Top Hoi An Craft Classes - page 2

Explore the UNESCO-listed temples of My Son in the cool of the early morning, before the crowds arrive, on a convenient small-group half-day tour. Learn all about the Hindu temples (some of which date back to the 4th century) and the local culture from your guide. Enjoy a My Quang (Quang noodles), Local Mochi, Seasonal fruits, and a hot drink (included) after touring the historic sites.

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.

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.

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.

Suitable for first-time visitors, this tour allows you to immerse yourself in the real rural charm of Hoi An. Connect with locals, hear their stories, and gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam. Discover unique and authentic parts of the country not found in typical tours or guidebooks. Experience traditional living and explore hidden gems like the oldest local fish sauce.

Immerse yourself in the art of traditional Vietnamese incense making during this hands-on workshop in Hội An. Guided by skilled local artisans, you’ll start by learning the rich history of incense in Vietnamese culture before diving into the creative process. Dye vibrant bamboo sticks, mix natural incense powder, and roll your creations by hand or with a traditional foot-operated machine. The highlight is crafting your very own Agarwood incense, a significant element in local rituals. As you explore the showroom, you’ll have the chance to engage with various scents and take home your unique handmade incense as a memorable souvenir.

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.

Colorful lanterns are an iconic symbol of Hoi An, believed by locals to bring good fortune, happiness, and prosperity. In this hands-on workshop, create your very own lantern — a meaningful keepsake to take home. Choose from a beautiful selection of silk fabrics and, with step-by-step guidance from your instructor, build your own bamboo frame and craft a foldable lantern that fits easily into your luggage. During the class, enjoy a relaxing Vietnamese tea tasting and discover the unique flavors of local tea culture. Highlights: 1. Craft your own foldable silk lantern with expert guidance 2. Select from a variety of vibrant silk colors and styles 3. Choose a morning or afternoon session to suit your schedule 4. Enjoy a Vietnamese tea tasting experience

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.

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.

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.

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.

Traditional basket boat ride in Hoi An’s coconut forest Fun spinning boat demonstration and cultural stories Hands-on lantern making workshop with artisans Experience organic farming at Thanh Dong Garden Farm-to-table cooking class with local chef Authentic, eco-friendly, and community-based

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. Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture with a lantern-making class. Select from full and express options. In the full activity, make the lanterns completely from scratch. In the express activity, start with the bamboo structure of the lanterns already made and begin by choosing your lantern fabric.

Hands on workshop to create a beautiful silk scarf of your very own design Expertly guided by natural dye practitioner or artist Craft your own souvenir Enjoy the beautiful private studio of a famous artist. Learn an ancient craft of more than 6,000 years history

Learn how to make a foldable lantern and hear about this important part of Hoi An's cultural heritage from your instructor. Bring home your very own hand-made souvenir.

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.

Explore Hoi An with our enriching "Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Making Tour," a captivating journey blending cultural immersion and hands-on activities. Departing from your Hoi An hotel, venture to Cam Thanh Coconut Village for a lantern-making class, where you'll create your own vibrant lantern. Delight in the tranquil village ambiance as you glide through the lush coconut forest on a boat ride and engage in traditional fishing practices. Experience the unique thrill of paddling a Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and witness an impressive basket-boat performance. Learn the art of crab-catching before returning to a local fisherman's house for an optional cooking class, featuring a delicious meal of seven authentic dishes. Conclude your tour with a transfer back to your Hoi An hotel, cherishing unforgettable memories of this immersive Hoi An experience.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with our "Lantern Making & Be a Real Farmer at Tra Que Village" experience. Begin your adventure by cycling through Hoi An's picturesque landscape, passing serene paddy fields and vibrant shrimp farms. Arrive at Tra Que Vegetable Village, where you'll immerse yourself in the traditional farming life, from planting and harvesting with age-old tools to savoring the unique flavors of local herbal drinks. Next, venture into the world of lantern making, where skilled artisans will guide you in crafting your own colorful lantern, a cherished symbol of Hoi An’s rich cultural heritage. This experience offers an authentic blend of agriculture, artistry, and hands-on activities, providing a memorable insight into both the agricultural and artistic traditions of this charming region.

-Guests first hand join make some ceramic items with instruction from our craftmen with wonderful experience.You can bring your making ceramic items as your souvenirs your trip in Vietnam.Take a walk to visit the biggest cottery park in Vietnam to know about the tradictional pottery works with hundreds years ago in the central Vietnan. -Riding through green rice fields to visit our local fishermen family to learn about coffee making that coffee as the typical culture for every family in Vietnam.You are instructed how to filter the best coffee drops mixing with condense milk for your lovely taste ice. -Take the bamboo basket boats to explore coconut forest with many local fishing activities on the river from lifting net, rolling net, throwning net...to catch live fish. -Recharge your day with delicious local foods cooked by our local host at the greatest atmosphere before we drop you off at your hotel after 3-4 hours. -This trip is worth for any penny that you spent with us in Hoi An.

Experience unique and creative painting with passion for the art of painting. It is an extremely powerful creative experience. “Do what belongs to your hands". We hope to bring the value of applied visual arts to life in the most impressive and effective way. It's suitable for beginner to advanced.

Bamboo is often used to create traditional Vietnamese handicrafts, traditional tools, and everyday household items. This hands-on workshop lets you experiment with bamboo cutting, carving, and treating, and learn all about the sustainable material and its use in Vietnam. Best of all, you will get to make your very own bamboo souvenir such as a vase, pen holder, or ornament.

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.

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.