Top Hoi An Art Classes - page 2

Unleash your inner artist in Trang Que! Our workshop offers the opportunity to learn the ancient art of wood carving directly from passionate master artisans, going beyond passive observation. You'll feel the magic in your hands as you're guided step-by-step to transform raw wood into your own stunning masterpiece, a truly personal and unforgettable creation imbued with your unique story.

The traditional lives of Hoi An’s farming communities are a perfect introduction to the hidden gems of Vietnam. Travel to some of the villages that surround Hoi An deep in the countryside, and learn how farming in this area continues to be done in an environmentally-conscious and traditional way. Learn how to sow crops and pick herbs, and fish for crabs in the river too.

Experience creating your own Vietnamese lantern, believed to be a symbol of luck, happiness, and wealth. Pick out your favorite color, decorate it as you like, and take it home as a souvenir.

Create your own Vietnamese lantern, believed to be a symbol of luck, happiness, and wealth Experience a fun family bonding activity where you can release your inner artist Experiment with different materials like silk and bamboo to create lanterns of different shapes Choose between an express class with pre-prepped material or a full class where you make lanterns from scratch Learn a new skill and bring home your very own handmade souvenir!

Learn more about Vietnamese culture through its food during this fun cooking class activity. Before heading to the kitchen you’ll tour Hoi An’s fresh produce market to select the ingredients you’ll cook with. Then, set sail up the river in a bamboo basket boat and try fishing for crabs the Vietnamese way. In the kitchen, enjoy a two-hour cooking class and learn new skills. Enjoy eating your creations after.

All around the markets and streets of Hoi An, you will see decorated lanterns hanging from walls and ceilings. Learn how to make your own at this friendly workshop, and discover the culturally important artistic techniques used to create these iconic local lanterns. Learn about Vietnamese calligraphy, oriental watercolor painting techniques, and craft your own lantern from bamboo and silk.

Pedal from Hoi An to My Son Sanctuary on a half-day, small-group bike tour that explores small villages and rural landscapes. You’ll cover roughly 15.5 miles (25 km.) of quiet paths and country roads, getting an up-close look at daily life in the Hoi An countryside, then visit the My Son ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose temples and towers are surrounded by thick jungle. To ensure personal service throughout the day, group size is limited to eight people.

Enjoy a variety of activities on this multifaceted half-day tour. First, visit a local market to choose ingredients for lunch and gain some bargaining tips. Then it’s off to the countryside for a basket boat ride and visit to the coconut palm forest. The activity culminates with a cooking class where you’ll prepare—and then eat—several traditional Vietnamese dishes.

Get out of the city and taste a slice of rural life outside Hoi An on this guided half-day tour. Dive head-first into a bustling morning market. Take a traditional basket boat down the Thu Bon River, paddling through the dense palm forest. Join a cooking class in a secluded location and learn how to make Vietnamese dishes like banh xeo and papaya salad – and then eat your creations for lunch or dinner.

The Cham Islands are a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and renowned for their diverse marine life, but you don’t have to scuba dive to experience the underwater wonders. This full-day cruise from Hoi An includes an underwater walking activity, plenty of free time for swimming and snorkeling, and a delicious lunch at a beachside restaurant. So you don't have to plan logistics yourself or spend days learning to dive to appreciate the ocean floor.

Hoi An is renowned for its street food, but knowing where to find the best bites as a visitor is tough. This evening walking tour helps you navigate the maze of bustling markets and narrow alleyways. A local guide offers insight into Vietnam’s fascinating food culture and takes you to stalls and restaurants, where you can try tasty dishes such as banh mi (a type of Vietnamese sandwich), BBQ pork in rice paper with fresh herbs, noodle dishes, chicken rice, and deep-fried local sweets.

My story has started since the year of 2016 when I decided to quit my job and moved to Hoi An to follow my dream since I was a child (to become a handicraft person). I started a new life quite hard by doing a lot of works for handicraft workshops here and I had studied many things during this time. The year of 2018, I knew its the right time to stared doing something new, with the desire to share the knowledge and having a chance to meet friends come from all over the world who have the same hobby. My leather and bookbinding workshop was born. I hope it would be nice experience for everybody. Love! At "Thư Quán Nhà Đậu" (Bean House Books cafe) A great place with a lot of books, good drinks and right next to it is our workshop. Hope you will have a good time with us.

