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Car/Taxi A private vehicle will allow you to see the pass comfortably and is more convenient if you are travelling with a family or a large group. They are easily available for a day trip from nearby cities. Local TrainThis is the cheapest way to experience the view of the Hai Van Pass, but it does not allow for stops. Taking the train with the hard wooden seats and windows that can be opened is recommended. You can take a train from Danang to Lang Co, which is on the opposite side of the pass and is a 90-minute journey. Cycle There are cycling tours which start from Hoi An to the Hai Van pass, which is a distance of 60 kilometres. Although the incline is steep, those who complete it will be rewarded with the most beautiful of a cycling track. Going in the morning is recommended to avoid the harsh sun and traffic on the route. While the drive itself is quite pleasing, there are several sites along the way that you can make stopovers at while driving on this stunning highway. These include 1. Fishing Village As soon as you exit the village Hue, you will come upon a tiny fishing village. Depending on which direction you are headed to the village falls on your right or left-hand side. While there isn't much to see here, the villagers making an honest living fishing the treasures of the sea among green and serene surroundings is a welcome respite on your Elephant Springs The perfect place to make a stopover, Elephant Springs are steady stream water that flows into green pools below. However, be warned as there are very few English signs along the way, so you are well-advised to add these stops on your map before you leave. 3. Lang Co Beach While Lang Co Beach can be seen from the highway itself, it takes a skilled navigator to make their way to the beach itself! If you are lost, you can wait for one of the locals to show you the way. You are also likely to come upon stunning vistas of blue and silvery-white shores. The waters are also inviting and quite safe to swim in. 4. Marble Mountains Just a few kilometres shy of Da Nang, the Marble Mountains stand as silent sentinels of the city. Rich with relics of Buddhist Pagodas, temples, and caves, the marble mountains are worth a quick detour. In a 2008 episode of Top Gear, host Jeremy Clarkson described the Hai Van Pass motorbike tour “a deserted ribbon of perfection”. We couldn’t agree more as a ride through the Hai Van Pass is simply a must. It is one of the most quintessential roads in Vietnam, weaving through breathtaking mountains overlooking a stunning coastline. Located half an hour outside of Da Nang and an hour and a quarter from Hoi An, we think driving the 21 kilometres long Hai Van Pass is essential, whether you are spending time in Hoi An, Da Nang, or Hue. Hidden’s put together information on Hai Van Pass motorbike tour and hires. Along with the history of the pass, and a guide to the best places to stop along the way. A wide angle view of the Hai Van Pass and train as it makes its way along the coastline. Photo Hidden Hoi An What is The Hai Van Pass? The Hai Van Pass and the spur of the Truong Son Annamite mountain range, which it traverses, has played a large part in the history of Vietnam. The road itself is 21 kilometres long with inclines of up to 11 degrees at some points. It reaches a peak of 496 metres. The beauty of the landscape on show while driving over the pass cannot be understated. The road snakes its way up through the steep hills, surrounded by lush tropical jungle. It’s adorned with views out over the ocean and white sand beaches. From the southern side, the whole curve of Da Nang is visible. Then from the north sparkling Lang Co Beach is stunning. Geographically, the range of mountains split Vietnam into its southern and northern climates. The range protects Da Nang from the formidable “Chinese Winds”. They blow in from the northwest and can make for significant differences in climate. During the winter months November-March the northern side can be very cold and wet. However, on the southern side, it remains warm and dry. Check out our full article here on the weather in this area to help plan your trip. The jungle view from the Hai Van Pass which geographically splits northern and southern Vietnam. Photo Hidden Hoi An The History of the Hai Van Pass The mountains also made for a significant geopolitical boundary, separating the Champa and Dai Viet Kingdoms for centuries. The steep, unforgiving mountains were a tough obstacle to overcome in any conquest. The Hai Van Pass was also a crucial land link between the cities of Hue and Da Nang during the American War. The top of the pass has had fortifications to stop unauthorised passage since the Dai Viet Kingdom. Emperor Minh Mang’s Brick Gate Emperor Minh Mang built the imposing brick gate next to the road in the 19th Century. On one side of the gate, “The most grandiose gateway in the world” is inscribed. Surrounding the gateway are battle-scarred bunkers which were initially built by the French during the First Indochina War called the French war by Vietnamese and later used by American forces during the American War. Keep an eye out for the bullet holes on some of the bunkers. Now, the bunkers are empty, and all that the pass separates is the provinces of Quang Nam and Thua Thien–Hue. A motorbike loaded with flowers makes its way over the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An Before the construction of the six-kilometre-long Hai Van tunnel in 2005, the Hai Van Pass was a major bottleneck for traffic going from Hanoi to Saigon. The pass used to be infamous for its high death toll, but now with far less traffic, the road is much safer, if no less steep. Now, the Hai Van Pass is used mainly by tour buses, motorbike, and oil tankers which aren’t allowed in the tunnel. The country’s main train line also goes around and through the mountain range but at a lower elevation than the road. The views from the train are equally good so make sure that you are awake when you pass through. The reunification express train photographed crossing the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An Best Time To Visit The Hai Van Pass The best time to ride the pass is later in the dry season towards September. By this point, the sun is still shining, but the heat is not so overwhelming as it can be earlier in the season. That being said, the pass is a great ride any time of the year, but extra caution needs to be taken when it’s wet. Because of the nature of the pass, sometimes the top can become shrouded in mist, blocking the views. However, it usually only covers the very top section, and there are still great views to be had on either side. Plus the mist gives it a great atmosphere, and with the lush jungle, it can feel like you’re riding into Jurassic Park. When riding the Hai Van Pass, make sure that you have the essentials with you Sunscreen, long-sleeved tops, and long pants are useful for minimising that bikers tan line. During the cooler months, a warmer and waterproof layer is also recommended because it can get quite cold on the top of the pass. It’s a good idea to have some water with you but not as essential as you can’t ride for long without seeing somewhere that sells it. A group of riders seen navigating one of the big hairpin turns on the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An Riding Solo ‒ What You Need to Know One of the most popular ways to see the Hai Van Pass is to rent a motorbike and take a tour of it, even going all the way to Hue. The freedom to stop where you want and make detours to wherever you like are the main reasons to ride the Hai Van Pass yourself. We recommend that you have motorbike riding experience before attempting the pass, mainly if you will be riding with a passenger as some of the corners are very tight. From Hoi An it takes about an hour and a half tour to get to the start of the Hai Van Pass and to get from one side of the pass to the other only takes about 45 