As we know, Ba Na Hills is one of the famous places in Da Nang city, especially the place is famous with its Giant Golden Hands Bridge. Thus, Ba Na Hills is known as second Sapa of Vietnam due to its pleasant weather, beautiful scenery. This is the reason why the French had chosen to built a summer resort on the top of Ba Na Hills in the 19th century.
Today, Ba Na Hills attracts lots of visitors thanks to its longest cable car, Vietnam’s biggest indoor amusement park and world-renowned Golden Bridge. So, if you are looking for Ba Na Hills Day Trip from Hoi An, let’s choose Phong Nha Pioneer Travel. We will give you a memorable trip.
Contents
- 1 OVERVIEW
- 2 WHAT IS BA NA HILLS KNOWN FOR?
- 3 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRIP
- 4 BA NA HILLS FULL DAY TOUR FROM HOI AN DETAILED ITINERARY
- 5 HOW YOU ENJOY GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS PRIVATE TRIP?
- 6 WHAT OTHER OPTIONS TO DO BA NA HILLS TOUR FROM HOI AN?
- 7 BA NA HILLS FULL DAY TRIP FROM HOI AN PRICE, TOUR INCLUSIONS, TOUR EXCLUSIONS
- 8 USEFUL TIPS FOR A MEMORABLE TIME IN BA NA HILLS?
- 9 HOW TO BOOK BANA HILLS PRIVATE TOUR FROM HOI AN?
- 10 FAQs
OVERVIEW

View of Central Ba Na Hills Square
- Tour duration: full day
- Highlights: Cable car – Golden Bridge – Theme Park – French Village
- Tour route: Hoi An – Nam Ky Khoi Nghia road – Ba Na Hills – Hoi An
- Start & finish time: 8:30 a.m – 17:30 p.m
WHAT IS BA NA HILLS KNOWN FOR?
A Disney Land on top of mountain
Ba Na Hills is referred to as a “Disneyland on top of a mountain” due to its wonderful combination of natural beauty, entertainment, and architectural marvels. Located in the Truong Son Mountains in Da Nang, with its cool climate, fantasy-themed park, and European-style streets, Ba Na Hills provides a magical escape for visitors of all ages looking for adventure and wonder.
French Village on the top hill
Perched atop Ba Na Hills, the French Village Ba Na Hills provides a lovely retreat into old-world Europe. The village’s cobblestone lanes, Gothic-style churches, stone towers, and colorful buildings evoke the beauty of a 19th-century European hamlet. Surrounded by foggy mountains and cool air, it’s the ideal area to wander around this famous spot, dine, and photograph stunning scenes. From vibrant squares to beautiful cafes and bakeries, the French Village offers a romantic and whimsical touch to your Ba Na Hills adventure, delighting guests of all ages.
Amazing Golden Bridge
The Amazing Golden Bridge is the main attraction in Ba Na Hills, known for its spectacular design and breathtaking environment. The bridge, supported by two gigantic stone hands, glides smoothly across the mountainside, providing panoramic views of the verdant woodlands below. Its bizarre, dreamlike aspect makes it a must-see destination and an unforgettable highlight for all visitors.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRIP

Golden Hands Bridge Ba Na Hills
Visit worldwide famous Golden Bridge
Embark on a journey from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills, you will admire the world – renowned Golden Bridge that was built in 2019, becoming the symbol of Ba Na Hills. Thus, the Bridge looks like Giant Hands floating in the sky horizon and it symbolizes the Hands of the Mountain God. If reaching here, you’ll have many opportunities to take some great beautiful pictures.
Experience 4 seasons in one day
Doing this day trip from Hoi An, you will enjoy 4 different seasons in Ba Na Hills in one day. Thus, in the morning, you will feel the warmth of Spring; Summer comes out at noon; Fall comes out in afternoon and in late afternoon, Winter with a chili weather makes you exciting. Thus, instead of going somewhere to enjoy the different weather in 1 day, you can get it on the top of Ba Na Hills.
Explore French Village on the summit of the mountain
No elsewhere has such an amazing French Village than the one in Ba Na Hills. Therefore, joining private tour with Phong Nha Pioneer Travel, we will assist you to explore the enchanting French Village located on the top of Ba Na Hills, a stunning replica of a medieval European town. As you stroll through cobblestone streets, you will admire Gothic-style architecture, and soak in panoramic mountain views. With its charming chapels, cozy cafés, and lively street performances, the French Village offers an unforgettable cultural escape in Da Nang, Vietnam.
Conquering the mountain’s peak at 1487 m
As you know, Ba Na Hills owns the highest point in Da Nang city at 1,487m from sea level. Hence, this trip provides you with a fabulous cable car ride reaching the hill top of Ba Na Hills. Since you are here, you can overlook the panoramic of Ba Na Hills and a marvelous view of dense forest in Ba Na and can catch a far distance view of Da Nang city.
BA NA HILLS FULL DAY TOUR FROM HOI AN DETAILED ITINERARY

