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Hoi An Basket Boat Adventure & Magical Lantern River Boat (opens in a new tab)

6 h 30 min

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the enchanting heart of Hoi An and its peaceful countryside. After a convenient pickup from your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An, begin your experience with a tranquil ride through the lush Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle aboard a traditional bamboo basket boat. Glide along calm waterways, take in the vibrant greenery, and enjoy a glimpse of authentic river life. Continue your adventure with a guided walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO gem filled with timeless beauty. Explore iconic landmarks like the Japanese Covered Bridge, historic assembly halls, and charming centuries-old houses that reflect the town’s rich cultural heritage. As evening falls, watch Hoi An illuminate with thousands of glowing lanterns. Drift along the Hoai River on a magical lantern boat ride and release your own flower lantern onto the shimmering water — a cherished tradition that captures the soul and spirit of this ancient town.

from$58

My Son Holyland Tour, Come Back by Boat, Hoi An Walking Tour with Night Market (opens in a new tab)

10 h

TOUR PROGRAM : 9:00 a.m :Pick you up at Your Hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An City,Then Transfer to My Son Holyland. It was the capital city of Champa Kingdom from the 4th to 13th century.It is a large complex of religious relics that comprises more than 70 architectural works.The major structure of Cham architecture is atower, built to reflect the divinity of the king. Your guide will provide you with in-depth information on the history of each temple around the ancient ruins.After Visiting My Son, We go by car about 35 Minutes to Boat Station to get on Private Boat (About 50Minutes) to go to Hoi An Dock. Next, We have Lunch at Local Restaurant. Then,We do walking tour around Hoi An old town.Your tour guide will explain the history of the Japanese bridge, traditional house,Chinese Assembly Hall, cultural and historical museum or You can have freetime if you want. Visiting Hoi An night market and see the lovely lanterns that Hoi An is famous for. Finish your trip & send back to your hotel

from$108

Jeep Tour - MARBLE MOUNTAINS & AM PHU CAVE- MONKEY MOUNTAIN (opens in a new tab)

4 h – 5 h

TOUR PROGRAM : 8:00a.m or 14:00p.m : We pick you up at your hotel in Da Nang City and Transfer to the Marble Mountains consisting of five marble and limestone hills – the five mountains are named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. You will be rewarded by the great city and ocean view and explore the natural caves, discovering the many hidden secrets of this amazing place and visit the holy pagoda. explore the natural caves where used to be a hospital to treat Vietnamese wounded soldiers Next, Visit Am Phu cave – walk through a devilish underworld full of demons & Learn Law of Karma. After That We go to Lady Buddha Statue, it is the tallest in Viet Nam. Lady Buddha is located at Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang. The statue is situated on the mountains facing the sea. through the lush jungle on the Son Tra Peninsula. Enjoy panorama view of whole Da Nang City from the top of Monkey mountain Finish your trip & Send back Hotel

from$98

Hoi An Ancient City-Riverboat Ride & Night Market- Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 h – 6 h

TOUR PROGRAM : 3:30p.m : Our guide pick you up at Hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang,Then, Transfer to Hoi An.This World Heritage listed town is located along Thu Bon river.has remained unchanged for centuriesand is a wonderful backdrop for taking stunning photos. In the past,Hoi An was used as an international trading port of Champa Kingdom to import and export wood, gold and silk, At that time, Hoi An held trade fairs which attracted lots of merchants from Holland, Portugal, Japan and China to come with their goods. After the river became too shallow, Da Nang was the harbour chosen to replace Hoi An as the major port. During guided walking tour around Hoi An old town,our tour guide will explain the history of the Japanese bridge, traditional house,Chinese Assembly Hall, acultural and historical museum Next, 20 Minute Boat Ride to see Hoi An city at Early Night,Then,You walk to night Market to see colourful Lanterns or have some freetime, Finish The Trip & We Bring you back to Your Hotel

from$72

My Son Holyland & My Lai Massacre Tour from Da Nang orHoi An City (opens in a new tab)

