Hoi An City – Cam Thanh Coconut Village Tour (Half day)

Hoi An City – Cam Thanh Coconut Village Tour (Half day)

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You will be able to participate in a range of activities such as a basket ride, fishing on the river with local fishermen, crafting products out of coconut leaves, and sampling ripe coconuts,......

Itinerary

Hoi An City – Cam Thanh Coconut Village Half-Day Tour: Hoi An Old Town was a a trading port many years ago, and the local cultures and traditions are still alive and well there now. Given that it has been around since the 16th century, the town has been exceptionally well kept. There are over a thousand timber-framed structures, as well as a Japanese covered bridge built a couple hundred years ago. Hoi An Old Town has kept its distinct charm, which can be found around every corner. It has an ancient grace and traits that are unique to it.

Aside from well-known attractions, Hoi An is home to numerous natural treasures. The nicest thing about the city is that the Provincial Government pays close attention to the maintenance of typical villages and places. They continue to promote their natural charms in order to boost the economy of local communities by attracting tourists. A charming region named Cam Thanh Coconut Village may be found not far from the city of Hoi An.  It is becoming well-known because to its sightseeing and ecotourism.

HOI AN CITY – CAM THANH COCONUT VILLAGE HALF-DAY TOUR

7:30 am or 1:30: Our private car and tour guide will transfer you from your Hoi An hotel to Cam Thanh Coconut Village. We’ll arrive in the village in about 20 minutes.

Cam Thanh Coconut Village:

To learn more about the community and daily life of Vietnamese fishermen, take a basket boat (Thung Chai) tour through the coconut forest. Locals will teach you how to paddle the unique bamboo basket boat that can only be found in Vietnam. You will hear stories of previous conflicts and the difficult conditions that soldiers experienced. During the war, the Cam Thanh people of Quang Nam Province were known as the “land of steel” fighting the enemy to ensure the nation’s independence.

Besides, the boatman will collect coconut leaves and manufacture hilarious natural such as rings, hats, and glasses out of them.

You will surely feel the sense of floating on water waves, as well as engage in an equally enjoyable basket boat race between the baskets.

Take part in river fishing with the locals and get skill with cast or round nets. You are able to attempt the catchings on your own, with the guidance of locals.

After that, you’ll begin your exploration of Hoi An Old Town.

Hoi An Old Town:

First, you’ll go to Hoi An Market, which is constantly busy. It is a sensory overload of views, colors, noises, and smells. This market provides an unforgettable shopping experience.

Then, our tour guide will purchase entrance tickets (included in the fee) and begin strolling to Hoi An Old Town. You will discover wonderfully well-preserved old houses that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the rich merchants who lived in these homes and traded with buyers from all around the world.

Stop at the Japanese Covered Bridge – an iconic landmark of Hoi An Old Town. It spans a small waterway and was built more than 400 years ago. The bridge linked the Japanese community to the Chinese community on the opposite side of the sea. Over ages, the bridge has connected the past, present, and future.

Visit the brilliantly colored Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall. The assembly hall was built with the contribution of the Chinese people of Hoi An. It is a wonderful, majestic building with sophisticated patterns that contributes to the Old Town’s architecture.

Additionally, explore some of the great handicraft shops and art galleries in Hoi An. Walking through smaller laneways and local neighborhoods to obtain a deeper understanding of Hoi An’s infinite appeal.

Finnaly, our tour guide will take you back to your Hoi An hotel to end your Hoi An City – Cam Thanh Coconut Village Tour. Explore Vietnam wishes you a memorable time with us.