Top Hoi An On the Water

Join a traditional lantern-making workshop – craft your own bamboo and paper lantern, write your wishes, and release them on the water. Bring home a souvenir with a difference, a lantern that you made yourself, after this fascinating class. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Thu Bon River – admire the glowing lantern-lit town from the water. Make a wish and release your lantern – take part in a magical local tradition believed to carry your hopes to the skies.

You will discover the coconut forest and be welcomed warmly by the local people here. So, book our tour and enjoy some fun activities at the village such as watching basket boat spinning, doing fishing crabs, watching casting the fishing net and the fisherman will show you how to paddle a basket boat. You will definitely have a fun time when you come and join us at the coconut forest.

Experience the beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town at night along the Hoai/Thu Bon River with your thoughtfully prepared service. The tour price includes a 15–20 minute boat ride on a traditional wooden boat, fully equipped with safety life jackets. As a special highlight, each guest will receive complimentary handcrafted paper lanterns with candles to light, release onto the water, and make wishes for peace and good fortune. All boat and lantern fees are fully included with a strict commitment to no hidden costs during the journey

Enhance your Hoi An journey with a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class that lets you choose between two delicious menus—Salty or Vegetarian. Start with a visit to a vibrant local market, where you’ll handpick fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices while learning about essential ingredients in Vietnamese cuisine. Next, head to a traditional kitchen and cook with expert chefs who guide you through each step. The Salty Menu includes Chicken Pho, Hoi An Spring Rolls, Fish in Clay Pot, Green Papaya Salad, and Hoi An Rice Pancake. Prefer plant-based? Choose the Vegetarian Menu, featuring Tofu in Clay Pot with Steamed Rice, Spring Rolls, Vegetable Soup, Green Papaya Salad, and Rice Pancake. From slicing herbs to simmering savory sauces, this class reveals the secrets of Vietnamese cooking. It’s more than just a meal—it’s a cultural journey that gives you flavorful skills and tasty memories to take home.

Experience the thrill of rowing a traditional basket boat through the Bảy Mẫu coconut forest. Catch crabs and fish in the river, and watch a performance by skilled artisans.

First, shuttles with drivers who are knowledgeable about how and how to serve guests (For bookings without pick-up, you can come directly to our company with the address on Google map) Next, we have free water and fruit for guests to cool off during hot weather. Our toilets are methodical for men and women, clean. After guests are ready to experience exploring on the river with baskets, our basket rowing staff acts as a guide to take guests on a tour of the seven-acre coconut forest ecological area in HOI AN. The tour on the river guests will be submerged in the nipa forest to see the peaceful but equally eye-catching scenery, guests will have beautiful photos to keep the purest things here. Next, guests will enjoy the artistic performances of the local fishermen, as well as watch the nets to catch fish and crabs. When the sunset is the most favorite time for photographers because it is so beautiful!!

Embrace the Vietnamese countryside in this private half-day tour from Hoi An. See the beauty of Cam Thanh Village and learn about the lives of the fishermen who live there. You get several activities in one experience: a cooking lesson, a market visit to buy ingredients and haggle with local sellers, a basket boat ride, and a lantern-making session.

A tranquil evening awaits on the Hoai River in Hoi An, where visitors can partake in the cherished tradition of releasing flower lanterns at sunset. As night descends, the river transforms into a spectacle of shimmering lights, reflecting the hopes and wishes symbolized by each lantern. Glide gently through this picturesque setting, surrounded by charming old houses, as the enchanting atmosphere captures the essence of Hoi An's rich culture and beauty. Let the soft glow of lanterns illuminate your evening and create lasting memories.

I and my husband, Toàn, we've been with Airbnb since 2017 as the host of a homestay in the coconut fishing village called " Hoi An Mercy homestay - Experience rural life". We have arranged this tour for guests who stay at hometay. We're so glad because most of guests joining the trip always left super reviews on our page. They also suggested that I should set my trip up on Airbnb experience so others can join in. So that's how my beloved experience trip born again on Airbnb. let them see how beautiful my hometown village is. Let's book and experience this trip!!!

