Top Hoi An Culture in 2026

Start your tour with a flexible pickup from your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An. Your first stop is Le Duc Ha Terra Cotta Workshop near the Thu Bon River. Here you can see local artisans making bricks and terra cotta by hand. You will learn about traditional techniques and how these bricks are similar to those used in ancient temples. Then travel through the countryside by jeep or car. Enjoy a scenic ride through small villages, rice fields, and quiet rural roads. Along the way you may see farmers working and water buffalo grazing in the fields. Next, visit My Son Sanctuary, the former religious center of the Champa Kingdom. Walk through the valley to see ancient red-brick temples while your guide explains the history of the site, the temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, and the impacts of the Vietnam War. The tour can include or exclude a Vietnamese meal, with different prices and durations available.

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.

Discover the fascinating history of the ancient Champa culture during this guided half-day trip to the tower-temples of the My Son Sanctuary. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was a key center of the Champa kingdom as early as the fourth century, with building and activity continuing until the 13th century. Explore in a small group or upgrade for a private tour: Both include transfers from central Hoi An hotels.

Hoi An is at its most atmospheric in the evening hours and it’s also the best time sample the city’s delicious street food. On this night tour, hop on the back of a Vespa for a thrilling city tour, enjoy a sunset boat cruise across the Thu Bon River to Cam Nam Island, and admire Hoi An’s beautiful illuminations. Stop along the way to sample a variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes, including ‘White Rose’ dumplings, hot pot, BBQ meats, and Banh Flan.

Hoi An’s colorful lanterns are a beautiful sight in the town, and creative and artistic travelers will love the chance to make their own lantern from bamboo and silk. Receive personalized attention during a small-group workshop. You’ll be provided with the bamboo frame and can choose your own colored silk for the outside. Make your own unique souvenir to remember your time in Vietnam.

Enjoy a half-day tour of some of Da Nang’s most beautiful attractions without the hassle of catching buses or haggling with taxi drivers on this private tour. Admire the views from the top of Son Tra Peak, and explore the limestone caves and temples on other nearby mountains. Learn more about the area from your guide’s commentary, and benefit from comfortable travel by SUV, suitable for the rugged roads.

An exciting half-day biking tour in rural villages of Hoi An. This fun experience is suitable for all ages. Meeting at our office - starting point, you'll spend some time to get used with biking. Then we'll cycle on quiet country roads to see scenic farmland & fishing villages. You'll enjoy beautiful views & exciting activities with the locals: Visit a local home, learn the process of making Bean Sprouts. Ride past duck farms & cow herds. Visit Tra Que vegetable village, walk in the scenic gardens to smell amazing herbs. Help a local man work the soil, plant & water the vegetables. Ride along shrimp farms & rice paddies, see buffalo herds to take pictures. Visit Cam Thanh water coconut forest. Hop in the basket boats to enjoy a relaxing trip along the river. Local boat driver will help you use the fishing rod to catch river crabs for fun. Then it's time to enjoy a tasty Vietnamese meal with 5 dishes in a nice restaurant. Tour with meal is 5 hours ; without meal is 4 hours.

Get to know Hoi An's street food scene on a walking tour with a guide who leads you to places you might not find if you explored on your own. Enjoy tastings of local items as you wander the narrow lanes and tree-lined boulevards, learning about the city's food culture as you go so you can feel comfortable ordering food on your own during the rest of your trip.

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.

For any traveler interested in history, a visit to Vietnam is not complete without exploring the ancient citadel of Hue. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site with ease during a day trip from Hoi An, an easy way to avoid the hassle of car hire and navigation. Exploring with a guide means that you’ll be party to historical information that you may otherwise miss out on, while hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean that you don’t have to find a meeting point.

Hoi An is renowned for its street food, but knowing where to go as a visitor is tough. This evening tour helps you navigate the maze of bustling markets and narrow alleyways. A local guide offers insight into local 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, noodle dishes, and sweets. Entrance fee not included.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture during your time in Hoi An when you book this half-day tour. Join a small group and start out with a walk through the local market to shop for ingredients for your cooking class. Then, head to a small village to see how locals fish on the waters in a bamboo basket boat. End your day learning how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes and enjoying your creations.

