Hoi An's craft villages boat tour and lantern making class
Excursions & day trips

Hoi An's craft villages boat tour and lantern making class

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$43.67
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 4 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Scenic boat rides: experience beautiful views en route to traditional craft villages.
  • Artisan workshops: discover shipbuilding and carpentry techniques with skilled craftsmen.
  • Historic pottery: watch artisans create pottery products in Thanh Ha, a village with over 500 years of history.
  • Iconic sculptures: admire clay replicas of famous landmarks at the Terra Cotta Park Museum.
What to expect

Embark on a 30-minute boat ride to Kim Bong Carpentry Village, a traditional craft village in Hoi An established in the 15th century by artisans from Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, and Ha Tinh.

Upon arrival, you will explore the shipbuilding area, where wooden fishing vessels are constructed using traditional techniques. You will also visit a carpentry workshop to witness craftsmen creating handcrafted furniture and intricate sculptures. Next, continue the journey with another boat ride to Thanh Ha Pottery Village, where you can observe villagers making pottery products such as vases, pots, and kettles. Thanh Ha Pottery Village boasts over 500 years of history, tracing its roots back to its establishment.

Visit the Thanh Ha Terra Cotta Park Museum, where a series of remarkable sculptures and architectural replicas come to life. Here, you will see stunning clay models of iconic landmarks, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa (Italy), Taj Mahal (India), Sydney Opera House (Australia), the White House (USA), the Pyramid (Egypt), and Notre Dame (France), all crafted by local artisans.

Finally, conclude the tour by visiting a local lantern craftsman to learn about the traditional art of lantern making.

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What's included
  • check Boat
  • check Travel insurance
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Guided tour
  • check Water
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
Where
Meeting point:
Pick-up from hotels in Hoi An city center only (except South Hoi An area such as Duy Hai, Thang Binh, and southwards). You will indicate your pickup location at checkout and confirm the pick-up details directly with the local operator whose contact information can be found in the voucher after booking.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • The minimum number of participants required per booking is 2 adults
  • The option "half-day private tour" is a private tour for 1 person
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Provider
HOI AN EXPRESS BUSINESS TRAVEL SERVICES COMPANY LIMITED
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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