minutes on a good motorbike. We recommend you take your time and allow at least an hour and a half for stops and photos. A fuel tanker passes motorbikes as it climbs the Hai Van Pass. These large, slow vehicles create real danger on this road. Photo Hidden Hoi An Renting a Motorbike There are many places in Hoi An where you can hire motorbikes. What company you choose to go with will depend on how far you plan to go. If you want to go all the way to Hue, then you will want a more comfortable bike and luggage transfer. Otherwise, a one-day rental will be excellent. Hidden Hint To make your ride up the hill more enjoyable, be sure to hire a bike with a decent sized engine. Riding up the pass going the same speed as the big trucks is no fun. The prices for daily rentals at local shops in Hoi An start at 80,000 VND USD and 160,000 VND 7 USD at the bigger companies. Luggage transfer is 40,000 VND USD per day. We have written about the process of renting a motorbike in Vietnam with Style Motorbikes, in our article about driving from Hue to Hoi An. We have also collated a list of the most reliable motorbike rental shops in Hoi An and written an introduction to motorbike rental in Vietnam – both excellent reading material before tackling this journey! Hai Van Pass Route Directions from Hoi An to the Hai Van Pass Getting to the start of the Hai Van Pass from Hoi An is a relatively simple exercise in staying next to the beach until you get to the bottom of the hills. The only slightly more complicated part is getting through Da Nang. The route we recommend takes a few minutes longer than the most direct route but is much more enjoyable and more comfortable to follow as it avoids going straight through the centre of Da Nang. Click here to open the directions in Google Maps. Hairpin turns and steep climbs make the Hai Van Pass a challenging drive. Photo Hidden Hoi An From Hoi An, drive up the main road Hai Ba Trung towards An Bang Beach and then turn left at the last set of traffic lights. Stay on the coast road for the next 20 kilometres until you come to a large roundabout. Turn left here and continue straight through the next two roundabouts until you have crossed over the Dragon Bridge. Take the first right turn at the other end of the bridge to stay on the road next to the river. Continue on this road for two kilometres and stay left at the fork in the road. Then go straight through the roundabout. At the end of the road, turn left and stay on the road next to the coast. It will swing to the left and connect to the main road. At the main road turn right and stay on this road which takes you to the start of the pass road. The Best Viewing Stops on the Hai Van Pass The main reason to ride the Hai Van Pass is for the beautiful views. But there are also some great spots to stop and relax. Here are our top picks for photo opportunities and other activities. Hidden Hint Make sure to take a towel or similar with you to cover the motorbike seat when you stop to take photos. It only takes a minute or two before the sun heats the seat, enough to make it painful to get back on. Tourists make their way up to the old French bunker which tops the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An The Old French Bunker The main viewing point is at the old French bunker at the very top of the Hai Van Pass. There are some restaurants up here, and it’s where all the tour buses stop so expect to see a lot of tourists. You can get some great views from here looking both north and south. There is nothing to stop you from pulling over at any point you think warrants a photo. Just be sure that you are well out of the way of traffic and keep your wits about you as the trucks are very big and sometimes come very close. The best places on the road to stop are at the sharp corners and hairpin bends which give you unimpeded views. In particular the one here, which is the last big corner before the summit. On the other side, a great view out to the ocean can be found here. One of the best spots is here, just before you cross the train track at the bottom of the pass. From this point, you look out across the water to Lang Co where you can see the beach, the town, and the new bridge leading into the Hai Van Tunnel. This is also the same spot where the hosts stopped during the 2008 Top Gear episode. The train from Da Nang to Hue seen as it winds along the Hai Van Pass coastline. Photo Hidden Hoi An Food and Drinks We recommend taking a bottle of water and a banh mi with you. This way you can stop and have a snack on your way up the pass. But there are also places to buy food along the way. At the top of the pass, there are a few different coffee shops which sell snacks, cold drinks, and some basic meals. Expect prices here to be a bit higher than down at sea level. If you’re after somewhere with more options and better pricing, then it’s best to go to the restaurants on either side of the Hai Van Pass. On the south side of the pass, you can stop at one of the many restaurants in or on the edges of Da Nang. While on the north side there are some delicious seafood restaurants in the small town of Lang Co. Be Than Restaurant in Lang Co serves excellent seafood with an impressive view. Photo Hidden Hoi An Hidden Hint Be Than Restaurant in Lang Co is one of the best seafood restaurants in the area. The food is great and reasonably priced food served fresh in a wonderful setting which overlooks the lagoon. It’s well worth a stop here if you’re passing through. The Hai Van Pass is undoubtedly the star of any road trip that passes through it, but that doesn’t mean that there is nothing else worth seeing. These are some great detours on both sides of the pass that are worth your time visiting. Off the Beaten Track If you want to add some extra action on your motorbike tour to your Hai Van Pass trip, you should consider going off the beaten track. Starting here, at the last hairpin bend before the summit, is a very small winding road which is just a dirt track at some points. It goes around the mountain below the crowded main viewpoint and offers some great views without the tourists. It is a very adventurous track and should only be attempted by experienced riders with an appropriate motorbike. The track reconnects with the main road on the other side of the pass and adds just over an hour to the trip. A view north from the Hai Van Pass summit with the road itself seen through the lush vegetation. Photo Hidden Hoi An Son Tra Peninsula The Son Tra Peninsula is an easy addition to a trip over the Hai Van Pass and offers comparable views without all the other tourists. It’s a great ride around the lush, forested hills and the steep road 18% at some points and all its curves make for an enjoyable ride. The peninsula is also home to the Linh Ung Pagoda which has the massive statue of Lady Buddha standing a whopping 67 metres high which can be seen from much of Da Nang. This and the viewpoint at the top of the hill make the Son Tra Peninsula a great addition to any trip near Da Nang. To get there, simply stay on the main road right next to the beach from Hoi An and you will end up there. Do the same if you are coming from the pass. Stay on the road closest to the beach until you reach the peninsula. Riding the loop, including stopping at the lookout, only takes just over an hour and will only cost you 2,000 VND USD to park at the summit. Be sure to bring your camera. Hidden Hint Some of the sections of road are very steep and can be more challenging for inexperienced riders. If you are a confident rider and want to go up all the steep sections, then make the loop clockwise. If you are less confident, then make the loop counter-clockwise to make it easier. Lang Co Beach On the north side of the pass is the small fishing town of Lang Co. It is bisected by both a river and the main highway. The town has some great seafood restaurants at very reasonable prices, and it also has some lovely beach. Turn left at this petrol station after crossing the river, and the