From Da Nang: Hoi An City Tour with Boat Ride and Lantern
ID: GYG815785-1300423
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the charming city of Hoi An on a guided tour from Da Nang. Visit the bustling Hoi An Market, the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, and the Japanese Covered Bridge.
Discover the highlights 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. Enjoy a boat ride and release a flower lantern into the water.
Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Da Nang. Head to Hoi An and visit the bustling Hoi An Market. Next, see 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, that 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, which is a display of artifacts that depict 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 Covered Bridge, which 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 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 charming city of Hoi An on a guided tour from Da Nang
- Visit the bustling Hoi An Market and the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall
- Learn about ancestor worship and watch local devotees making offerings
- See the Japanese Covered Bridge and learn about its cultural significance
- Enjoy a boat ride and release a flower lantern to pray for luck and fortune
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun.
Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Have your camera ready for beautiful photo opportunities.
Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking.
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.