Private Tour
Chan May Shore Excursions: Visit Hue City or Danang & Hoi An
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OPTION 1 - Package Tour to Da Nang and Hoi An with Local Guide (about 7 hours including 2 ways transfer):
- Sightseeing Stops in beautiful Lap An Lagoon and local fishing village.
- Driving through amazing Hai Van Pass (Cloudy Pass in Da Nang City)
- Walking & shopping in beautiful Hoi An's Shopping Paradise of Vietnam
OPTION 2 - Package Tour to Hue Imperial Capital with Local Guide (about 7 hours including 2 ways transfer):
- Walking Tour in the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City of Hue Vietnam
- Learning about life of the Emperors, their Wives, Concubines and Eunuchs
- Visiting the most famous, oldest & nicest Pagoda in Hue named Thien Mu
- Learning about the importance of Buddhism to daily life of local people
- Enjoying Refreshing Dragon Boat Cruise on the Romantic Perfume River
OPTION 3 - Private Car with English Speaking Driver to Hue or Danang/Hoi An or Ba Na Hills (Golden Bridge)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hoi An Ancient Town
OPTION 1 - 7 HOURS TOUR: We drive Southward to beautiful Lap An Lagoon and Lang Co Bay for quick stop of Picture Moments before driving through the most beautiful scenic road of Vietnam to Hai Van Pass to get to Da Nang city - the 4th largest city of Viet Nam. Arrive to Hoi An Ancient Town, we will have the best well-known Hoi An local dish for lunch (Cao Lau Noodle) before taking a walking tour of Hoi An Market, Phuc Kien assembly hall, Chaozou assembly hall and Tan Ky ancient house, crossing the picturesque Japanese Covered Bridge. We will visit the LANTERN Workshop to see how the artisans make a lantern and you can buy some for souvenirs. After exploring amazing Hoi An Old City, our local guide will say goodbye to you and driver will drop you back to Chan May Cruise Port. We finish our fantastic Shore Excursions Hue to Da Nang and Hoi An around before Ship Departure.
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
OPTION 2 - 7 HOURS TOUR: We will visit the Former Capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen Dynasty of 13 Emperors from 1802 till 1945 and learn about Local History and Culture of Vietnamese Royalty with: 1. Hue Imperial Citadel: constructed from 1804-1833 by 2 first Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty (Gia Long & Minh Mang) and was the centre for Economy, Culture and Political Activities of Royal Family. 2. Thien Mu Pagoda: This is the oldest and most famous pagoda in Hue built from 1601 by the Founder of the Nguyen Family in this region (Nguyen Hoang). Pagoda was built and named so (Thien Mu Pagoda - Heavenly Lady Buddha Pagoda) after the story of local people when they dream about lady Buddha sitting on this hill. 3. Perfume River: we will take Dragon Boat Cruising on Romantic Perfume River for 30 minutes before our tour guide say goodbye to you and our driver will drop you back to Chan May Cruise Ship Port and we will finish Excursions to Hue City before ship departure.
What‘s Included
Please check each option, as we have some options with different itineraries, prices and inclusions.
Entry Fees and Local Meals are only included in Package Tour Option, but not in Private Car Option.
25usd/pax if pick-up inside the port (optional)
Things not mentioned in inclusions of options
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Small Group: Tour to Hue City
Min 2 Pax - Max 9 Pax: Small Group from Chan May to Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda with Dragon Boat on Perfume River (Local Guide will meet you in Hue).
Car / Mini Van and Dragon Boat: we try to pick you up nearest to the Port possible, depending on the ship you are on. Driver will have a sign with your name!
Duration: 7 hours: Tour takes about 7 hours. We will contact you again 2 days prior to departure to confirm pick-up time.
Lunch Included with: Local Specialty Food - Hue Noodle Soup with Beef/ Pork/ Crab Meat. Please confirm if you have special food requirements.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location: Prices of the excursions are for pick-up/Drop-off at the Border Check (500m walking from Exit Gate of the Chan May Port).
Tour Inclusions: Transport 2 Ways with Car/Van, Dragon Boat & Local Guide in Hue, Entry Fees to Sightseeing Places, Local Food for Lunch.
Tour Exclusions: Drinks (available to buy), Port Fee (if you like to pick-up inside the port), Travel Insurance, Tips for Service, Shopping.
Pickup included
Private Car to Danang & Hoi An
With English Speaking Driver: We use 4 and 7 seat air-conditioner car with English speaking driver for communication only, but not like a tour guide.