road will take you straight to, what is usually a deserted beach. There are a few restaurants here which will try to get you to park in their spot. But there’s nothing to stop you pulling up pretty much anywhere. The sun in the middle of the day is scorching, and there is minimal shade, so we recommend timing it for the morning or afternoon. Be careful if you do go swimming because the waves here can be quite powerful sometimes. A view of the lagoon and crab pots in Lang Co. We highly recommend circling the lagoon before returning over the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An Elephant Springs Suoi Voi Once over the pass if you are willing to drive another 15 kilometres, we highly recommend you go to Elephant Springs. Here, you find a riverbed with sets of dammed up pools where you can bathe in crystal clear water. Locals have built small platform-like huts on the riverside which offer shade and beer. Therefore making it the ideal location to spend the hot hours of the day. Adding this option to your Hai Van Pass adventure turns it into a real day trip. Giving you the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. The turnoff to Elephant Springs is not signposted and can be quite hard to find. It requires doing a u-turn around the barrier to go down a small side street of the main highway. The best way to do this is to use Google maps or for directions. Click here for the location. To get there, you will pass through a ticket booth on the road. It costs 15,000 VND USD per person to get through. 2,000 VND USD per motorbike to go through. Once on the other side keep going up the road continuing to the carpark at the end. Once you arrive at the entrance, you will be greeted and lead to one of the poolside huts. You have to use one of these huts to get into the pools, and they do charge for them. Prices range from 25,000 VND 1 USD 100,000 VND USD. Make sure to bargain and agree on a price before you swim to avoid any surprises. Food and drink are also available but can be quite pricey. Bathers enjoying a refreshing dip at Elephant Springs. Photo Dyon Tran Directions from Hoi An to Hue via the Hai Van Pass A popular trip to make is to go from Hoi An to Hue by the Hai Van Pass motorbike tour. The route is so popular because it is a fun ride over the pass. It takes in some beautiful scenery, and can quickly be done in a day, including stops to relax and cool down. The trip can be made as a one-way trip. But you can easily stay a night or two and come back the same way. Alternatively, you could turn the trip into a multi-day motorbike adventure. So you ride a loop going from Hoi An to Prao, then on to Hue before coming back over the Hai Van Pass. A more in-depth description of this route can be found here. Whatever option you choose, you’ll need to hire a motorbike for the trip. Read the earlier section on hiring a motorbike for one-way and multi-day options. The Other Side of the Pass Once you get to the other side of the Hai Van Pass, there are two main routes to get to Hue. The fastest way is to stay on the main highway all the way to Hue. This takes about three and a half hours from Hoi An. Our preference is to stay on the road next to the coast which splits off after Lang Co. This takes you through smaller towns. There is nothing to stop you making as many detours as you like to some of the fantastic beaches. This way takes about four and a half hours. But is well worth the extra time. Click here for the Google Maps directions. Hidden Hint Motorbikes are not allowed to ride through the Hai Van Tunnel. But you can to take the shuttle service which runs around the clock. It costs 30,000 VND USD to shuttle a motorbike through the tunnel. Cutting out 20 kilometres of road and saving 30 minutes to an hour of travel time. Stunning mountain views await travellers as the cross the Hai Van Pass, just be sure to bring your camera! Photo Hidden Hoi An Guided Motorbike Tours of The Hai Van Pass The Hai Van Pass can be quite a daunting undertaking if you’re not confident on a motorbike. There are so many places to see that it can be hard to know where to go. If you still want the full experience but don’t want to go it alone then consider a tour. There are lots of motorbike tours available that give you the thrill of riding up one of the world’s most beautiful coastal roads. You’ll have the benefit of a local guide too who can show you all the best spots. In Hoi An, you will likely be approached by bikers offering you tours around the countryside or further afield to places like the Hai Van Pass. A lot of locals offer easy-rider tours. It is important to know that easy-rider is not a brand. Therefore the level of service can vary dramatically between drivers. Easy-riders are usually bigger bikes with a passenger seat that has a backrest to make longer journeys more comfortable. If you decide to go on a longer tour with an easy rider, make sure that you get along with the driver first. You will be spending your whole journey with them, so it helps. There are multiple reputable companies which offer bike tours to the Hai Van Pass and beyond. Here are our top picks Hoi An Motorbike Adventures Address Nguyễn Chí Thanh, Trang Keo hamlet, Cam Ha Started in 2009 and now the largest motorbike tour operator in Central Vietnam, Hoi An Motorbike Adventures are old hands at touring around Hoi An and the Hai Van Pass. They have tours ranging from one to three days, one way to Hue or returning to Hoi An. In addition you have the option to ride your own motorbike if you wish. Prices for a full day return tour over the pass start at 1,900,000 VND 82 USD. Vespa Adventures Address 134 Tran Cao Van Vespa Adventures offer tours around Hoi An and all through Vietnam and Cambodia. If you want to cruise your way up the Hai Van Pass on the back of an authentic Vespa, then look no further. Their tour through the Hai Van Pass to Hue is a full day adventure and starts at 4,150,000 VND 179 USD. This tour can also be done in the other direction, travelling from Hue to Hoi An. Easy Rider Hoi An Address 109 Le Hong Phong Mr Thong has been running easy rider tours in Hoi An for a long time and really knows his way around. They offer one-day return trips over the Hai Van Pass, as well as longer one-way rides to Hue and beyond. Prices for a full-day return tour to the Hai Van Pass including the Marble Mountains start at 1,000,000 VND 43 USD. The signature orange bikes and helmets of Vespa Adventures as they drive up the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An Jeep Tours of the Hai Van Pass If two wheels isn’t your style, then consider cruising up the Hai Van Pass on a retro jeep tour. The jeeps can take three or four passengers so it is a great option for groups or families. Most of the jeeps are convertible or open-top. So you still get to enjoy the wind in your hair without having to ride a motorbike. Hoi An Jeep Adventures offers a Hai Van Pass & Coast tour from Hoi An to Hue. The full day trip costs 3,360,000 VND 145 USD per person. Tours require a minimum of two people to run however there are often groups for solo travellers to join. Bus Tours of the Hai Van Pass The only way to go on a bus tour over the Hai Van Pass is if you are travelling to Hue. All the buses going over the Hai Van Pass will stop at the top for you to get out and take some photos. Taking a bus is definitely the cheapest way to get to Hue. However, you don’t get the same experience as going on a jeep or motorbike tour. The view of Da Nang from the top of the Hai Van Pass. Photo Hidden Hoi An Hidden’s Thoughts If you’re confident and comfortable on a motorbike, you won’t want to miss this part of Vietnam. This ride is going to be a dream come true for you. There is no need to be put off if you don’t want to ride a motorbike either. Simply remove the stress from the occasion and opt for a guided tour, sit back, and enjoy the ride. Known as one of the most beautiful mountain passes in Vietnam, the Hai Van Pass in Da Nang has become a dream