Ba Na Hills is now known by people in many countries across the world, including the Philippines. It’s home to Golden Hands Bridge, the one with two giant hands rising out from the mountain. From the Philippines, visitors can book a nonstop flight to Da Nang and then go to Ba Na Hills, or have a transit in Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh city in Vietnam if have more time. So now, let’s HoiAn Day Trip Company tell you how to get to Ba Na Hills from the Philippines.
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The Nearest Airport to Ba Na Hills Vietnam
Ba Na Hills is in Da Nang city, Vietnam. From the Philippines, visitors need to have a flight to this city first and then a transfer to the hill station.
The closest airport to Ba Na Hills is the Da Nang International Airport (DAD). Lying in Da Nang city centre, this is one of the busiest airports in Vietnam. It plays its role as the gateway by air from abroad to Da Nang, Hoi An and the whole central Vietnam region. Meaning that if fly to Da Nang to travel, visitors absolutely will land at the Da Nang Airport, particularly the International Terminal (Terminal T1). The distance from here to Ba Na Hills is some 30 kilometers.
The Golden Hands Bridge, a world-famous bridge in Vietnam, is located in Ba Na Hills complex. So it also means that the nearest airport to this place is the Da Nang International Airport. From here, it takes visitors about 40 minutes to see Ba Na Hills’s entrance and then 15 minutes (by cable car) to see the hand bridge. See more information & details
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Direct Flight to Da Nang from Philippines
In 2024, there is one direct flight operated by Cebu Pacific from Manila (capital of Philippines) to Da Nang Vietnam. It departs in the evening from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and later lands at the International Terminal (T1) at the Da Nang International Airport (DAD). Duration of this flight is 2 hour and 45 minutes.
Philippines passport holders can enter and stay in Vietnam for 21 days free maximum, including day in and day out. USA citizens living in the Philippines still need to apply for an E-visa online and pay a fee to enter Vietnam. After immigration and baggage claim, visitors just need to walk outside to see the tour guide or driver if book a tour/transfer. Because the Da Nang International Airport lies within the city, therefore a drive to the hotel won’t be long. If just interested in Ba Na Hills and the beach, we recommend staying in Da Nang (instead of Hoi An) because it’s nearer.
In the future, if the flight from Manila to Da Nang boards earlier, visitors can have one full night in Da Nang. Popular things to do here are watching Dragon Bridge Fire Show (available from Friday to Sunday), watching the city and bridges from Han River Night Cruise, trying local food and going shopping at Son Tra Night Market, enjoying a ride on Sun Wheel (one of world’s tallest observation wheels), watching such colorful fireworks at Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (available in June/July)…See more information & details
The next day, sure, Ba Na Hills is the first place to explore. We recommend going to this attraction in the morning and spending a full day here. Read Ba Na Hills Itinerary for 1 Day if you do not go with a local guide. Lunch options are international buffet, barbecues or restaurants serving different cuisines (Vietnamese, Thai, Korean, Indian, Italian, Chinese, etc).
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD provides airport transfers in Da Nang and guided tours pick up at Da Nang airport. We have discounts for large groups and families. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) to book. Thank you so much!
Transit in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City
If do not mind having a transit somewhere, visitors can find flights boarding at an earlier time. To get to Da Nang from Manila, we recommend flying to Hanoi (capital of Vietnam, northern Vietnam) or Ho Chi Minh city (southern Vietnam) and later, flying to Da Nang in the middle.
It takes visitors around 3 hours to fly from Manila to Hanoi city. The airplane will land at the Noi Bai International Airport (SGN), particularly the international terminal. Philippines passport holders can enter and stay in Vietnam for 21 days free maximum, including day in and day out. USA citizens living in the Philippines still need to apply for an E-visa online and pay a fee to enter Vietnam. After immigration and baggage claim, visitors just need to walk outside to see the tour guide or driver if book a tour/transfer. Hanoi’s airport is 30 kilometers from the city downtown. By the way, in this Vietnam’s 1000-years-old capital, visitors can go to Hanoi Old Quarters, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hoa Lo Prison, Halong Bay, the Perfume Pagoda (Chua Huong), Trang An Landscape Complex, Sapa Town, so on.
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Duration of the flight from Manila to Ho Chi Minh city is around 2,5 hours. The airplane will land at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), particularly the international terminal. Philippines passport holders can enter and stay in Vietnam for 21 days free maximum, including day in and day out. USA citizens living in the Philippines still need to apply for an E-visa online and pay a fee to enter Vietnam. After immigration and baggage claim, visitors just need to walk outside to see the tour guide or driver if book a tour/transfer. Ho Chi Minh city’s airport is inside the city, so the distance to the hotel or tourist places won’t be too far. By the way, in Vietnam’s largest city, visitors can go to Cu Chi Tunnels, the Independence Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Post Office, Bui Vien Walking Street, Mekong Delta, Tay Ninh Holy See, and so on.
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No matter Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh city, the flight to Da Nang all lasts 1 hour. In Hanoi, it’s needed to go back to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), but domestic terminal. In Ho Chi Minh city, visitors will need to return to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and then its domestic terminal. It lies within the city, but passengers still should come here at least 2 hours before departure.
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD provides airport transfers in Da Nang and guided tours pick up at Da Nang airport. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) to book. Thank you so much!
