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These days, Vietnam has become one of the best places to travel thanks to its traditional culture and natural beauty. Possessing a harmonious combination of mountains and beaches, Da Nang City is a famous tourist complex for tourists from Vietnam or around the world. Known as a natural symbol of Da Nang city, Marble Mountain or Ngu Hanh Son has long become a place of worship for Buddha with a population of mountain peaks, limestone caves, and pagodas just waiting to be discovered.

• Location: 52 Huyen Tran Cong Chua, Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang
• Opening hours: 07:00 – 17:30 (Monday – Sunday)

I. History of Marble Mountains

According to the legend of the Cham people, a long time ago, a huge dragon flew to give birth to her here. After that, the dragon’s egg got bigger and bigger until one day, a fairy flew from the dragon’s egg and their eggshell grew into the five mysterious Marble Mountains as people see today.

In the 19th century, Ngu Hanh Son was named Ngu Hanh Son by Minh Mang (the second king of the Nguyen Dynasty) according to the theory of the five elements of the East (water, wood, fire, metal, and earth). The Vietnamese government has kept this name so far and it has become a famous destination in Da Nang.

II. The best time to visit Ngu Hanh Son

Located in the middle of Vietnam, Da Nang has two seasons: the dry season (from December to August) and the rainy season (from September to November). Therefore, tourists can visit the Marble Mountains at any time of the year.

However, the most ideal time to go to Ngu Hanh Son is summer, people can combine swimming with natural beaches in Da Nang or Hoi An such as My Khe Beach and An Bang Beach. If tourists travel in the summer, they can not only experience the most beautiful mountain clusters but also discover Vietnam at the most beautiful time of the year.

During this time, people can go hiking because the weather is not too hot. Due to the typhoon season in Vietnam and the rainy season in Da Nang, the weather can be unpredictable and the steps of the mountain can also slip.

Marble Mountain Tour

1. Morning small group trip (7:30 am – 1:30 pm)

– 7:30 – 8:00: We’ll pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to Da Nang City (around 30km)
– 8:30: Our van will transfer you to Monkey Mountain, A giant statue of Lady Buddha with a beautiful background such as mountains and a huge garden of bonsai would draw your attention. You will get lost in the garden of heaven with gripping stories when gently walking and enjoying a fresh breeze
– 9:30 – 10:00: Discovery the Marble Mountains and stop for a walk along the site to soo local factories of stone sculptures • the most impressive handicrafts village in Da Nang
– Check in the Marble Mountains by climbing up to the top (elevator is optional). Here, we will see beautiful Pagodas which were made in the 19th century by the dynasty of the VietNam monarchy, and visit Huyen Khong or Tang Chon caves
– Keep going to see the biggest fascinating cave named Am Phu Cave. You will learn interesting philosophies of Buddhism and take photos of amazing natural creations.
– 11:45: Have lunch at a local restaurant with local and authentic Vietnamese cuisine
– 13:00: We will drop you at your hotel. The tour ends!

*Price:

– Adult (over 9 years old): 610.000 VND
– Children (4-9 years old): 455.000 VND
– Infants & Children (under 4 years old): FREE

*Trip includes:

– A two ways hotel pick up and drop off (90km round trip distance)
– The entrance fees for Marble Mountains + Am Phu Cave
– English-speaking guide
– Lunch with local dishes
– A bottle of water

*Trip excludes:

– Personal expense services not mentioned above (such as Elevator)
– Tips for guide and driver

*What to bring: Sneakers

*Know before you go:

– There are 146 steps up from the foot of Marble Mountain to the first stop (Xa Loi Tower) and then 136 steps up to the second stop (the cave system)
– You can use the elevator for the first 46 steps (at your own expense)
– This tour will take place rain or shine

2. Sunset small group trip (1:30 pm – 6:00 pm)

– 7:30 – 8:00: We’ll pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to Da Nang City (around 30km)
– 14:30: Discover the Marble Mountains and stop for a walk along the site to see local factories and stone sculptures – the most impressive handicrafts village in Da Nang.
– Check in the Marble Mountains by climbing up to the top (elevator is optional). Here we will see beautiful pagodas which were made in the 19th century by the last dynasty of the VietNam monarchy, and visit Huyen Khong or Tang Chon caves.
– Check in the Marble Mountains by climbing up to the top (elevator is optional). Here, we will see beautiful Pagodas which were made in the 19th century by the dynasty of the VietNam monarchy, and visit Huyen Khong or Tang Chon caves
– Keep going to see the biggest fascinating cave named Am Phu Cave. You will learn interesting philosophies of Buddhism and take photos of amazing natural creations.
– 16:30: Our van will transfer you to Monkey Mountain. A giant Lady Buddha with a beautiful background such as mountains and a huge garden of bonsai would draw your attention. You will definitely get lost in the garden of heaven with gripping stories when gently walking and enjoying a fresh breeze.
– 18:00: We will drop you at your hotel. The tour ends!

*Price:

– Adult (over 9 years old): 550.000 VND
– Children (4-9 years old): 425.000 VND
– Infants & Children (under 4 years old): FREE

*Trip includes:

– A two ways hotel pick up and drop off (90km round trip distance)
– The entrance fees for Marble Mountains + Am Phu Cave
– English-speaking guide
– A bottle of water

*Trip excludes:

– Personal expense services not mentioned above (such as Elevator)
– Tips for guide and driver

*Please note that the Sunset depends on the weather

Tips when visiting Ngu Hanh Son

• Come early to avoid heavy traffic and explore these mountains before it gets too crowded.
• For hiking, visitors should wear comfortable clothes but must ensure their belongings if planning to visit temples and pagodas.
• For example, skirts that are too short can be seen as impolite.
  For a safe and smooth climb, visitors should prepare water bottles, snacks, …
• In particular, flashlights are an important tool for exploring the caves under these mountains.
• Thanks to its proximity to Da Nang and Hoi An, people can combine a day tour between exploring the Marble Mountains and visiting Non-Nuoc beach or Hoi An ancient town.

Ngu Hanh Son still has other destinations to explore such as Tang Chon Cave, and Linh Nham Cave. If people want to find peaceful places, those attractions should be the ones to put on the list.

Given the miraculous hand of Mother Nature, Ngu Hanh Son carries with it the mystery of the path of creation as everyone sees it and the hidden beauty behind lifeless rocks and caves. All cannot be encapsulated in one article, just stay there and experience it in your way.