destination for many adventurous travelers. Everyone wants to conquer the majestic pass and check in at the peak of Hai Van Quan. Despite its fame, many people still have vague knowledge about this place. Moreover, despite its poetic charm, the Hai Van Pass is also listed among the most treacherous mountain passes, so in this article, will help you clarify how to travel from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang, how far it is, and what transportation should be used. Hai Van Pass and information you should is Hai Van Pass and how long is it?History of formation and the name Hai on Hai Van many kilometers is it from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass?Hai Van Pass – Explore the most adventurous route in Central transportation options are available from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass?From Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by MotorcycleFrom Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by Private CarFrom Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by BusFrom Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by taxiMust-visit spots on the Hai Van Pass in Co Bay with its exquisite An May Village, Ma Mountain – a Hue tourist destination as beautiful as a Van Quan is compared to the top heroic pass of the Lonely Pine Doan Ca Bridge and Hai Van North “Death Corner” at the Coffee Shop on Turtle Rock notes to know when traveling on the Hai Van Pass in Da Nang. Hai Van Pass and information you should know. Where is Hai Van Pass and how long is it? Located about 20km from the center of Da Nang city and about 8km from Hue city, Hai Van Pass winds on a branch of the Bach Ma mountain range, lying on the border of both Da Nang and Hue. The pass is about 500m above sea level and is approximately 20km long. Although not too high, its length and strategic location have made Hai Van Pass well-known. History of formation and the name Hai Van. Regarding the name, why is this pass called “Hai Van”? Perhaps this is also the question of many people. In fact, the name “Hai Van” comes from the scenery here, with white clouds covering the pass all year round, while the sea stretches below. “Van” means clouds, and “hai” means sea, so combined together, we have “Hai Van”, which is quite a reasonable explanation, right? According to another source, Hai Van Pass is also called Ai Van, because there is a gate on the top of the pass. According to ancient history books, Hai Van Pass used to be the boundary between Champa and Dai Viet. After Champa was defeated by the Ho dynasty, the Champa king cut land to make peace, so Hai Van Pass later belonged to Dai Ngu – the name of our country in the past. Climate on Hai Van Pass. Although the Hai Van road tunnel has been built, making it easier to travel between Da Nang and Hue, Hai Van Pass still acts as a wall that blocks the climate between the two regions. Standing on the top of the pass, one can clearly feel the difference in weather between the south and north sides. While Da Nang is still warm and sunny, it can already be cold in Hue in the morning. offer private car trips from Da Nang to Hue where you can visit Hai Van Pass, Lang Co Beach, Lap An Lagoon,… How many kilometers is it from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass? The distance from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass is about 20 km to the north. However, travel time on this mountain pass can take around 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the level of traffic congestion and weather conditions. If traveling by car or motorbike, you will have to face winding roads, sometimes quite dangerous and requiring high driving skills. However, with beautiful scenery of the sea, grass fields, forests, and unique architectural works along the way, Hai Van Pass is still one of the attractive tourist destinations in Central Vietnam. Hai Van Pass – Explore the most adventurous route in Central Vietnam. It’s no surprise that Hai Van Pass is one of the most beautiful and impressive coastal passes in the world. This place not only boasts majestic mountain and ocean scenery but also twists and turns through curves and bends. The Hai Van Pass begins on a paved road in Lien Chieu district, stretches 20km across the mountains and winds around the mountain ranges, culminating in Thua Thien Hue province. Hai Van Pass – One of the most beautiful passes in Vietnam. Although there is now a Hai Van road tunnel, many still prefer to take the pass. It’s only when you set foot on the Hai Van Pass that you’ll understand why people are so passionate about conquering it. With towering and magnificent mountains on one side and the vast ocean on the other, the pass road winds like a soft silk strip, standing out against the deep green background of the forest. All of this has woven a harmonious picture, mesmerizing people’s hearts. When talking about Hai Van Pass, people not only remember the magnificent scenery but also recall the treacherous curves and bends of the pass road. Just the thought of the feeling of rushing through the curves is enough to bring excitement. Or standing at a spot on the pass, admiring the Lang Co Bay, or turning back to see the modern and youthful Danang, all of which are enough to make you nostalgic. What transportation options are available from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass? To travel from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang, there are several different transportation options and choices for tourists. Below are some popular ways to travel From Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by Motorcycle This is the most popular and convenient choice for traveling from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang. The road from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang is only about 20 km, and travel time ranges from 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the level of traffic congestion and weather conditions. Booking a motorbike tour from Danang to Hai Van Pass is a great choice if you love adventure Riding a motorcycle over Hai Van Pass is always the most thrilling feeling. Not only do you get to admire the vast and beautiful nature of the sea, sky, and mountains, but it’s also an experience and a personal challenge. However, not everyone can ride a motorcycle up the pass as there are still many dangerous risks. But don’t worry too much, you can book a motorcycle tour from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass with a knowledgeable guide who knows the road well and has a safe driving style, ensuring you a safe journey. From Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by Private Car Many hotels and travel companies in Da Nang offer shuttle services from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang. This is a convenient and safer option for those who are unfamiliar with the route and do not want to drive themselves. provides private car services from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass. We have many years of experience in transporting tourists in Da Nang, so you don’t have to worry as our drivers will provide you with the best trip possible. Your job is just to enjoy the magnificent scenery of Hai Van Pass, with professional drivers who speak English and can pick you up at your hotel, airport, train station, or anywhere in Da Nang. From Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by Bus At Hai Van Pass, there are many daily bus routes to Da Nang. Taking the bus is a cost-saving option, but travel time will take longer compared to motorbike or personal car. In addition, choosing the bus option, you cannot stop along the way where you want, so you should reconsider your purpose of visiting Hai Van Pass before thinking about choosing a bus. From Da Nang to Hai Van Pass by taxi If you do not want to drive yourself or take the bus, taxi is a convenient and fast option to travel from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang. However, the