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Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour | 1 Day | from HOI AN + HUE, VIETNAM
$65.00
- Ride the Hai Van Pass in an open-top jeep and make new friends as you cruise!
- Travel from Hue to Hoi An or vice versa stopping at points of beauty along the way.
- Includes: an entertaining and knowledgeable guide, a delicious lunch, beach stop, water + breathtaking views!
- Price is per person, not per jeep.
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This Hai Van Pass Tour Departs 7 days a week. Leaves 9am. Arrives 4pm.
There are 3 ways to do this trip:
- Start: Hoi An —> Finish: Hue.
- Start: Hue —> Finish: Hoi An.
- Hoi An to Hoi An Loop Tour (Book here).
Hai Van Pass Tour – Itinerary
The itinerary below is based on Hoi An to Hue direction. The Hue to Hoi An direction is the below in reverse. The itinerary can be subject to change due to weather/traffic.
- DEPART 9am from your hostel in Hoi An – Get picked up in old school open-top jeeps and start to make your way north to the Hai Van Pass.
- MARBLE MOUNTAIN – Before you get to the Hai Van Pass, you will pass the magnificent Marble Mountain Pagoda Complex. We give every group the option to stop and visit Marble Mountain. It is a group decision on the day and we stop there if the majority wants to stop. (There is no entry fee included in the tour price.)
- COASTAL SCENERY – The jeeps then take the coastal route round Da Nang to make your way up to the first part of the Hai Van Pass.
- DANANG BAY – Whilst making your way up the Pass, your driver will stop and allow you to take some amazing pictures of Da Nang and the lush environment around Da Nang Bay. These are postcard-worthy views!
- ABANDONED FRENCH FORT – The next stop on the list is an old abandoned fort, which was built by the French and later used by US and South Vietnamese troops during the Vietnam War. Here you get to explore the old fort and take some more Instagram-worthy pictures of the Pass, as well as grabbing a quick bite to eat and something to drink.
- HAI VAN PASS BENDS – After the fort, you make your way down the windy roads of the Pass towards Hue taking the coastal scenic route… But strap in! The ride gets bumpy! Light relief comes in the form of a quick bridge stop, where you’ll take in the seafront views.
- LUNCH + SWIM AT LANG CO/CANH DUONG BEACH – The next stop is Lang Co Beach, where you are warmly welcomed by the hosts and served a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch (included in the cost). You can also take a refreshing dip in the sea, so make sure you pack your swimmers in your day bag!
- FISHING VILLAGES + CITY OF GHOSTS – The final part of your jeep journey takes you through lush Vietnamese countryside, passing the unusual City of Ghosts.
- ARRIVE IN HUE at your chosen hostel around 4pm.
What’s included in the Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour?
- An open-top jeep ride from Hoi An to Hue or Hue to Hoi An
- Pick up and drop off at your hostel.
- A traditional Vietnamese lunch at the beach.
- Many breathtaking stops at beautiful mountain views
- A knowledgeable English speaking guide to give you fun facts about the areas you drive through
- Bottled water (other drinks available for sale)
5 Reasons to Travel the Hai Van Pass by Jeep!
- You won’t arrive at your destination a nervous wreck. The roads are windy, steep and busy. These really aren’t roads for novice moped riders or inexperienced drivers!
- You’ll arrive in one piece. The amount of backpackers who arrive in Hue with exhaust burns, scraped knees, and an insurance bill to boot says it all…
- A chance to sit back and relax. If you’re constantly watching out for hazards, it’s hard to sit back and enjoy the ride (or the views). Riding jeep-style allows you to do both!
- Be entertained along the way. The Road Trippers guides are entertaining and hilarious. Your guide will undoubtedly make your cheeks ache!
- Pick up some new backpacker friends. It’s hard to make friends when you’re driving a motorbike! The open top jeep is the perfect place to bond and share a beer with new pals.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caw1jFsaxuM
Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour FAQs:
What should I pack in my day bag?
- A fully-charged camera / mobile phone would be the most important thing to pack as this tour is all about the amazing views!
- If you fancy a swim at lunch, then pack swim wear too.
- You’ll also need some money to buy drinks. (Non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks are on ice in the Jeep and available for sale.)