-We travel about 50km from Hoi An to My Son sanctuary. It comprises many Champa temples, in a valley roughly two kilometers wide, surrounded by two mountain ranges. It was the site of religious ceremonies of kings of the Champa civilization and was also a burial place of Champa royals and national heroes. The My Son temple complex is one of the foremost temple complexes of Hinduism in South East Asia and is the foremost heritage site of this nature in Vietnam. Though the complex has been destroyed over time, we still see many majestic ancient ruins of temples in the area. We also spend time to visit Tra Kieu Church on the way back to Marble Mountain -The Marble Mountains are famous for their traditional stonemasonry activities. In Dong Hai village close to Thuy Son, 600 families chisel stone statues, jewellery, and art work. Marble from the Marble Mountains has been exported to many countries.

As travelers have experienced many beautiful sites in Vietnam, and witnessed these attractions from being occupied by hips of people during the peak-time of the day. It does mean "the most patient man can't wait for the best shots". Considering the tour at a different time set is one of the best choices to discover the ancient art-work at My Son Sanctuary. Visitors arrive at the temples when the sun almost fall behind the mountains around the valley, and the big groups of visitors will have left the site quieter. It is not much different from sunrise tour, the time treats us well with beautiful shots while listening to historic stories from our good English speaking guides. At the end of the visit is a an art show performed by both Viet and indigenous Cham artists and dancers.

Discover the fascinating history of the Champa at My Son and the beautiful scenery of the Marble Mountains during this full-day trip from Hoi An. Start your day at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of My Son, exploring the wealth of abandoned towers left behind by the ancient Champa civilization. After enjoying an included lunch in Hoi An, continue to Ngu Hanh Son (the Marble Mountains) to take in the area’s natural caves, beautiful pagodas, and mountaintop views.

Beat the crowds at the My Son Sanctuary—a UNESCO World Heritage site—and save yourself transport hassle on this half-day private tour. Your guide will bring the ruins— some of which date back more than 1,500 years—to life, and introduce the mysterious civilization that created them. Watch an Apsara dance, a classical Khmer dance, before heading back to Hoi An with a stop at a rice paper workshop.

Discover two of Da Nang’s most iconic attractions in one private full-day tour. Experience the spectacular Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills, then explore the caves, ancient pagodas, and viewpoints of the Marble Mountains. Travel comfortably by private vehicle with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, enjoy a flexible itinerary, and receive personal attention throughout the day. With hotel pickup and drop-off in Da Nang or Hoi An, this tour offers a convenient and memorable way to experience the best of the region.

Explore the streets of Hoi An Ancient Town on foot for a close look at the city’s history, landmarks, and—most importantly—its food scene, with insights shared by your guide. This 15th-century fishing village on Vietnam’s central coast boasts fabulous architecture, history, and an even more fabulous list of street foods to sample—which you'll get to experience, too. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

The Ba Na Hills is home to a European-style theme park that offers surprises at every turn. Enjoy a day out that’s fun for travelers of all ages during a day trip to the Ba Na Hills from Hoi An or Da Nang, a hassle-free option that removes the stress of advance planning. Round-trip transport from your accommodation to the theme park means you won’t have to worry about car hire, while included lunch and entrance fees make for a seamless experience.

Immerse yourself in the beauty and biodiversity of Bach Ma National Park on this small-group day trip from Hue. A great way to tick off all the highlights in this natural hotspot, you’ll spend the day exploring Bach Ma Mountain, relaxing and swimming at Five Lakes, and admiring Rhododendron Waterfall. You’ll also have the chance to see an impressive big Buddha statue and learn about life in the region.

Visit two mountains in one day of sightseeing on this half-day tour from Hoi An. After hotel pickup, head to Marble Mountain to visit 19th-century Buddhist pagodas and a traditional marble carving village. After a few hours spent on Marble Mountain, explore Monkey Mountain and learn about its history from your guide.

Combine a visit to the My Son Sanctuary ruins with a leisurely boat cruise on the Thu Bon River with this small-group tour from Hoi An. Explore the ancient Champa temples at the UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary, including a traditional Champa performance, then learn to make rice paper and enjoy a local lunch before returning to Hoi An by boat.

Combine a visit to the My Son ruins with a leisurely boat cruise on the Thu Bon River with this half-day tour from Hoi An. Explore the ancient Champa temples at the UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary in the morning, then return to Hoi An by boat, with a light meal served onboard.

● Embark on a full day adventure to My Son Sanctuary and Danang’s Marble Mountains ● Admire Champa Kingdom ruins dating back to the 4th century during a My Son tour with a knowledgeable guide ● Explore cave temples and soak up spectacular views at the Marble Mountains ● Visit Tam Thai pagoda in Marble Mountain before heading home.