Explore Son Tra Peninsula, Monkey Mountain, Lady Buddha half-day

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1. Thank you for coming to our fantastic Da Nang. Be ready for a 1-day memorable adventure with our local expert! 8:00: Our friendly tour guide & experienced driver will pick you up at your hotel in Da Nang city center for starting the interesting journey. The drive up to the mountain is worthwhile as once we arrive, you'll be just far enough from the hustle and bustle of the city to finally relax & let your worries slip away. It's time to admire the nature and learn about the insights of Vietnam culture, history and people from our local expert.

   40 min

2. First stop is The Son Tra Radar Station in Da Nang. It played a crucial role during the Vietnam War, serving as a strategic military installation for monitoring and defense purposes. Visiting the radar station offers us the opportunity to learn about its historical significance and the impact it had on the region during that tumultuous period. It's situated atop Son Tra Peninsula, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. We can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the coastline, lush forests, and Da Nang city below, making it an ideal spot for photography and taking in the natural beauty of the area. A visit to the Son Tra Radar Station provides an educational experience for every traveler interested in military history, technology, and Vietnam's wartime past. Our knowledgeable local expert with informational stories offers your valuable insights into the station's operations and its role in regional defense strategies.

   30 minAdmission included

3. After capturing the picturesque photos, keep moving to the helicopter pad at the top of this mountain. It serves as a strategic location for emergency evacuations, military operations, and tourism purposes. The helicopter pad offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the lush forests of Son Tra Peninsula, the sparkling waters of the East Sea, and the cityscape of Da Nang. We can enjoy unparalleled vistas from this vantage point, making it an ideal spot for photography and taking in the natural beauty of the area.

   30 min

4. Continue the journey to Ban Co Peak which offers breathtaking panoramic views of Da Nang city, the coastline, and the surrounding mountains. You can enjoy sweeping vistas of the landscape below, making it an ideal spot for photography and taking in the beauty of the region. The name "Ban Co" translates to "Chessboard" in English, and the peak is named after a large flat rock that resembles a chessboard. This spot is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking to unwind and connect with the natural world. It also offers glimpses of wildlife and tranquil peaceful surroundings. In addition, American billionaire - Bill Gates and his girlfriend had 80 minutes of meditation, enjoyed precious tea on Ban Co peak and had a chatting on their 4-day trip to Vietnam in spring 2024.

   30 minAdmission included

5. This is one of the 3 Linh Ung Pagoda in Da Nang city - make it a holy triangle to protect the most worth-living city of Vietnam. Located on the pass of Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain), Linh Ung is considered the biggest & the most beautiful pagoda among 3 of them. From here, let ease your soul with the peaceful panorama view of Da Nang city with the sparkling waters & beautiful seashore of the East Sea. To build up this magnificent pagoda, it took the locals here the whole 6 years from 2004-2010. Up to now, it has always been an indispensable symbol of Da Nang - a popular destination for the locals to come & pray for inner peace every full-moon day. With our local expert, you'll get the best of what Linh Ung Pagoda can offer. We'll tell & explain its interesting stories, ensuring that you'll have a fantastic time with detailed insights into Vietnam's history, culture & people.

   1 hAdmission included

6. 12:30: Get on the car & come back to your hotel, finish the unique trip exploring to Son Tra Peninsula. Around 13:00, you'll arrive to Da nang city. Tour ends! Thank you so much for trusting and using our services.

   20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Da Nang

• Its from-price is close to the median of the 1053 day trips we list in Da Nang.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 189 of 1053.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Da Nang

Da Nang is a breezy coastal city in central Vietnam, with long sandy beaches, the Marble Mountains and misty hill stations close at hand.

My Khe Beach stretches along the city's eastern edge, backed by seafood restaurants and a palm-lined promenade. The Han River runs through the centre, crossed by the Dragon Bridge, shaped like its namesake and lit up after dark, and the Son Tra Peninsula rises to the north with forested slopes, a towering Lady Buddha statue and rare red-shanked douc langurs.

Top-ranked sights in Da Nang: Marble Mountains, Ba Na Hills, Dragon Bridge (Cau Rong).

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