Going to the beautiful and vibrant coastal city of Nha Trang, besides islands and beaches with crystal clear water and fine sand under a blue sky, tourists also have an opportunity to explore many historical sites and cultural works with unique architectural styles. Make the most of your time at shore and discover the city of Nha Trang on this excursion from the cruise port. With a private guide, explore the resort city and visit the main highlights including Long Son Pagoda, Ponagar Cham Towers, Chong Rock, and Dam Market. You also have the opportunity to bargain and shop for souvenirs at local markets with help from your guide.
At 8:00 AM: Our driver and Guide will pick you up at the gate of Nha Trang port (Cau Da port) with a welcome board showing your name then move to center of Nha Trang City.
8:30 AM: Visit Long Son Pagoda which is a Buddhist temple at the foot of the mountain and you may also climb the stairs to see the gigantic Buddha sitting on a lotus flower. Topped with a vast white Buddha seated on a lotus leaf, Long Son Pagoda (Chùa Long Sơn is one of Nha Trang’s signature sights. Stairs lead up the leafy hill past temples, a prayer hall, a Chinese-influenced mosaic dragon screen, and a reclining Buddha. It’s not unusual to hear monks and nuns chanting.
10:00 AM: Ponagar Cham Towers which is situated on the Cù Lao Mountain. The temple was dedicated to the goddess of the country called Yan Po Nagar Cham. It is believed that it was built before 781 C.E. It was one of the religious centers of the Champa Kingdom which honors the Goddess Ponagar, also known as Thien Y or Thien Y A Na – the mother of the Cham and other people in the region. She is said to have taught new agricultural and weaving techniques to people in the area.The image of the Goddess Ponagar and the Cham culture are clearly reflected through the statues, sculpture and architecture in the tower. 11:30 AM: Have lunch at local restaurant and have a short rest.
You will make your own way to the meeting points