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Chan May port lies between Hue and Da Nang, about 61-64 km from the Hue Imperial City and about 71-79 km from Hoi An's old town. Lang Co Bay is close by, only about 13 km. As both directions are long, we suggest choosing one for the day rather than trying to fit in Hue and Hoi An together.
Times are approximate, from free-flowing to busy traffic, and only a guide; traffic, weather and time of day can change them.
| Destination | km | Approx. Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Lang Co Bay and Hai Van Pass | 13 | 20-30 min |
| Vincom Plaza Hue | 61 | 55-90 min |
| Hue salt coffee | 61 | 55-95 min |
| Khai Dinh Tomb | 65-66 | 55-90 min |
| Hue Imperial City | 64 | 60-100 min |
| Dong Ba Market and Truong Tien Bridge | 63 | 60-95 min |
| Tu Duc Tomb | 65-71 | 60-100 min |
| Thien Mu Pagoda | 67-77 | 65-105 min |
| Hoi An Ancient Town | 71-79 | 70-115 min |
From our drivers' on-the-road experience picking up and dropping off guests here, these are the points to keep in mind. Distances and times in this guide are approximate, and real conditions can differ.
The bay near Chan May port and the mountain pass linking Hue and Da Nang, with many sea and mountain viewpoints. (13 km)
A shopping centre on Hung Vuong Street near central Hue with a supermarket and shops. (61 km)
Hue is known as the birthplace of salt coffee: drip coffee topped with lightly salted milk cream. Many central cafes serve it. (61 km)
A royal tomb blending Eastern and Western styles, known for its interior inlaid with ceramic and glass. (65-66 km)
The Nguyen dynasty citadel, part of the Complex of Hue Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, the Forbidden City and many halls and gardens. (64 km)
Hue's traditional market and the steel bridge over the Perfume River, a stop for sesame candy, tea and photos. (63 km)
A royal tomb with a lake, pavilions and pine woods, a calm setting. (65-71 km)
An old pagoda on the Perfume River with the seven-storey Phuoc Duyen tower, a familiar symbol of Hue. (67-77 km)
City stops, measured from the port: Hoi An Ancient Town (71-79 km).
Each plan below allows 45 minutes for disembarking and returns 90 minutes early, as we advise. Times count from the ship docking.
| 0:00-0:45 | Disembark, pass the port gate, meet your driver |
| 0:45-1:10 | Drive (13 km) |
| 1:10-1:55 | Lang Co Bay and Hai Van Pass |
| 1:55-2:20 | Back to the port |
| 2:20-6:00 | Buffer before all-aboard |
Left out for time: Vincom Plaza Hue, Hue salt coffee.
| 0:00-0:45 | Disembark, pass the port gate, meet your driver |
| 0:45-2:05 | Drive (64 km) |
| 2:05-3:20 | Hue Imperial City |
| 3:20-3:35 | Drive |
| 3:35-4:05 | Hue salt coffee |
| 4:05-4:15 | Drive |
| 4:15-5:00 | Dong Ba Market and Truong Tien Bridge |
| 5:00-6:15 | Back to the port |
| 6:15-8:00 | Buffer before all-aboard |
Left out for time: Vincom Plaza Hue.
| 0:00-0:45 | Disembark, pass the port gate, meet your driver |
| 0:45-2:05 | Drive (64 km) |
| 2:05-3:20 | Hue Imperial City |
| 3:20-3:40 | Drive |
| 3:40-4:25 | Thien Mu Pagoda |
| 4:25-4:50 | Drive |
| 4:50-5:20 | Hue salt coffee |
| 5:20-5:30 | Drive |
| 5:30-6:15 | Dong Ba Market and Truong Tien Bridge |
| 6:15-6:25 | Drive |
| 6:25-7:10 | Vincom Plaza Hue |
| 7:10-8:25 | Back to the port |
| 8:25-10:00 | Buffer before all-aboard |
| 0:00-0:45 | Disembark, pass the port gate, meet your driver |
| 0:45-2:05 | Drive (64 km) |
| 2:05-3:20 | Hue Imperial City |
| 3:20-3:40 | Drive |
| 3:40-4:25 | Thien Mu Pagoda |
| 4:25-5:00 | Drive |
| 5:00-5:45 | Khai Dinh Tomb |
| 5:45-6:15 | Drive |
| 6:15-6:45 | Hue salt coffee |
| 6:45-6:55 | Drive |
| 6:55-7:40 | Dong Ba Market and Truong Tien Bridge |
| 7:40-7:50 | Drive |
| 7:50-8:35 | Vincom Plaza Hue |
| 8:35-9:50 | Back to the port |
| 9:50-12:00 | Buffer before all-aboard |
Left out for time: Lang Co Bay and Hai Van Pass.
About 61-64 km to the Imperial City, usually 1-1.5 hours each way via Highway 1 or the expressway.
Hue is slightly closer (about 61-64 km) and suits Nguyen dynasty heritage; Hoi An is about 71-79 km and suits old-town strolling. We suggest choosing one direction for the day.
Lang Co Bay is about 13 km from the port, good for a short call or when the weather makes long drives unattractive.
Hue is known as the home of salt coffee; many central cafes serve it, an easy stop after the Imperial City.
Please send us your flight or ship schedule and we will be pleased to prepare a private car quote.
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