My Son Sanctuary – Half Day City Tour – SIC

DAY 1: MY SON SANCTUARY – LUXURY MORNING TOUR (L)

07:30 – 08:00 AM: Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An and depart to My Son Sanctuary – The World Cultural Heritage.

It takes about an hour to drive.

09:30 AM: Upon arrival at My Son Sanctuary, you have two hours to explore the site on foot, guided by our local English-speaking guide. You will learn about the history of the area and enjoy traditional performances showcasing Champa culture.

11:45 AM: Return to the minivan and head to a local house where you’ll learn how to make rice paper. You’ll get to enjoy the rice paper you make later!

12:30 PM: Get back in the van and have lunch at another local house. Relax with some cold herbal tea, tasty food, and breathe in the fresh air.

01:00 PM: Hop on a boat for a trip to Hoi An. Enjoy the pleasant breeze and beautiful scenery along the Thu Bon River, the largest river in Central Vietnam.

01:30 PM: Arrive at Hoi An and we ensure you’re dropped off at your hotel.

DAY 2: HOI AN CITY TOUR – BOAT RIDE – DROP FLOWER LANTERN

02:30 PM: Our guide will meet you at our hotel in Hoi An City Center to kick off the Hoi An City Tour.

First up, you’ll head to Hoi An Market, a lively place that offers a vibrant shopping experience. It’s packed with sights, colors, sounds, and smells.

Next, you’ll visit Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mix of bright gates, dragon statues, and intricate rooftops. You’ll learn about ancestor worship as you observe local devotees making offerings at the family altar. Then, you’ll explore some remarkably well-preserved old houses like Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House, which have stood the test of time for over 200 years. You’ll hear stories about the prosperous merchants who once lived in these homes, trading with people from all over the world.

After that, you’ll head to the Museum of Folk Culture in Hoi An, housed in a 150-year-old Chinese merchant house. Here, you’ll see artifacts depicting ancient local daily life and enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.

You’ll make a stop at the Japanese Bridge, a more than 400-year-old bridge that connects the Japanese community with the Chinese community across the water. You’ll admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge and learn about their symbolic significance.

Finally, we’ll visit some of Hoi An’s famous handicraft shops and art galleries, exploring smaller lanes and local neighborhoods to fully appreciate the endless charm of Hoi An.

To top it off, you’ll enjoy a boat ride and release a flower lantern to wish for luck for you and your family, immersing yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the lantern-lit streets.

06:30 PM: Our guide will take you back to your hotel. End of tour.

OPTIONAL

Street food (10$) with menu:

Try to wear Vietnamese Ao dai (10$): One of the most elegant and beautiful long dresses for women and men. It is a one piece, close-fitting blouse with long front and back panels, worn over loose trousers. You will take part in a photo shoot in Hoi An Ancient Town with you as the star by changing of clothes in local tailor.