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Highlights
- Explore Hoi An Ancient Town at night with an expert guide leading you through the illuminated streets for lantern viewing, followed by a craft session and a food walk all in one evening.
- Meet your knowledgeable guide and take advantage of provided transportation to reach Da Nang's water coconut forest; start your adventure aboard a basket boat.
- Post-boat ride, engage in a DIY workshop focused on lantern-making before embarking on an expert-led walking tour through Hoi An’s culinary delights.
- During the food walk, enjoy recommended dishes and take time to capture photos of beautifully lit lantern boats and houses reflected in Da Nang's waterside scenery.
- Enhance your experience with optional BBQ meals during the food walk or opt for private transportation between various attractions within Hoi An town.
- Choose a craft activity from options like lantern-making, pottery-making, or scented candle-making to personalize your creative workshop.
Your Experience
Discover the charm of Hoi An and Da Nang through a guided basket boat ride combined with a DIY workshop and walking local food tour for an integrated experience.
Getting started
Your journey begins by meeting your expert guide at the designated starting point in either Hoi An or Da Nang, followed by transportation to the first stop. A brief introduction outlines the day's activities: a basket boat ride through water coconut forests, lantern-making workshops, and a walking local food tour. Your chosen option is confirmed before you embark.
Water coconut forest
This segment takes you into serene water coconut forests where traditional round basket boats navigate the calm channels amidst dense palm trees, offering an intimate view of this unique landscape.
Features
- Included is a tranquil basket boat ride through the water coconut forest, providing a scenic journey along peaceful waterways surrounded by lush palms.
- Your professional guide shares insights into local life and assists with capturing photos around the streets and lantern boats to document your adventure.
- Transportation to and from the forest area is provided; private transportation may be available depending on your selected option.
DIY workshop experience
Selecting a variant allows you to participate in an engaging DIY workshop, adding a creative touch with traditional crafts or scented products linked to Hoi An's artisan culture.
Features
- Lantern-making is included for all variants, offering hands-on experience as you craft your own lantern.
- The Lantern-Making Workshop + Guided Tour option includes a lantern workshop; the Pottery-Making Workshop + Guided Tour offers pottery crafting; and the Scented Candle-Making Workshop + Guided Tour features candle-making.
- Your expert guide supports photo capturing during workshops, while transportation between stops is included.
Walking local food tour
In Hoi An, a walking local food tour takes you through vibrant streets to explore the city's culinary offerings on foot.
Features
- All guided variants include a walking local food tour that introduces you to street-side stalls and eateries showcasing everyday cuisine in Hoi An.
- For some options, BBQ local food is included as part of the experience; for others, meals are at your own expense.
- An English-speaking professional guide accompanies all guided variants, with private transportation available on the Private English-Guided Tour with Transfers.
Hoi An Ancient Town at night
The tour continues in Hoi An's ancient town after dark, where lantern-lit streets and traditional houses create a fascinating atmosphere perfect for photography along the river and within the historic district.
Features
- A nighttime visit to Hoi An Ancient Town is included in every variant, allowing you to stroll through lit-up streets and capture the town's evening charm.
- Your guide assists with photo capturing around lantern boats and highlights opportunities for photographing released lanterns on water.
- Transportation back from the town is provided; private transportation is available for those selecting the Private English-Guided Tour with Transfers.
Wrapping up
Your experience concludes as your guide arranges transportation back, using shared or private options based on your choice. Any additional food and drinks outside included BBQ meals in Hoi An are at your discretion, along with gratuities.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Basket boat ride through the water coconut forest
- Expert guide
- DIY activities such as lantern-making
- Walking local food tour
- Visit to Hoi An Ancient Town at night
- Photo capturing around the streets and lantern boat
- Transportation
- Lantern-making workshop, pottery-making workshop or scented candle-making workshop [as per option selected]
- BBQ local food in Hoi An [as per option selected]
- Private transportation [as per option selected]
- Food and beverages
- Tips
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- If you've selected a ticket option that includes BBQ food in Hoi An, enjoy local delicacies during your walking tour.
- For those who choose private transportation, an English-speaking guide and transfers are included; however, meals and entrance fees require separate payment.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.