Danang/Hoi An: Hoi An City - Coconut Village and Basket Boat
ID: GYG875514-1378169
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
06:30 hours
Description
A wonderful trip to explore Cam Thanh Coconut Village with a basket boat rides. And visit the UNESCO World Heritage - Hoi An Ancient Town, drop flower lanterns on the river and enjoy speciality foods.
12:00 - 12:30 PM
Pick up from Da Nang city center
13:00 - 13:30 PM
Pick up from Hoi An center
14:00 - 14:30
Upon arrival in Cam Thanh Coconut Forest - a beautiful water coconut palm forest about 5km southeast of the Hoi An Old Town. You will get in a basket boat to explore the coconut forest and learn about the daily activities of local fishermen and the village’s history. Also, you have a chance to make your own lovely gifts from coconut leaves. The highlight in the coconut forest is joining the basket boat race in the cheering and bustling music drum.
15:30 - 16:00
Continue the day trip by visiting Hoi An Old Town - a bustling international trading port from the 16th to 17th century. Your tour guide will take you to the Phuc Kien Assembly Halls, Ancient Houses, Japanese Bridge, and other cultural constructions to learn about the unique ancient architecture, local life, and diverse culture blended among Japan, China, and Vietnam.
18:00
Get in a boat to cruise on the Hoai River and admire the charming town from a different perspective. Enjoy the sparkling night while dropping flower lanterns into the clam water. Lighting a flower lantern is like wishing good luck and peace, bringing health and fortune to you and your loved ones. The lantern's glow is a symbol of hope.
18:30
Fill your day with a dinner of Hoi An speciality foods in a restaurant.
19:30
Say goodbye at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang.
Highlights
- Experience the thrill of basketboat dancing in the coconut forest
- Discover the captivating streets of Hoi An Old Town with historical architecture
- Explore Hoi An Night Market and engage in interesting cultural experiences.
- Release water lanterns onto the Hoai River on a boat trip.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We will contact you one day in advance or 3-6 hours before your trip to inform you of your pick-up time. Please keep in touch via phone (whatsapp, Viber, email...).
INCLUDED
- Hotel Pickup at Danang center or Hoi An center
- English speaking guide
- All entrance fees
- Basket boat ride in the Coconut Cam Thanh village
- Wooden boat ride and drop flower lanterns on the Hoai River
- Dinner at restaurant
- Two bottled water per person
NOT INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off locations outside of Hoi An and Danang city centers
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