10 h – 11 h

TOUR PROGRAM : 7:30a.m : We pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang City. Then, Transfer you to MY Son Holyland - UNESCO World Heritage Your licensed guide will provide you with in-depth information on the history of each temple and will be ready to help you to take lots of stunning photos around the ancient ruins. After That We have Lunch at Local Restaurant, Next, We go to MY LAI MASSACRE, This trip will give you a sad memorable experience within only one day. You have chance to understand more about the terrible War in Vietnam with the visit of the My Lai monument. This site was built for memory of the civilians. Only Women and Children about 502 people who were killed during Viet nam- American War.The colour of small river in My lai Village changed to become red colour Because of Blood of 502 Children and old women were killed by shooting. It was very terrible war and sad experience. Finish The Tour & We send you back Hotel

from$155

Hoian Cycling: Nipa Boat, Co Co river & Herbal Farming Experience (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h – 7 h

Leave the crowds behind and pedal your way through Hoi An’s peaceful countryside on this immersive cycling adventure. Ride along quiet village paths to discover the tranquil beauty of the Co Co River, where you'll hop into a traditional round nipa palm basket boat and glide through a coconut forest once used by wartime guerrillas. Next, dive into local life with a hands-on herbal farming experience. Learn how villagers grow and use traditional Vietnamese herbs, try your hand at farming techniques, and enjoy a fresh herbal tea in a garden setting. This is more than a bike tour — it’s a cultural journey filled with stories, laughter, and unforgettable moments with locals. Scenic cycling through hidden backroads Basket boat ride through the nipa palm forest Learn and experience traditional herbal farming Beautiful river views and authentic photo stops ☕ Enjoy local refreshments and farm hospitality Perfect for: Culture lovers, nature seekers, and families looking for a unique

from$66

Private Guided Historical Tour in My Son Sanctuary (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h – 5 h

If you are an avid lover of ancient history, then My Son Sanctuary is a must-see! My Son Sanctuary is located in the upper area of Thu Bon River, Da Nang City, and is about 20km west of Tra Kieu Citadel in an area of the narrow valley. It is a cluster of Hindu temples located in the Duy Phu commune, Duy Xuyen district. It was once a place of worship where the Cham-Pa (known as the Cham people today) would make sacrifices to the gods. Built between the 4th and 13th centuries A.D., this famous architectural complex of the Cham was built to worship the god Shiva. Our guide will show you the history of the Cham people as well as how to worship Hindu gods. On this tour, you have a chance to watch a Cham dancing show performed by Cham people. It was recognized as a world cultural heritage site in 1999 by UNESCO.

from$49

My Son Holyland - Basket Boat Ride - Lunch & Herbal Foot Massage (opens in a new tab)

7 h

TOUR PROGRAM : 8:00a.m : We pick you up at Hotel in Da nang or Hoi An city, Then Transfer to My Son Holyland,Visit the lost champa kingdom in Viet nam History that comes from 2nd century to 13th century and learn about Champa People, Cham Kingdom & Cham Culture. Enjoy the beauty of valley surrounding by jungle and mountains Explore the temples that were built and rebuilt  from 4th century to 13rd century Try to find down how did the cham people built the temple without using mortar Then Transfer to Hoi An to Enjoy Lunch with Authentic Food at Local Family Restauran, Foot Massage with Herbs Next, We go to Coconut Forest where we will test the seafarer in you as you take a ride in a bamboo basket boat, and you will have a chance to fish for crabs. You will learn how locals throw out the big fishing nets and then give it a try yourself. Your local guides will demonstrate their amazing skills at making watches, fish, and grasshoppers from coconut leaves, Finish The Tour & Send Back Hotel

from$92.06

Daily Da Nang Hue City one day tour departure from Hoi An (opens in a new tab)