cost will be higher than other means of transportation. Here are some taxi companies in Da Nang and their phone numbers Mai Linh Taxi +84 2363 56 56 56 Vinasun Green Taxi +84 2363 68 68 68 Tien Sa Taxi +84 2363 72 72 72 Song Han Taxi +84 2363 65 65 65 Faifoo Taxi +84 2363 72 72 72 Note Please keep in mind that phone numbers may change over time, so it’s a good idea to check the company’s website or local listings for updated information. To travel from Hai Van Pass to Da Nang, there are various modes of transportation and choices available. If you want to save costs, you can take a bus, or if you prefer convenience, you can travel by motorbike, personal car or taxi. However, if you are not familiar with the route or want to be safer, you can rent a shuttle service from or book a motorbike tour from Da Nang to Hai Van Pass. Must-visit spots on the Hai Van Pass in Danang. Lang Co Bay with its exquisite beauty. As soon as you reach the Hai Van Pass and cross over into Hue, you will come across a picturesque view of the sea that is Lang Co Bay. Its pristine and serene beauty has attracted many tourists from both inside and outside the country. If you have time, you should spend at least a day exploring all the attractions in Lang Co Bay. Lap An Lagoon. Just after Lang Co Bay lies a beautiful lagoon, nestled in the Bach Ma Mountains, known as Lap An Lagoon. This place boasts a surprisingly peaceful landscape, which is reminiscent of a tranquil watercolor painting, evoking the name “Tuyet Tinh Coc.” When trekking on the Hai Van Pass and visiting Lang Co Bay, be sure to take some photos to capture the essence of Tuyet Tinh Coc in Ninh Binh or Da Lat. Chan May Beach. With a name as alluring as its beauty, Chan May Beach is a dreamy paradise. Every summer, visitors to Hue flock to Chan May Beach, which includes both Canh Duong Beach, Binh An Beach, and Chan May Port. Van Village, Danang. Located in Hoa Hiep Bac Commune, Lien Chieu District, Danang, Van Village is a small village situated at the foot of the Hai Van Pass. Despite being a somewhat secluded area, Van Village, Danang still holds a great appeal to young people. In addition to admiring the beautiful scenery and swimming in the ocean, you can also participate in fishing activities at Bai Chinh, Bai Dua, and Bai Xoan, among others. Bach Ma Mountain – a Hue tourist destination as beautiful as a painting. Standing at an elevation of 1444 meters above sea level, Bach Ma Mountain is part of Bach Ma National Park, with lush greenery throughout the year, including a diverse system of waterfalls, streams, and forests. The road to Bach Ma Mountain is steep and winding, and as you ascend, the rugged landscape becomes more apparent, offering visitors a chance to admire many beautiful views. According to experienced climbers, you can choose to hike or drive up, but motorbikes can only go a short distance and must be transferred by car. Hai Van Quan is compared to the top heroic pass of the world. Built during the Tran Dynasty and renovated in 1862 during the reign of King Minh Mang, Hai Van Pass has a special meaning. The gate overlooking Thua Thien Hue has the words “Hai Van Quan”, while the gate overlooking Quang Nam – Da Nang has the words “the top heroic pass of the world”. Since the Nguyen Dynasty, Hai Van Quan has been an important gate, serving as the gateway to the Hue Imperial Citadel from the South. Although it is still known as the “boundary” between Hue and Da Nang, Hai Van Quan is located in Lang Co town, Phu Loc district. This structure is actually a military cluster, consisting of many warehouses, fortresses, and artillery. Visitors traveling from Da Nang to Hue or vice versa often stop at this area to visit and take photos. The Lonely Pine Tree. You don’t have to go all the way to Da Lat to see a lonely pine tree. Right at Hai Van Pass, there is a lonely pine tree standing tall, waiting for you. If you start from Da Nang, you will see the pine tree standing alone on the right side of the road, located between the foot and the summit of Hai Van Pass. Perhaps there is nothing special about this lonely pine tree, but its branches provide shade and comfort for visitors, and it grows in a very eye-catching curve. Dome Doan Ca Bridge and Hai Van North Station. As the train station connecting Lang Co Hue and Hai Van Da Nang, Hai Van North Station will take you to a beautiful train route that resembles Japan. Standing on this railway, you will feel as if you are lost in a mysterious world, completely separated from the outside world. If you continue along the railway for a little while, you will see Dome Doan Ca Bridge, a “super giant” bridge where you can watch the train running very clearly. The “Death Corner” U-turn. On the way to conquering Hai Van Pass, young adventurers often whisper about a very famous landmark, the U-turn “Death Corner”. Although it is difficult and somewhat dangerous, it is also the most checked-in coordinates. From here, it is very easy to capture the magnificent mountain and forest scenery, with the vast ocean below. Taking photos here is an art, but remember to do it when there are no cars around. Contemplating at the Coffee Shop on Turtle Rock Island. After passing the lonely pine tree, you will see a coffee shop on Turtle Rock Island. Here, you can immerse yourself in the poetic atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful scenery. It’s easy to spot the majestic mountain and forest scenery, with the vast ocean below. Taking photos here is an art, but remember to do it when there are no cars around. Some notes to know when traveling on the Hai Van Pass in Da Nang. To have stunning photos and the safest trip, you should choose to travel on the Hai Van Pass in Da Nang on sunny days when the air is clean and cool, making it very interesting to admire the scenery. There are some beautiful moments you should capture, such as sunrise and sunset, but be especially careful because it takes a lot of time to get here. Moreover, if you do not know the exact timing, it is possible that it will be dark while you are still on the pass. On the pass, there are extremely dangerous sharp turns, and if you are not a skilled driver, you should not drive. Furthermore, to handle the extreme turns on this pass, remember to rent a high-quality motorbike because if it breaks down, there will be no repair shops around. To recharge your energy during the pass journey, remember to bring some snacks such as cakes, candy, and fruits. If not, when you reach the Phu Loc district, you can stop there to drink water and eat. Because it is quite cold on the top of Hai Van Quan, the temperature can drop to 12-15 degrees Celsius, so remember to bring a jacket, and in winter, choose a slightly thicker one. Fog can make you sick if your health is already weak. Although exploring the Hai Van Pass is not too difficult, you can still do it alone. But to have more fun, be more confident, and most importantly, support each other in emergencies, it is still best to find a travel companion, or even better, a group of friends. There are various means of transportation for travelers to choose from when traveling from Da Nang to Hoi An. You should base your choice on your financial conditions, needs, and personal preferences to choose the most suitable type of transportation. We wish you a happy journey and see you in the next sharing articles Last updated May 2019 Words and photos by Vietnam CoracleThis post was last updated 4 years ago. Please check the comments section for possible updates, or read more on my Updates & Accuracy page. INTRODUCTION GUIDE MAP RELATED POSTS A contender for the most famous road in Vietnam, the Hai Van Pass is a short but scenic route winding around a mountainside above the East Sea, on the central coast. Đèo Hải Vân – Ocean Cloud Pass – is famous for a number of reasons as a geographic and political boundary between ancient kingdoms; as a climatic divide between the tropical south and the subtropical north; and as a strategic