Private day trip · from Da Nang
Marble Mountains & Hoi An Family TourLanterns & Free Shopping
Just two places, done slowly. Caves and pagodas inside a mountain (lift up and down), then Hoi An as the lanterns come on: a walk, a lantern on the river and free time to shop. Back around 21:00, or earlier if you like.
Run by Ethan, our local lead in Da Nang & Hoi An4.9★ on GetYourGuide
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Who it suits
Is this day right for your family?
Families staying in Da Nang. Here is how it works for each age.
Babies & toddlers
No early start, a lift instead of stairs at Marble Mountains, and Hoi An's old town is flat and car-free for the stroller.
Kids 4 to 11
A cave with a hidden pagoda, lanterns lighting up the old town, and a paper lantern to float on the river.
Teens
Viewpoints over the beach, the Japanese Bridge and free time at the night market and tailors.
Grandparents
The lift goes up and down the mountain, your guide shows the easy loop, and the old town is flat with plenty of cafés.
Hour by hour
Your afternoon, hour by hour
A suggested rhythm. Staying in Hoi An? We run it the other way round.
- Pick-up at your hotel
Private car from Da Nang. Water and cold towels on board.
- Marble Mountains, lift up and down
The lift takes you up Thuy Son, the biggest of the five mountains, and back down again. Pagodas, viewpoints over the beach, and Huyen Khong Cave with light pouring through the roof.
Some cave paths have steps and can be slippery. Your guide shows the easy loop for grandparents. - Drive to Hoi An
About 25 minutes along the coast.
- Hoi An old town
A slow walk through the yellow streets as the lanterns come on: the Japanese Bridge and an old merchant house.
- Lantern boat on the Hoai River
A small wooden boat on the river. Each child floats a paper lantern and makes a wish.
- Free time for shopping
Lanterns, silk, tailors and the night market. Your guide stays close and points out fair prices.
Hungry? Your guide suggests a family-friendly place for dinner. - Back at your hotel
About 40 minutes to Da Nang. Tired kids? We leave whenever you want.
Price
What's included & price
One private price for your family. Set your group and the total updates.
Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- Private air-conditioned car with driver from your Da Nang or Hoi An hotel
- Marble Mountains ticket and lift, both ways
- Hoi An old town ticket
- Lantern boat and paper lanterns
- Water and travel insurance for the day
Not included
- Dinner
- Shopping
- Tips for guide, driver and boat rower (optional)
Price for your group
Up to 5 guests, babies included, so everyone fits in one private 7-seat car. Bigger group? We quote a larger vehicle.
2 adults × $36 + 2 children × $32
Private for your family only. Children 4 to 11 pay the child price; babies 0 to 3 are free but need a seat in the car.
Good to know
Questions before you book
Something else on your mind? Ask us. A local lead answers within 24 hours.
Ask on WhatsAppIs Marble Mountains OK for grandparents?
Yes, with the lift both ways. Some cave paths have steps and can be slippery, so your guide shows an easy loop and you choose how far to go.
Can we bring a stroller to Hoi An?
Yes. The old town is flat and closed to cars in the evening. It gets busy after dark, so keep little ones close or use a carrier in the crowds.
Is the lantern boat safe for kids?
Yes. It is a short, slow ride in a small wooden boat close to the riverbank, and an adult holds each child while they float their lantern.
Can we stay later in Hoi An?
Of course. The plan ends around 21:00, but your car waits. Stay for dinner or head back early if the kids are tired.
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