Da Nang Bus: Coco City Tour - A special gift for tourists

Coco Bus Tour 

Have you ever thought about exploring Da Nang from a new, free, and inspring perspective? If you have ever dreamed of seeing the whole view of the beautiful and famous coastal city on an open-top double-decker bus, now that exciting experience is officially available. Da Nang Bus: Coco City Tour - A special gift for tourists promises to bring a new breeze to city tourism with a convenient, friendly, and reasonable cost experience!

1. Introduction to Coco City Tour double-decker bus

Coco City Tour - a project that is collaborated between Empire Group and Truong Hai Auto Corporation (Thaco), has officially come into operation since July 11, 2017. This is the first double-decker bus route in Vietnam dedicated to tourism, offering visitors a new, convenient, and exciting form of sightseeing. Each bus has a capacity of 54 seats, including 42 seats on the upper deck and 12 seats on the lower deck.

Coco City Tour is not only a means of transportation, but also a modern tourist symbol, simulated the open-top bus model that has been popular in many famous tourist cities such as London, Berlin, Barcelona, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore... Designed in an open style, this special tourist gift allows visitors to see the whole city view from the top of a bus, enjoy the fresh air and easily capture beautiful moments when passing through the famous landmarks of Da Nang.

The birth of Coco City Tour not only contributes to upgrading a modern means of tourism but also brings an interesting choice for those who want to explore the city in a completely new way.

2. What experiences does the Coco City Tour double-decker bus bring to visitors?

Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views

The most special feature of the Coco City Tour double-decker bus is the open-top design on the upper deck, allowing visitors to admire the beauty of Da Nang from above. No longer limited by glass windows or narrow spaces, you can freely admire the famous bridges, blue beaches or bustling streets from a different perspective. Under the morning sunlight or the sparkling lights at night, the journey on the bus will bring extremely impressive moments.

Flexible “Hop-on Hop-off” model

Unlike traditional tours, Coco City Tour applies the “Hop-on Hop-off” model. This means you can freely get on and off at stops along the route, exploring each destination at your own pace. There is no need to rush with a group or be limited by time, visitors can proactively experience famous attractions most easily with just one ticket.

"Hop-on Hop-off" model 

Enjoy high-quality service

Each Coco City Tour bus is equipped with comfortable seats, and an automatic audio guide system in multiple languages, providing detailed information about the landmarks the bus passes through. Not only does it help international visitors easily access information, but this system also brings interesting stories about the history, culture, and people of Da Nang, giving you a deeper insight into this beautiful city.

Experience the beautiful night view

In addition to daytime trips, the Coco City Tour also has evening routes, helping visitors enjoy the sparkling beauty of Da Nang at night, especially the fire and water show of the Dragon Bridge on weekends.

Eco friendly

With the continuous increase in the number of tourists to Danang, choosing to travel by Coco City Tour is a practical action for a better city. Using modern and fuel-efficient double-decker buses means limiting emissions, and providing a smart and friendly travel option with the goal of building a green - clean - beautiful tourist city.

Reasonable cost

In addition to providing great experiences, the Coco City Tour also has extremely reasonable ticket prices. You can freely travel to many famous places, and enjoy a budget travel itinerary but still ensure the best service quality.

Unique check-in opportunities and memorable moments

With an open design and airy space, the Coco City Tour favors visitors with beautiful check-in corners. Whether you are sitting in the bus or stopping at the attractions, you can take impressive photos and preserve memorable memories during your journey to explore Da Nang.

Coco Bus Tour Experience

Just imagine, a photo standing on the second floor of the bus, looking out at the blue sea or the brightly lit bridges - it will be an unforgettable memory! Especially, if you are passionate about filming and want to become a real vlogger, Coco City Tour is a perfect experience. It will produce extremely chill footage - every angle’s a hit, and every view’s a vibe!

3. Operating hours and bus schedules

3.1 Operating Time

Opening hours: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm

Frequency: about 30 - 45 minutes/trip

Route: The bus passes through 25 stops, which are famous scenic spots of Da Nang city, including Ngu Hanh Son, Cocobay and specialty seafood dining locations.

Ticket price:

- 24-hour ticket: 250,000 VND, allows visitors to use unlimitedly within 24 hours from the time of activation.

- 48-hour ticket: 350,000 VND, suitable for those who want more time to explore the city.

- One-way ticket: 100,000 VND/way, suitable for tourists who only want to experience part of the journey without having to go the whole route.

3.2 Bus Schedule

Route N1 (Da Nang Airport - Cocobay)

Departure from Cocobay: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm.

Departure from Airport: 08:45 am - 07:45 pm.

Frequency: 45 minutes/trip.

Departure: Airport parking lot - Duy Tan - 2/9 Street - Dragon Bridge - Ly Nam De - Tran Hung Dao - Vincom access road - Pham Van Dong - Vo Nguyen Giap - Truong Sa - Cocobay.

Return: Cocobay - Truong Sa - An Nong - Co Co Bridge - Nam Ky Khoi Nghia - Tran Dai Nghia - Le Van Hien - Tien Son Bridge - 2/9 Street - Duy Tan - Airport parking lot.

Note: After 5pm, the bus will not stop at stop number 6 due to Night Market activities.

Route N1

Route N2 (Airport - Son Tra Peninsula)

Departure from Airport: 8:50 am - 05:05 pm.

Departure from Linh Ung Pagoda: 9:35 am - 05:50 pm.

Frequency: 45 minutes/trip.

Route 2 travels north of Da Nang, departing from the airport and going to Son Tra Peninsula with over 18 stops.

