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Hoi An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam Stop following and start doing!
From the 7th century to the 10th century Hoi An was at the center of the Cham
empire’s spice trading route. Later, from the 15th century to the 19th century, it became a trading
port for the Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, Indian, and Dutch with many of these traders
settling here.
With such multicultural influences and access to food and culture from around the world, a
unique cuisine and social culture developed - however for one reason or another today most
visitors to Hoi An remain unaware of its rich history, culture, tradition, architecture, and culinary
offerings.
Hoi An authentic cuisine - Hoi An specialties cooked up by own family over generations.
Location : Hoi An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
Hoi An authentic cuisine - Hoi An specialties cooked up by own family over generations.
Start the tour with a tasty cocktail made with local ingredients at a hidden bar at the central
market and admire the magical sunset by the river.
Visit a family with generations making the famous Hoi An dishes - Whiterose. We also eat like
locals at the other three local street food counters, trying local popular Banh Can Fried rice
cakes, Banh Mi, Cao Lau Hoi An special noodles and Com Ga Chicken Rice..
If you select this option and book before the due date, you save $10! Don't miss your chance to be guided on the most adventurous experience this side of the river of Hoi An ancient town!
Experience Mekong Delta like a local
Location : Mekong-delta, Việt Nam
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Day 1 |
Ho Chi Minh City – Ben Tre! Leave the bustle Ho Chi Minh City behind for Ben Tre - the coconut kingdom. Arrive in a charming village, hidden under hundreds of coconut palm trees. Welcome to Ben Tre’s nicest homestay, a charming familial house composed of several bungalows, set in a tropical garden and on the Mekong river bank. Fresh coconut juice will be served, then check in your room. Take rest for a while then lunch will be served at the homestay’s open-air restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will cruise along the Ham Luong River visiting small factories that provide an insight into how the local economy works. Stops include a coconut charcoal factory, a coconut processing workshop where you can sample fresh coconut and see how every single part of this versatile nut is turned into food and other products, and a broom-making family, where brooms are made using coconut leaves – you can even have a go at weaving yourself! Stop at a peaceful village for a short walk to see more of local life in the community before traveling by bicycle or xe-lôi - a design of cyclo used only in the Delta, before taking a rowing boat along narrow canals back to the main boat. Return to the restaurant at the end of the afternoon and participate in a cooking class: “Bánh xèo” – Vietnamese pancake made from rice milk. A Special Barbecue dinner is ready to serve with fresh dishes including local seafood, vegetables, meats, ingredients and flavors cooked in the local style.
After dinner, relax with lemongrass and ginger foot bath, a local therapeutic method to relieve the pain and fatigue of the legs.
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Including:
§ Lunch, Barbecue Dinner § 02 Private Double Rooms § Private car 7-seats |
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Day 2 |
Ben Tre – Can Tho Enjoy fresh air while breakfast is served. After that, start a cycling trip (from 2 hours to 2.5 hours) to the island of Oc on a concrete track, lined with fruit trees and coconut trees. On the way, pass by the local market where various local ingredients as vegetables, meat, and fruits, are sold. Subject to availability, visit a workshop of baskets made of coconut stems and a coconut processing operation. You will have a chance to interact with the workshop owner on different braiding techniques. Then return to the bicycles and cross a local Mekong River ferry to reach the island.
From there, cycle on small paths dotted with small huts hidden in lush vegetation while seeing the daily life of the inhabitants of the Mekong Delta, governed by artisanal and agricultural activities. Stop at a fish farm, to know more about two species of catfish: ca tra (Pangasius hypophthalmus) and ca ba sa (Pangasius court), raised in ponds. These catfish are the two main species of fish production in Vietnam. Continue biking and back to the homestay. Check out at 12:00 p.m. after lunch. Then get back to the car and our driver will take you to go to Can Tho. The trip will be around 3-3,5 hours. In Can Tho, you will stay in the high-end and unique 4-star Indochine-style resort, which is located next to Hau River. The resort provides a wide range of facilities like a swimming pool, spa, massage,…for you to enjoy and relax after a long day of traveling.
The evening in Can Tho is free for you to explore the city.
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Including:
§ Breakfast, Lunch § 02 Superior Double rooms § Private car 7-seats |
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Day 3 |
Floating Market (Can Tho) – Ho Chi Minh City Set out early (6:00 am) (*) to witness the bustle of the wholesale floating fruit market at Cai Rang. On the way to Cai Rang floating market, you will see beautiful sunrise reflecting on the river. It is interesting that you can see real local activities such as washing clothes, catching fish or children swimming in the river. Arriving at Can Tho floating market, you will know the history, cultural values, bustling trading scene, and amazing people there.
