Best Trips and Adventures in Hoi An

From Da Nang: Coconut Jungle-Hoi An City-Release Flower Lantern.

Experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats, exploring Hoi An Old town, culminating in a serene boat ride and lantern release.

About this activity

The tour guide will pick you up at locations within a maximum distance of 3km from Han River Bridge . If your hotel is located in a narrow alley, car-restricted area, or pedestrian zone, please provide your hotel information and address, and we will guide you to the most convenient pick-up point. An additional fee of 50,000 VND per person will apply if your pick-up location is more than 3km and up to a maximum of 5km from Han River Bridge.

Highlights

Listen to your tour guide tell the story of Hoi An Ancient Town
Visit ancient houses, pagodas, and museums
Row a boat on the river and release flower lanterns to pray for happiness
Learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row the bamboo basket boats

Tour details

- 12.00 – 12.15: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or at the meeting point. Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interested are suitable for everybody.
- About 2.30 pm: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.
• Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
• You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
• Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
• Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
• Dinner with Hoi An specialty food.
- 6.00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best lucks to you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.
- 6.30 pm – Return to your hotel. End of our services