Welcome to
My Son
Chan May Port: Private My Son Sanctuary & Marble Mountains Tour
- Duration8 hours
- Max Travelers12 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Full-day Tours
Overview
My Son Sanctuary:
Visit My Son Sanctuary, the most important religious center of the ancient Champa Kingdom (4th–13th century)
Learn the fascinating history of the site with your professional, knowledgeable tour guide
Explore temple ruins built and rebuilt over nearly 1,000 years
Admire Hindu tower-temples decorated with detailed bas-relief carvings
Discover how the Cham people constructed these temples without using mortar
Understand the spiritual significance of My Son and its role in Champa culture
Enjoy peaceful views of the lush jungle valley surrounding the sanctuary
Marble Mountains:
Visit sacred Buddhist pagodas and explore natural limestone caves
Learn how some caves were used as field hospitals and shelters during the Vietnam War
Walk to scenic viewpoints and enjoy panoramic views over Da Nang and the coastline
Discover the meaning behind the five Marble Mountains, representing the five elements:
Water – Fire – Wood – Earth – Metal
Gallery
What's included
Licenced informative English speaking tour guide, other language is on request
Modern AC car or minivan with experienced driver
Outside port fees
Bottles of water and towels
Authentic Vietnamese set menu lunch
Entrance tickets, elevator tickets
What's Not included
Personal expenses
Tips & gratuity
Itinerary
The first stop on this tour is the UNESCO World Heritage list My Son Sanctuary UNESCO World Heritage Centre.nnThe drive from CHAN MAY to our first stop at My Son Holy Land takes approximately one and a half hours. Here, you will marvel at the ancient ruins which date back to the Champa Kingdom (4th-15th Centuries) After arriving at My Son you will have approximately one and a half hours to explore with your personal licensed guide, who will provide you with in-depth information on the history of each temple, as well as help you to take lots of stunning photos.nnYou will then enjoy authentic Vietnamese set menu lunch
After lunch, we head for Marble Mountains which are five marble and limestone hills u2013 the five mountains are named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth.nnHere we will explore the mountainu2019s natural caves, visit a Buddhist pagoda and enjoy the sensational views for the mountains. With the help of our experienced guide, you will learn about the history and culture of Central Vietnam.nnYou will be rewarded by breathtaking city and ocean views, and you will also be able to explore interesting natural caves and visit the holy pagoda.
On the way back to the ship, we will stop you at My Khe Beach (former name by China Beach) in Danang where the US Base was located to take a swim in the South China Sea and a beer.nnWe will then begin our drive back to the Port and we will have you back at least one hour or more before your departure.
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.