Later, we’ll follow narrow waterways, stopping to see how local workers skillfully make rice paper, then visit a local craft village where residents weave bamboo baskets by hand.
The cruise trip will last around 3 hours. The resort will serve a buffet breakfast until 10 am, so you can take your time to enjoy your breakfast after the trip from the floating market. At 12:00pm, check out the resort and go back to Ho Chi Minh City by private car. End of tour.
(*)Note: If you choose the option “WITHOUT Accommodation in Can Tho”, our guide and driver will come to pick you up at your own accommodation at 5:00 am to go to the wharf to head to the floating market. And please also note that the buffet breakfast will not be provided for Day 3. |
Including: § Buffet breakfast (*) § Private car 7 seats § Local English-speaking Tour Guide § Boat to the Floating Market § Entrance fees § Bottled water on the boat |
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HOI AN, Vietnam - countryside and foodie for the authentic local life
Location : Hoi An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
Day 1. Hoi An Sunset Delight Food Tour – Eat Like A Local
Hoi An authentic cuisine - Hoi An specialties cooked up by own family over generations.
Start the tour with a tasty cocktail made with local ingredients at a hidden bar at the central
market and admire the magical sunset by the river.
Visit a family with generations making the famous Hoi An dishes - Whiterose. We also eat like
locals at the other three local street food counters, trying local popular Banh Can Fried rice
cakes, Banh Mi, Cao Lau Hoi special noodles and Com Ga Chicken Rice.
The tour finishes with light drinks at a local café to taste Hoi An local herb tea, then walking around to admire the peaceful old town and majestic lanterns of Hoi An on the river with your secret wish.
Each secret spot takes you on a journey through the old town and outskirts, weaving in and out the tiny alleyways you'll get to chow down with the locals at stalls you'd never discover on your own.
Along the way, we pass numerous back alleys and locals going about their daily business with
fantastic photo opportunities along the way. We head to a local fresh food-making place where we will give you an overview of everyday Vietnamese life in Hoi An. This is the walking tour so make sure you have your comfy shoes on!
INCLUDING:
• Food included in the program
• Entrance fee and English-speaking local guide
• Welcome drink a cocktail or non-alcohol choice
EXCLUDING:
• All other services not mentioned above
• All meals and beverages unspecified in the program
• Personal expenses & tips for tour guide and driver
Day 2. TRA NHIEU ECO LIFE TOUR (Haft day tour)
Explore Tra Nhieu village and its true rural Vietnamese life. Learn how wooden fishing
boats are made using traditional methods.
Passing quiet village roads and shady paths, release yourself in peaceful, green fields. It
is your great chance to take unforgettable pictures of Vietnamese rural scenes and people.
Participate in daily local life, visit families making rice paper, and the thung chai bamboo
basket boat.
Try your hand at making the colorful woven mats villagers use for sleeping on. Try several traditional fishing techniques that have been used for many generations.
Lunch with a local family. Cruise back to the old town of Hoi An with a picturesque 30-minute ride by boat while enjoying the scenes of river life on the Thu Bon River.
Included:
Tour guide: English
Bicycle
Bottled water
Meal
Cruise
All visiting fees
Not included:
VAT
Insurance
Min: 2 pax
Duration: 5 hours
The tour starts: 8: 00 a.m or 1:00 p.m / and upon request for a private tour
Day 3. Hoi An Coffee and Art tour – Immerse yourself in Vietnamese Art & Culture!
Sip, savor, and saunter your way through Hoi An neighborhood, deep dive into the coffee
culture from local, craft micro roasteries, and discover hidden alley art perfect for your
sense along the way.
Each specialty craft coffee shop that we visit is a local coffee that offers a unique style to the
Vietnamese coffee culture. We will dive into coffee history, growing regions, processing,
roasting, and preparation. We will start our journey with a coffee tasting of the featured
coffee of each shop to highlight what makes them unique.
Experience the unique and exquisite flavors of Vietnamese coffee on our coffee and art
tours. We bring you an unforgettable experience that will deepen your appreciation for the
art of coffee-making and local art.
HIGHLIGHTS
* 3 Caffeinated Tastings
* 1 workshop painting class with a local Artist!
* 1+ Hidden Alley art locations
* 1+ local food
* Certified Tour Guide is also a coffee-holic.
Join us on a journey filled with adventure, exploration, and indulgence as we guide you
through the captivating world of Vietnamese coffee and Arts together in Hoi An ancient
town.
Tour starts: At 8AM till 1pm or 1pm to 5pm. (or upon request for private tour group)
Tour included:
Painting Workshop (each Paint for each person)
Tour guide
Coffee, Food & Water (Alternative Non - Caffein, Vegetarian and Diet requirements are
available on request
