Discover the beauty of the Cam Thanh Coconut Forest and Hoi An Ancient Town on a guided tour from Da Nang. Enjoy a basket boat ride, a lantern cruise, and a delicious local dinner.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the lush beauty of the Cam Thanh Coconut Forest
  • Witness the thrilling ‘Basket Boat Dance’ with festive drums and cheers
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town with a local guide
  • Release a floating flower lantern on the Hoai River for good luck
  • Savor Hoi An’s authentic specialties with a light dinner at a local restaurant

Full description

Leave the modern skyline of Da Nang behind for a journey into the heart of Vietnamese tradition. Begin with a scenic drive to the Cam Thanh Coconut Forest, a lush ecological palm forest that served as a vital base during past conflicts and is now a vibrant local community.

Arrive at the lush Bay Mau Coconut Forest and step into a traditional bamboo basket boat for a journey through tranquil, palm-fringed waterways. As you glide along, be mesmerized by the traditional fishing art. The excitement builds with the thrilling ‘Basket Boat Dance’ – a high-energy performance where local ‘captains’ whirl their boats with mind-blowing speed and precision to the beat of festive drums and cheering crowds.

Next, travel to the world-renowned Hoi An Ancient Town. This UNESCO World Heritage site was once a bustling international trading port. Follow your guide through narrow streets lined with yellow-walled houses, visiting assembly halls and ancient homes that showcase a unique architectural blend of Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese influences.

As twilight falls, the town transforms into a magical lantern-lit wonderland. Board a wooden boat for a cruise on the Hoai River. Participate in a local tradition by releasing a floating flower lantern onto the water. Each flickering flame represents a wish for health, luck, and peace for your loved ones.

Conclude your evening at a local restaurant to enjoy light dinner Hoi An specialties. Taste the authentic flavors that make this town a world-class food destination before a comfortable drive back to your hotel in Da Nang.

Includes

  • Scenic drive to Cam Thanh Coconut Forest
  • Basket boat ride through Bay Mau Coconut Forest
  • Traditional Fishing Art demonstration
  • Basket Boat Dance performance
  • Guided tour of Hoi An Ancient Town
  • Lantern release on Hoai River
  • Light Local Dinner at a local restaurant (if you choose the option “Light Dinner Included” )
  • Drinks during dinner
  • Spinning basket boat experience

Important information

Know before you go

  • The tour involves walking through narrow streets in Hoi An Ancient Town.
  • The activity includes a boat ride, so consider motion sickness precautions if needed.
  • We will send you the detailed pick-up information via WhatsApp in the morning of the travel date.
  • The Light Dinner Included option includes a light local meal with Hoi An dishes. Please note that this is a light dinner only, not a full or large dinner.

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