1 day

Touted as one of the twenty cleanest cities in the world and the most livable city in Vietnam, Da Nang is a destination that you simply cannot afford to miss. Dovetailed with romantic Han River, featured with the seductive My Khe Beach, and backed by Ba Na Mountain, Da Nang is blessed to be the tourist capital of South Central Vietnam. Attractions such as Hai Van Mountain Range, tropical rain forest on Son Tra Peninsula, Ngu Hanh Son Mountain and Fantasy Park are all must-go places in Da Nang. Every year, this beautiful city hosts an international fireworks competition, luring artists and visitors from all over the world to lighten up the sky in one night.  Located on the bank of Song Huong- Perfume River; Hue, the capital of Thua Thien Hue province in Central Vietnam, is 700 km southern Hanoi, 1100km northern Ho Chi Minh City, and only a few miles from the sea. Most well-known for its historic values; Hue had been recognized as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

from$78

Half Day Hoi An Countryside Classic Vespa Tour with BBQ Lunch (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h – 5 h

At around 8:00 a.m our driver and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel then we begin our Half-Day Hoi An Classic Vespa Tour. We first take you to visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village where you witness and learn how to make clay products by hands. It offers a truly unique experience in Hoi An. After that, we stroll around the village and see the local people's lives. Next, hop on our Vintage Vespa, we take you to Cam Kim Island where you have immersive experience of Vietnam’s charming countryside. Thus, you will visit a wood carving workshop learn how to carve the wood. Next, we will visit a local family where they weave the sleeping mats. Following the tour, we sightsee a local family where they make rice paper and rice wine, you can sit down and learn how to do it yourself. We then continue to Cam Thanh Village to have Basket Boat activity. Finally, visit Tra Que herbs village, learn how to make "Banh Xeo" and have a BBQ at garden restaurant. Around 13:00 p.m we drop off at hotel.

from$98

Experience Hoi An Basket Boat Ride in the Coconut Forest (opens in a new tab)

50 min – 1 h 40 min

What makes this experience special is the combination of beautiful nature, authentic local culture, and fun hands-on activities in Cam Thanh Coconut Forest. Instead of simply sightseeing, you will travel through peaceful coconut-palm waterways in a traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boat with a friendly local boatman. Learn how to paddle the basket boat, try catching small crabs, and watch local fishermen demonstrate traditional fishing-net casting. One of the most exciting highlights is the famous basket boat spinning performance, creating a fun and memorable moment for visitors. Along the way, there are many opportunities to take beautiful photos surrounded by lush coconut palms. The friendly local team will warmly welcome you and share stories about fishing traditions and daily village life. This experience is suitable for couples, families, groups of friends, and travelers looking for an authentic taste of Hoi An beyond the Ancient Town.

from$7

My Son Sanctuary Luxury Morning Tour from Hoi An (opens in a new tab)

6 h

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Central Vietnam on this unforgettable day tour. Begin your journey at the My Son Sanctuary (Mỹ Sơn), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former spiritual center of the Hindu Cham Kingdom, where ancient red-brick temples rise from emerald-green hills. Explore the fascinating ruins on a guided walking tour and gain deep insight into Vietnam’s Hindu heritage. Afterward, visit a local home for an authentic Vietnamese cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare traditional dishes before enjoying your freshly made lunch. End your adventure with a scenic boat ride back to Hoi An, soaking in the tranquil beauty of the Thu Bon River. Comfortable air-conditioned transport, expert guides, and thoughtful touches make this My Son Sanctuary Luxury Morning Tour a perfect blend of history, culture, and local life — ideal for travelers seeking an enriching and memorable experience in Central Vietnam.

from$45

DA NANG PRIVATE TOUR - Marble Mountain-Monkey Mountain - Beach (opens in a new tab)

4 h

TOUR PROGRAM : 8:00 A.M /13:30 P.M. Our Tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and discover the Marble Mountains consisting of five marble and limestone hills – the five mountains are named after the five elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth. You will be rewarded by the great city and ocean view and explore the natural caves, Next, we go to the Giant Lady Buddha Statue, the tallest in Viet Nam. Lady Buddha is located at Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang. The statue is situated on the mountains facing the sea. There are 17 floors in the statue, Lastly, stop at the Dragon Bridge to take the beautiful photos of the whole long steel dragon and enjoy the nice view of Da Nang modern city. According to local beliefs, which date back to the Ly Dynasty, the Dragon is a significant symbol of power, nobility and good fortune and It becomes symbol of Da Nang city for tourism development Now. Finish The Tour and Send back to your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An city.