Cruising along the Thu Bon River and releasing a Chinese lantern has become a classic Hoi An experience. Avoid missing out by booking ahead, and securing your place on a private lantern cruise, for a maximum group of 12 people. You’ll cruise past the riverside sights of Hoi An’s lively old town, and release a lotus lantern on the river as you wish for good fortune.

My Son Sanctuary is a cluster of ancient Hindu temple ruins— originally built by the Champa Kingdom—and a guide is essential to make sense of what you're seeing. Journey there from Hội An with a local guide, and gain insight into the site's storied past. Wrap up the experience with a rice paper-making session, and break for lunch along the way.

Colored lanterns are a symbol of Hoi An, where locals believe they bring happiness, luck, and wealth. Bring home a souvenir with a difference, a lantern that you made yourself, after this fascinating class. Choose from a wealth of different silks then work with your instructor to craft a bamboo frame and create your lantern, which will fold away neatly into your luggage. Your class includes a Vietnamese tea tasting.

Escape the crowds and experience the charm of Hoi An Ancient Town from the peaceful Hoai River. On this relaxing boat ride, you will admire the city's historic waterfront as it lights up for the evening. Perfect during sunset for photos or at night to release a colorful paper lantern onto the water, making a wish for health, luck, and peace with your loved ones.

Immerse yourself in the lush beauty of the Bay Mau Coconut Forest Learn about the daily life of local fishermen and watch them in action Create your own traditional lantern in a hands-on workshop with an artisan Enjoy a peaceful evening boat ride along the beautiful Hoai River Release a floating lantern and make a wish for good luck and happiness

With Fun Dive tour, our team of certified PADI divers will lead you to the reef and point out to our main attractions. The Cham Island Marine Park offers a fascinating macro life: nudibranch in different colors and shapes, shrimps, seahorses, ghost pipefish as well as a beautiful coral garden with fish from barracuda, lion fish, stone fish, frog fish to groupers. If you are lucky you might even spot a turtle. We like to dive slow and discover as much as possible, depending on your dive level the guide will plan the depth. Generally the best spots are between 10-25m.

Take the worry out of your transportation arrangements in Vietnam and pre-book a private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle from Hoi An Ancient Town to Da Nang Airport. Relax on the scenic drive through central Vietnam.

Both beginning and certified divers will observe magnificent sea life on a full-day scuba diving tour of the Cham Islands. Situated off the coast of Hoi An, the eight islands constitute Cu Lao Cham Marine Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Explore a stunning underwater world of vivid coral and marine creatures with a certified guide. Lunch at  Bai Chong Beach is provided.

Learn more about Vietnamese culture through its food during this multi-activity small-group tour, without the hassle of booking separate excursions. 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 hands-on cooking class and learn new skills. Enjoy eating your creations after.

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.

For crafty travelers looking for a hands-on, immersive experience, this eco-cultural tour checks all the boxes. Start with a boat tour through a coconut forest with local fishermen. Then head off to your craft class, where you'll make a fabulous souvenir to take home. Opt to make a lantern, fan, calligraphy art work, and more. Choose the activity to suit your own unique interests.

See the river from the vantage point of a standup paddleboard on this adventurous tour. With a guide leading the way and teaching you the skills necessary for a successful paddle, you can focus on the scenery of the Hoi An countryside and the views of the sunset reflecting off the water.

Explore Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ancient Town as the sun goes down on this private walking tour. Spend the evening visiting historic highlights like the Japanese Bridge, the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and the Tan Ky Commercial House, and take photos to remember them by without worrying about your own tour group getting in the way of your shot. Cruise down the Hoai River in a traditional sampan boat and explore the city’s colorful lantern market.

2-in-1 experience: lantern shop photoshoot + lantern boat ride. Private session with a local professional photographer. Stunning night scenes with colorful lanterns and river reflections. Release floating candles on the Hoai River. Unlimited original photos + 50+ edited images. Bonus short video for social media included. Hotel pick-up within Hoi An available.