Beautiful garden at Ba Na Hills
Pick up at the hotel
So, in the morning, our private day trip to Ba Na Hills from Hoi An will kick off with the pick up at the hotel and then we will head our trip to Ba Na Hills.
Back to the old days, Bana Hills was a favorite vacation location for the French during their colony in the late 1800s. It has now been invested in and enlarged to become a top class recreational complex with the finest French architecture, a mountain resort, and spectacular entertainments.
Cable car ride
Thus, after an hour drive from Hoi An, we then reach Ba Na Hills. We will embark on the world – class cable car ride of Ba Na Hills enjoying stunning views of the jungle mountain. On the way, you can sightsee Waterfall underneath and hear the sound of the mountain. This cable car ride gives you an exciting experience to grab fantastic view of the Nui Chua Ba Na Mountain while taking some beautiful pictures of the area.
Sightseeing Golden Bridge
After 15 minutes by cable car ride, we will reach the Golden Bridge. Standing at a height of 1,414 meters above sea level, Golden Hands Bridge is an iconic architectural marvel that represents a sash-like passage over the heavens.
Linh Ung Pagoda
Later on, we then continue our Ba Na Hills Day Trip from Hoi An to Linh Ung Pagoda and pay a visit to Sakyamuni Statue with the height of 28m.
Fantasy Park
Head back to cable car station, we then take another short cable car that leads us to the summit of Ba Na Hills. Here, you seem to lost in a heaven of games as you join in Fantasy Theme parks with many games and activities. Hence, you can enjoy 4D, 5D movies, Bumper car, Free Fall that are on offer. Besides, you can join Alpine Coaster (own pay) or visit Wax Museum (own pay) as per your request.
French Village
Our tour continues with a leisurely walk around the French village to admire special French architectures of the buildings. Here and there, there are hotels, churches, cafes, restaurants for you to catch such pretty photographs.
Buffet lunch (optional)
After that, you will enjoy your lunch in a buffet restaurant (optional). Here, you can try various Vietnamese dishes and know about the local cuisine.
Lunar Castle
Proceed our Ba Na Hills Full Day Tour from Hoi An, our knowledgeable tour guide will escort you to Lunar Castle. Here, you can enjoy a 4D movie of Flying Eyes traveling around the world on a visional 4D screen.
Linh Phong Tu Temple
Our last stop today is Linh Phong Tu Temple. Locating at 1,487m from sea level, Linh Phong Tu offers you a panoramic view of Ba Na Hills complex while taking such amazing pictures.
Drop off at hotel
Eventually, our tour guide will transfer you back by cable car to the parking lot. From here, our driver will drive back to Hoi An to drop you off at your hotel. Thus, our Ba Na Hills Day Trip will come to an end here.
HOW YOU ENJOY GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS PRIVATE TRIP?