from$66.42

Marble Mountains & My Son Holyland Private Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

PROGRAM : 8:00a.m :Our Guide will pick you up at hotel lobby in Hoi An or Da Nang City. Then,Transfer to Marble mountains, also known as Ngu Hanh Son, is the group of five hills, made of limestone and marble.They look like 5 fingers lying close to the sea.There are several caves, caverns, pagodas, many stairs and 2 spectacular viewing points. And they are also home to several Buddhist sanctuaries and hindu grottoes which are much visited places of worship for the local population. At the foot of the mountains there is a traditional marble fine art village which is over 300 years old. You will admire its talented craftsmen,their creativity and their uniquely beautiful works. Lunch at Local Restaurant. After lunch,We will take you to visit My Son, spending 2 hours walking around My Son with our Guide. Seeing the beauty of My Son in the afternoon. This is also the greatest time of the day to see the My Son without many tourists and traffic. Leaving My Son & drops you off back to hotel.

from$95

Hoi An Basket Boat Riding and Cooking Class Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h 30 min

- Spend a half-day with nature in Hoi An and visit the stunning Bay Mau Coconut Forest - Hop on a basket boat and admire the beauty of the nearby river with your loved ones - Enjoy shaking basket boat performance and net-fishing by local people and crab fishing - Immersed in the natural beauty of the nipa palm forest by bamboo basket boat - Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine with a cooking class from a local chef

from$32

Daily group tour to My Son Sanctuary and Marble Mountain from Hoi An (opens in a new tab)

8 h

We travel about 50km from Hoi An to My Son sanctuary. It comprises many Champa temples, in a valley roughly two kilometers wide, surrounded by two mountain ranges. It was the site of religious ceremonies of kings of the Champa civilization and was also a burial place of Champa royals and national heroes. The My Son temple complex is one of the foremost temple complexes of Hinduism in South East Asia and is the foremost heritage site of this nature in Vietnam. Though the complex has been destroyed over time, we still see many majestic ancient ruins of temples in the area. We also spend time to visit Tra Kieu Church on the way back to Marble Mountain -The Marble Mountains are famous for their traditional stonemasonry activities. In Dong Hai village close to Thuy Son, 600 families chisel stone statues, jewellery, and art work. Marble from the Marble Mountains has been exported to many countries.

from$65

Experience Basket Boat Ride Hoi An With Locals (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Expereince the excitement of riding along in a bamboo basket boat Explore the now peaceful coconut waterways of a past war. Connect with local fishermen as you cast a net and try to catch crabs Learn to paddle and have fun while racing a bamboo basket boat

from$7

Hoi An Countryside Tour by Cycling, motorbike or car (opens in a new tab)

5 h

Spend some time with locals and share their daily lives . Learn how to make the pottery Participate in some of their daily activities around the farm Ride a water buffalo ( optional) Learn how to row in a round basket boat Discover how to cast a fishing net on boat Enjoy a traditional lunch or dinner at local family home:

from$52.68

Discovering Hoi An Countryside Local style From Hoi an (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h 30 min

Tour duration 4 hours -Pick up from hotel -Visit vegetable garden see how local farmers grow vegatable and experience with them. -Riding pass to shimp's farm , rice fiels , cementry to Thu Bon river . -Use local ferry to Cam Kim Island -Take a rest at locak restaurant for relax and enjoy drinking , fruits. -Visit Carpentry village to learn how they make boat , ship . -Learn how to weave sleeping mat . -Back to hotel . -Morning picking up : 8h:00am -Afternoon : 13h30pm

from$79

Jeep Tour- My Son Holyland Tours (opens in a new tab)

6 h

With our My Son holyland tour– we leaving crowded and noisy downtown behind, we will take you to quiet and poetic places, traveling on country road then explore My Son heritage site. The remains of the Champa kingdom, hidden back in a little valley, are a great example of brickwork and carving, is a religious complex well worth the trek out from Da Nang or Hoi An. Coming to My Son, tourists not only contemplate works of ancient and unique culture connecting with priceless cultural value.

from$80

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