Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain, Lady Buddha Statue PRIVATE TOUR
Description
An exciting private tour in DA NANG with beautiful nature, rich history & culture. From hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An, drive to MARBLE MOUNTAIN to explore huge natural caves used by VC soldiers as hiding places & hospital in Vietnam War. Take in the views of river, ocean & islands. Admire the rustic beauty of old statues, historical pagodas, and Buddhist temples. See amazing sculptures in a 500-year-old marble carving village. We then drive along Da Nang coast to MONKEY MOUNTAIN (Also known as Son Tra peninsula). From the high points, you'll take in amazing views of Da Nang city, Pacific Ocean, Cham islands, endless beaches, hundreds of fishing boats... Visit the giant Lady Buddha Statue, she smiles upon the fishing village. Walking in the gardens of beautiful flowers and bonsai trees. You'll see common Macaque monkeys... IF LUCKY, you'll see the rare & endangered colorful Langur monkeys. You can choose Morning or Afternoon tour, With or Without a Meal at different Prices & Durations.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pickup from hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang, drive to Marble Mountain (in Da Nang), discover the stunning Âm Phủ cave inside Marble Mountain with your local guide to learn how Vietnamese soldiers used to hide and fight in the wars. The cave was also a secret hospital to save wounded soldiers. Walk 150 steps or take the elevator to the peak of Marble Mountain. A knowledgeable guide will show you the best highlights so you don't have to spend too much energy but still see the hidden beauty that most people miss. You will admire the rustic charms of historical pagodas, Buddhist statues, and shrines, which are a few centuries old. Local believers and monks pray here often. You will learn interesting local beliefs and Buddhism.
Continue to explore Marble Mountain, and enjoy the river views and ocean breeze at various points. Visit the huge Heaven Cave, you will take in the beauty of natural limestone formations. Take pictures with rustic statues of Lady Buddha, Happy Buddha... Visit the 500-year-old Carving Village to see amazing marble sculptures made by local people at the foot of Marble Mountain.
We then drive along Da Nang coast to MONKEY MOUNTAIN (Also known as Son Tra peninsula). You'll take in amazing views of Da Nang city, Pacific Ocean, Cham islands, endless beaches, hundreds of fishing boats... You'll see common Macaque monkeys... IF LUCKY, you'll see the rare & endangered colorful red-shanked douc langur monkeys.
At half way of Monkey Mountain, we spend a short while to visit the giant Lady Buddha Statue, standing at 68 meters 233 feet tall. She smiles upon the fishing village and blesses local people while fishing in the deep sea. There are beautiful flower and bonsai gardens, and viewpoints to capture amazing snap-shots of Da Nang city and its beaches.
After spending a morning or afternoon visiting Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain, and the Lady Buddha statue, we will have a delicious Vietnamese lunch or dinner with our local team in a nice restaurant. PLEASE NOTE: There are 2 options, please check and choose when booking: + Tour with lunch lasts 5,5 hours - at a higher price. + Tour without lunch lasts 4,5 hours - at a lower price. After a tasty meal, we will take you back to your hotel either in Hoi An or Danang or drop you off at Danang Airport.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Free pick-up & drop-off at any HOTEL in Hoi An or Da Nang city. If you're staying at Ba Na Hills (West of Da Nang) / Tien Sa port of Da Nang / Chan May port of Hue, kindly meet our team at the designated meeting point. Or pay an extra charge as mentioned in EXCLUSION section. Thank you.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear sport shoes for best comfort when walking. Flip flops are not recommended.
- Wear sun protections and light clothes in summer.
Reviews(711)
The Best ! Local Buddy Tours ! On time - communicated clearly - everything was fine. Then came Ben and I cannot communicate properly just how friendly, knowledgeable, articulate and pleasant this experience really was. Everything was enhanced by Ben's expertise. Marble caves - Monkey Mountain - Lady Buddah - all awesome. Professional and thorough- more like travelling with a friend than booking a 'tour'. I will always remain grateful for the incredible insights and personable experience. I learned so much about the beauty and history of this wonderful country in more aspects than I probably deserve to know. Best experience ever !! Highly recommend 👌 Thanks Ben (and driver) and Local Buddy Tours. (Name says it all really)
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly happy to hear that Ben made your experience so special and that you enjoyed exploring Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain, and the Lady Buddha Statue with us. Your kind words about our team mean a lot to us. We’ll definitely share your appreciation with Ben and our driver. It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Vietnam again someday! Kind regards, Thanh Local Buddy Tours WhatsApp: +84 973 943 196 Email: localbuddytours@gmail.com
Amazing sights and a lovely and knowledgable tour guide (Kha) — who can be as hype or as chill as you want him to be :) Awesome phototaking skills even for a bunch of picky girls. Love the guides from Local Buddy, would def book again!
