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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
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our professional tour guide and driver pick you up from CHAN MAY Port (INSIDE the port). Please provide us with your Pick up & Drop off Time so we can ensure we meet your cruise ship schedule. Walk a few steps away from the ship and meet our guide who will be holding an A4 sign with your name on it.
Itinerary
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1My Son Sanctuary
The first stop on this tour is the UNESCO World Heritage list My Son Sanctuary UNESCO World Heritage Centre. The 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. You will then enjoy authentic Vietnamese set menu lunch
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2The Marble Mountains
After lunch, we head for Marble Mountains which are five marble and limestone hills – the five mountains are named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. Here we will explore the mountain’s 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. You 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.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3My Khe Beach
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. We will then begin our drive back to the Port and we will have you back at least one hour or more before your departure.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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