Hoi An - Eastern Oriental Classic Captivation

Located along the coast in the central region, Hoi An ancient town always ranks first in the list of must-visit destinations in Vietnam. This small town is the intersection of Eastern and Western cultures as it used to be an important trading port for many centuries. And until now, the quintessential combination of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and French cultures are shown out clearly through most of charming ancient houses and streets in the town, which makes this unique World Heritage Site become increasingly attractive to tourists.

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Hoi An Ancient Town full day

Hoi An Ancient Town full day

1 day from $63 pp

Hoi An is the most important tourist hub in Central Vietnam which is famous for its anicent streetscapes of aged merchants’ houses, temples, colorful riverside markets and workshops. This full day tour is an exciting excursion for visitors to explore deeply about the cultural beauty of this...

1 day
Hoi An
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My Son Sanctuary & Countryside Jeep tour

My Son Sanctuary & Countryside Jeep tour

1 day from $122 pp

This jeep tour to My Son Sanctuary promises an unforgettable excursion to the adventure minded. Start from Hoi An in a jeep, you will travel through the countryside of hamlets, local houses, fascinating markets and picturesque paddy fields before arriving at My Son - home to the grand Champa...

1 day
Hoi An → My Son → Hoi An
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Hoi An Sunset food tour

Hoi An Sunset food tour

1 day from $42 pp

Food tour is the best way to explore Hoi An through the lens of all things delicious. Let see what happens in Hoi An after sunset on our evening food and walking tour. From a local bakery where you take the famous banh mi made from the freshest ingredients to a quaint local spot of BBQ pork rolled...

1 day
Hoi An
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Central Vietnam Heritage tour

Central Vietnam Heritage tour

4 days from $252 pp

This Central Vietnam Heritage 4-day tour will give you a glimse of the most highlights in the central Vietnam. Starting in Hue, your insider tour guide will take you to the mous famous sites in the city such as the Imperial Citadel, the Forbbiden Purple City or the kings’ tombs to learn more...

4 days
Hue → Hoi An → Danang
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Hoi An Stopover tour

Hoi An Stopover tour

4 days from $256 pp

If you are wondering about what to do in the ancient town of Hoi An for days, this 4-day journey is specially designed for your. The lovely Hoi An town will welcome you with an amazing food tour through out small streets, alleys and local markets to seek for the original tastes of Hoi An. Enjoy the...

4 days
Danang → Hoi An → Danang
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Hoi An and An Bang Beach Break

Hoi An and An Bang Beach Break

4 days from $121 pp

Located on the central coastline of Vietnam, Hoi An is famous for its well-preserved Ancient Town, bucolic villages and pristine beaches. On this 4-day vacation, you will have a great chance to escape the chaos of the city and savour every moment of relaxation on An Bang beach, an unspoiled and...

4 days
Danang → Hoi An → Danang
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Discover the Central of Vietnam

Discover the Central of Vietnam

5 days from $343 pp

A 5-day trip in Central of Vietnam will satisfy the insatiable desire for local interaction, historic relics and charming landscape. There is more to Hoi An ancient town than reputation of busy commercial port where worldwide businessmen carried out transaction with plentiful types of goods. It is...

5 days
Danang → Hoi An → Hue
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Best of Central Vietnam Golf Tour

Best of Central Vietnam Golf Tour

5 days from $1198 pp

Danang, a tourist hub of South Central Vietnam, is home to one of Asia’s best beaches, many world-class resorts, and Vietnam’s best golf courses. With this 5-day tour package, you will have a great chance to play at the top Danang golf courses which are also among the best in Asia - The...

5 days
Danang → Hoi An → Hue → Danang
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Adventuring cycling from Da Lat to Hoi An

Adventuring cycling from Da Lat to Hoi An

6 days from $530 pp

Diverse terrains from moutains to highlands and flat deltas as well as beautiful views around nearly every bend make Vietnam one of the most rewarding cycling destinations in Southeast Asia. This 6-day cycling adventure takes you from the Central Highland hill station of Da Lat to the World...

6 days
Da Lat → Lak Lake → Buon Ma Thuot → Pleiku → Ngoc Hoi → Phuoc Son → Hoi An
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Vietnam delights of nature and culture

Vietnam delights of nature and culture

8 days from $1238 pp

08 day trip with Vietnam Delights Of Nature And Culture will take you to the amazing highlights along S-shaped Vietnam. In the beginning in the North with Hanoi and Halong Bay, you will be amazed by the mixture of the antique splendor and the modern life, by the stylist buildings and the stunning...

8 days
Hanoi → Halong Bay → Hoi An → Hue → Ho Chi Minh → Mekong → Ho Chi Minh
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Spirit of Northern and Central Vietnam Cuisine

Spirit of Northern and Central Vietnam Cuisine

8 days from $759 pp

Looking for a journey that satisfies your vaction desires for food, landmarks, and authentic local identities, this Nothern and Central Vietnam Cuisine trip is the best option. During 8-day tour, you will eat your way in the old streets of Hanoi, on the cruise among immense water of Halong Bay or...