Wonderful experience with Kha. Everything was well taken care of and it was wonderfully planned.
Kha is a wonderful guide. he is energetic and knowledgeable. worth the price
Had a great tour on Marble Mountain and Monkey Mountain.
★★★★★ A Brilliant Private Family Tour We had a wonderful day on this private tour with our fantastic guide, Quynh, and our driver, Quang. They picked us up right on time, and everything was organised perfectly from beginning to end. Our first stop was the Marble Mountains, where Quynh’s knowledge and explanations really brought the place to life. Having a personal guide made the visit much more meaningful and enjoyable. We then travelled to Monkey Mountain, where we took in the amazing views and captured some lovely family photographs. The Lady Buddha statue was another highlight—an impressive and beautiful place to visit. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch, which was included in the tour. The whole day passed incredibly quickly because my wife, daughter and I were having such a lovely time. Quynh was brilliant throughout: friendly, knowledgeable and attentive, while Quang made sure our journey was comfortable and smooth. A truly memorable family experience. We would happily recommend this tour—and especially Quynh and Quang—to anyone visiting the area. Five stars!
★★★★★ A Brilliant Private Family Tour We had a wonderful day on this private tour with our fantastic guide, Quynh, and our driver, Quang. They picked us up right on time, and everything was organised perfectly from beginning to end. Our first stop was the Marble Mountains, where Quynh’s knowledge and explanations really brought the place to life. Having a personal guide made the visit much more meaningful and enjoyable. We then travelled to Monkey Mountain, where we took in the amazing views and captured some lovely family photographs. The Lady Buddha statue was another highlight—an impressive and beautiful place to visit. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch, which was included in the tour. The whole day passed incredibly quickly because my wife, daughter and I were having such a lovely time. Quynh was brilliant throughout: friendly, knowledgeable and attentive, while Quang made sure our journey was comfortable and smooth. A truly memorable family experience. We would happily recommend this tour—and especially Quynh and Quang—to anyone visiting the area. Five stars!
Thank you so much for your wonderful five-star review! ⭐️ We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had such a memorable anniversary experience with Quynh and Quang. It’s wonderful to know that Quynh’s knowledge helped bring the Marble Mountains to life and that you enjoyed the beautiful views, family photos, and visit to the Lady Buddha. We’ll definitely share your kind words with both Quynh and Quang. They’ll be very happy to know that their care, friendliness, and attention helped make your special day so enjoyable. Most of all, we’re happy to hear that the day passed quickly because you were having such a lovely time together as a family. Creating those kinds of memories is exactly what we hope for. Thank you again for choosing Local Buddy Tours and for recommending us. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Vietnam for another memorable adventure in the future! Kind regards, Thanh Local Buddy Tours WhatsApp: +84 973 943 196 Email: localbuddytours@gmail.com
We had an amazing experience on the Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain & Lady Buddha Statue Private Tour. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish, and the tour was both enjoyable and informative. A special thank you to Quynh, who was absolutely wonderful — friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. She made the experience feel very personal and relaxed. Also, special thanks to our driver Quang, who was extremely professional, safe and punctual throughout the entire tour. The places we visited were beautiful, especially the Lady Buddha Statue and Monkey Mountain, and having a private tour made the whole experience so much better. If you are visiting Da Nang, we totally recommend this tour! Excellent service, great people and a fantastic experience. We would happily do it again!
Guide from Local Buddy Tours - Nguyen (KHA) was outstanding. In all of our travels in Asian countries he was the best. Helpful, patient, informative and friendly, easy to understand his English and he had amazing amount of information about history of Vietnam. This tour was relaxed and interesting. It was only my husband and myself which also made it a more personal experience. All admissions were included and we chose the one with the meal which we both thoroughly enjoyed. There was enough for 4 people. I would recommend it for fit people only though as there are alot of steps. Areas which were not suitable for my husband the guide made sure he was sitting somewhere cool and comfortable while I explored. Amazing pictures.
Quynh was a great guide. We enjoyed her sense of humor and found her to be friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Our drivers, Linh and Phu, were both great as well. Definitely recommend the day although for the afternoon I would skip dinner because it ends up being quite early.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed your afternoon with Quynh, and that Linh and Phu also helped make your experience a great one. We really appreciate your feedback about the dinner timing and will keep it in mind for future guests. Thanks again for recommending us, and we hope to see you again in Vietnam! Kind regards, Thanh 📱 WhatsApp: +84 973 943 196 📧 Email: localbuddytours@gmail.com
