Historical Hoi An Discovery and Farming Experience – Private Tour

Experience the enchanting Hoi An, once a bustling trading port, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stroll through its charming pedestrian streets and immerse yourself in its rich history, admiring well-preserved architecture and savoring local cuisine. Explore ancient merchant houses, the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, ornate Chinese Assembly Halls, and vibrant markets. In the afternoon, delve into the countryside, joining a buffalo cart ride to picturesque rice fields. Participate in farming activities alongside friendly locals, gaining insights into traditional agricultural practices. Conclude the day with a cup of tea and return to your hotel, enriched by this authentic cultural experience.

Between the 15th and 19th centuries, Hoi An known then as ‘Faifo’, was a prosperous trading port, attracting Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, Portuguese and Spanish ships amongst others. Today, this World Heritage ancient town is recognised for its well-preserved architecture, pedestrian-only streets and distinctive local cuisine, allowing visitors a glimpse of its illustrious past. Hoi An’s narrow lanes are ideal for a guided walking tour of its many atmospheric sights including: the old merchant houses with influences from Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese architecture; the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, first built in the 1590s by the Japanese community to link them with the Chinese quarters across the stream; the Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation with its intricate woodcarvings; and the colourful market with stalls brimming with local specialties including silk, which can be turned into fashionable garments within a day or two.

IN THE AFTERNOON, YOU WILL JOIN BUFFALO CART & FARMING LIFE ON RICE FIELDS TOUR

Discover Hoi An’s countryside with a leisurely buffalo cart ride passing by rice paddies and vegetable farms to the village of Cam Thanh where the Thu Bon River meets the sea with its scenic ocean views. Your guide will explain the methods of farming in the area and the produce grown before getting your hands dirty and venturing into the rice fields. Change into work clothes provided by the villagers and join the friendly farmers in some of their agricultural work including ploughing, raking and watering the soil and transplanting rice. Enjoy a cup of tea with the farmers before returning to your hotel.

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• This Tour is Provided by Realistic Asia.
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