8 days
Hanoi → Halong Bay → Hue → Hoi An → Danang
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Discover Vietnam at first sight

Discover Vietnam at first sight

10 days from $971 pp

Long regarded as the destination of outstanding natural beauties from Noth to South with pleasant climate, Vietnam is gaining the fresh life with the addition of a number of unique cultural sightseeing routes, diverse unique cultural and local experience, not to mention a raising number of modern...

10 days
Hanoi → Halong Bay → Hoi An → Mekong → Ho Chi Minh
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The authentic & unique experiences in Hoi An you can expect

Hoi An travel guide information

Hoi An Quick Facts

Location: Quang Nam Province

Natural area: 6,027.25 ha

Population (2018): 152,160 people

Hoi An used to be the most important trading port among countries of Southeast and East Asia and with the rest of the world from the 15th to the 19th century. It was known with many names such as Lam Ap, Faifo, Hoai Pho and Hoi An

In December 1999, Hoi An was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its beauty of cultural fusion and ancient architectures in an incredible state of preservation

Best time to visit Hoi An, vietnam

Typical for the tropical climate, Hoi An enjoys a warm temperature throughout the year (29°C), but it still has two distinct seasons: the dry season (February to September) and the rainy season (October to January). The best time to visit the town is from February to May when the weather is mild with moderate temperature, less rain and low humidity. For beach and diving vacationers, June to August is the recommended period to soak up.

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Best things to do in Hoi An, vietnam

"Wander around the ancient town"

The best way to explore Hoi An is to simply walk around alleyways and side streets where you can admire its enchanting streetscape with a wide range of antique stores, art galleries, restaurants and bars side by side. If you are a history buff, the ancient architectural works of Hoi An such as Japanese Covered Bridge, Assembly Hall of Fujian, Tan Ky Ancient House, or Sa Huynh Culture Museum will be definitely worth a visit. And of course, a street eats tour on foot will a must-do experience you should not miss as it gives you a close insight into the culture and daily life of Hoi An people.

"Take a cooking class"

Many tourists come to Hoi An for its cuisine and easily fall in love with super yummy dishes that are only found in this old town. And a cooking class will be the perfect way for tourists to learn how these flavours are made, practice the cooking and bring some special recipes back home. As a food capital, Hoi An offers the numerous of cooking classes which include many exciting experiences such as visiting a local market, exploring about all local ingredients, hopping on a boat trip through coconut water forest and joining a hands-on class for several specialities of Hoi An. 

"Become a one-day farmer in Tra Que vegetable village"

If you are looking for somewhere out of mango-colour streets of Hoi An Old Town, let’s visit Tra Que village. This village is famous for more than 40 types of vegetables and herbs such as basil, lettuce, chive, perilla, and coriander that are used to spice up most of Hoi An local dishes in restaurants and eateries. Coming Tra Que village, you enjoy a lot of things to do including wandering around vegetable beds, seeing local people working on their farms, learning how to grow these greens or cycling along the village paths, etc. You could visit Tra Que village on your own but it is better if you book a tour for everything arranged with garden and market visits, being a farmer, cooking class and delicious local lunch.

"Explore the countryside in a cycle tour"

Hoi An is a bike-friendly town with many beautiful streets surrounding the ancient houses and small paths along the islands. If you have more time in Hoi An, spend a day to cycle out of the city, you’ll see the green countryside of Hoi An with vast rice paddies, idyllic villages and pristine beaches. The first choice should be Cam Kim island where you can explore the local lifestyle, visit shipbuilding yards and small local markets. Another option is taking a leisurely cycle to An Bang or Cua Dai beach where you can soak in the cool seawater and enjoy a lazy day on a sunbed. For a more challenging trip, you could try a cycle across Cua Dai bridge or to My Son but consider your fitness beforehand and choose a suitable route.

"Enjoy the nightlife in Hoi An"

When the sun sets, Hoi An becomes a magical place with hundreds of colourful lanterns from trendy bistros, bars, cafes, restaurants and live music venues. The best way to explore Hoi An at night is strolling around the vibrant streets and immersing in the lively atmosphere of the old town. If you’re interested in some nighttime shopping, come to Hoi An night markets where you can see a huge array of spices, souvenirs, lanterns and other handicraft products. If you happen to be in Hoi An on the 14th day of any lunar month, you’ll have a great chance to join in the full moon party all around the old town. All lights are lit and floating candles are released into the Thu Bon river creating a stunning view as in a romantic movie scene.

Top Vietnam Food in Hoi An, vietnam

"Cao Lau"

Cao Lau is a delicious dish that any visitor should try once when exploring this ancient town. The main ingredients of Cao Lau typically consist of rice noodles, sliced char siu-style pork, bean sprouts, green herbs and broth. What makes it different from other Vietnamese noodle dishes is that the rice noodles are soaked in a lye solution from the ash of local wood, giving them a characteristic colour and texture. Some of the raw noodles are used to top the dish after deep-fried until crispy.

