Highly recommended private tour with our unique both English and French speaking operator, Antoine who customizes your itinerary to suit your interests, your rythm and beyond your expectations as well
Itinerary
Pickup location:
- Hoi An.
Bay Mau Coconut Forest
- Guided tour. (1 hour)
Optional
Fujian Assembly Hall
- Guided tour. (1 hour)
Optional
Hoi An
- Guided tour. (2 hours)
Optional
Local restaurant
- Break time. (2 hours)
Optional
View point
- Sightseeing. (1 hour)
Optional
Arrive back at:
- Hoi An.
Highlights
- Daily local tour with our unique both English and French speaking licensed guide.
- Modifiable itinerary for your flexible rhythm, interests and expectations as well.
- Bespoke off-the-beaten-path itinerary to experience the local warm hospitality.
Full description
Authentic Local Life full-day tour sharing experiences with friendly people, agreeable moments and a basket full of knowledge guaranteed.
09:00 AM: Start your day at local market to see how positive daily life operates with win-win strategy before visiting Antoine’s hidden sites to understand more about Karma Buddhist Philosophy.
10:00 AM: Make a souvenir by yourself with local specialist assistance while exploring a traditional handicrafts village.
11:25 AM: At Tra Que organic bio vegetables Village, you can join local farmers in their daily tasks like raking, sowing, or watering the organic herb gardens. Taste fresh local herbal drink!
Cam Thanh Coconut Forest: Head to the Bay Mau Coconut Forest to experience a traditional basket boat ride. You’ll paddle through winding canals and can even try “boat spinning” performances while tasting water coconut soup or fresh mango.
Midday: Authentic Home-Cooked Lunch
12:00 PM – Lunch at a local family’s home: Enjoy a cozy meal at a resident’s house. This is the perfect chance to savor homemade specialties like Cao Lau, shrimp and fish dishes, and unique spring rolls while chatting with the hosts about their daily life. A wide selection of fresh seafood, Nem, and typical dishes is available. All dietary, religious or special requests are always accommodated.
Afternoon: Ancient Town Heritage & Cultural Workshops
02:00 PM – Ancient Town Walking Tour: Explore the UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town. Visit iconic landmarks like the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky Old House, and the Fujian Assembly Hall.
05:00 PM – Lantern Making Class: Visit a local workshop to learn how to craft your own silk lantern, a signature souvenir of Hoi An.
Evening: Riverside Magic & Night Market
06:00 PM – Sunset Boat Trip: Take a peaceful wooden boat ride on the Hoai River to watch the town light up with thousands of lanterns. You can release a small paper lantern onto the water for good luck.
07:30 PM – Night Market and Street Food: Wander through the Hoi An Night Market for souvenir shopping and try local street snacks like grilled pork skewers, nem spring rolls, or local cakes.
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Includes
- Travel insurance.
- A souvenir made by yourself with local guide’s assistance.
- Dietary, customized and special requests for food and drinks are always available.
- Private driver in modern equipped vehicles with valid insurance and legal formalities.
- Local knowledgeable tour guide licensed by Vietnam National Administration of Tourism.
- Unlimited time duration.
- Entrance fees (120,000 VND per village, maximum 3 villages).
- Meal and drink on request.
Important information
Know before you go
- Authentic off-the-beaten-path itinerary.
- Tours can be customized according to your interests, rhythm and expectations.
- Experience the true local warm respected hospitality.
- Fully licensed Vietnam specialist tour company.
- In Hoi An, do as Hoi Anians do.