- Drinks and snacks can also be purchased at our stops – lunch is included.
- As this jeep is open top, waterproofs (or a poncho) wouldn’t go amiss too!
- If you’ve got them, travel speakers so you can blast out a few backpacker tunes.
How many people are in each jeep?
There are around 4-5 people in each jeep depending on luggage. The maximum is 5 people per jeep. If more people book the tour that day, we will travel with a convoy of jeeps.
Can I bring my luggage with me?
Yes! You can bring your backpack or suitcase with you along the way. Included in the price is one piece of luggage per person (up to 30kg), as well as a small rucksack or handbag. If you have more luggage there might be an extra charge of 15 USD per bag. (This is in the case that we can’t fit it all in the Jeep and need to get an extra Jeep or transfer organised.)
Where is the pick up/drop off?
We will pick you up at the door of your hostel and drop you off at the door of your next hostel in Hue/Hoi An.
Can I do the trip in reverse?
Road Trippers offer the tour in both directions (Hoi An to Hue, or Hue to Hoi An). Just select the option that you want when you book!
Does the trip include alcohol?
The Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour includes lunch and bottled water, but no alcohol. Drinking on board is allowed and there are cold drinks available for sale in each jeep.
Will I get travel sick?
The route is windy and the road can get bumpy. If you’re prone to getting travel sick, then visit a local pharmacy before you travel and they’ll be able to offer some solutions. Or, pack a plastic bag and some mints!
Do the jeeps have covers in case of rain?
The jeep has a roof cover which can be used when it rains so no need to worry too much about the weather. Of course, if the weather is extremely bad that day, the trip will be cancelled and you will receive a full refund of your deposit.
21 reviews for Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour | 1 Day | from HOI AN + HUE, VIETNAM
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- In order to book this experience, you will need to pay a deposit online via South East Asia Backpacker.
- This deposit is fully refundable if you wish to cancel up until 48 hours before the start of the activity.
- For cancellations made fewer than 48 hours before the start of the activity there is no refund available.
- You can request a change of date at any time, free of additional charges.
- Date changes are entirely down to the availability of the operator and nothing to do with South East Asia Backpacker.Â
- If your date change is not agreed, as long as it is within 48 hours of the start date you originally made your booking for, your deposit can be refunded in full if you wish to cancel.
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- The refund of the second payment, which goes directly to the operator, is based on the terms and conditions of the operator, over which South East Asia Backpacker have no control.
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Road Trippers
A sister company of the well-respected Hoi An Motorbike Adventures, Road Trippers offer Hai Van Pass Jeep Tours from Hue to Hoi An or vice versa. A unique, safe and fun way to travel. Tried, tested and recommended by the South East Asia Backpacker Team.
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Morven –
Great! Guide was full of information about all the stops and the country in general. The driver was very good also.
Ruth Logan –
I had a wonderful time on the Jeep Tour, Hue to Hoi An! The stops were all amazing, especially the beach with an adorable puppy. It was nice to relax and enjoy the scenery in the Jeep instead of being on a motorbike. Highly recommend!
Katie –
Couldn’t have asked for a better day! Our guide was so accommodating and made it such a fun day. The spots they took us to were much more private than the typical tourist stops which made the experience so much better. Also got loads of tips for our time in both Hue and Hanoi! This is one of the highlights of our trips and I’ll be recommending it to anyone coming to Vietnam.
Shivani –
What an experience! Not only is this route so beautiful, it is also so comfortable and well planned doing it through RoadTrippers in a Jeep! Our guide Banh was amazing. He not only spoke very excellent English but was very knowledgeable and made sure we had as much information about each site as he could give. Our driver was also amazing and very accommodating. He would stop/slow down whenever he saw us take out our phones/cameras to take a picture from the moving Jeep. This was an amazingly beautiful experience and would highly recommend this way of travelling!
Bethanie –
The Hai Van pass tour was brilliant! We made lots of stops and Banh our guide was so nice as well as our driver who wanted to help with taking photos at every stop! Banh made sure we knew as much as we could at each stop, explaining the history and giving us lots of information. The trip was cold but that didn’t matter, it was clear enough to get some great photos. A great way to travel from Hue to Hoi An, being picked up from your hotel and dropped to your new one is great too!
