Hoi An
Hoi An, on Vietnam’s central coast, is completely enchanting. This once-bustling port town offers a colourful blend of French, Chinese and Japanese-influenced architecture, canals, bridges and temples, and the lack of noisy traffic (no cars are allowed on the main streets) means you can discover the town in relative peace and quiet.
Its waterfront area is alive with boutique hotels, eateries, tailor shops for handmade garments, and art and craft shops. If you have time, try to fit in a visit to the ruins of My Son Sanctuary, an ancient Hindu tower temple complex, get custom-made clothing created by a local tailor and pick up one of the many beautiful locally-made Vietnamese lanterns.
ITINERARY INSPIRATION FOR HOI AN
Mekong River Cruise - Cambodia & Vietnam
14 nights from £3,750 per person
Highlights of Vietnam with Con Dao
13 nights from £4,780 per person
Grand Tour of Vietnam
14 nights from £3,550 per person
THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN HOI AN
Walk Through the Old City
Hoi An Old City is really a mix of ornate Chinese temples, wooden shop buildings, French-colonial houses and old canals. Most of the old shops have been carefully converted into modern businesses for tourists, including countless tailors for their famous handmade garments, souvenir shops, art galleries, restaurants and cafes.
Cycling Through the Countryside
One of the best things you can do in Hoi An is explore the beautiful countryside by bicycle along narrow paths through rice fields. Just a short 10 minute bicycle ride, you will find the locals with water buffalos, so make sure you choose the right season so these fields are nice and green.
Take a Cooking Class
A cooking class in Hoi An is a delightful way to immerse yourself in Vietnamese cuisine and culture. Typically, these classes start with a guided tour of a local market where you'll learn about and select fresh ingredients. You'll then head to a traditional cooking school or a local home where a professional chef will guide you through the preparation of several authentic Vietnamese dishes.
OUR FAVOURITE HOTELS IN HOI AN
Four Seasons Nam Hai
Hoi An
5 star
Victoria Hoi An Beach
Hoi An
4 star
Anantara Hoi An
Hoi An
5 star
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