Learn about the traditional process of making silk at Hoi A Silk Village. Learn how to spot a genuine product from a fake, see the silkworms that produce the silk, and watch local artisans at work.

Hoi An is studded with colorful traditional lanterns that give the streets a beautiful glow. Test your skills as you work with bamboo and fabric to craft your own lantern to take home as a souvenir in this class. This is an experience that gives back, directly supporting a local community of people with disabilities.

This tour is very unique as this is the only tour in central Vietnam that will not only help you make your photography better in the long term but also allow you to explore and discover locations around Hoi An that are tourist-free. We only venture in the locations that we ourselves think are best for photography.

Learn how to make Vietnamese lanterns and Vietnamese food with this cooking experience. You'll start with a visit to a garden, where you'll learn about Vietnamese farming practices. From here, you'll continue to a market to pick up ingredients you'll later use to make lunch. Then it's on to a lantern-making workshop, followed by a visit to the home of your cooking teacher, Jolie, where you'll get to whip up (and eat) a traditional Vietnamese meal.

The farming villages near Hoi An are a photographer’s dream. Meet in Hoi An and ride out to the villages in the company an expert photographer, who will give you tips on how to best capture photos of the workers planting, ploughing, and harvesting in the warm afternoon and sunset light.

Instead of just eating Vietnamese food, learn to create local specialties during a cooking class in Hoi An, a hands-on cultural experience that’s ideal for first-time visitors. You’ll be able to choose between a morning or afternoon departure time, and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide as you explore a local market and make dishes such as crispy Vietnamese pancakes and noodle soup. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Join a lantern making class in Hoi An, create your own lantern with expert guidance, and learn the cultural significance of lanterns in Vietnam. Free pick up and drop off at your hotel

Experience 2 hours making and painting art acrylic on Hoi An lanterns to create extremely art colorful lanterns by yourself. Design colorful lanterns with painting art acrylic by yourself. Have the opportunity to make own mini-lantern. Be welcomed by Vietnamese tea and dry crispy coconut as local style.

Snorkel the vivid coral reefs of the Cham Islands on a full-day trip from Hoi An and Da Nang into the Cu Lao Cham archipelago, a UNESCO-listed marine biosphere. You’ll make the crossing in a traditional wooden boat, then slip into the water to see the bright fish and coral that thrive in the protected area. Following your snorkeling time, head to Bai Chong beach for a Vietnamese seafood lunch at the edge of the water, soaking up the sun on the white sand beach before returning to the mainland.

Travelers interested in Vietnamese history and cultural heritage will enjoy this half-day small-group trip to the UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary. Explore the 1,600-year-old ruins while learning more about the ancient Champa Kingdom. Take a boat ride through the sanctuary and be entertained by a classical Apsara dance. If you take the morning trip, lunch is included.

Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind journey into Eastern wisdom through the ancient art of Human Life Reading. Savor the harmony of authentic local bites and the main topic, all within the warm, intimate setting of a traditional Hoi An home. A truly unique experience where philosophy, culture, and flavor intertwine

8:00 AM: Begin your peaceful retreat at Quốc Linh Eco Village with a nourishing vegan soup breakfast to awaken your senses. 9:00 AM: Challenge yourself with floating raft activities, followed by meditation, immersed in the gentle rhythm of nature. 10:00 AM: Sip meditation tea and embrace tranquility to center your mind and body. 11:00 AM: Enjoy a mindful cooking session preparing Cao Lau, Hội An's signature dish, then savor it during a harmonious lunch. 12:00 PM: Connect with nature through serene walking meditation. 12:30 PM: Relax, allowing calmness to rejuvenate your inner self. 2:00 PM: Deepen your understanding of mindfulness with discussions and shared insights. 3:00 PM: Replenish your energy with Buddha yoga and Qi Gong, bringing harmony to your body and spirit. 4:00 PM: Refresh yourself with vibrant fruits or kombucha, savoring mindful moments. 4:30 PM: Conclude your day with generosity—donate to a children's charity before a warm goodbye.