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Highlights
- Drift along the Hoai River at night with a private wooden boat and your floating lantern as you explore Hoi An Old Town alongside up to eight guests.
- Your English-speaking guide will lead you through lesser-known lanes of The Hoi An Old Town during an expert-led walk, offering insights most visitors miss.
- Enjoy seven tastings at local food stalls in the Old Town while sipping on bottled water as your meals are ordered for you along the way.
- Taste signature dishes such as Cao Lau, Banh My, and White Rose with stories behind each recipe shared by your guide during a small-group tour of Hoi An.
Your Experience
Discover Hoi An Old Town on a small-group food tour featuring seven dishes, a wooden Hoai River boat ride, and your own paper lantern.
Getting started
Gather in Hoi An Old Town with an expert English-speaking guide for the start of your small-group tour. With up to 8 guests per group, you'll receive an introduction before exploring local food stalls on foot. Note that the entrance fee for The Hoi An Old Town is not included and should be arranged prior to the tour.
Hoi An Old Town food stalls
The initial segment of your journey involves walking through hidden local food stalls in Hoi An's old town, places often missed by tourist maps. Here you'll savor dishes unique to the area and learn about how locals dine during evening hours.
Features
- Savor Cao Lau, Banh My, White Rose, among other exclusive Hoi An dishes at each stop for a total of seven different tastes.
- The guided visit to the food stalls is led by your English-speaking guide who will explain each dish's significance in local culture and daily life.
- Bottled water is provided so you can enjoy the culinary experience without needing additional drinks.
- With a maximum of 8 guests, this small-group tour ensures easy navigation through Hoi An Old Town’s narrow streets and food stalls.
Hoai River wooden boat ride
In the evening, you'll make your way to the riverfront for a traditional wooden boat experience on the Hoai River. As town lights shimmer across the water's surface, enjoy this serene journey away from the bustling banks.
Features
- The tour includes an exclusive wooden boat ride along the Hoai River at night, providing your group with a private and peaceful experience on the river.
- You'll receive a paper lantern to release onto the water, watching it float away into the Hoi An sky.
- Your expert English-speaking guide accompanies you throughout this traditional evening activity, offering insights while you enjoy the tranquil stretch of the Hoai River.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Wooden boat ride along the Hoai River
- Expert guide who speaks English
- Visit to food stalls in Hoi An Old Town
- All dishes at every stop, totaling seven items
- Bottled water provided
- Paper lantern for each person on the river
- Small-group tour with a maximum of eight guests
- Entrance fee for Hoi An Old Town
- Drinks are not included
- Pickup and drop-off services are optional
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Must Know
- Bring cash to cover the Hoi An Old Town entrance fee as it is not included in your tour ticket.
- If you plan on purchasing additional drinks during the tour, ensure you have money handy since these are extra costs.
- The group size for this intimate experience will be a maximum of eight guests to allow personalized attention and interaction with your guide.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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