French village in Ba Na Hills
Private tour with knowledgeable tour guide
This is private tour with private tour guide who is excellent in English and know all about the local culture and history. Phong Nha Pioneer Travel arrange private tour with guide to assist you have just an overall amazing day.
Luxury car with friendly driver
Choose us as your partner for your full day trip to Ba Na Hills, Phong Nha Pioneer Travel (PPT) will provide you with a luxury car that is modern and comfortable ride. Our driver who is always smiling and friendly will make you have unforgettable day.
8 – hour full day tour
Starting from early morning in Hoi An, we will assist you to spend a full day in Ba Na Hills. Thus, it is a great trip that you can expect to see everything in Ba Na Hills: from Golden Bridge, Linh Ung Pagoda, French Village, Lunar Castle, Theme Park, Linh Phong Tu Temple. This is designed for you just to have a long – lasting tour experience while you are in Hoi An.
Cold water and wet tissues are on offer
Booking private adventure with us, we will always have cold water and wet tissues for your use any time.
WHAT OTHER OPTIONS TO DO BA NA HILLS TOUR FROM HOI AN?
Option 1: Ba Na Hills & Marble Mountains
Taking Ba Na Hills Full Day Tour from Hoi An, you’ll combine two classic Central Vietnam destinations in a single amazing day. Begin your journey in Hoi An by visiting the mythical Marble Mountains, where you’ll discover hidden caves, Buddhist temples, and breathtaking vistas from stone stairways. In addition, you can learn about Buddism and know the war that happened around the mountains in the 1960′. Thus, Marble Mountains is such a good place for your hiking.
Then we are heading to Ba Na Hills for a picturesque cable car ride where you are lost in a dense forest. You then walk along the stunning Golden Bridge with magnificent views, and the charming French Village with 19th century typical French architectures. This combo provides guests with an appropriate balance of nature, culture, and entertainment for travelers who are looking for a full-day journey with variety and unique encounters.
Option 2: Lady Buddha statue & Ba Na Hills
Another choice for your Full Day Ba Na Hills Tour from Hoi An is to sightseeing Lady Buddha which located on the Monkey Mountain. Standing 67 meters tall, this spiritual icon overlooks Da Nang Bay and provides stunning coastal views. Thus, Kwan Yin statue is such a great place that you should not miss if you are looking for a great spot for your photos. It’s an ideal location for introspection and photography, surrounded by tranquil gardens and the Linh Ung Pagoda. After that, continue our journey to Ba Na Hills, where you’ll ride the cable car, walk the Golden Bridge, and discover the distinct charm of the French Village and surrounding attractions.
Option 3: Ba Na Hills Afternoon Tour from Hoi An & watch Dragon Bridge’s Water & Fire show on the weekends
If you want to see the Water & Fire Show on the weekends at Dragon Bridge, you might think about doing Ba Na Hills Afternoon Tour from Hoi An. Accordingly, a more leisurely day when you visit Ba Na Hills Tour in the afternoon from Hoi An, which is ideal for those who prefer a later start time. Arrive around midday to enjoy the cable car, Golden Bridge, and French Village at a peaceful pace with fewer crowds. Return to Da Nang in time for your dinner in a local restaurant then visit Son Tra Night Market. Wrap up your adventure with a stunning Dragon Bridge’s Water & Fire Show (offered every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening at 9 p.m). So, this trip is a magical combination of alpine elegance and riverfront drama to round out your day in style.
BA NA HILLS FULL DAY TRIP FROM HOI AN PRICE, TOUR INCLUSIONS, TOUR EXCLUSIONS
Price
Phong Nha Pioneer Travel more than 15 years in the business industry so we always try to give the best tour services as we can but we also offer you the tour with a competitive price.
Booking this Ba Na Hills Day Tour with us, you are not only happy about our services but what you expect to receive from us is to keep learning attitude from us, listen to what you offer and try our best to make your trip to Ba Na Hills a successful one.
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USEFUL TIPS FOR A MEMORABLE TIME IN BA NA HILLS?
Choose a good time
As we know, Ba Na Hills is the most well – known place in Da Nang city. Hence, the place is usually busy all year round. It is good that you can plan for your holiday in Ba Na Hills Da Nang a few months ahead. From our experience, in the summer time that lasts from April to July, let’s kick off Ba Na Hills 1 Day Tour from Hoi An in early morning to avoid the crowds and long queue. So, it assists you to have more time to take best pictures of Ba Na Hills. Furthermore, you can completely cover all the places in Ba Na Hills and take the cable car down before the thunder storm (it usually has thunder storm in summer in Ba Na Hills).
Book in Advance
If you prefer to register Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Private Tour from Hoi An, we suggest you to reserve the tour early. As we know, in the peak time of tourism season in Da Nang, it’s quite hard to find a local tour guide who escorts you the whole journey. Therefore, you should book the tour early to avoid the extra cost and have a maximum experience on your trip.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Ba Na Hills Da Nang is a big place. So, there is a lot of walking involved, including stairs, cobblestone streets, and garden paths. We suggest you to wear sneakers or comfy walking shoes for your adventure. In the summer, wear light shoes and wear warm shoes in the wet season to keep warm.
Bring Some Cash
Traveling to Ba Na Hills from Hoi An, if you want to buy some souvenirs for your friends, family, let’s bring some local cash with you. While most places in Ba Na Hills accept cards, having some cash is useful for snacks, souvenirs, or tipping your guide and driver after the tour ends.
HOW TO BOOK BANA HILLS PRIVATE TOUR FROM HOI AN?

Ba Na Hills: a must – do place
So, if you come to Hoi An or Da Nang city, Vietnam and would like to have The Best Bana Hills Tour from Hoi An, do not hesitate to contact Phong Nha Pioneer Travel
Via the company’s website
Website: https://phongnhapioneer.com/
Through email
Email: phongnhapioneer@gmail.com
Via whatsapp
Whatsapp at 0084 979613777 (Mr. Viet – Travel Manager)
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FAQs
How long does it take to travel from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills?
It takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours by car, depending on traffic conditions.
What is the best time to visit Ba Na Hills?
The best time to visit is early morning to avoid crowds and enjoy the cool weather. Clear skies are common between March and September.
What are the main attractions at Ba Na Hills?
Highlights include the Golden Bridge, French Village, Sun World Amusement Park, the Linh Ung Pagoda, Lunar Castle, Helios Waterfall, Linh Phong Tu Temple.
Is vegetarian food available at Ba Na Hills?
Yes, there are several restaurants offering vegetarian cuisine. Buffet options are also available.
What should I wear for a day trip?
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes in summer time from March to July while you might bring a light jacket as temperatures at the summit can be cooler and cold in wet season from mid – October till late February.
What’s the duration of the day trip?
A typical day trip lasts about 8 to 10 hours, including travel time from Hoi An.
To sum up, Ba Na Hills Day Trip from Hoi An is ideal for those seeking to combine nature, culture, and pleasure in one journey to avoid the heat in the city to relax in a cooling mountain of Ba Na. From the gorgeous Golden Bridge and thrilling cable car ride to the beauty of the French Village and tranquil pagodas, this tour provides a welcome respite from Hoi An’s coastal ambiance. Whether you’re traveling alone, with a partner, or with your family, Ba Na Hills offers breathtaking vistas, cold mountain air, and world-class attractions. It’s a must-do experience that will add charm to your Vietnam journey.