Hoi An Afternoon Walking Tour with Sunset Cruise & Best Cao Lau
Approx. 4 hours
Walking
From 2 people
Hoi An Old Town, Thu Bon River
English speaking guide
Meals excluded
As the afternoon sun mellows, Hoi An Ancient Town transforms into a golden-hued sanctuary where the iconic yellow heritage houses radiate warmth against the quiet, cobblestone alleys. From 1:00 PM, the town breathes a slower pace, offering the perfect opportunity to admire the intricate carvings of the Japanese Covered Bridge or find shade within a traditional merchant house. As the heat wanes and the sun begins its descent, the Thu Bon River catches the amber light, reflecting a sky of pastel gradients. This transition marks the magical hour when silk lanterns flicker to life, signaling the town’s shift into an illuminated wonderland.
Highlights
Sightsee & take photos at Japanese Bridge, the symbol of Hoi An
Visit Hoi An Central Market, the oldest & the biggest local market
Learn about Hoi An’s traditional intangible cultural heritages in Museum of Folklore
Enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the river & watch sunset
Contact for reservation/support
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Hotline/WhatsApp/WeChat/Zalo+84968009827
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Emailhoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
Itinerary
Meet up
Meet up time: 1:30 PM (local time)
Our guide will see you at entrance of Phap Bao Pagoda on Hai Ba Trung Street.
If you go from Da Nang, you can contact us for a transport arrangement, by WhatsApp number +84968009827 or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com. An extra fee is required.
Hoi An Ancient Town World Heritage
Within your walking tour in Hoi An Ancient Town, you will come and learn about these attractions:
(1) Japanese Covered Bridge: an iconic 16th-century pink stone bridge featuring a small pagoda, blending Japanese, Vietnamese, and Chinese styles over a peaceful canal. See more details
(2) Old House of Tan Ky: a beautifully preserved 18th-century merchant’s residence showcasing intricate wood carvings, mother-of-pearl inlays, and fascinating historical flood marks on walls. See more details
(3) Fujian Assembly Hall: a grand spiritual site dedicated to Thien Hau Goddess (the Goddess of the Sea), featuring ornate gates, colorful murals, and impressive dragon statues. See more details
(4) Hoi An Central Market: a vibrant riverside hub filled with fresh local produce, fragrant spices, handmade crafts, and authentic street food in a lively setting. See more details
(5) Museum of Trade Ceramics: showcases a vast collection of pottery shards and artifacts that trace Hoi An’s historical significance as a major maritime silk road trading port between the 15th and 19th centuries. See more details
(6) Hoi An Traditional Art Performance House: offers a captivating window into regional culture through daily showcases of folk music, traditional dance, and “Bai Choi” singing, all performed within a charming, intimate theater setting. See more details
(7) Famous tailor in Hoi An: visit a famous tailor shop with 20+ year business and +6000 good reviews on TripAdvisor, where you can talk with local experts for making your own suit, dress, or any other fashion items.
Sunset boat trip on Thu Bon River
Embark a boat trip to see sceneries along banks of Thu Bon River, the largest river in the area as well as watch sunset and take beautiful photos. One of special buildings which you will see, is the Moonlight Bridge. This pedestrian bridge has a design inspired by the full moon lantern festival in Hoi An. See more details
Precious Heritage Museum
The Precious Heritage Museum showcases Réhahn’s extensive collection of traditional costumes and artifacts representing Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. It serves as a profound cultural sanctuary where visitors can explore the rich diversity and disappearing traditions of the country’s highland and coastal tribes. See more details
Try best Cao lau (noodle) in Hoi An
Cao Lau is Hội An’s signature noodle dish, distinguished by its thick, chewy texture achieved by using local well water mixed with wood ash. Topped with savory sliced pork, crunchy rice crackers, and fresh herbs, it offers a unique flavor profile found nowhere else in the world. See more details
The tour ends
The tour will end in Hoi An Old Town. Thank you so much!
Traveler's Photos
What's Included
- English speaking guide
- Entry fee to Hoi An Old Town
- Entry fee to Japanese Covered Bridge
- Entry fee to Old House of Tan Ky
- Entry fee to Fujian Assembly Hall
- Entry fee to Museum of Trade Ceramics
- Boat trip on Thu Bon River
- Cultural show
- Transport to the meeting point in Hoi An Old Town
- Transport from Hoi An Old Town to the hotel
- Tipping for tour guide
- Food & beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional activities (shows, boat trips, trishaw riding, etc)
- Personal expenses (shopping, etc)
Additional Information
– Our driver & guide will pick you at your hotel in Da Nang city center (including Hai Chau District, Son Tra District except Nai Hien Dong ward & Tho Quang ward, Ngu Hanh Son District except Hoa Hai ward & Hoa Quy ward) or Hoi An city center.
– In the end of the tour, our driver & guide will drop you off at your hotel.
– Pickup surcharge is required to visitors staying NOT in Da Nang city center or Hoi An city center.
– All surcharges are payable in cash directly to your tour guide.
– No pick up & drop off service in Tan Hiep area of Hoi An (Cham Island).
– Children above 1,4 meters height OR 10 years old will be charged same to adults.
– Children from 1 to 1,4 meters height OR from 5 to 10 years old, will have a discount.
– Children under 5 years old OR 1 meter height, will be free of charge.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1,4 meters and above (and you booked a children ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1 meter and above (and you booked a free ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
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For daily tours:
– Any cancellation before 7 days of departure date will be free of charge.
– Any cancellation before 6 days of departure date will be charged 30% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 5 – 4 days of departure date will be charged 50% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 3 – 2 days of departure date will be charged 75% selling price.
– Any cancellation within 24 hours or no-show: non-refundable.
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What to bring/wear
Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes, hat/cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain poncho/jacket (from October to January), cash. See full details
Contact for reservation/support
If you can not book/pay online OR want to reserve first and pay later OR process a cancellation. Please contact us by WhatsApp number +84968009827 or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com.
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