Hoi An, a picturesque riverside town in central Vietnam, is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene and time-honored artisanal traditions. This captivating tour allows visitors to enjoy the local culture, savoring fresh seafood, exotic fruits, and the art of lantern-making. With an experienced guide leading the way, participants can expect a well-rounded cultural experience that promises to delight the senses and leave a lasting impression.
Key Points
- This 4-hour tour in Hoi An, Vietnam, offers a comprehensive cultural and culinary experience, including a seafood feast, tropical fruit tasting, and a lantern-making class.
- The tour is limited to a maximum of 10 participants, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience with an English-speaking guide.
- Participants will learn about the significance of lantern-making in Hoi An’s rich cultural heritage and have the opportunity to create their own traditional foldable lantern.
- The tour includes complimentary local beer to complement the tasting experience, and offers a flexible cancellation policy with a full refund available up to 24 hours in advance.
- The meeting point is at the Hoi An Museum, providing a central and convenient location for all participants.
Tour Overview
The tour lasts 4 hours and is priced from $48.80 per person.
The tour lasts 4 hours and is priced from $48.80 per person.
It’s limited to 10 participants and conducted by an English-speaking guide.
The meeting point is the Hoi An Museum. Guests can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking now doesn’t require any upfront payment.
The tour includes seafood, tropical fruits, and a lantern-making class. It’s an exploration of Hoi An’s unique culture and cuisine.
However, the tour isn’t suitable for children under 3, wheelchair users, vegans, those with altitude sickness, vegetarians, or babies under 1.
Participants should wear comfortable shoes.
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Duration and Pricing
This tour lasts 4 hours and is priced from $48.80 per person.
With a limited group size of 10 participants, travelers can expect an intimate experience led by an English-speaking guide.
The tour offers excellent value, as it includes a seafood feast, tropical fruit tasting, and a hands-on lantern-making class.
Travelers can conveniently meet the group at the Hoi An Museum and take advantage of the free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance.
Group Size and Language
With a limited group size of 10 participants, this tour ensures an intimate experience for travelers.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, guests can expect a personalized and enriching cultural exploration of Hoi An’s ancient town.
The small group size allows for attentive service and the ability to navigate the local market and learn the art of lantern-making more easily.
This setup creates an opportunity for deeper engagement with the destination and its traditions, making the most of the 4-hour adventure.
Meeting Point and Cancellation Policy
Where does the tour meet? The tour meets at the Hoi An Museum, located at 10B Tran Hung Dao in Hoi An. Participants can conveniently gather at this central meeting point.
The tour also offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, providing flexibility for travelers. If plans change, guests can receive a full refund by canceling before the cutoff time.
This policy allows for hassle-free adjustments, ensuring a smooth experience for all. The meeting point and cancellation policy are designed to cater to the needs of the tour participants.
More Great Thing To Do NearbyIncluded Activities
The Hoi An Seafood and Tropical Fruits Tasting tour immerses participants in the local culinary and cultural experiences. Guests will enjoy a seafood feast prepared in the local style, savoring shrimp, fish, scallops, and stir-fried morning glory with garlic.
To cleanse the palate, they’ll indulge in a tasting of seasonal tropical fruits, including mango, dragon fruit, mangosteen, rambutan, longan, and langsat (excluding durian).
The highlight of the tour is a hands-on lantern-making class, where participants create a traditional foldable lantern, learning about the cultural significance of this craft.
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Seafood feast in local style
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Tropical fruits tasting
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Lantern-making class
Cultural Experience
Why does the Hoi An Seafood and Tropical Fruits Tasting tour offer a unique cultural experience?
The tour immerses travelers in Hoi An’s ancient town, exploring its distinctive cuisine and traditions. Guests visit the local market, learning about the fresh produce and seasonal fruits.
The tour immerses travelers in Hoi An’s ancient town, exploring its distinctive cuisine and traditions. Guests visit the local market, learning about the fresh produce and seasonal fruits.
Culminating the experience, participants create a traditional foldable lantern during an interactive class. Lantern-making holds deep cultural significance in Vietnam, symbolizing hope and luck.
By engaging in this hands-on activity, travelers gain insight into an enduring local craft and its cultural importance.
Inclusions
The Hoi An Seafood and Tropical Fruits Tasting tour includes an array of culinary delights. Participants can savor seafood prepared in the local style, featuring shrimp, fish, and scallops.
They’ll also have the opportunity to taste a variety of seasonal tropical fruits, including:
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Mango
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Dragon fruit
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Mangosteen
Plus, the tour includes a refreshing local beer to accompany the flavors.
The experience culminates in a hands-on lantern-making class, where participants can create a traditional foldable lantern as a memento of their cultural journey.
Participant Restrictions and What to Bring
This Hoi An Seafood and Tropical Fruits Tasting tour isn’t suitable for children under 3 years, wheelchair users, vegans, people with altitude sickness, vegetarians, and babies under 1 year.
The tour requires participants to be able to walk and stand for extended periods. Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the tour involves visiting local markets and exploring the ancient town.
The tour’s activities, such as the seafood tasting and lantern-making class, may not accommodate the dietary restrictions of certain participants. Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all, these restrictions are in place.
Since You Asked
Can I Bring My Own Food or Drink on the Tour?
No, you can’t bring your own food or drink on the tour. The tour includes seafood, tropical fruits, and a lantern-making class, so you’ll be provided with the necessary food and materials during the activities.
Is There an Option for a Private Tour Instead of a Group?
Yes, this tour offers a private option for those who prefer an intimate experience. Guests can book a private tour, which allows for more personalized attention and flexibility in the itinerary.
Can I Request a Different Meeting Point for the Tour?
Yes, you can request a different meeting point for the tour. The tour operator is typically open to accommodating requests for alternate pick-up locations as long as it’s within the general vicinity of the original meeting point.
What Happens if I Have a Dietary Restriction Not Listed?
If you have a dietary restriction not listed, you should contact the tour operator as soon as possible. They may be able to accommodate your needs, but can’t guarantee it without advance notice.
Is There an Age Limit for Participating in the Lantern-Making Class?
The tour doesn’t specify an age limit for the lantern-making class. However, it notes the tour isn’t suitable for children under 3 years old, so participants should be at least 3 years old to participate in the lantern-making activity.
Final Words
This Hoi An tour offers a well-rounded cultural experience, blending delectable seafood, tropical fruit tastings, and the chance to handcraft traditional Vietnamese lanterns. With a small group size and an English-speaking guide, participants can enjoy the vibrant local traditions of this historic town. It’s an engaging way to discover the flavors and artistry that make Hoi An a beloved destination.
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