From Da Nang: Hoi An City Tour W Boat Ride - Lantern Release
ID: GYG787620-1261070
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the charm of Hoi An on a guided tour from Da Nang. Visit the bustling Hoi An Market, the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, and the Tan Ky Ancient House.
Explore the charming city of Hoi An on a guided tour from Da Nang. Visit the Hoi An Market, the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, and the Museum of Folk Culture. Stop at the Japanese Bridge and enjoy a boat ride to release a flower lantern.
Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Da Nang and head to Hoi An. Visit the Hoi An Market, which is always bustling and offers an unmissable shopping experience. This market is full of sights, colors, sounds, and smells.
Next, visit the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
See remarkably well-preserved old houses, such as the Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House, which have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world.
After that, visit the Museum of Folk Culture in Hoi An, a display of artifacts that depicts ancient local daily life in a 150-year-old Chinese merchant house. Enjoy an art show at the Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
Enjoy your time with a boat ride and release a flower lantern to pray for luck for you and your family. Immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street.
Finish your tour and transfer back to your hotel in Da Nang.
Highlights
- Discover the charm of Hoi An on a guided tour from Da Nang
- Visit the bustling Hoi An Market and the Museum of Folk Culture
- Admire the carvings and paintings inside the Japanese Bridge
- See the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall and the Tan Ky Ancient House
- Release a flower lantern into the water for good luck on a boat ride
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
Bring a camera to capture the beautiful sights of Hoi An.
Consider bringing a hat and sunscreen for protection against the sun.
A light jacket or sweater may be needed as it can get cooler in the evening.
Have some cash on hand for personal expenses or shopping at the market.
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.