Go from Da Nang/Hoi An to Ba Na Hills
From Da Nang and Hoi An, the distance to Ba Na Hills is about 30 kilometers and 40 kilometers respectively. Visitors can book a private transfer by car/minivan/bus or ride the motorbike to get there. See more information & details
What is the best way to go to Ba Na Hills? Going by a private car is the best transportation option to get from Da Nang or Hoi An to Ba Na Hills. Here are reasons why:
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– If travel with friends or family, the cost for a private 2-ways transfer is not high.
– All cars now in Vietnam are air-conditioned, helping visitors to avoid the heat. Additionally, if drive to Ba Na Hills by your own, international driving permit (IDP), license, confidence and experience are required to have a safe, smooth trip.
– If want to go to Ba Na Hills in the early morning, a private transfer is the most suitable way. Visitors should book a reliable car/driver from local travel companies.
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD organizes tours and transfers everyday from Da Nang and Hoi An. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) to book. Thank you so much!
How to Go to Golden Hands Bridge?
After arriving at Ba Na Hills, visitors need to buy a ticket first and then walk to the Hoi An Station to take the direct cable car to the Golden Hands Bridge. The cable car ride is about 15 minutes long, bringing a fascinating experience to passengers. In the high tourist season, the queue to this station will be long. So, if want to avoid the crowd, we suggest going in the early morning. Ba Na Hills opens at 8 am, so from Da Nang, visitors should leave the hotel at 7 am or earlier. From Hoi An, 6:30 am is a good time to depart. See more information & details
Itinerary to Visit Ba Na Hills for First Timer
Itinerary to explore Ba Na Hills depends on the schedule of the cable car on your day of travel and your arrival time. To have lunch or dinner, French Village, which has many restaurants and cafes, is the best place to go. Now, we suggest 4 itineraries corresponding four cable cars:
– From Hoi An Station: Marseille Station – Golden Bridge – Le Jardin d’Amour Flower Garden – Debay Wine Cellar – Big Buddha Statue – Linh Ung Pagoda – Bordeaux Station (near Golden Bridge) – Louvre Station – Eclipse Plaza, Atlas Statue, Lunar Castle – Dragon Den Station (inside Lunar Castle) – Mystery Well Station – French Village, Square du Dome, Fantasy Park (with Wax Museum, Jurassic Park, alpine coasters), Saint Denis Church, Helios Waterfall, Ba Na Hills Brewery – King Peak – L’Indochine Station or Taiga Station or the closest station that has been opened
– From Suoi Mo Station: Ba Na Station – Le d’Amour Station – Le Jardin Station – Le Jardin d’Amour Flower Garden – Debay Wine Cellar – Big Buddha Statue – Linh Ung Pagoda – Golden Bridge – Bordeaux Station (near Golden Bridge) – Louvre Station – Eclipse Plaza, Atlas Statue, Lunar Castle – Dragon Den Station (inside Lunar Castle) – Mystery Well Station – French Village, Square du Dome, Fantasy Park (with Wax Museum, Jurassic Park, alpine coasters), Saint Denis Church, Helios Waterfall, Ba Na Hills Brewery – King Peak – L’Indochine Station or Taiga Station or the closest station that has been opened
– From Thac Toc Tien Station: L’Indochine Station – French Village, Square du Dome, Fantasy Park (with Wax Museum, Jurassic Park, alpine coasters), Saint Denis Church, Helios Waterfall, Ba Na Hills Brewery – King Peak – Mystery Well Station (inside Arapang Restaurant) – Dragon Den Station (inside Lunar Castle) – Eclipse Plaza, Atlas Statue, Lunar Castle – Louvre Station – Golden Bridge – Le Jardin d’Amour Flower Garden – Debay Wine Cellar – Big Buddha Statue – Linh Ung Pagoda – Marseille Station (near Golden Bridge) or the closest station that has been opened
– From Champa Station: Taiga Station – French Village, Square du Dome, Fantasy Park (with Wax Museum, Jurassic Park, alpine coasters), Saint Denis Church, Helios Waterfall, Ba Na Hills Brewery – King Peak – Mystery Well Station (inside Arapang Restaurant) – Dragon Den Station (inside Lunar Castle) – Eclipse Plaza, Atlas Statue, Lunar Castle – Louvre Station – Golden Bridge – Le Jardin d’Amour Flower Garden – Debay Wine Cellar – Big Buddha Statue – Linh Ung Pagoda – Marseille Station (near Golden Bridge) or the closest station that has been opened
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Guided Tours to Golden Hands Bridge Vietnam
– Golden Hands Bridge Tour from Hoi An or Da Nang
– Golden Bridge Sunrise Tour to Beat the Crowds
– Golden Bridge Sunset Tour to Avoid the Crowds
– Golden Bridge Private Tour from Da Nang with Hoi An Drop Off
– Golden Bridge Private Tour from Hoi An with Da Nang Drop Off
– Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Day Tour – Best Ba Na Hills Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills & Marble Mountain Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills & Hoi An from Da Nang
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills & My Son Sanctuary Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills & Hoi An Coconut Village Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills & Hoi An Pottery Village Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills & Lady Buddha Tour
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills Tour from Da Nang Cruise Port
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills Tour from Chan May Cruise Port
– Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Private Tour from Lang Co
– Ba Na Hills/Golden Bridge Private Tour from Intercontinental Danang Resort
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours and transfers to Da Nang and Hoi An. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
