Top Hoi An Classes & Workshops - page 3

Enjoy an immersive experience in Vietnamese cuisine on this morning or afternoon cookery class from Hoi An. Following a pickup at your Hoi An accommodation, head to the markets to collect your fresh ingredients. Escape to the countryside to try your hand at fishing the traditional Vietnamese way, then roll up your sleeves for a cookery class with a local chef—and prepare speciality dishes popular in Vietnamese cookery.

Travel out to Cu Lao Cham Island by speedboat and discover the marine wonderland below the waves only around 15 miles from Hoi An. Jump into the crystal clear water and enjoy snorkeling over coral reefs, and spot the colorful fish and other marine creatures who live there. Learn about the coral and underwater plants from your guide, and hear about the area’s unique ecological importance.

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.

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 Cham Islands are an ecological marvel in Vietnam, brimming with flora and fauna, and recognized as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. With this full-day tour, nature enthusiasts can visit this regional marvel with a day of activities in this island reserve. Highlights include snorkeling, hiking, and even sunbathing on the waterfront. When you work up an appetite, you can refuel with an included lunch, and enjoy easy speedboat travel back to shore—all included.

On this small-group tour, spend half a day exploring the countryside near Hoi An on bicycles and learning traditional farming and cooking methods. Hop on your bike and ride out to Tra Que vegetable village, where a local will teach you traditional farming methods. Then, head to a fishing village for a ride in a bamboo basket boat with locals. Finish your tour by harvesting coconuts and preparing traditional Hoi An-style food.

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.

Delve deeper into the art of Vietnamese cuisine during a cooking class that includes a tour of a local market. You’ll benefit from both the personalized attention and insider knowledge of a local chef as you prepare and cook dishes using fresh and traditional ingredients. Plus, unlike with most cooking classes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

A professional reliable transport service offering private transfers from your hotel in Hoi An to Danang International airport in modern air conditioned transportation. On time every time that you can rely on. + Pickup time will be confirmed one day prior to your departure. + The message for the pickup time will be left at reception if you are not at the hotel. + Worry-free 24/7 local support, call the local operator anytime you need assistance. + Cancel free up to 24 hour prior to departure + No hidden fees

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.

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.

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.

The Ba Na Hills are an absolute must-see on any trip to Da Nang or Hoi An—this is where you’ll find the longest cable car in Southeast Asia, the Golden Hands bridge, Linh Ung Pagoda, and more. Enjoy a private full-day tour with hotel pickup, following your guide to avoid the crowds and get the most out of your adventure.

While in Da Nang or Hoi An, don’t miss a visit to the world-renowned Ba Na Hills and the Marble Mountains. Picked up right from your hotel, you’ll head straight for adventure: Across one full day, you’ll ride on Vietnam’s most famous cable car, explore Linh Ung Pagoda, witness the “Lady Buddha,” gaze on the giant hands of the world-class Golden Bridge, and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

With the help of your native host, you will discover the unique flavors of local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life. As part of this class, you will visit a local market, choose exotic ingredients, go to the organic garden to be farmers, taste the best coffee in Hoi An, and cook 4 typical dishes. The piano/ guitar is waiting for you to play as an artist within the heart of Hoi An! A funny and relaxing time in Hoi An to be highlighted!

Experience an authentic slice of life in Hoi An in this cooking class that takes place in a family home. Pick up fresh ingredients at a farm and market, where you can observe local life, before you enjoy a coffee and start cooking. If you're pressed for time, you can also choose a package that only includes the cooking class.

Enjoy a full-day tour of two UNESCO World Heritage sites from your central Hoi An hotel. Explore the ancient ruins of My Son Sanctuary, the capital of the Cham Dynasty. Afterward, follow your informative guide on a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town and its well-preserved 17th- and 18th-century landmarks, with a restaurant lunch included. Explore in a small group or upgrade to a private tour.

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.

Discover the best locations to capture photos of the sunrise or sunset around Hoi An on this tour with a photographer as your guide, direct from your central Hoi An hotel. Whether you’re an amateur or expert, you’ll enjoy receiving local insight into the ideal vantage points for the perfect shot. Select either the morning or evening tour when booking: Choose the private experience or visit in a small group.

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.