Da Nang & Hoi An to Tam Ky, Tam Thanh Mural Village & Phu Ninh Eco-Lake 1-Day Private Car Itinerary
Located roughly 70 km south of central Da Nang and 45 km south of Hoi An along the scenic Vo Chi Cong coastal highway, the Tam Ky area offers a peaceful day trip away from crowded tourist hubs. Hiring a private car with a local driver allows your family to link the seaside Tam Thanh Mural Village, the monumental Heroic Mother Statue, and the forested islands of Phu Ninh Eco-Lake in a single well-paced day.
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Located roughly 70 km south of downtown Da Nang and 45 km south of Hoi An, the cluster of Tam Ky, Phu Ninh Lake and Tam Thanh Mural Village in Da Nang City makes an ideal full-day private car excursion without changing hotels. Rather than driving out and back on the same highway, your driver can take the Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway southbound to visit the Vietnamese Heroic Mother Monument (Me Thu Statue) and the forested islands of Phu Ninh Lake in the morning, then return northward along the scenic Vo Chi Cong coastal highway after exploring Tam Thanh Mural Village in the afternoon breeze.
Hour-by-hour 1-day schedule: Da Nang / Hoi An – Tam Ky – Phu Ninh Lake – Tam Thanh
Because the coastal lanes of Tam Thanh Mural Village have open sun exposure around midday, scheduling the shaded forest reservoir of Phu Ninh Lake for late morning and saving the seaside murals for after 14:15 keeps the entire day comfortable:
| Time Window | Route Segment & Sightseeing Activity | Distance & Driving Time | 4–16 Seat Parking Hub & Walking Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 – 08:40 | Pickup in Da Nang (via Expressway) or Hoi An (via Cua Dai Bridge – Vo Chi Cong Road) to Tam Ky | 45 – 70 km (50 – 70 mins) | Direct parking at the main square of the Heroic Mother Monument at Cam Mountain |
| 08:40 – 09:45 | Visit the monumental granite sculpture and the underground museum inside the statue | 65 mins on site | Spacious paved lot for 4-to-16-seat vehicles, 80-metre flat walk to the plaza |
| 10:05 – 12:15 | Drive up to Phu Ninh Eco-Tourism Lake for island boat sightseeing and natural hot spring foot baths | 12 km (20 mins) | Private car enters the lakeside parking zone 50 metres from the boat pier |
| 12:30 – 13:45 | Head into downtown Tam Ky to savour authentic Tam Ky free-range chicken rice | 10 km (18 mins) | Street-front parking right outside famous chicken rice restaurants on Phan Boi Chau Street |
| 14:15 – 16:30 | Explore Tam Thanh Mural Village, the painted Basket Boat Path and Tam Thanh Beach | 12 km (20 mins) | Central village parking lot or Tam Thanh Beach square, 40-metre walk to the murals |
| 16:30 – 17:45 | Return north via Vo Chi Cong coastal boulevard and Cua Dai Bridge to Hoi An or Da Nang | 45 – 70 km (50 – 70 mins) | Door-to-door drop-off at your hotel lobby, beachfront resort or airport |
If your group is departing from Hue to connect southward to Sa Ky Port or wants to expand this trip into a 2-day 1-night coastal journey, review our Hue to Sa Ky Port and Ly Son Ferry private car and Hoi An, My Son, Tam Thanh and Sa Ky Port 2-day 1-night private car tour.
Combining the Expressway outbound with the Vo Chi Cong coastal highway return
Depending on your morning pickup location, your driver pairs two distinct highway corridors into a non-repeating loop:
- Outbound via the Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway (fastest from central Da Nang): Entering at Tuy Loan interchange and exiting at Tam Ky interchange lets your car cruise smoothly across four divided lanes in roughly 60 minutes, with all expressway toll charges already included in the vehicle fare.