military post during times of war, both ancient and modern. But, most recently, the Hai Van Pass is famous, quite simply, as a great road trip linking the popular central Vietnamese destinations of Hoi An, Danang, and Hue. For Vietnamese and foreign road-trippers alike, the Hai Van Pass is a favourite ride, its fame bolstered by the popularity of the Top Gear Vietnam Special 2008, in which the presenters waxed lyrical about the pass, inspiring a generation of travellers to take to the road on two wheels and hit the Hai Van Pass. Although it’s certainly not the greatest road in Vietnam, the Hai Van Pass is still a lot of fun to ride, with excellent views, light traffic, and easy access from several cities. One of the most famous roads in Vietnam, the Hai Van Pass makes a great & relatively easy road trip [Back Top] GUIDE THE HAI VAN PASS BY MOTORBIKE ROAD TRIP DETAILS Total Distance 165km or 135km Duration 1-3 days Route the scenic coastal route between Hoi An, Danang & Hue [MAP] Road Conditions good, smooth, wide highways, paved back-roads, light traffic Scenery high coastal passes, excellent sea views, empty beaches, fishing villages, farmland, cities CONTENTS ABOUT THIS ROUTE ROUTE MAP HISTORY & COMMENTARY DIRECTIONS ACCOMMODATION The Hai Van Pass weaves around a mountainous headland as it meets the sea in Central Vietnam [Back to Contents] ABOUT THIS ROUTE The Hai Van Pass can be ridden as a day-trip from any of the three main cities on either side of it Hoi An, Danang, and Hue. Alternatively, the Hai Van Pass is a great way to ride all the way between these three cities via an extended coastal route, which avoids busy Highway 1 for the vast majority of the way, and uses quiet, scenic coast roads instead see the blue line on my map. Although this route is slightly longer than taking Highway 1 see the brown line on my map, it’s far more scenic, more rewarding, and quieter not to mention safer. Renting motorbikes in any of the three cities should be fairly easy, and some rental companies even offer one-way pick-up and drop-off services, allowing you to ride in one direction without having to return to your starting point to give the bike back. The total distance for the scenic coastal route between Hoi An, Danang, and Hue is 165km. This can be completed in one day, or you can break it up into 2-3 days, by staying somewhere in the middle see Accommodation. There are several options for side routes along the way see the red lines on my map, including exploring the scenic roads around the Son Tra Peninsular, getting lost on the paved lanes and muddy tracks leading down to the coast from the top of the Hai Van Pass, and short detours to Elephant Springs and Bach Ma National Park. The best time of year is April to September; at other times, the pass can be covered in cloud and very wet. After riding the Hai Van Pass you can loop back via the mountains on the Ho Chi Minh Road, as described in the Golden Loop, or you can continue along coastal back-roads to Dong Hoi and Phong Nha, following the Tomb Rider route. Riding between Hoi An, Danang & Hue via the Hai Van Pass is a great road trip with spectacular views [Back to Contents] ROUTE MAP The Hai Van Pass Hoi An-Danang-Hue 165km or 135km View in a LARGER MAP [Back to Contents] HISTORY & COMMENTARY Đèo Hải Vân – Ocean Cloud Pass – is a mountainous stretch of road in Central Vietnam. On days when vapour from the East Sea rises into the forests and clings to the mountaintops, the pass lives up to its poetic name. But, despite its romantic title, the Hai Van Pass has always been something of a frontier a boundary of kingdoms and climate; often fought over, sometimes tragic but never losing its ability to inspire awe. The Hai Van Pass has a long been a physical barrier; now it is best known for its fabulous views During the American War’, the Hai Van Pass was known as the Street Without Joy’. Back then, the pass connected the two war-scarred cities of Hue and Danang via the dangerous and hotly contested Highway 1. Thanks to a tunnel under the mountains, completed in 2005, the Hai Van Pass today is the Street Without Traffic’. The majority of transport now takes the tunnel, which leaves the Hai Van Pass – one of the most scenic coastal roads in Vietnam – to two-wheeled vehicles and the occasional oil truck both of which are not allowed through the tunnel. The spectacular Hai Van Pass is perfect for a relatively easy, safe and short motorbike trip between the popular tourist spots of Hoi An/Danang to the south and Hue to the north. A tunnel under the mountain takes most the of the heavy traffic, leaving the Hai Van Pass virtually empty The Hai Van Pass is a natural wall a mountainous finger of land jutting into the East Sea. This is an east-west spur of the Truong Son Annamite Range that runs north to south along the western spine of Vietnam. For centuries this natural barrier represented the limit of one kingdom and the beginning of another. The Hindu Kingdom of Champa resided south of the Hai Van Pass, while the Confucian-Buddhist Kingdom of Dai Viet was to the north. The two kingdoms fought constantly to control land either side of the pass. The Cham pushed as far north as the Dai Viet capital of Thang Long Hanoi in 1371.* Partly due to the favourable climate and fertility of the land south of the Hai Van Pass, the Cham in this area were known as the Coconut Palm Group’. The Hai Van Pass sheltered the Cham from strong, cold winds and storms that blew from the north. Known as Chinese Winds’, these still ravage territory north of the pass each year during the typhoon months’, which are usually around September and October. *Historical information in this article is based solely on my reading of various sources and conversations with local people. I make no claims as an historian. The mountains of the Hai Van Pass formed the border between kingdoms; they’re still a climatic divide The good climatic conditions south of the Hai Van Pass helped to build the Cham civilization, which lasted for more than a thousand years, from the 3rd century onwards. It was the lure of the land of the Coconut Palm Cham’ that led to its eventual conquest. Dai Viet, to the north of the Hai Van Pass, was growing steadily thanks to liberation from Chinese rule in AD938 followed by two strong imperial dynasties, the Ly 1009-1225 and the Tran 1225-1400. Agricultural productivity and population were on the rise, but unpredictable weather and devastating flooding in the Red River Delta was a constant threat to stability. With China looming large over their northern borders, Dai Viet looked to the south for more land and a better climate for their growing population. After centuries of fighting, it was the Le Dynasty who finally defeated the Cham, in 1471, annexing the sunny territory south of the Hai Van Pass for Dai Viet. The ruins of the Cham temples at My Son, near Hoi An, can still be seen today. The Hai Van Pass was the border between Dai Viet & Champa, whose ruins can be seen near Hoi An The appeal of the land of the Coconut Palm Cham’ is still obvious today. If travelling from north to south, heading out of Hue on a wet, grey February morning and driving up the Hai Van Pass in thick, moisture-laden cloud, when you arrive at the top and look down on the sun-filled Bay of Danang to the south, it’s easy to imagine how attractive these lands must have been to the Dai Viet from the north. Curling your way up the switchbacks and hairpin bends, the motorbike engine struggling to deal with the gradient, and then rolling down the other side, wondering if the brake pads will wear away before you reach the bottom, it’s also apparent how the pass could have separated two civilizations for so long. Looking over tropical beaches and the Bay of Danang from the southern slopes of the Hai Van Pass Whatever the weather, the Hai Van Pass is always a scenic route. As with other great views, the pass has often inspired wonder, sometimes in the most unlikely of contexts and least likely of people. When Paul