Cultural Tours in Hoi An

Known for its World Heritage-listed Ancient Town, Hoi An preserves many of Vietnam's cultural traditions. On a full-day tour you'll ride a bike to local artisans and villages to witness the locals going about their daily routines. See how lanterns are made, observe farmers at work in Tra Que and learn about ceramics in the pottery village of Thanh Ha. Lunch and a boat ride on the Thu Bon River are included.

There's a lot to see in Hội An, so it's easy to miss the highlights of this old and historic township, particularly if you only stop for a short time.  Enjoy a fuller view of Hội An with this walking tour. Follow your guide through the unique patchwork of city districts and enjoy a unique view of daily life here.

Take an early morning Hoi An tour to watch the sunrise and visit a fish market during its busy hours. Experience a piece of daily life in the city as you see local fishermen return after a night of fishing and sell their catches at the market. You’ll cruise along the river by boat and learn how to paddle a Vietnamese bamboo basket boat before waking up with a cup of coffee and breakfast.

Discover traditional life in rural Vietnam on this full-day tour from Hoi An. Visit a local village, where you can cycle around the farmlands, ride a water buffalo through the rice fields, and try fishing on a riverboat cruise, then tuck into a typical Vietnamese lunch.

After you've seen the city spend a half day touring the countryside just beyond Hoi An with this memorable tour that puts you up close to rural life. Interact with locals, learn to make strong rice wine the traditional way and master typical fishing techniques as you row in a bamboo boat. Pedal through the rolling hills during an easy bike ride and learn what Vietnamese village life is all about.

Drive a semi-automatic scooter — known as a ‘moto’ — through the Vietnamese countryside on an off-road route with a professional guide. This full-day tour for experienced riders offers an authentic experience that’s hard to beat. Travel as the locals do and ride past stunning landscapes, including scenic Hai Van Pass, en route to the Son Tra Peninsula. You’ll visit Tra Que Village and stop for lunch at a beach to relax.

Spend a day exploring the wonders of Hoi An, from the natural beauty of Marble Mountain to Ancient Town architecture dating back hundreds of years. Travel with a knowledgeable guide to Da Nang on the Son Tra peninsula where you'll climb the stone steps to Linh Ung Pagoda and visit a centuries-old stone carving village. Back in the historical seaport, stroll past notable 15th-century landmarks including the Tan Ky House, Phuc Kien (Fujian) Assembly Hall and Japanese Covered Bridge.

Explore historic landmarks of central Vietnam on a full-day tour that takes in My Son Sanctuary in the morning, and Hoi An Ancient Town in the afternoon. Your knowledgeable guide shares the history of these iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites enjoy an in-depth experience of the temples, heritage buildings and stunning landscapes. Your tour includes a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a restaurant in Hoi An. Limited to only seven people on this small-group tour, which includes entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Danang and Hoi An.

Learn about the construction of Vietnam’s traditional silk garments, called ‘ao dai,’ on this half-day tour of Hoi An. You’ll visit a mulberry garden, silkworm-breeding house and silk weaving studio for an in-depth look at this fascinating process. Marvel at carefully tailored Champa textiles and other silk products at a showroom. A set lunch or dinner is included along with round-trip hotel transport.