My Lai Massacre Tour with Coconut Forest & Big Lady Buddha
Approx. 8-10 hours
Car/bus
From 2 people
Da Nang, Hoi An
English speaking guide
Lunch included
The My Lai Massacre was a tragic chapter of the Vietnam War on March 16, 1968, when American soldiers killed over 500 unarmed Vietnamese civilians in Son My village. Today, the Son My Memorial stands as a solemn sanctuary on this site. Travelers should visit to honor the innocent lives lost and directly confront the raw, devastating realities of war. It offers a deeply moving experience that transcends politics, fostering profound empathy, healing, and a shared commitment to global peace, ensuring such history is never repeated.
Highlights
See the burnt village, the temple and the museum.
See tallest Lady Buddha in Vietnam (125 meters).
Have tasty lunch with local dishes.
Day trip to Quang Ngai (unpopular).
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Itinerary
Pick up
Pick up time: 8:00 AM (local time)
Our driver and guide will pick up you at your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An city.
My Lai Massacre Memorial Site
The My Lai Massacre was a devastating war crime committed by U.S. Army soldiers on March 16, 1968, in Sơn Mỹ village, Quảng Ngãi province, resulting in the murder of hundreds of unarmed Vietnamese civilians. See more details
In My Lai Massacre Memorial (Son My Memorial), visitors will do:
– watching a video about the massacre (English)
– visiting the museum to see pictures, artifacts and that are from both Vietnamese and American sides as well as name list of all 504 victims
– seeing the statue, the bell pavilion and the temple which commemorate 504 victims
– See the original remains of the massacre such as houses of victims (partly ruined), the ditch where the American solders killed villagers, a temple burnt, tombs of victims,…
– exploring a restored village which has rice fields, water buffalo, farmers, grapefruit gardens, thatched houses, bomb shelters,…
– listening from stories and explanations from local guide
Tinh Khe Coconut Forest
Rowing through Tinh Khe coconut forest offers a blissful escape as you glide on basket boats through a serene maze of lush green palms. It is a deeply immersive experience where you can try paddling, chat with warm-hearted local fishermen, and unwind to the soothing sounds of rustling leaves and gentle waters.
Have lunch
You will have lunch with Vietnamese food at a local restaurant. If like to have vegetarian food, please let us know at least 1 day in advance.
Giant Lady Buddha
Majestically perched atop Thien Ma Mountain, the giant Lady Buddha statue at Minh Duc Pagoda stands at an impressive height of 125 meters, making it the tallest of its kind in Southeast Asia. This grand spiritual landmark offers visitors breathtaking, panoramic views overlooking the serene Tra Khuc River, the modern Co Luy Bridge, and the vast ocean beyond.
Return & drop off
Return to Da Nang or Hoi An by the quickest way. In the end of the tour, our guide and driver will drop off you in the city center.
Traveler's Photos
What's Included
- Roundtrip transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up at the hotel within Da Nang or Hoi An
- English speaking guide
- Entry fee at My Lai Massacre Memorial (Son My Memorial)
- Entry fee & boat ride at Tinh Khe Coconut Village
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Pick up at the hotel outside city center (see the map & surcharge below)
- Dinner
- Tipping & gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (shopping, rain poncho, photography, etc)
- Extra charge of 100,000 VND per person on public holidays in Vietnam (New year from 25/01/2025 to 02/02/2025, Independence day, Reunification day, Hung kings festival, International Labour day)
Additional Information
– Our driver & guide will pick you at your hotel in Da Nang city center (including Hai Chau District, Son Tra District except Nai Hien Dong ward & Tho Quang ward, Ngu Hanh Son District except Hoa Hai ward & Hoa Quy ward) or Hoi An city center.
– In the end of the tour, our driver & guide will drop you off at your hotel.
– Pickup surcharge is required to visitors staying NOT in Da Nang city center or Hoi An city center.
– All surcharges are payable in cash directly to your tour guide.
– No pick up & drop off service in Tan Hiep area of Hoi An (Cham Island).
– Children above 1,4 meters height OR 10 years old will be charged same to adults.
– Children from 1 to 1,4 meters height OR from 5 to 10 years old, will have a discount.
– Children under 5 years old OR 1 meter height, will be free of charge.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1,4 meters and above (and you booked a children ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1 meter and above (and you booked a free ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
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For daily tours:
– Any cancellation before 7 days of departure date will be free of charge.
– Any cancellation before 6 days of departure date will be charged 30% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 5 – 4 days of departure date will be charged 50% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 3 – 2 days of departure date will be charged 75% selling price.
– Any cancellation within 24 hours or no-show: non-refundable.
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What to bring/wear
Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes, hat/cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain poncho/jacket (from October to January), cash. See more details
Contact for reservation/support
If you can not book/pay online OR want to reserve first and pay later OR process a cancellation. Please contact us by WhatsApp number +84968009827 or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
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