Theroux was passing through Vietnam during his Great Railway Bazaar, in 1973, the Paris Peace Accords had only recently been signed by the United States, South and North Vietnam. Direct American military participation in Vietnam was officially over, but the war still had two more long years before the fall of Saigon. As most of the Trans-Indochinois Railway now the Reunification Express that linked Hanoi with Saigon had been blown up, Theroux was only able to travel on short sections of the line that were deemed safe. Fortunately for him one of these safe sections was between Hue and Danang. Danang, seen from the Hai Van Pass a poisoned city’ when Theroux came in ’73; now it’s a boomtown At that time, Hue was a ruin. Having been pounded for years, not least during the Tet Offensive in 1968, the city was all mud and rubble. Danang, formerly a massive American military base, was, according to Theroux, a poisoned city’. But the landscape between these two wounded cities, including the Hai Van Pass which the railway snakes around just below the road, was still majestic. Perhaps because of the juxtaposition between the ugly urban destruction in Hue and the rural peace and beauty around the Hai Van Pass, Theroux, having travelled across Europe, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent by train, was amazed by what he saw from his compartment on the Trans-Indochinois Of all the places the railway had taken me since London, this was the loveliest. Beyond the leaping jade plates of the sea was an overhang of cliffs and the sight of a valley so large it contained sun, smoke, rain and cloud – all at once. I had been unprepared for this beauty; it surprised and humbled me. Who has mentioned the simple fact that the heights of Vietnam are places of unimaginable grandeur? For Paul Theroux, the train ride over the Hai Van Pass was the most scenic of his Great Railway Bazaar’ 35 years later, Jeremy Clarkson, former presenter of the popular BBC car show, Top Gear, had a similar reaction to the landscape around the Hai Van Pass. Famously sarcastic and not one to be easily moved – except by a good car – Clarkson and his co-presenters couldn’t help but be awed by the green mountains rolling down in pleats and folds toward the East Sea. On this strip of tarmac, that he proclaimed one of the best ocean roads in the world’, Clarkson began to enjoy motorbiking. Indeed, the Top Gear Vietnam Special must surely have inspired thousands of travellers to follow in their tyre-tracks, because nowadays hawkers at the top of the pass will often ask, “Are you here because of Top Gear?!” VIDEO Top Gear Vietnam Special skip to 315 for the Hai Van Pass scene Like other borders and frontiers, the Hai Van Pass has seen its fair share of blood and battles. At the top of the pass, by the brick gate built by Emperor Minh Mang in the 19th century, are gun towers that were used by French, South Vietnamese and American lookouts respectively, during the long wars from 1946-75. More recent reminders of tragedy on the pass are the small shrines lining the road that mark the sites of fatal accidents. Note most of these date from before the tunnel was built, when the pass was far more dangerous than it is today. As with many famous battle fields and scenic roads in Vietnam, tragedy contrasts sharply with the natural beauty of the surrounds. An old gun tower stands at the top of the Hai Van Pass, a reminder of its historical strategic importance As for me, I’ve always thought of the Hai Van Pass as a point of transition both a boundary and a gate. When riding from south to north, the pass is the point at which I feel I’ve entered more unfamiliar territory. The clouds usually close-in and fierce rain pinches the skin on my face. With this comes a sense of adventure. Being from the south in both my native and adopted countries London in Britain, Saigon in Vietnam, I’ve long associated travelling north with going into higher, wilder landscape and colder climes. Likewise, when I travel from north to south, the Hai Van Pass is the point at which I feel I’ve arrived home’ again, safe in the land of the Coconut Palm Cham’ and the warmth of the tropical climate I’ve become accustomed to. Oftentimes, weather is warm & sunny on the south side of the Hai Van Pass, but cool & wet on the north Located on the 16th parallel, just one south of the infamous 17th parallel that once divided the nation politically, the Hai Van Pass is a permanent natural boundary that will always divide the nation climatically, between tropical and sub-tropical. The Ocean Cloud’ clings to the pass, but this 30km stretch of road is beautiful in any weather, and each time I ride it, in either direction, there’s always the sense of having crossed a barrier. The great divide the Hai Van Pass crawls over this mountain as it meets the sea a great physical barrier [Back to Contents] DIRECTIONS I’ve written these directions going south to north, starting in Hoi An, going via Danang, and ending in Hue. You can, of course, ride this route in the opposite direction. Leave Hoi An’s old town in the morning – the earlier the better if you want to make it all the way to Hue in one day. Take the coast road to Danang, stretching all the way from Cua Dai Beach, past An Bang Beach, and the Marble Mountains, to Danang’s My Khe Beach, once known as China Beach. If you want to explore the Son Tra Peninsular side route, continue along the coast and onto the winding roads crisscrossing the headland see the red line on my map. If not, turn west onto the famous Dragon Bridge over the Han River and into Danang city. Cruise along the river bank before turning onto Nguyen Tat Thanh Street which skirts the ocean along Nam O Beach. At the end of the beach road, turn onto the broad lanes of Highway 1 for a brief stretch before the road starts to climb into foliage this is the start of the Hai Van Pass. After the coast road from Hoi An, take the Dragon Bridge into Danang, and continue to the Hai Van Pass Curling around the mountainside, the pass opens up spectacular views across Danang Bay. At the top of the pass, a collection of overpriced food and drink shacks vie for your custom. The ancient gate and old gun towers are located across the road, offering good viewing points and short, pleasant walks. On either side of the top of the pass, the small paved lanes and dirt tracks leading down the slopes towards the sea, are possible side routes see the red lines on my map, especially if you have a bike that can cope with muddy conditions. However, be aware that you may be stopped from continuing down these side routes due to military presence in the area. Looking down over the Hai Van Pass as it curls down the other side towards Lang Co Beach Snaking down the other side of the pass, the views get even better looking over the winding tarmac as it drops towards the long, empty beach of Lang Co. Just after one of the last hairpin bends of the pass, a much-photographed scene opens up over Lang Co bay and fishing village, with a long bridge over the water the exit of the Hai Van Tunnel and the lush, misty mountains behind. This might as well be known as the Top Gear Viewing Point, as it was here that the final scene on the Hai Van Pass from the Vietnam Special episode was filmed, with the three co-presenters all gazing at the sunset, enraptured by the beauty of Vietnam’s landscape. Looking over Lang Co bay from the Top Gear Viewing Point’ near the bottom of the Hai Van Pass In Lang Co, where you can stop at one of the many seafood restaurants nhà hàng hải sẳn in Vietnamese, it’s necessary to join Highway 1 briefly, before turning off on the Chan May coast road. If you want to continue to Hue on the shorter route using Highway 1 follow the brown line on my map. Or if you want to explore the side routes to Elephant Spring and Bach Ma National Park, see the red lines on my map. Turn off Highway 1 at Lang Co for the pleasant & quiet Chan May road, past beaches, trees & fields The Chan May road stays close to the coast, where