Holidays To Hoi An

The charmingly rustic town of Hoi An is renowned for its lanterns and every month this traditional craft is celebrated in the Hoi An Lantern Festivals which are held on the 14th day of each lunar month when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. Why not try your hand at making one of these traditional lanterns on our cycling and lantern making tour?

Take a drive over to Vietnam's former capital Hue to discover the charming historic architecture and cultural heritage of this beautiful city. Why not join our full day tour from Hoi An to explore this ancient city for yourself.

Discover the secret of Vietnamese cuisine with a cooking lesson at Hoi An's Red Bridge Restaurant and Cookery school on our half day group tour.

Spend a morning exploring the waterways around Hoi An and learn about the fishing communities that call this region home on our half day Fishermen and Waterways of the Past tour.

A UNESCO world heritage city, Hoi An is brimming with unique sights, temples, markets and historic buildings. One of the best ways to explore the picturesque city of Hoi An is by foot, join our half day walking tour to immerse yourself in this fantastic city.

Hoi An Full Moon Festival is a time when the local Vietnamese people celebrate and honour the full moon. This beautiful and ancient tradition takes place on the 14th day of each lunar month. During the festival, Hoi An’s usually busy streets become dreamy, romantic lanes. Electric lights are replaced with the intoxicating warm glow of colourful lanterns, creating a magical atmosphere. Hoi An’s public spaces come alive with cultural activities like bai choi (traditional Vietnamese opera) and poetry recitals. Perhaps the most spellbinding part of the festival is when pilgrims gather at Hoa River, setting twinkling flower lanterns afloat as they make a wish to the full moon. Hoi An Full Moon Festival is an unforgettable experience and well worth timing with your holiday in Hoi An.

Cao lầu is the signature dish of Hoi An and we highly recommend you try it. Expect a moreish combination of chewy, udon-like rice noodles and Chinese-barbecued pork slices, tossed with beansprouts, croutons and fresh herbs. This is then smothered in a rich pork gravy that creates an aromatic, warming dish. True cao lầu can only be found in Hoi An - the noodles are cooked using water from hidden and ancient Cham wells, and the fragrant greens come from the local vegetable village of Tra Que.

Hoi An’s Chinese influence can be tasted in a bowl of delicious Cơm gà, otherwise known as Hoi An’s chicken rice and is the city’s answer to Hainanese chicken. Cơm gà is a fresh and tasty salad, with herbs and sliced onions, mixed with shredded chicken. Make a pit stop at Cơm gà Ba Buoi on Phan Chu Trinh Street for a delicious light lunch.