The Best Things to do in Hoi An , Vietnam
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Ba Na Hills Countryside Day Tour
From $228Full-Day Tour to Ba Na Hills from Hoi An Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Hoi An by your private guide and driver. Enjoy a scenic drive (about 1.5 hours) through the countryside as you make your way to Ba Na Hills, a mountaintop resort complex perched at nearly 1,500 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, take a thrilling cable car ride, recognized as one of the longest and most spectacular in the world, offering sweeping views of lush forests, valleys, and waterfalls. At the summit, explore the highlights of Ba Na Hills: Golden Bridge – Walk across this world-famous pedestrian bridge, seemingly held up by giant stone hands rising from the mountainside. Le Jardin d’Amour Gardens – Wander through beautifully landscaped gardens with different themes, vibrant flowers, and European-style sculptures. French Village – Step back in time as you stroll through cobblestone streets, Gothic-style architecture, and quaint squares reminiscent of medieval Europe. Fantasy Park – For those interested, enjoy a fun stop at Vietnam’s largest indoor amusement park with games, rides, and attractions for all ages. A buffet lunch with a wide selection of Vietnamese and international dishes is included at one of the restaurants on the mountain. After lunch, continue to explore more of Ba Na Hills or simply relax and soak in the cool mountain air before taking the cable car back down. In the late afternoon, your driver will take you back to Hoi An

What’s it like to move through life at the pace of a bicycle or a bamboo boat? How does one spend a day when they’re not rushing from place to place and deadline to deadline? The answer to these questions is waiting for you in Hoi An, Vietnam. Discover the simple pleasures of rural life when you surround yourself with vegetable gardens, rice terraces, fishing boats. In Vietnam, ‘slow living’ isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a bonafide way of life.
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Sample life in Vietnam and amazing cuisine, all in the course of one amazing tour. Cruise along the Thu Bon River; visit one of Hoi An, Vietnam’s oldest markets; and learn how to prepare dishes you can recreate at home. Nature, culture, and culinary tips? This tour has it all!
Escape from the bustle of the city to the virgin Cham island with stunning beach and cool weather. Learn about local life and culture of local fisherman living on the island Go snorkeling/swimming/scuba diving to see marvelous coral reef Spend leisure time on wonderful clear beach of Cham island.

Lantern Making Experience
From $17Learn the secrets of Hoi An’s famous lanterns in this hands-on lantern making experience. Cycle out to a local lantern workshop and learn the art of lantern making from an expert craftsman.

Hoi An walking tour and My Son
From $154My Son temples were built from the 4th century under the reign of king Bhadravaman, until late 13th century, and early 14th century under the reign of King Jaya Simhavaman III (Che Man). My Son used to be a group of more than 70 temple towers. Each temple has a typical architecture which reflects a historical stage of the Champa kingdoms. Most of the architecture and sculptures were influenced by Indian culture. Most of the temples point to the East, the sun direction. Champa people thought that the East was the place where the gods lived.
Step into the lives of the locals for a day in the Tra Que vegetable village. This tour introduces you to a family who will teach you about farming in the picturesque Hoi An countryside. Cycle out to Tra Que vegetable village from your hotel and enjoy the hustle and bustle of Hoi An’s back alleys. When you arrive in the village, you will take a short stroll through the vegetable gardens and learn about the local produce and history of the area. After the introduction, it’s time to get your hands dirty as you follow your hosts going about their daily chores. You will learn about preparing the land, fertilizing with seaweed, sowing, and picking the best vegetables. This is a fascinating insight into the lives of many people in rural Vietnam. As a reward for all your hard work, you will be treated to a foot bath with local herbs. You will then join the family in the kitchen to help prepare the produce for a delicious Vietnamese lunch. Learn how to make tam huu spring rolls and banh xeo pancakes and then sit down to eat the feast you’ve helped create. After lunch, you will say goodbye to your hosts and cycle back to your hotel.

Red Bridge Cooking Class Hoi An
From $46Have yourself a delicious adventure when you explore Hoi An’s culinary side. You’ll visit the colorful markets of Ancient Town, tour the school’s vegetable and herb garden, and enjoy a demonstration by Red Bridge’s chef before you recreate the dish yourself. Get a taste of Vietnam that you can recreate at home with this amazing tour! Surround yourself with the beauty of Hoi An, Vietnam when you find yourself wandering through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ancient Town. Admire breathtaking rice paddy fields. Take the scenic route when you cycle through the region. Admire fishermen as they cast their nets with grace, ease, and a lifetime of experience. From temples to organic gardens, Hoi An is a garden of earthly delights.

Take to the roads for a jeep adventure to My Son Holy land. Get closer to rural Vietnam and experience its ancient culture.

Depart: 08:00 AM Length: 8 hours – 20km cycling/ 3 hour kayaking Route: The Ancient Town - Cam Kim - Duy Hai - Cam Thanh - Hoi An Met by your English speaking guide at your hotel in Hoi An at 8am for your cycle and kayak tour. After a brief introduction and biking guidance, you will begin your cycling to Hoi An’s countryside. You will get a chance to visit a variety of villages – from wood carving, sedge mat making, fish sauce making, to bamboo making villages, partake in some local activities and observe our community at play. We will cycle across scenic rice paddy fields and lovely rivers. We will keep at a nice and easy pace, taking in the scenery and local hospitality. After lunch with a local family, you will kayak around the palm islands to the old town and learn more about Hoi An’s countryside life . Enjoy some light refreshments before returning to your hotel.

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