there are several high-end resorts and backpacker campgrounds see Accommodation. Veering off the Chan May route, a good paved roads leads over a bridge and along a back-route before connecting with Highway 1 again at the Phuoc Tuong Pass. On the other side of this pass now empty thanks to a new tunnel, weave your way across Highway 1 to join road QL49B, heading north along the shores of the Cau Hai Lagoon. Alternatively, stay on Highway 1 all the way to Hue see the brown line on my map. Pastoral scenery on the road between Chan May & Thuan An, a much better alternative to Highway 1 QL49B crosses a bridge at the mouth of the lagoon and turns west along a long peninsular to Thuan An. This road has been mostly upgraded, but some patches are still in the process of reconstruction. The route is notable for the thousands of elaborately carved family tombs, which are scattered across the sandy banks between the road and the sea. At Thuan An village, turn south over a bridge and follow the Pho Loi River into Hue. For ideas about how to continue this road trip from Hue, see Related Guides. Elaborate tombs & temples line Road QL49B as it crosses the Thuan An Peninsular before reaching Hue [Back to Contents] ACCOMMODATION Although there’s no accommodation on the Hai Van Pass itself, there are a handful of good and interesting places to stay along the coastal route, as well as an enormous array of hotels and resorts for all budgets at either end of the route in Hoi An, Danang, and Hue. *Please support Vietnam Coracle You can support the work I do by booking your hotels via the Agoda links & search boxes on my site, like the ones on this page. If you make a booking, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Any money I make goes straight back into this site. Thank you. Hoi An Danang Hue On the Route Hoi An Hoi An has possibly the best-value and range of hotels in all Vietnam. The sheer volume of hotels, and the continuing popularity of Hoi An as a travel destination, drives prices down and quality up. For budget accommodation check out the cheap but clean and classy rooms at Kiman Hotel, and Hoi An Backpackers Hostel. Two excellent-value mid-range places to stay are Lasenta Boutique and Hoi An Waterway. For luxury it’s hard to beat the Anantara or Victoria Beach Resort. Besides these recommendations there are hundreds more to choose from, which you can browse here. Lasenta Boutique Hotel is one of many excellent-value accommodations in & around Hoi An [Back] Danang Funtastic Beach Hostel is a great budget option by the sea, just 5 minutes from Danang city. Stay Hotel offers good mid-range value, with neat rooms, good views and a pool. The Novotel Danang is very swish and modern with incredible views over the city and sea. Or to really splash out, head to the Intercontinental Sun Peninsular Resort on the Son Tra headland, which is another world of luxury. Danang’s recent boom has led to many new accommodations, like Funtastic Beach, Stay Hotel & the Novotel [Back] Hue Hue Backpacker Hostel is as cheap as they come, and offers all the familiar characteristics of a budget, dorm-based hostel. Villa Hue is fabulous mid-range accommodation with lots of style and charm. The Pilgrimage, just outside the city, is also excellent. The most famous high-end option is the colonial-era La Residence, occupying a prime location by the riverside. Villa Hue is a wonderful hotel in the former imperial capital, offering great value & lots of atmosphere [Back] On the Route In many of the small towns along the route, you’ll find nhà nghỉ local guesthouses, which offer cheap rooms for a night on the road, particularly around Lang Co and Chan May Beach. Budget travellers can spend a night under canvas at Canh Duong Beach Camping or Tan Canh Guesthouse, for example, both on Chan May Bay. But there are also some luxury accommodations along the coastal route which you can stop at for a night or two to break the journey. After Lang Co there are several ultra luxurious resorts spread along the coast, including the Bayan Tree and Angsana. Further down the road, near Phu Loc village, Verdana Lagoon Resort is very good for a night of affordable luxury in a very atmospheric position. There are several places to stay on the road between Hoi An, Danang & Hue, including beach camping [Back Top] RELATED POSTS Questions, updates and trip reports are all welcome. However, please keep comments polite and on-topic. See commenting etiquette for details. Rated out of 5 based on 1 customer rating 1 customer review 100% of travellers said they loved this activity. Experience the epic coastal scenery between Hue and Hoi An. Make friends, see the sights, and taste delicious local food! Ride by open-top jeep or cruise on a motorbike drive yourself or easy rider. From $ Currency conversion approx A traveller from Stanmore & 8 others recently booked this activity. Description Operator More Activities Reviews 1 The Hai Van Pass is perhaps the most legendary stretch of road in Vietnam, and for good reason. The scenery is truly incredible! The team at Top Gear declared it “A deserted ribbon of perfection – one of the best coast roads in the world.” To take this breathtaking route on the back of a bike, or an open-top jeep is an experience you will be talking about for years to come. About the Hai Van Pass Linking two of Vietnam’s most important historical cities, Hue and Hoi An, the pass crosses over a spur of the Truong Son Annamite range that emerges from the West and just into the South China Sea, forming the Hai Van Peninsula and the adjoining Son Tra Island. The pass, which once formed the boundary between the kingdoms of Dai Viet and Champa also forms a boundary between the climates of Northern and Southern Vietnam, sheltering the city of Da Nang from the “Chinese Winds” that blow in from the Northwest. Hai Van Pass Tour Options Option 1. Jeep Tour Time 930 – 1630 Open-top jeep + cooler box + new friends = the best possible transfer between Hue and Hoi An! Features Seaside lunch Waterfall Local beaches Lagoon Breathtaking coastlines The impressive Hai Van Pass Ancient Champa Temples Banh Xeo cooking class* *Note on the cooking class on the Hai Van Pass Tour The cooking class is not a full cooking class, but rather a short introduction about how to cook the famous Vietnamese Pancake, Bánh xèo, that originates from Hoi An. It’s a sizzling, crispy rice pancake that’s stuffed with pork, prawns, diced green onion, mung bean, and bean sprouts vegetarian options available. And of course, you get to eat what you have cooked – delicious! Included Pick-up from your hostel in Hoi An/Hue* Transportation Lunch All entrance fees English speaking guide Ingredients & tuition on cooking class Drop-off at your hostel in Hoi An/Hue *Also pick-up/drop-off in Danang is possible. Not included Drinks Personal expenses Luggage transfer Luggage transfer is extra 50,000 VND /bag Option 2. Top Gear Experience Solo or Easy Rider 🏍 Time 900 – 1600 Experience the breathtaking Vietnamese coastline drive by motorbike. This once-in-a-lifetime experience, allows you to take your motorbike through stunning landscapes and awesome stop-offs, all at your own leisure. If you’re an experienced driver these roads are windy! you can choose to drive the bike yourself, or if you prefer, you can ride pillion and let one of the experienced drivers navigate the curves as you sit back, relax and take in the views on the back seat! Features Several photo-stops Lunch at the beach Pause to take in the beautiful views of the Hai Van Pass Drive to Marble Mountains. Included Pick-up from your hostel in Hoi An/Hue* Easy rider optional Lunch Entrance fees Luggage transfer Drop-off at your hostel in Hoi An/Hue *Also pick-up/drop-off in Danang is possible. Not included Drinks Personal expenses Travel Insurance Operator Information Store Name Vietnam Backpackers Operator Vietnam Backpackers rating from 10 reviewsRated out of 5 based on 10 customer ratings

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