HOI AN, VIETNAM
In the 16th century, the ancient town of Hoi An was one of the major trading centers of Southeast Asia and was declared a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1999. Hoi An has a distinctive Chinese atmosphere with narrow streets and colorful houses decorated with lacquer panels engraved with Chinese characters. Originally a harbour for the Cham city at My Son, the town became a trading port for Chinese, Japanese and European traders, reaching its peak during the 17th century. The different influences on this riverside town over the centuries have resulted in an eclectic mix of architectural styles, ranging from Chinese assembly halls to grand merchants’ houses to French colonial villas.
H A L FÂ D A YÂ P E D A L L I N GÂ T H R O U G HÂ C R A F TÂ V I L L A G E S
8:00 am and 9:30 am,
Hoi An town’s Thu Bon River has a vast network of islands and islets perfect for two- wheel exploration. Today, cycle down quiet roads, pass lush paddies and waterways fringed with water coconut palms and participate in local industry cottages. Laid back and rural in character, the island of Cam Kim is perfect for exploration by bicycle. Crossing the Thu Bon River by wooden boat, your adventure begins with a visit Kim Bong carpentry village and
boat building workshop before heading further into the lush interior.
9:30 am and 10:30 am,
Cycling around the island is a real treat. Paddy fields, out-of-the-way settlements, vegetable farms and even water
buffaloes to ride across all add to the appeal of this little-visited island. There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and interact with the local communities during your leisurely cycle ride.
Cycling around the island is a real treat. Paddy fields, out-of-the-way settlements, vegetable farms and even water
buffaloes to ride across all add to the appeal of this little-visited island. There will be plenty of opportunities to stop and interact with the local communities during your leisurely cycle ride.
10:30 am and 11:30 am,
Observe local farming methods, learn about the art of mat weaving, try to make your own rice noodle and see how bamboo basket boats are made. Experience all this and more before making the return trip to Hoi An.
Observe local farming methods, learn about the art of mat weaving, try to make your own rice noodle and see how bamboo basket boats are made. Experience all this and more before making the return trip to Hoi An.
NOTES
* OPERATES: 08.00 – 12.00
* INCLUSIONS: Transportation, Mineral water on car, English Speaking guide, Entrance fee, Local standard bike, Boat trip, visit local house
* EXCLUSIONS: Meals and Drinks at meal, Tips and Gratuities
* REMARKS: A surcharge will be applied for those who stay outside Hoi An town and do not start cycling
from their hotels.
* OPERATES: 08.00 – 12.00
* INCLUSIONS: Transportation, Mineral water on car, English Speaking guide, Entrance fee, Local standard bike, Boat trip, visit local house
* EXCLUSIONS: Meals and Drinks at meal, Tips and Gratuities
* REMARKS: A surcharge will be applied for those who stay outside Hoi An town and do not start cycling
from their hotels.