Sightseeing Places to Visit: Lap An Lagoon and Local Fishing Village, Hai Van Pass and Marble Mountains in Da Nang City, Hoi An Ancient Town
Duration: 8 hours: Include: 4.5 hours for 2 ways transfer from Port, 1 hour in Marble Mountains, and about 2 hours in Hoi An Ancient Town.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location: Prices of the excursions are for pick-up/Drop-off at the Border Check (500m walking from Exit Gate of the Chan May Port).
Trip Inclusions: Private Car with Experienced Driver 2 Ways from Chan May Port with Sighseeing, All Cost for Fuel, Road Tools and Parking Fee
Trip Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Tour Guide, Port Fee (if you like to pick-up inside the port), Entry Fee, Travel Insurance, Tips for Service.
Entry Fees to Buy: Marble Mountains (45k/p plus Optional 15k/p for Elevator), Hoi An Old Town (120k/p if you like to go inside old buildings)
Pickup included
Private Car to Golden Bridge
With English Speaking Driver: We use 4 and 7 seat air-conditioner car with English speaking driver for communication only, but not like a tour guide.
Sightseeing Places to Visit: Lap An Lagoon with Local Fishing Village, Hai Van Pass, Ba Na Hills with Cable Car and Golden Hands Bridge
Duration: 8 hours: Trip includes 3 hours for 2 ways transfer and sightseeing stops on the way. You need 3 to 5 hours in Ba Na Hills Theme Park.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location: Prices of the excursions are for pick-up/Drop-off at the Border Check (500m walking from Exit Gate of the Chan May Port).
Trip Inclusions: Private Car with Experienced Driver 2 Ways from Chan May Port with Sighseeing, All Cost for Fuel, Road Tools and Parking Fee.
Trip Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Tour Guide, Port Fee (if you like to pick-up inside the port), Entry Fee, Travel Insurance, Tips for Service.
Entry Fee to Ba Na Hills: You need to pay Entry Fee to Ba Na Hills (from 950K/Person), that will include cable car riding and fees for some activities.
Pickup included
Private Tour: Danang & Hoi An
By Private Car/Mini Van: Visit Lap An Lagoon, Hai Van Pass and Hoi An Ancient Town to learn about history of Vietnam and Champa Kingdom.
Duration: 7 hours: Trip takes about 7 hours. So please check if this itinerary fit with your ship's schedule.
Local Lunch included with: Cao Lau Noodle or My Quang Noodle (with Pork and Vegetable). Please confirm if you have special requirement for food.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location: Prices of the excursions are for pick-up/Drop-off at the Border Check (500m walking from Exit Gate of the Chan May Port).
Tour Inclusions: Transport 2 Ways with Car/Van, Dragon Boat & Local Guide in Hoi An, Entry Fees to Sightseeing Places, Local Food for Lunch.
Tour Exclusions: Drinks (available to buy), Port Fee (if you like to pick-up inside the port), Travel Insurance, Tips for Service, Shopping.
Pickup included
Private Tour: Visit Hue City
By Private Car & Dragon Boat: Visit Imperial Citadel, Forbidden City, Thien Mu Pagoda to learn about history and culture of Vietnamese Royalty.
Duration: 7 hours: Trip takes about 7 hours. So please check if this itinerary fit with your ship's schedule.
Local Lunch included with: Local Specialty Food - Hue Noodle Soup with Beef/ Pork/ Crab Meat. Please confirm if you have special requirement for food.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location: Prices of the excursions are for pick-up/Drop-off at the Border Check (500m walking from Exit Gate of the Chan May Port).
Tour Inclusions: Transport 2 Ways with Car/Van, Dragon Boat & Local Guide in Hue, Entry Fees to Sightseeing Places, Local Food for Lunch.
Tour Exclusions: Drinks (available to buy), Port Fee (if you like to pick-up inside the port), Travel Insurance, Tips for Service, Shopping.
Pickup included
Private Car to Hue Royal City
With English Speaking Driver: We use 4 and 7 seat air-conditioner car with English speaking driver for communication only, but not like a tour guide.
Sightseeing Places to Visit: The Citadel (Imperial City & Forbidden City), Thien Mu Pagoda, 1 Royal Tomb (choose from Tombs of Minh Mang/Tu Duc/Khai Dinh)
Duration: 8 hours: Include: 3 hours for 2 ways transfer from Port, 2 hours in Imperial City, 30 minutes in Thien Mu Pagoda, 40 minutes in 1 Tomb
Pick-up/Drop-off Location: Prices of the excursions are for pick-up/Drop-off at the Border Check (500m walking from Exit Gate of the Chan May Port).
