (called Ngu Hanh Son in Vietnamese) are named after the five elements: Kim (metal), Thuỷ (water), Mộc (wood), Hoả (fire) and Thổ (earth). Over centuries, Marble Mountains has held special significance for the people of Central Vietnam. The ancient Cham revered the karsts as a spiritual site, and Vietnamese emperors from Hue and legendary generals passing through paid visits to the peaks, adding to their store of legends.
Today Marble Mountains is home to a network of caves, tunnels, towers, and pagodas built by Mahayana Buddhists and the Nguyen Dynasty Kings. The structures and shrines blend harmoniously with nature: Vine tendrils drip from above, frangipani and poinciana trees drop their blossoms on the stone paths, and the pagodas’ ornate roofs sparkle in the tropical sun. It’s a setting that easily captures the imagination
MARBLE MOUNTAINS AND MONKEY MOUNTAIN MORNING TOUR
| Depart: |
7h30-8h from Hoi An |
Finish: |
13h00 at Hoi An |
7.30 – 8.00 AM: We’ll pick you up at hotel and transfer to Da Nang city (around 30km).
8.30 AM: Arrive in Marble Mountains and stop for a walk along the site to see local factories of stone sculptures – the most impressive handicrafts village in Da Nang.
9.00 – 10.30: Check in the Marble Mountains by climbing up to the top (elevator is optional). Here we will see beautiful pagodas which were made from 19th century by the last dynasty of Viet Nam monarchy, and visit Huyền Không and Tàng Chơn caves.
10.30 – 11.00: Keep going to see the biggest fascinated cave named as Âm Phủ. You will learn interesting philosophies of Buddhism and take photos with amazing natural creation.
11.00: Have lunch at local restaurant with local and authentic Vietnamese cuisines.
11.45: Our van will transfer you to the next stop – Monkey Mountain. A giant statue Lady Buddha with beautiful background such as mountains and huge garden of bonsai would draw your attention. You will definitely get lost in the garden of heaven with gripping stories when gently walking and enjoy a fresh breeze.
13:00: Tour ends and we will head back to your hotel.
TRIP INCLUDES:
– A two ways hotel transfers pick up and drop off ( 90km round trip distance)
– The entrance fees of Marble mountains + Am Phu cave
– English speaking guide
– Lunch with local dish
– A bottle of water
TRIP EXCLUDES:
– Personal expenses and Services not mentioned above (such as Elevator to the top)
– Tips & gratuities for guides and drivers
