Experience the rich traditions of Hoi An in this immersive cultural tour. Begin at the Tran Family Home and Chapel, a significant gathering place for family members to honor their ancestors through annual ceremonies. Next, visit the Hoi An Central Market, where you will gain insight into local worship practices, with offerings like flowers, incense, fresh fruit, and rice wine available for purchase.The journey continues to a local family specializing in votive paper-making. Here, you will learn about the traditional craft of creating paper replicas of motorbikes, cars, houses, clothes, and money, which are burned as offerings to ancestors. After this fascinating stop, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local vegetarian restaurant, savoring the flavors of traditional Vietnamese cuisine.Next, we will visit Cam Pho Communal House, the oldest communal house in Hoi An, where village officials hold meetings and worship ceremonies. Then, head to an ancient house adorned with unique decorations to enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee while crafting a DIY flower lantern. Don’t forget to write your wishes before releasing the lantern into the river, creating a magical moment as you watch the flickering lights symbolize your hopes and dreams.Note: If you go on the 1st, 14th, 15th, or 30th day of the lunar calendar each month, you will see the businesses and locals worshiping for their health, wealth, and happiness.Caution: To drive a motorbike in Vietnam, individuals must have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP), a temporary Vietnamese motorcycle license, or a Vietnamese driving license. Tour participants must ensure they have the proper documentation to comply with local laws.
Sacred Traditions And Vegetarian Delights In Hoi An
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center
- Motorbike with driver
- 1 flower lantern/pax
- Vegetarian dinner
- Local coffee
- English speaking tour guide (Other languages available upon request with surcharge)
- Travel insurance
- This tour will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Exclusions
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
Tour Plan
Hoi An Central market
Experience the rich traditions of Hoi An in this immersive cultural tour. Begin at the Tran Family Home and Chapel, a significant gathering place for family members to honor their ancestors through annual ceremonies. Next, visit the Hoi An Central Market, where you will gain insight into local worship practices, with offerings like flowers, incense, fresh fruit, and rice wine available for purchase.
Local restaurant
The journey continues to a local family specializing in votive paper-making. Here, you will learn about the traditional craft of creating paper replicas of motorbikes, cars, houses, clothes, and money, which are burned as offerings to ancestors. After this fascinating stop, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local vegetarian restaurant, savoring the flavors of traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
Cam Pho Communal House
Next, we will visit Cam Pho Communal House, the oldest communal house in Hoi An, where village officials hold meetings and worship ceremonies. Then, head to an ancient house adorned with unique decorations to enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee while crafting a DIY flower lantern. Don’t forget to write your wishes before releasing the lantern into the river, creating a magical moment as you watch the flickering lights symbolize your hopes and dreams.
Itinerary
Experience the rich traditions of Hoi An in this immersive cultural tour. Begin at the Tran Family Home and Chapel, a significant gathering place for family members to honor their ancestors through annual ceremonies. Next, visit the Hoi An Central Market, where you will gain insight into local worship practices, with offerings like flowers, incense, fresh fruit, and rice wine available for purchase.
The journey continues to a local family specializing in votive paper-making. Here, you will learn about the traditional craft of creating paper replicas of motorbikes, cars, houses, clothes, and money, which are burned as offerings to ancestors. After this fascinating stop, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local vegetarian restaurant, savoring the flavors of traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
Next, we will visit Cam Pho Communal House, the oldest communal house in Hoi An, where village officials hold meetings and worship ceremonies. Then, head to an ancient house adorned with unique decorations to enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee while crafting a DIY flower lantern. Don’t forget to write your wishes before releasing the lantern into the river, creating a magical moment as you watch the flickering lights symbolize your hopes and dreams.
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Passport required
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- This tour is available on 2, 3, 16, 17 Jan, 14, 15 Feb, 2, 3, 16, 17, 29 Mar, 1, 14, 15, 30 Apr, 1, 14, 15, 29, 30 May, 12, 13, 28, 29 Jun, 12, 13, 28, 29 Jul, 11, 12, 26, 27 Aug, 9, 10, 25, 26 Sep, 9, 10, 24, 25 Oct, 7, 8, 23, 24 Nov, 7, 8, 22, 23 Dec
- Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
- Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old
- Caution: Foreigners in Vietnam are allowed to drive a motorbike only with a Vietnamese driver’s license. Purchasing this tour, you should be aware of and abide by the Vietnamese Law.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center (Except South Hoi An area)
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