The jeep was comfortable and we were even offered extra jackets/waterproofs by the driver in case we were cold!
Definitely recommend this trip!
Sarah Silverberg –
Alyssa was a fantastic guide. Even though the other Jeep was not as interested in the sites she kept it interesting for me and had a wealth of knowledge to share! Made a fun trip of a wet rainy day with a poor view – not their fault! Foggiest the pass has ever been.
Luis –
Great day. Lot of fun. Very helpful and informed guide. Good and safe drive. Nice stops and food !
Imogen Hibberd –
Cool, but expensive, way to do the Hai Van Pass!
The Soviet jeeps are a unique way to travel between Hue and Hoi An. Much safer than motorbiking it. Cool you can sit up on the back of the jeep and really see the views.
The stop at the beach was beautiful. Perfect place for a swim and lunch. Only issue was we stated we were vegan and can’t eat any dairy when we booked and again on the day to the guide. But we were given egg rice which we had to send back. The egg was then just picked out of the rice and upon eating it, it had been cooked in butter. So we had no lunch to eat as the guide wasn’t helpful in communicating what we needed. Shame.
Quite expensive for what it is as the stops aren’t that long and not too much to see.
We didn’t stop at the Marble Mountains as the guide said it would take too long. Again, a bit of a shame as that would’ve made it worth the price.
Enjoyable overall but needs improving or lowering in price.
Aideen –
Myself and my friend did the jeep tour of the Hai Van Pass from Hoi An to Hue on the 24th September. The route was great with stunning scenery. We were too scared to hire bikes to do the drive ourselves and this was a great alternative. There was a good amount of stops and time for photos. We would definitely recommend to anyone considering it!
Michelle –
Great day. Staff were so lovely and the driver was very safe and knew all the good spots to stop.
Colleen Darraugh –
Really enjoyed our trip along the hai van pass. Thank you for an enjoyable day!
Will –
We enjoyed being able to take in the beautiful scenery without having to worry about navigating the roads at the same time. The driver was safe and considerate, slowing down for us to take photos as well as the scheduled stops. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable and a native English speaker. It’s not cheap but it’s a good way to travel along the pass.
Stuart hellard –
cool way to travel from hoi an to hue, the guide spoke very good english and had good knowledge of the area. the drive took us off the main roads where we could see sights without lots of tourists.
Georgia Clark –
Fab way to travel from Hue to Hoi An. Our guide was lovely and really funny, and the trip was very well organised!
Bernie Ging –
Such a deadly way to travel from Hue to Hanoi! Really enjoyed the trip and the guide & driver did everything to make it a cool trip! Our jeep broke down a couple of times along the way as they are old army jeeps, which added to the fun!! The stop for lunch was so lovely! Highly recommend it!
Ethan Payne –
Awesome way to make your way to Hot An or to Hue, as opposed to a bus or a bike. Top down, get to see the great views, stopping at multiple cool places and the beach for lunch (included in price). They bring all the water you can drink (which is needed), and they bring beer as well if you’re into that! 5/5, would recommend if you are traveling Vietnam!
Lorraine –
A great way to travel from Hoi An to Hue and see the Hai Van Pass and much more comfortable than several hours on the back of a bike! The views were amazing and definitely worth the trip. Refreshments and lunch included was a bonus. Thanks for a great day
Andrew –
This was a great experience, especially coming from Hoi An! Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, and the food at lunch was also good, with a large selection available. It was nice being able to ride in the jeep and take in the scenery without having to worry about driving. Would absolutely recommend this
Tyas –
The trip was nice, but I’m not sure if it was worth the price tag.
Seb Rodrigues –
A lot more comfortable than the bus or a bike! Safe driver, guide was sound and knowledgeable about both the surroundings and Hoi An. The beach spot for lunch wasn’t touristy at all and food was good!
Kim –
I think this is an excellent alternative to travelling by bus or train. The lunch stop at the beach was particularly welcomed as it was very hot. I had expected a little more local knowledge and info along the way from the guides, but other than that I was happy with the trip.