A Jeep tour to Monkey Mountain and Marble Mountains is a fascinating adventure to the best tourist venues in Da Nang City. Riding on the cool U.S. Army Jeeps, travelers will discover all the hidden charms of Monkey Mountain (Son Tra Peninsula) and Marble Mountains Complex.
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JEEP TOUR TO MONKEY MOUNTAIN AND MARBLE MOUNTAIN FULL-DAY
What To Expect On A Jeep Tour To Monkey Mountain?
Da Nang City has appeared prominently on the travel map of Vietnam thanks to its fast developments in tourism, friendly atmospheres, and numerous scenic points. In 2018, it received praise as “one of the world’s 10 most livable cities.”
When it comes to Da Nang tourism, Monkey Mountain (or Son Tra Peninsula) and Marble Mountain are unmissable names. To optimize your vacation in Da Nang, our Jeep tour offers an enjoyable exploration of these places’ secret charismatic spots.
Indeed, in the Marble Mountains, you will admire Xa Loi Tower, Linh Ung Pagoda, Tang Chon Cave, the Heaven Gate, Van Thong Cave, Huyen Khong Cave, and Non-Nuoc Carving Village.
Additionally, in Monkey Mountain, you will tour Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda, the ancient American Helicopter Station, and Chessboard Peak. Moreover, you can enjoy a lunch break with local dishes.
All of them promise holidaymakers an incredible day full of thrilling activities.
Jeep Tour To Monkey Mountain And Marble Mountains: Detailed Itinerary
Instead of a rush group tour, we put forward a private Jeep tour to Monkey Mountain and Marble Mountain for the best conveniences for travelers. Therefore, you can choose departure time and pickup place and even tailor the itinerary.
However, as an experienced agency, we suggest you follow our standard Jeep tour schedule, as follows:
Morning Session: Marble Mountain Tour By Jeep
At 6 AM, our Jeep driver will pick you up at your hotel in Da Nang City. We will ride through early morning streets to Marble Mountain in 30 minutes. If the weather is nice, you can watch the beautiful sunrise during this time.
Upon arrival at the Marble Mountains, you start to discover them by taking a lift up to the mountain.
As you might know, Marble Mountain, or Ngũ Hành Sơn in Vietnamese, is a complex of five limestone mountains symbolizing five Universe formation elements, according to Oriental belief. It features mysterious natural caves, pagodas, temples, impressive viewpoints, and Buddha constructions.
Firstly, you will begin with the three attractions of Xa Loi Tower, Linh Ung Pagoda, and Tang Chon Cave. Later, you reach the Heaven Gate, where you can take in imposing panoramic views. Many visitors love to take photos at this point.
Then, you will stroll along a lovely path and drop by Van Thong Cave for a while before entering the largest cave of Huyen Khong. In the past, it functioned as a makeshift hospital for the locals and soldiers. Now, it attracts visitors with its majestic structure and miraculous natural skylights.
After that, you go down to the Non-Nuoc Marble Carving Village to admire intricate sculptures by local artists. Their clever hands create various products, from small jewelry to huge Buddha statues, from local specialty—marble. Finally, you have a lunch break at a local family house.
Afternoon Session: Monkey Mountain Tour By Jeep
We will continue our adventure with a Jeep tour to Monkey Mountain in 30 minutes. If you’re interested in Da Nang tourism, you must have heard of the Son Tra Peninsula or Monkey Mountain.
It’s likened to the green land of Da Nang City thanks to its superb biodiversity. Moreover, its height ranges from 350 to 700 meters, which offers visitors spectacular scenes. Our Jeeps will take you around this land to explore all of its beautiful features.
First of all, we will stop at Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda. This Buddhist construction shows many charms, such as the tallest Buddha statue in Vietnam (67 meters), bonsai gardens, panoramic views, etc. In addition, its refreshing atmosphere appeals to many monkeys, so you can easily meet them here.
Then, you get in your Jeeps again to drive uphill to Son Tra Radar Station and Helicopter Pad. These heritage places give travelers wonderful spots to watch the views of the peninsula and its surroundings.
Last but not least, our Jeep driver will take you to the highest spot on Monkey Mountain, Chessboard Peak. It’s an interesting place, where you can enjoy the best panorama of the sea, the city, and an extensive sky. Also, you will see a curious chess fairy statue, with which many take funny pictures.
Finally, at 4 PM, our Jeeps take you back to your hotel in Da Nang City. The Jeep tour to Monkey Mountain and Marble Mountains with Hoian Locals ends here. See you on future trips.
Jeep Tour Travel Tips
- You should wear comfortable footwear and clothes with long sleeves but soft and cool fabric on this outdoor trip. It will make you comfortable and help you stay away from the harsh heat.
- Also, this tour includes visits to pagodas and religious places, so you should put on something covering your knees and shoulders.
- Don’t forget your sunscreen, hats, insect sprays, sunglasses, and fully-charged phones or cameras.
- If you go from October to February (the rainy season), you should carry rain ponchos.
- This tour doesn’t include a tour guide. Please remind us if you need an excellent English-speaking tour guide to go with you (for an extra fee).