Half day: Hoi An River tour
- 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Thu Bon River Cruise: - Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the picturesque Thu Bon River, surrounded by lush landscapes, rice paddies, and serene waters. Cultural Insights: Listen to informative commentary from guides about the river’s history, significance, and the communities that rely on it. - Pottery Village: Participate in hands-on pottery-making sessions, where you can shape and decorate your own clay creations under the guidance of skilled artisans, witnessing the traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. - Kim Bong Carpentry Village: Observe master craftsmen creating intricate wooden furniture and decorative items, showcasing traditional carpentry techniques, and see the construction of various types of wooden boats. Experiences with artisans to understand their craft, and participate in workshops where you can try your hand at woodworking. Interact with local villagers, gaining insights into their daily lives, customs
Inclusions
What's included
- Boat/bike
- Professional guide
- Souvenir gift/ Bottle water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off at hotel in the Center
- Entrance fee
What's not
- Personal Fee
- tip
- Transport on requested
Itinerary
We will take you to the boat then cruise on Thu Bon River, that winds through the lush landscapes of Central Vietnam, providing a serene backdrop for a leisurely cruise. This tour typically includes a boat ride along the river, followed by visits to traditional villages showcasing local crafts and lifestyles.
Stop at villages known for their crafts, such as Thanh Ha pottery Village, is well-known for its vibrant pottery-making traditions. Here has a long history of pottery production, dating back to the 15th century. The village is famous for its earthenware products, including pots, vases, and dishes, often characterized by their colorful glazes and intricate designs. Visitors can participate in pottery-making workshops, where they learn techniques from local artisans. You can shape clay, create your own pottery, and even decorate it.
Kim Bong Carpentry and Boat Making Village, located another side of Hoi An ancient town, is a fascinating destination known for its rich heritage in woodworking and traditional boat construction The workshops of village offers visitors try their hand at carpentry or boat building, providing a hands-on understanding of these traditional crafts. Besides, we also exprience sedge mat weaving craft here
After Visiting traditional Villages and Boat cruise on Thu Bon River, our boat and guide will take you to look around Hoi An market and we finish the tour
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Dragon Travel Viet
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
How it compares in Hoi An
- Its from-price is 11% below the median of the 2561 experiences we list in Hoi An.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 807 of 2561.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hoi An
Lantern-lit lanes, tailor shops and riverside cafés glow after dark in Hoi An, a beautifully preserved old trading port in central Vietnam.
The Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves centuries-old merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls and temples along the Thu Bon River. The covered Japanese Bridge is its emblem, and old houses such as Tan Ky show the blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences that shaped the port.
Top-ranked sights in Hoi An: Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, Japanese Covered Bridge (Chua Cau).
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