Exploring 3 Hoi An Traditional Handicrafts Villages In 1 Tour

Overview

  • Duration:1 day 0 nights
  • Tour Type:Adventure & Nature
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
  • Start from:$41/ Person

Spend a day among three craft and farming communities near Hoi An where daily life still revolves around traditional skills. Begin at Thanh Ha pottery village with temples, museum exhibitions, history, and hands-on pottery. Continue to Kim Bong Carpentry Village on the Thu Bon River to watch woodcarvers at work and optional village cycling. Finish at Tra Que Vegetable Village—over 300 years old, framed by lagoon and river—to join field tasks in farm uniform and share a set-menu meal at a local Tra Que restaurant before return transfer.

Highlights

  • Visit Thanh Ha pottery village: temples, museum displays, history, and pottery-making experience.
  • Explore Kim Bong Carpentry Village beside the Thu Bon River, opposite Hoi An Ancient Town.
  • Watch artisans carve wood in workshops and hear the sounds of the craft workshops.
  • Optional bicycle ride through the carpentry village and glimpse local rural life.
  • Farm alongside growers at Tra Que with lagoon and De Vong River scenery.
  • Hands-on vegetable farming: tilling, watering, fertilizing, and harvesting in farm uniform.
  • Set-menu lunch or dinner at a local Tra Que restaurant with bottled water included.

Itinerary

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Exploring 3 Hoi An Traditional Handicrafts Villages In 1 Tour

8:00am or 1:30pm: Tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and start the day with Thanh Ha pottery village, where you can visit temples, museums with exhibitions, learn about history, and experience pottery-making activities.
Continuing the journey, we will visit Kim Bong Carpentry Village. This is an ideal place to transport materials by waterway because it is situated on the right bank of the lower Thu Bon River and across from the ancient town of Hoi An. When entering the carpentry village, it is not difficult to hear the sound of chisels and cuts. The villagers have most likely grown accustomed to hearing these noises. While at Kim Bong Craft Village, you can visit carpentry workshops and see directly how artisans work to create intricately carved products.
At Kim Bong Carpentry Village, you will have a chance to freely express your ideas at the most affordable price by ordering products online or by selecting them from the selection. When visiting, you can also take a bicycle tour of the carpentry village, discover what it takes to work on a farm, or take in the picture-perfect lifestyle of the villagers.
At Tra Que Vegetable Village, you will get to experience what it's like to be a real farmer. It has been in place for more than 300 years. This serene area is roughly 3 kilometers northeast of Hoi An ancient town with the Tra Que lagoon and De Vong River encircling it. A traditional vegetable village with rich soil and fresh air is a perfect example of a place where the natural environment is ideal for agricultural production.
You will get the chance to live like a real farmer by visiting this traditional vegetable village and taking part in farm tasks like tilting, watering, fertilizing, and picking vegetables.
Have lunch/dinner at the local restaurant.
About 1.30pm or 5.30pm: Return to your hotel. End of our services.

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Includes/Excludes

  • Bicycle for the trip
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Farmer experience at Tra Que with farm uniform
  • Lunch or dinner (set menu) at the local Tra Que restaurant
  • One bottle of water
  • Personal expenses not listed above
  • Drinks (beyond what is included)
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
  • Electric car or car if requested (extra fee applies)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to enter Vietnam?

- Most travelers need a visa to enter Vietnam. However, citizens of some countries can enjoy visa exemptions for short stays. You can apply for an e-Visa online, which is valid for up to 90 days for single or multiple entries. For more information, please visit https://evisa.gov.vn/
- To avoid last-minute issues, we strongly recommend applying for your visa as early as possible, especially during peak travel periods or public holidays.
- For urgent cases, we can assist with urgent visa processing and fast-track airport services upon request.

What are food options?

- We cater to diverse dietary needs, such as Halal, Indian, Western, vegan, and gluten-free, provided we are notified in advance.
- Special meal requests at select restaurants may involve additional fees based on local availability. Any extra costs will be communicated to you clearly for your approval.

What should I know before travelling? (Clothing, Power Outlets, Transport, Safety, Tips)

- Bring light, breathable clothing like cotton or linen for warm climates, and pack extra layers if visiting cooler or rainy regions. Comfortable shoes and a raincoat or umbrella are recommended.
- Vietnam uses Type A, C, and D plugs, with a standard voltage of 220V. It is advisable to carry a universal adapter to ensure the safe charging of your electronic devices.
- Vietnam is safe for tourists, including solo women, but watch out for pickpockets in crowds. Use taxi apps like Grab for affordable and safer city transport.
- The currency is Vietnamese Dong (VND). We recommend you carry some cash for small purchases such as street food or souvenirs.
- Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated. If you do Private Tour, tipping fee should be 3 USD/pax/day.

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