HOI AN Countryside Hidden Gems in Villages & Islands PRIVATE TOUR | 4 hours to 5 hours

279 Reviews | Hoi An
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Coffee stop to refresh. Bottled water during the tour
  • All taxes, tickets, entrance fees, donations at local homes (Guarantee no hidden fees)
  • US Vintage Army Jeep / Modern Car / Classic vespa / Modern cooter (All guests sit behind)
  • English-speaking local tour guide, knowledgeable and licensed
  • INCLUDED or EXCLUDED Vietnamese meal (at different PRICES and DURATION, please check when booking)
  • Pickup and drop off any hotels in and around Hoi An area, 10 km = 6.2 miles from Hoi An old town
  • Other drinks, personal expenses. Tip is optional but appreciated
  • Private car transfer ONE-WAY from South Hoian or Danang to HOIAN TOWN: 15-20-30 USD/ 4-7-16 seater

Overview

An exciting PRIVATE TOUR that’s fun for all ages! Explore the rural villages around Hoi An on a unique route that takes you off the beaten path to meet locals and experience their daily lives. Start your adventure on Cam Kim Island, where you’ll grind rice and make rice papers and snacks to enjoy later. Then, visit another local family to learn the art of incense stick making and try it yourself. After that, head to a peaceful village to weave vibrant bed mats from river reeds. Drive through beautiful rural villages and later stop at a charming coffee shop for refreshments. Then, cross over the stunning views bridge and enjoy a relaxing basketboat ride under Water Coconut Forest. Then zigzag through the fish & shrimp farms and lush rice paddies filled with buffalo and cows. Finally, explore Tra Que Vegetable Village, surrounded by fragrant herbs. Choose your vehicle: Vintage US Army jeep, car, Vespas, or scooter. The tour lasts 5 hours with a tasty meal or 4 hours without a meal.

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Pickup details

✅ Free Pickup & Drop-off: Available at any hotel, homestay, or restaurant in the Hoi An area. ❌ No Free Pickup & Drop-off: Da Nang Hotels Hoiana Resort & Golf Vinpearl Resort & Golf South Hoi An Options for Guests in These Areas: 1. Meet us at our office in Hoi An to start the tour. Address: ... 67 Tran Quang Khai Street, Cam Chau Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam Province. 2. Book a One-Way Private Transfer from us: Read more ▼

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Meeting points

Local Buddy Tours - Booking Office Inside Song Thanh Riverside Restaurant 67 Tran Quang Khai Street, Cam Chau Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam Province.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • N/A (Pass By)

    If you're staying in Hoi An, we'll pick you up directly from your hotel. For guests at hotels in Da Nang, Hoiana Resort and Golf, or VinPearl Resort and Golf South Hoi An, please meet us at our office to start the tour. Contact us via call or WhatsApp, and we'll assist you in arranging a private car transfer for a small surcharge.

  • Cam Kim Island

    Making rice papers and local snacks: Embark on a fun journey from Hoi An, crossing the scenic Thu Bon River to the peaceful Cam Kim Island. Here, you'll meet a delightful 65-year-old couple, masters of traditional rice-making. Roll up your sleeves and help grind rice, then use the rice milk to craft your own rice paper and tasty local snacks. Once the work’s done, enjoy the fruits of your labor, munching on the treats you just made! As you relax, dive into the fascinating daily lives of the islanders and learn about their rich culture and traditions. It’s a hands-on experience with a heartwarming personal touch you won’t forget!

    20 minutes

  • Cam Kim Island

    Incense-making family: Step into the heart of Kim Bong village and meet a warm, welcoming family who’s been mastering the craft of incense-making for generations. Get ready for a unique experience as you sit down with them, surrounded by the sweet aromas of herbs and spices, and try your hand at rolling incense sticks using their traditional tools. As you work, the family will share fascinating stories about their trade, their village, and the importance of incense in local culture. By the end, you'll walk away with your own handmade incense and a heart full of Kim Bong's rich history and charm!

    15 minutes

  • Tra Nhieu Fishing Village

    Handwoven Traditions: The Mat-Weaving Family Story. Step into the cozy, traditional home of a lovely 70-year-old couple in a peaceful village, where vibrant straw mat-making is a way of life. Sit down with them and get hands-on, weaving your own colorful mat—just like the ones locals sleep on! As you weave, you'll hear stories of their craft and catch a glimpse of daily life in this quiet, charming village. It's a beautiful way to connect with local traditions, learn a timeless craft, and take home your own handmade souvenir from this heartwarming experience!

    15 minutes

  • Duy Vinh

    Stop at a nice coffee house to freshen up and learn about Vietnamese coffee culture. Enjoy a tasty coffee with nice views. Use the washroom before we continue our journey.

    20 minutes

  • Duy Hai

    Drive over high bridges to take in panoramic views of fish farms, shrimp farms, rice paddies, and big fishing nets at Thu Bon river mouth.

    20 minutes

  • Cam Thanh

    Visit Cam Thanh fishing village in the water coconut forest, hop in the round basket boat, a local fisherman will take you on a relaxing boat trip under the shade of coconut trees. You will use a fishing rod to catch some river crabs for fun.

    25 minutes

  • Tra Que Vegetable Village

    A quick visit to Tra Que vegetable village to see the villagers growing different vegetables in their gardens. It's a great chance to smell amazing herbs, take pictures and learn about traditional farming methods.

    15 minutes

  • Hoi An

    Time to enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch or dinner in a riverside restaurant before heading back to your hotel. NOTE: There is a tour option without lunch/dinner as well. Please check different prices and durations when booking.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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great local experience

Published on Jan, 2025

Kong was a great guide. he gave valuable information about local customs and people. great tour we really enjoyed that!

Great day out!

Published on Jan, 2025

The trip was a lot of fun! We got to see a wide range of things and even get involved with some of the activities like making rice noodles! We were travelling with a baby and everything was super flexible and at our own pace, eg stopping as needed for a feed or to get her to sleep. Our guide and driver, ChickyTrung & Quang, were great!

Good experience

Published on Jan, 2025

The tour was really cool! You can see the real life in Vietnami's countryside. Our guide was Sunny and his stories were really interesting and educative. I highli recommend Local Buddy Tours and Sunny to be your guide!

Interesting and enjoyable tour

Published on Jan, 2025

This was easily the best of the several tours we undertook during our 6 days in Hoi An. Huynh was an excellent and sensitive guide - we had a great time. Thoroughly recommended.

Excellent relaxing day in Hoi An

Published on Jan, 2025

A fantastic and relaxing way to spend a day. All the stops were interesting and informative. It was great to meet some locals at various traditional homes and jobs. Every person was extremely friendly and couldn't have been happier to see us and explain their lives to us (via the tour guide interpreting). The tour guide and drivers were excellent all day. We went in the jeep which was a great way to get around a few kilometres between stops.

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