Booking a Private Car for the 2027 Tam Ky Yellow Sua Flower Season & Ly Son Hoang Sa Ceremony
Every April brings two signature cultural and seasonal highlights south of Da Nang and Hoi An: the golden Sua blossom festival along the riverbanks of Huong Tra Village in Tam Ky and the historic Hoang Sa Soldiers Commemoration Ceremony (held in the third lunar month) on Ly Son Island. Combining both experiences by private car requires timing morning photography in Huong Tra with early expressway transfers to Sa Ky Port.
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Every spring, the southern coastal corridor of Da Nang and Quang Ngai celebrates two signature cultural and ecological events: the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival, held every April at Huong Tra Ecological Village in the Tam Ky area of Da Nang City, and the Hoang Sa Soldier Commemoration Ceremony (Khao le the linh Hoang Sa) held in the third lunar month (April 2027) in Ly Son Special Zone, Quang Ngai Province. Because both events take place in April, chartering a private car from Da Nang or Hoi An lets you photograph the golden yellow Sua flower canopies along the Tam Ky River and connect directly down the expressway to Sa Ky Port for the island ferry.
April 2027 festival calendar & road access for Tam Ky and Sa Ky Port
To coordinate your private car departure times with pedestrian zone hours and high-speed ferry schedules, review the operational overview below:
| April 2027 Cultural & Seasonal Event | Timing & Location | Key Festival Highlights | 4–16 Seat Parking Hub & Departure Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival (Held Every April) | Every April at Huong Tra Ecological Village (along the Tam Ky River, Da Nang City) | Centuries-old yellow Sua flower avenues in full bloom, Bai Choi folk singing, river boat races, Ao Dai photography | Inner riverside lane closes to cars during festival hours; private cars park at the Huong Tra – Bach Dang gate (100 – 150m walk) |
| Tam Thanh Mural Village & Basket Boat Path | Open daily throughout April 2027 at Tam Thanh Coast (10 km east of Huong Tra Village) | Coastal village wall murals, painted bamboo basket boat road and fresh herring salad | Direct 4-to-16-seat access to the central village parking lot and beach square |
| Hoang Sa Soldier Ceremony 2027 (National Intangible Heritage) | Mid-3rd lunar month of the Goat Year (April 2027) at An Vinh Communal House, Ly Son Island | Sacred rituals honouring the historic Hoang Sa flotilla, ceremonial boat launching and four-sacred-animal boat races | High ferry demand at Sa Ky Port; book a 04:30 – 05:00 AM private car pickup from Da Nang/Hoi An to catch the 07:30 AM boat |
If your group is departing from Hue toward Sa Ky Port or wants to combine Hoi An, My Son Sanctuary, Tam Ky (Huong Tra and Tam Thanh) and Sa Ky Port into a 2-day 1-night April road trip, check 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.
Where 4–16 seat private cars park at Huong Tra Ecological Village in April
Huong Tra Ecological Village stretches along the bank of the Tam Ky River beneath a canopy of ancient yellow Sua flower trees (Dalbergia tonkinensis) over 100 years old. Because the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival takes place every April when the golden blossoms blanket the riverside path, local authorities convert the inner tree-lined lane into a pedestrian promenade:
- Best photography light windows (06:30 – 09:00 AM and 15:30 – 17:30 PM): Departing Da Nang or Hoi An at 05:30–06:00 AM by private car puts you at Huong Tra Ecological Village by 06:45 AM, when morning sunlight filters through the yellow Sua flowers onto the river before midday crowds arrive.
- Drop-off and waiting hub at Huong Tra Village gate: Your driver drops your group at the Bach Dang – Huong Tra entrance plaza, just a flat 100-to-150-metre walk from Huong Tra Communal House and the oldest flowering trees. Extra outfits, camera bags and suitcases remain locked inside your air-conditioned vehicle.
- 15-minute connection to Phu Ninh Lake and Tam Ky chicken rice: After photographing the Sua blossoms around 09:30 AM, your car picks you up at the village gate for the short drive to the Heroic Mother Monument, Phu Ninh Lake hot springs, and an authentic Tam Ky chicken rice lunch.
Connecting from Tam Ky to Sa Ky Port for the 2027 Hoang Sa Ceremony on Ly Son
During the third lunar month (April 2027), travellers head to Ly Son Special Zone to witness the Hoang Sa Soldier Commemoration Ceremony at An Vinh Communal House. You can structure the mainland road transfer in two practical ways:
- Option 1 — Direct 04:30 AM expressway transfer to Sa Ky Port outbound, Tam Ky Sua flowers on the return leg: On your outbound morning, ride straight down the Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway to catch the 07:30 AM Ly Son ferry; on the day you return to Sa Ky Port by midday ferry, have your private driver stop at Huong Tra Ecological Village and Tam Thanh Mural Village on the drive back to Hoi An or Da Nang.
- Option 2 — Overnight in Tam Ky / Phu Ninh Lake: Spend Day 1 enjoying the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival and Tam Thanh Beach at an unhurried pace, then depart Tam Ky at 05:30 AM the next morning (only 70 km to Sa Ky Port) to arrive fresh for the 07:30 AM ferry.
Vehicle tier selection for photography groups and family excursions
| Group Size | Recommended Vehicle Tier | Luggage & Photography Gear Capacity | Operational Advantage in April 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 – 3 passengers | 4-seat Sedan / Compact CUV | 2 suitcases (24”) + Ao Dai garment bags & tripods | Easy parking near Huong Tra Village gate and Tam Thanh coastal lanes |
| 4 – 6 passengers | 7-seat MPV / SUV | 3 – 4 suitcases + return Ly Son garlic cartons | Smooth expressway cruising and elevated ride height |
| 5 – 7 guests seeking extra cabin space | 7-seat SUV / 16-seat minibus | 4 – 5 large suitcases + 2 sealed cooler boxes | Spacious cabin with privacy curtains and reclining seats for midday rest |
| 8 – 14 group travellers | 16-Seat Minibus (High-Roof) | 10 – 12 suitcases + group souvenir cartons | High roof for easy standing and lowest per-person cost across the group |
To explore additional seasonal routes across South Central Vietnam and the Central Highlands, visit our South Central Vietnam and Central Highlands road trip handbook.
Frequently Asked Questions: Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival & Hoang Sa Ceremony 2027 Car Guide
During the 2027 Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival and Hoang Sa Ceremony, what is the starting price of the 2-day, 1-night private car tour to Tam Thanh and Sa Ky?
Current starting rates for 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. 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.
Which month does the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival take place at Huong Tra Ecological Village?
The Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival takes place every April at Huong Tra Ecological Village along the Tam Ky River in Da Nang City, coinciding with the peak blooming season of the ancient yellow Sua trees.
Where do 4-to-16-seat private cars park during the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival?
During festival days in April, the riverside lane beneath the ancient Sua trees is reserved for pedestrians. Your driver drops off and meets your group at the designated parking hub at the Huong Tra – Bach Dang village entrance, just a 100-to-150-metre flat walk from the blossom avenue.
Can we combine visiting the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival with a transfer to Sa Ky Port for the Ly Son ferry?
Yes. Because Tam Ky lies directly along the corridor between Da Nang/Hoi An and Sa Ky Port, you can stop at Huong Tra Ecological Village either on your way to an afternoon ferry or on your return drive from Sa Ky Port.
Do the listed private car rates to Tam Ky and Sa Ky Port include expressway tolls and parking fees?
Yes. Starting fares for 4-seat, 7-seat and 16-seat vehicles displayed in the price box cover fuel, Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway tolls and parking barrier fees at all stops.
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