- Return via Vo Chi Cong Coastal Boulevard and Cua Dai Bridge: Leaving Tam Thanh Beach in the late afternoon, the car follows the wide coastal road DT129 northward past peaceful sand dunes and crosses Cua Dai Bridge at sunset over the Thu Bon River estuary.
One-way village drop-offs and seasonal April Sua flower stops
Having a dedicated driver and vehicle all day adds two practical conveniences:
- One-way walking along the 1.5 km Tam Thanh Mural & Basket Boat Path: The painted village walls and hundreds of decorated bamboo basket boats stretch for about 1.5 km along the coast. Your driver can drop your family at the northern entrance of Tam Thanh Mural Village and drive ahead to wait at the southern beach square, cutting your walking distance in half.
- April detour to Huong Tra Ecological Village: If you visit in April each year, your driver can include a stop along the Tam Ky riverside at Huong Tra Ecological Village, where centuries-old yellow Sua flower trees bloom during the annual Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival.
Selecting 4-, 7- or 16-seat vehicles
| Group Size | Recommended Vehicle Tier | Luggage & Day-Trip Gear Capacity | Advantage on the Tam Ky – Phu Ninh – Tam Thanh Loop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 – 3 passengers | 4-seat Sedan / Compact CUV | 2 medium suitcases (24”) + beach bags | Easy manoeuvring along coastal fishing village lanes in Tam Thanh |
| 4 – 6 family members | 7-seat MPV / SUV | 3 – 4 suitcases or picnic coolers | Elevated ride height for winding forest roads around Phu Ninh Lake |
| 5 – 7 guests with seniors | 7-seat SUV / 16-seat minibus | 4 – 5 suitcases + folded stroller | Reclining reclining seats ideal for resting after walking the monument plaza |
| 8 – 14 group travellers | 16-Seat Minibus (High-Roof) | 10 – 12 suitcases + local gift boxes | High-roof cabin with direct access to main parking lots at Phu Ninh Lake and Me Thu Monument |
For onward route planning from Tam Ky toward Mang Den or Quy Nhon, consult our South Central Vietnam and Central Highlands road trip handbook.
Frequently Asked Questions: Da Nang to Tam Ky, Tam Thanh & Phu Ninh Lake 1-Day Trip
For an itinerary from Da Nang to Tam Ky, Tam Thanh Mural Village and Phu Ninh Lake, what is the reference private car price?
There is no separate listed fare for the Da Nang – Tam Ky – Tam Thanh – Phu Ninh Lake itinerary. The figures below are for the closest listed route, Hoi An / Da Nang → My Son – Tam Thanh – Sa Ky Port (2 days, 1 night): 4-seat car from US$152, 7-seat car from US$178 and 16-seat van from US$235 (including fuel, road tolls and parking). The fare for the Da Nang – Tam Ky – Tam Thanh – Phu Ninh Lake itinerary is quoted after checking your pickup and drop-off points, itinerary and departure time.
Does the 1-day private car price to Tam Ky, Phu Ninh Lake and Tam Thanh include expressway tolls?
Yes. Starting fares for 4-seat, 7-seat and 16-seat vehicles displayed in the price box cover fuel, Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway toll fees and parking charges at all stops.
How long does it take to drive from Hoi An to Tam Thanh Mural Village and Phu Ninh Lake?
Driving from Hoi An across Cua Dai Bridge along the Vo Chi Cong coastal highway to Tam Thanh Mural Village covers about 40 km and takes roughly 45 minutes, with another 20 to 25 minutes inland to Phu Ninh Lake.
Can we add Huong Tra Ecological Village to see the yellow Sua flowers if we travel in April?
Yes. The Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival takes place every April at Huong Tra Ecological Village right in Tam Ky, and your driver can easily include a riverside stop between the Heroic Mother Monument and Tam Thanh.
What are the pickup waiting time and cancellation terms for a Tam Ky private car charter?
Pickup waiting time, schedule adjustments, and cancellation conditions are confirmed per trip request before departure.
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