My Son Holy Land & Hoi An Walking Tour - Full Day

This 1 day cultural tour (9 hours (8am-5pm)) centres on My Son Sanctuary — the spiritual and political capital of the ancient Champa Kingdom, set in a misty valley about 48 km from Hoi An. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, its brick Hindu towers were built between the 7th and 13th centuries. The route links My Son Sanctuary, Japanese Covered Bridge, Phung Hung Ancient House, Sa Huynh Museum, Chinese Assembly Hall and Hoi An Ancient Town at a calm, well-paced rhythm.

You travel with a private car or minivan with your own English-speaking guide, departing from your Hoi An hotel. Access to the sanctuary is by electric car and a short walk, so the focus stays on the temples, the Cham performances and the surrounding landscape.

Why this route works

My Son rewards travellers who want atmosphere and history over crowds — and the timing matters. The full-day pacing pairs the temples with more of Central Vietnam’s heritage. Comfortable transfers and a knowledgeable guide keep the day relaxed and well-organised.

What you will experience

• Pair the My Son Cham temples with a guided walk of Hoi An Ancient Town
• Watch the Apsara dance and longest-whistle Cham performance
• Visit five Hoi An heritage sites including the Japanese Covered Bridge
• Free time to wander the lantern-lit old town and riverfront

Who is this tour for

Best suited to history lovers, couples and families drawn to ancient architecture and Cham culture at an unhurried pace. The walking on site is light and on even paths, with electric-car transfers to the temple groups, so it suits most levels of fitness. As a private tour it flexes fully around your group and pace. The full-day format adds more of Central Vietnam’s heritage for those with time to spare.

What is included

• Two-way air-conditioned car/minivan
• Experienced driver
• Licensed English-speaking guide
• All entrance tickets: My Son (150,000 VND) + Hoi An Ancient Town (120,000 VND)
• Drinking water
• Lunch (My Quang local noodle)

Good to know

Central Vietnam is best visited February–August, when the weather is dry and warm; the rainy season runs September–November. My Son is most pleasant early in the morning or late afternoon when it is cooler and quieter. Dress modestly for the temples (covered shoulders and knees) and bring sun protection and comfortable walking shoes. As a private tour, the start time flexes around you (minimum 2 people). From $71 per person, the experience is reconfirmed by date and group size at booking.