Chùa Hải Tạng: A Serene Buddhist Haven in the Cham Islands

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, start from the center of Hoi An Ancient Town. Head southwest on Trần Hưng Đạo Street, then take a left onto Nguyễn Thái Học Street. Continue straight until you reach the roundabout and take the first exit onto Cửa Đại Street (Đường Cửa Đại). Follow Cửa Đại Street for about 10 kilometers. You will see signs directing you toward Cham Islands. Follow the signs until you arrive at the boat dock for the Cham Islands. There, you will need to purchase a ferry ticket to Cham Islands, which typically costs around 200,000 VND (about $8). Once you arrive on Cham Islands, you can take a short walk to Chùa Hải Tạng.

• Public Transportation (Bus and Ferry)

  Begin your journey at the Hoi An bus station. You can take a local bus to the Cửa Đại Beach area, which costs roughly 30,000 VND (about $1.30). The bus ride takes about 30 minutes. Once you reach Cửa Đại Beach, walk to the nearby boat dock. At the dock, buy a ferry ticket to Cham Islands, which will cost around 200,000 VND (about $8). The ferry ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. After arriving at Cham Islands, follow the signs or ask locals for directions to Chùa Hải Tạng, which is a short walk from the ferry landing.

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing Service

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service like Grab. From Hoi An Ancient Town, provide the driver with the destination 'Chùa Hải Tạng, Cham Islands.' The driver will take you to Cửa Đại Beach, where you will need to pay for the ferry ticket to Cham Islands. Taxi fares can vary but expect to pay around 200,000 to 300,000 VND (approximately $8 to $12) for the taxi ride. After arriving on Cham Islands, you can walk to Chùa Hải Tạng.