This route takes you through many of the city’s highlights such as the Cham Museum, Ca Chep Hoa Rong Statue, the East Sea Park, and other fascinating attractions. This is the perfect choice for those who want to learn more about Da Nang’s culture and history.

Visitors can freely get on and off at stops according to their schedules, making exploring the city more flexible and easier.

Route N2

Route N3 - Hoi An Tour

Departure from Cocobay: 10:15 am  - 07:15 pm.

Departure from Hoi An: 11:15 am - 08:15 pm.

Frequency: 2 hours/trip.

The main itinerary includes stops at Cocobay and Hoi An depending on the sightseeing needs of tourists.

Route N3

4. Some famous attractions that the Coco City Tour tourist bus passes through

Over 25 bus stops covering the most popular attractions such as:

- Ho Chi Minh Museum - Military Zone 5 Museum

- Famous bridges such as Tran Thi Ly Bridge, Dragon Bridge, Han River Bridge

- Danang Museum

- Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture

- Son Tra Peninsula

- East Sea Park & My Khe Beach

- Ngu Hanh Son Mountains & Non Nuoc stone village

5. Tips for a complete Coco City Tour experience

To make your journey on this open-top double-decker bus more complete and memorable, don't miss the following useful tips:

5.1 Some suggestions for the ideal time to go on Coco City Tour

The right time to experience the Coco City Tour depends on your personal preferences and schedule, but here are some suggestions for time frames to help you enjoy the trip to the fullest:

Early morning (07:00 am - 09:00 am): This is when the weather is cool, not too sunny. Traveling at this time will help you have an energetic start, enjoying the fresh air of the city in the early morning. In addition, this is also the ideal time to take photos with the most beautiful natural light.

Late afternoon (04:00 pm - 06:00 pm): For sunset lovers, this time is the perfect choice. Sitting on the second floor of the bus, you can admire the city in the sunset, and take sparkling photos with the impressive color-changing sky.

Evening (06:30 pm - 09:00 pm): Da Nang at night becomes brilliant with LED lighting systems on bridges and vibrant streets. If you want to enjoy the bustling atmosphere and watch the Dragon Bridge spout fire, going at this time is completely reasonable.

Tip: If you go in the summer, avoid the time from 11:00 am - 03:00 pm because the sun is strong and the high temperature can make you uncomfortable sitting on the second floor of the car.

Check-in with Coco Bus Tour 

5.2 Share tips to get the best "virtual living" photos

Enjoying a unique Da Nang bus trip like this, you cannot miss the opportunity to take unique photos from a high angle. To get yourself "million-like" photos, try applying the following tips:

Choose the right seat

- The second floor is the ideal location for the best panoramic shots. If possible, choose a seat in the front row or near the railing for easy posing and capturing impressive moments.

- If you want to take pictures along the way and enjoy the sea view, sit on the right side of the bus when going from the center of Da Nang to the sea, and sit on the left side when going in the opposite direction.

Note the time of taking the photo

Early morning and sunset light are the best moments of beautiful photos. Be flexible in choosing the right time, and beautiful sunshine during the day to own the most brilliant photos.

Comfortable and outstanding clothing

To create a highlight in the city scene, you can choose clothes with bright colors such as red, yellow, green or white.... These colors will help you stand out more in the photos, especially when taking photos with a blue sky or sparkling bridges at night.

Use creative shooting angles

- Try lowering your camera to a low angle to get a great pose or raise your camera high to capture a super cool city view.

- Take advantage of the second-floor location to capture panoramic shots of the city, streets, rivers and buildings.

Supporting accessories

- A stylish sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, or a high-quality camera will help you take cooler photos.

- If you want to take panoramic photos, don't forget to bring a selfie stick or compact tripod.

5.3 Notes when using Coco City Tour bus service

Check the bus schedule before going

Although Coco City Tour has many trips a day, you should still check the operating schedule to avoid missing the trip. You can look up information on the official website or at the ticket office.

Book tickets in advance to avoid selling out

If you go on weekends or during peak tourist season, you should book tickets in advance to ensure good seats.

Prepare necessary items

You should bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses if you are traveling during the day to avoid the strong sunshine. In winter, bring a jacket as the double decker can get a bit cold in the evenings.

Obey the rules on the vehicle

Do not stand up or change seats while the vehicle is moving to ensure safety.

Maintain general hygiene, do not eat or drink on the vehicle if prohibited by regulations.

Avoid making noise, talking, or playing music too loudly so as not to disturb other passengers.

Get off at the right stop

Coco City Tour bus has many different stops, please pay attention to the announcement from the driver or the sign to avoid getting off at the wrong stop. If you are unsure, you can ask the staff on the bus.

6. Summary

Phan Van Travel hopes that the above sharing will help you gain more useful knowledge to enjoy your trip to the fullest. Get ready to take the special bus and unlock the journey to explore the coastal city right away!

In addition to experiencing Coco City Tour, to make your trip more flexible and diverse, you can refer to car rental services from Da Nang to nearby tourist destinations such as Hoi An, Ba Na, and Hue... Phan Van Company is proud to be a unit providing car rental services at reasonable prices, helping you to travel conveniently to many attractive locations. In addition, we also implement a program of shared car tickets and sightseeing tickets for tourists to travel comfortably. Whether it is a random trip or a pre-scheduled trip, we are always ready to support you to have the most complete experience.

The process of booking bus tickets is extremely simple. You just need to contact us directly via hotline 0935016555 or visit the website phanvantravel.com to book tickets online. Contact us quickly to receive better deals!