Hoi An Ancient Town Tour with Lantern Boat Ride
$32/
per person- Tour Code: DN - A14
- Tour Type: Join-in Tour
- Daily Departure
- Central Hotel Da Nang Pickup & Drop-off
- Small Group Tour
- Private Tour Available On Request
Itinerary Overview
Experience the cultural soul of Hoi An on an enchanting afternoon journey from Da Nang. Discover vibrant markets, ancient architecture, folk performances, and spiritual traditions. End your day with a magical boat ride on the Hoai River, releasing your own flower lantern under a canopy of lights.
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- Local English-Speaking Guide
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- Only 50% Deposit to Secure Your Spot
Why You'll Love This Trip?
- Stroll through Hoi An Ancient Town’s UNESCO-listed streets
- Visit historic landmarks and charming old houses
- Watch traditional performing arts in an authentic setting
- Release a floating lantern for peace and luck
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the lantern-lit river
- Perfect blend of culture, history, and beauty in half a day
Detailed Itinerary
- Depart: 1:30PM - Return: 7:30PM
- Route: Da Nang → Hoi An Ancient Town → Hoi An Boat Ride → Flower Lantern Release → Da Nang
13:15 – 13:30 – Hotel pickup from Da Nang
Begin your journey southward toward Hoi An Ancient Town.
14:30 – Arrival in Hoi An
Visit the bustling Hoi An Market, full of colorful produce, spices, and local crafts.
Stop by the ornate Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, dedicated to the sea goddess Thien Hau.
Explore ancient homes such as Phung Hung or Tan Ky Ancient House, preserved for over two centuries. Discover artifacts at the Museum of Folk Culture, showcasing local daily life. Enjoy a live traditional performance of music and dance at the Performing Arts House. Cross the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, a 400-year-old symbol of cultural connection.
Wander into local workshops and art galleries, discovering unique handicrafts and stories from Hoi An’s past.
17:45 – Dinner - Savor a meal of Hoi An’s famous local dishes.
18:30 – Boat Ride & Lantern Release
Cruise along the Hoai River in a traditional wooden boat and release your flower lantern into the water. Watch as the town glows with the warm shimmer of thousands of lanterns.
19:30 – 19:45 – Drop-off at your hotel in Da Nang. Tour ends.
Inclusion and Exclusion
- Round-trip transportation from Da Nang
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to listed sites
- Dinner in Hoi An
- Traditional boat ride
- 1 Flower lantern for release
- Bottle of water (500ml)
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for guide and driver
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera or smartphone
Sunscreen & hat (for sunny days)
Light jacket (for cooler evenings)
Some small cash for shopping or tips
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