Cultural Journey Through Hoi An's Traditional Crafts and Artistry

$80
Duration
4 hours
Type
Difficaulty
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About This Tour

We will embark on a 30-minute boat ride to Kim Bong Carpentry Village, a traditional craft village in Hoi An established in the 15th century by artisans from Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, and Ha Tinh.

Upon arrival, you will explore the shipbuilding area, where wooden fishing vessels are constructed using traditional techniques. You will also visit a carpentry workshop to witness craftsmen creating handcrafted furniture and intricate sculptures.

Next, we will continue our journey with another boat ride to Thanh Ha Pottery Village, where you can observe villagers making pottery products such as vases, pots, and kettles. Thanh Ha Pottery Village boasts over 500 years of history, tracing its roots back to its establishment.

We will then visit the Thanh Ha Terra Cotta Park Museum, where a series of remarkable sculptures and architectural replicas come to life. Here, you will see stunning clay models of iconic landmarks, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa (Italy), Taj Mahal (India), Sydney Opera House (Australia), the White House (USA), the Pyramid (Egypt), and Notre Dame (France), all crafted by local artisans.

Finally, we will conclude the tour by visiting a local lantern craftsman to learn about the traditional art of lantern making.

Activities
Accessibility
Language
Max People
10

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center

    Transportation with air-conditioning

    Entrance fees, Boat

    Bottled drinking water

    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

Kim Bong Carpentry Village
We will embark on a 30-minute boat ride to Kim Bong Carpentry Village, a traditional craft village in Hoi An established in the 15th century by artisans from Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, and Ha Tinh.Upon arrival, you will explore the shipbuilding area, where wooden fishing vessels are constructed using traditional techniques. You will also visit a carpentry workshop to witness craftsmen creating handcrafted furniture and intricate sculptures.

Thanh Ha Pottery Village
Next, we will continue our journey with another boat ride to Thanh Ha Pottery Village, where you can observe villagers making pottery products such as vases, pots, and kettles. Thanh Ha Pottery Village boasts over 500 years of history, tracing its roots back to its establishment.We will then visit the Thanh Ha Terra Cotta Park Museum, where a series of remarkable sculptures and architectural replicas come to life. Here, you will see stunning clay models of iconic landmarks, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa (Italy), Taj Mahal (India), Sydney Opera House (Australia), the White House (USA), the Pyramid (Egypt), and Notre Dame (France), all crafted by local artisans.

Local lantern craftsman
Finally, we will conclude the tour by visiting a local lantern craftsman to learn about the traditional art of lantern making.

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

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
  • 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
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center (Except South Hoi An area)

Cancellation Policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 999 days or less before the event

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