Trip Inclusions: Private Car with Experienced Driver 2 Ways from Chan May Port with Sighseeing, All Cost for Fuel, Road Tools and Parking Fee.
Trip Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Tour Guide, Port Fee (if you like to pick-up inside the port), Entry Fee, Travel Insurance, Tips for Service.
Entry Fees to Buy: You need to buy tickets for sightseeing - Imperial City (200k/pax), Royal Tomb (150k/pax), and Free Entry for Thien Mu Pagoda
Pickup included
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome tour despite the rainy weather!
179matl,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even if the weather was poor, our driver David did an excellent job of making our trip interesting and enjoyable. He went out of his way to bring us to the best places, told us what to avoid given the weather, and explained a ton of things about Vietnam and the area along the way. Overall, it was an excellent tour and a fun adventure despite the rain.
Rainy Adventure
Roam289741,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phuongg, our tour guide was great! She gave us great information regarding the palace complex. She was very enthusiastic and clearly knowledgeable. The only thing was the cold and the rain but that was the weather.
Visit to Da Nang lady Buddha and pagoda with nana hills!
Sianyb1111,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today despite the pouring rain was a great experience. Our escort was super friendly and efficient with excellent suggestions of what we could do in awful weather conditions.
Fun time in Vietnam
Hunter H,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent city with an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and patient with every aspect of the tour. Our family had a fantastic time with beautiful scenery and an even nicer guide.
Private tour of Da Nang, Hoi An, and Marble Mountain
Justin S,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I visited Chan May on a cruise with my brother and parents. David picked us up from the port and drove us around all day to Da Nang, Hoi An, and Marble Mountain. He was very attentive, timely, and friendly. As this was a private excursion and not through the cruise line, we were worried about making it back to the ship in time but David kept us on time and we made it back with time to spare. Thanks David!
Best day in bana hills
Davie C,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Quanh was a great guide and driver! He went above and beyond to accommodate me and my mother for our daily excursion. He is a great driver and conversationalist and will give you the best recommendations for food and other important information you will need to know about Vietnamese culture
Fantastic Private Day Trip from Chan May Port to Huế
Harry S,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent full-day private tour from Chan May Port to Huế and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment we met our driver, everything was smooth, flexible, and well paced — exactly what you want on a cruise day with a fixed return time. We visited some of Huế’s most important historical and cultural sites, including Khai Dinh Tomb, Minh Mang Tomb, and Tu Duc Tomb, each very different in style and atmosphere and all fascinating in their own way. We also stopped at the beautiful Thiên Mụ Pagoda along the Perfume River, which was a peaceful and memorable highlight. In the city, we explored the Imperial City (Citadel), focusing on the main gates and palaces, which gave us a great sense of Huế’s imperial history without feeling rushed. We also had time to visit Đông Ba Market, pick up food at a supermarket, enjoy a Starbucks stop, and take a short, relaxing walk along the river — a perfect balance of sightseeing and downtime. A special thank you to our driver, Trương Viết Sơn, who was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the area. His route suggestions were smart and efficient, traffic timing was excellent, and he was flexible with changes throughout the day. We always felt relaxed and confident that we would return to the ship on time. Overall, this was a very well-organized and enjoyable day that showed us the best of Huế without stress. Highly recommended, especially if you’re visiting on a cruise stop and want to make the most of your time.
Driver Ba for Ba Na Hills
Z2857NVpamelao,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it was a very nice trip and our driver Ba was very helpful and accommodating. he showed us around and gave us information about the places we were visiting
Ancient history and modern day update!
EdY952,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Thuong on our trip to Hoi An through Da Nang. Thuong was through and very informative about the ancient city and modern Da Nang. We throughly enjoyed the tour!
Cruise excursion Chan May
martinoU2705XF,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver Nin was excellent. Communication before and during the trip really helped us believe this was going to be an exciting and interesting trip and so it proved. The sights we saw and pictures we took will all be looked back on with found memories. The drive was safe and comfortable. We got to spend the right amount of time at each place and never felt under any pressure or obligation to do or buy anything. Had enough time in Hoi An to eat and shop before safe return back to the ship in plenty of time. Thank you Nin.
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