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Central Vietnam
A UNESCO World Heritage trading port — lantern-lit streets, riverside cafés, and tailor shops.
Hoi An is the ancient trading port of central Vietnam — a UNESCO World Heritage town preserved as it was in the 15th-19th centuries. The old town is pedestrian-only at night, lit with hundreds of silk lanterns. It's the most romantic town in Vietnam, and famous for made-to-measure tailoring and unique cuisine.
The old town is a compact grid of yellow merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls, and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge (1593). Walk the streets at dawn when they're empty, and again at night when the lanterns come on. The old town is free to enter; a ticket (about US$5) covers entry to the historic houses and museums.
Hoi An is the tailoring capital of Southeast Asia — made-to-measure suits, dresses, and shirts in 24 hours. Choose a reputable shop (Yaly Couture, A Dong Silk, Bebe) and bring reference photos. Prices start around US$50 for a suit. Allow two fittings.
Cao lau — Hoi An's signature dish of thick noodles, sliced pork, croutons, and herbs, made with water from the ancient Ba Le well. White rose dumplings (banh bao vac) and fried wontons are the other local specialties. The central market and the night food stalls on Nguyen Hoang are the best spots.
An Bang Beach (15 minutes by bike) is a lovely stretch of sand with beach bars. My Son Sanctuary (1 hour) is the Hindu temple complex of the Champa kingdom (4th-14th century) — "Vietnam's Angkor", best visited on a half-day guided tour. The rice paddies and fishing villages around the town are perfect for a bicycle loop.
Hoi An is 30 minutes from Da Nang airport. The old town floods during October–December typhoon season — check the forecast. Best time: February–May (dry, warm). The lantern festival happens every full moon.
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Airalo eSIMs activate on arrival — no SIM swap needed. Vietnam data plans from $5.
Two to three days: one for the old town, one for a cooking class or My Son day trip, and one for the beach and tailoring.
February to May is dry and warm. October to December is typhoon season — the old town can flood, so check the forecast before booking.
No. Meals cost US$2-5, a tailored suit US$50-100, and a night in a mid-range hotel US$30-60. It's one of the best-value destinations in Vietnam.
It's 1 hour from Hoi An. A half-day guided tour costs US$15-25 including transport and entrance. Bikes and motorbikes can also reach it.
12 experiences
Experience the magic of Hoi An's Coconut Jungle with us! Begin your day with a market excursion alongside our skilled chef, sourcing the freshest local ingredients. Next, embark on a bamboo basket boat adventure through the verdant jungle, followed by an immersive cooking class. Learn the secrets of crafting authentic Vietnamese dishes before indulging in your culinary creations. Join us for an unforgettable journey of flavors and discovery!
From 990.600 ₫- Picked up at your hotel to Cam Thanh Water coconut village, have a brief introduction about the place. - Take basket boat rowing along the water coconut river, Fisherman will teach you how to catch crabs (02 pax/ boat), fishing net casting, making rings, birds from palm leaves - Learn how to make lantern - Visit Hoi An ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Vietnam to see Japanese bridge, Chinese temples, Old houses.... - Enjoy local foods End tour, back hotel Minimum 2 people per bo
From 1.143.000 ₫Get ready to fully immerse yourself in the authentic culture and food of Hoi An with this great small-group walking tour! You'll follow your local guide through the hidden backstreets of the Old Town to meet local families who produce specialty items like Cao Lau noodles and bean sprouts. This is a fantastic way to learn about the local lifestyle, markets, temples, and unique architecture. After seeing how the ingredients are made, you'll get to enjoy a delicious tasting session with five to sev
From 1.574.800 ₫