"Mi Quang - Quang-style noodles"

Mi Quang or Quang-style noodle is a noodle dish coming from Quang Nam Province in central Vietnam. In Hoi An, it is one of the most popular food items and can be found in many restaurants. Mi Quang includes rice noodles (which is wide flat and dyed yellow by turmeric), an assortment of Vietnamese herbs and fresh vegetables, meat (pork, shrimp, or chicken), and broth (which is just enough to wet the noodles when serving). Last but not least, the additional toppings may be peanuts, toasted sesame rice crackers, quail eggs and fresh chilli.

"Com ga - Chicken rice"

Com ga is not originated from Hoi An but somehow the locals succeeded in making it their signature dish. The top quality rice is seasoned and cooked in a mixture of chicken stock, turmeric and pandan leaves on wood-fired clay ovens; while free-range chickens raised in countryside gardens after boiling will be hand-shredded, mingled with fried shallots, salt and pepper. A mouthwatering dish of com ga comes with a small bowl of soup, pickled papaya, dipping sauces, and chillies.

"Banh Bao Banh Vac - White rose dumplings"

Banh Bao Banh Vac or white roses as called by English speakers is a famous appetiser in Hoi An which resembles white roses displayed on a plate. This signature dish actually includes two types of steamed rice dumplings. Banh vac has shrimp, garlic, lemongrass and spring onion; while Banh Bao is filled with minced pork and mushrooms. You can enjoy Banh Bao Banh Vac at almost local restaurants in the town but find the same taste because they are all supplied by a local family who keeps the secret recipe of the dish living at 533 Hai Ba Trung Street.

"Banh mi Hoi An"

Banh mi, the nationally recognized food item, could be found at any corner around Vietnam but in Hoi An, you could sample Vietnam’s best banh mi. A typical banh mi Hoi An is loaded with fillings such as roasted pork belly, pate, pickled papaya, cilantro, chillies and hot peppers. If you prefer other meat fillings, you can try the boiled chicken, fried eggs, grilled pork, meatballs or boiled sausages. The most popular places to enjoy banh mi Hoi An are Banh Mi Queen - Madam Khanh, Banh Mi Phuong, Banh Mi Lanh and Banh Mi Phi.

Top accomomodation to stay in Hoi An, vietnam

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Vinh Hung Emerald Resort

Nestled on the bank of the dreaming Thu Bon River, Vinh Hung Emerald Resort is a 3-star accommodation providing 52 well-appointed rooms and modern facilities. This resort is suitable for those who love the tranquil and peaceful atmosphere of Hoi An.

Kim An Hotel & Spa

Only 5 minutes of walking to the Hoi An Ancient Town and 10 minutes of cycling to An Bang Beach, Kim An Hotel & Spa is an ideal choice for tourists when coming to the vibrant town Hoi An. The hotel also provides free cooking classes and bicycle use for tourists.

Le Pavillon Hoi An Boutique Hotel & Spa

Located just a few minutes walking away to the Hoi An Ancient Town, Le Pavillon Hoi An Boutique Hotel & Spa is the perfect accommodation for guests when travelling alone or together with family.

HOI AN 4 - STAR
Vinh Hung Riverside Resort & Spa

Set in the coconut tree gardens along the Thu Bon River, Vinh Hung Riverside Resort & Spa offers 89 well-appointed rooms with elegant design and modern facilities. From the resort, it is easy to access other famous attraction in the town.

Ancient House Village Resort & Spa

Within a 10-minute drive to Hoi An Ancient Town and full conference facilities, Ancient House Village Resort & Spa is a popular accommodation for holidaymakers and businessmen when coming to Hoi An.

Royal Riverside Hoi An Hotel

Royal Riverside Hoi An Hotel includes a combination of modern-styled rooms, each with a spacious area and offers guests incredible views of Hoi An’s iconic cityscape.

HOI AN 5 - STAR
Hotel Royal Hoi An - Mgallery by Sofitel 

Right next to the Old Quarter of Hoi An and overlooking to the tranquil Thu Bon River, Hotel Royal Hoi An offers luxury accommodations with modern décor and artistic facilities. Enjoy a nice time at the hotel's rooftop pool and the city's tallest rooftop bar, The Deck Hoi An.

Allegro Hoi An Little Luxury Hotel & Spa

With 94 elegant, luxurious and charming guest rooms in the ancient architecture of Vietnamese, Allegro Hoi An Little Luxury Hotel & Spa promises to bring you the most enjoyable and comfortable stays.

Little Riverside Hoi An - A Luxury Hotel & Spa

Situated on the bank of the romantic Thu Bon River, Little Riverside - A Luxury Hotel & Spa is an ideal getaway for travellers to Hoi An. What’s better than watching the peaceful sunrises on the river while enjoying a refreshing breeze.

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