Visiting the Vinh Moc Tunnels from Da Nang or Hoi An: Distance, Hours and Planning
The Vinh Moc Tunnels are a special national historic site in Quang Tri, about 200 km from Da Nang and Hoi An. Work out your times, know the hours and what to check about tickets.
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The Vinh Moc Tunnels, in Vinh Linh (Quang Tri), are ranked a special national historic site under Decision 2408/QD-TTg of 31 December 2014. They were dug to shelter from bombing and to support Con Co Island, and villagers lived in them for nearly 2,000 days and nights. Because the site is tied to memories of war, plan the visit without hurrying.
Starting rates only. Sun Travel checks the pickup and drop-off points, itinerary and departure time before confirming the trip. Fuel, road tolls and parking are included in the listed route rate. Waiting at pickup is free for 30 minutes; waiting beyond 1 hour adds US$4. Extra stops need separate confirmation. The base price includes fuel, road tolls and parking on the listed route. This route entry is priced one way.
Distance and opening hours decide the schedule
Da Nang or Hoi An to the Vinh Moc Tunnels is about 200 km and 3.8 hours each way, so about 7.6 hours in the car in both directions. The tunnels are open from 07:00 to 18:00.
An illustration, not a fixed schedule: leave at 06:00 and you arrive around 09:50; stay about 3 hours including lunch, leave at 13:00 and you are back in Da Nang around 17:00. Stay longer or stop more often and the return slides into the evening.
A day trip or a night in Quang Tri
A day trip leaves time for one main stop. If you want to see more historic sites in the area, plan an overnight stay rather than compressing the day; the Quang Tri historical tour from Da Nang guide describes the wider journey.
Listed prices cover the Da Nang / Hoi An to Vinh Moc direction only. The return and an overnight stay are quoted separately for each trip.
Tickets and preparation
Admission tickets are purchased directly at the site entrance counters. Ask the site’s management before you travel; the ticket is not part of the car price. Wear comfortable shoes and allow enough time to go through the site without rushing.
The route itself is on the private car from Da Nang or Hoi An to the Vinh Moc Tunnels page.
Frequently asked questions about the Vinh Moc Tunnels from Da Nang
How much is a private car to the Vinh Moc Tunnels?
Current starting rates for Da Nang / Hoi An → Vinh Moc: 4-seat car from US$93, 7-seat car from US$102 and 16-seat van from US$138. The listed price includes fuel, road tolls and parking; Sun Travel quotes the final fare based on your pickup and drop-off points, itinerary and departure time.
Can we get back from a day trip before the tunnels close?
The tunnels open 07:00–18:00 and both directions take about 7.6 hours in the car. If you leave early and do not stay very long, yes, but real times depend on traffic and stops, so we confirm them for each booking.
How much is the ticket for the tunnels?
Entrance fees are managed and collected directly at the monument gate by local heritage authorities; tickets are purchased separately on-site.
Can we add another historic site in the area?
Yes, extra stops can be arranged, but extra stops are not in the listed rate. Give the name of the place with your request so its opening hours and the schedule can be checked; a day trip rarely fits many stops.
Can we be picked up at a hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An?
Yes. Cars can enter the gates of hotels and resorts to pick up guests; send the name and address of the property to fix the pickup time, which is worked back from the time you want to arrive.
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