Off The Beaten Track Activities:  Lantern making in Hoian

Discover a colourful world of Hoi An, making a lantern is quite a sophisticated skill but it is a must if you love hand-made items.

Where to find Hoian lantern ?

The old lanes of Hoi An are lined with vibrant lantern shops, creating a splendid little Disneyland every night. Many shops offer this class, just wander around the riverside front street and you will find some.

Detail Activities

A large part of Hoian beauty is attributed to its beautiful streets adorned with colorful silk lanterns. Join this activity to learn more about history, meaning and ways of making different kinds of lanterns. A nice souvenir to bring home with and a great way to test your skillful hands and artful eyes.

Off The Beaten Track Activities

  • Cooking class in Hoi An

    You can create an entire themed evening with a spread of old Hoi An dishes to the amazement of your family and friends.

  • Hoi An boat trip

    Fun, interesting, unique and an awesome experience - all in one Hoi An boat trip!

  • Hoi An fish market

    Visit a Hoi An fish market and interact with local buyers and sellers. It’s worthwhile to wake up early to visit, located on the Thu Bon River, behind the main market area.

  • Farming in Hoi An

    Join with local farmers who are working strenuously on the fields. Share a tea cup and talk with them, you will truly feel like a local.

  • Lantern making in Hoian

    Discover a colourful world of Hoi An, making a lantern is quite a sophisticated skill but it is a must if you love hand-made items.

  • Biking in Hoi an

    Practically, there is no better way to explore the little old town of Hoi An and its peaceful countryside than riding a bicycle.

Examples of full packages

These examples of full package show how we combine adventure travel, off the beaten track travel with classic sightseeing and relaxation to make a balanced, fulfilling and enjoyable holiday.
Hidden Indochina ( Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos) 21 Days
Grade: Challenging
Luggage: Vehicles
Accommodation: Hotel & homestay
When to do: Year round

A mythical great river runs through three lands of Indochina, the Mekong River. A shared history, sometimes common and sometimes distant, has shaped the cultural richness and uniqueness of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. This journey aims to unlock the fascinating appeal of Indochina: its spectacular landscapes and amazingly diverse cultures. Covering all highlights from the magnificent Angkor temples to the roof of Indochina - Fanxipan Mountain, and filled with enjoyable activities, it can delight the most jaded mind.

Starting at the vibrant hub of South Vietnam, Saigon, cruising on endless waterways of Mekong Delta, marveling at majestic Angkor temples, relaxing in atmospheric Luang Prabang before trekking in laid back Muang Ngoi and Sapa and finishing with a scenic cruise in Halong, this itinerary is perfect for a complete Indochina discovery.
 

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Vietnam and Cambodia - A taste of exoticism ( North Vietnam and Siem Reap) 13 Days
Grade: Moderate
Luggage: Vehicles
Accommodation: Hotel & homestay
When to do: March to November

This tour brings in a glimpse of Vietnam and a taste of Cambodia. The journey starts out in the 1000-year-old city of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam with rich history and sensational cuisine. It then gets off tourist trails and travels inland for 4 days in  beautiful Pu Luong nature reserve with trekking between hilltribe villages, meeting the local people and enjoying a homestay in these remote communities.

This adventure also combines exploration of the impressive waterscape at Tam Coc, both on foot and by sampan. Boat is also the way to explore Halong Bay, making this tour a perfect itinerary for those love being on water.  Other hightlights include the Siem Reap homestay  and the majestic Angkor temples.
 

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