Hoi An Countryside and Islands Explorer + Teh Dar Show

Hoi An

4.6 (4,209 Reviews)

Duration

Day time

Group Size

7 People

Tour Type

Countryside & Scenic Rides

Description

Escape the charming chaos of Hoi An's Old Town and discover the serene soul of the Vietnamese countryside with Vespa Adventures. Hoi An Countryside and Islands Explorer + Teh Dar Show tour takes you on an immersive journey beyond the tourist trail, revealing authentic rural life just moments from the ancient city, capped with a world-class cultural performance.

Your adventure begins on a classic vintage Vespa, crossing to Cam Kim Island. Wind through emerald rice paddies and quiet farmland, leaving crowds behind. Step inside a beautifully preserved 19th-century ancestral house, gaining insight into Vietnam's deep-rooted traditions of ancestor worship. Continue to a boat-building yard where skilled artisans employ centuries-old techniques. Then visit a mat-weaving family workshop, trying this intricate handicraft alongside locals. Get hands-on making Bánh đập - a crispy local snack of layered rice paper dipped in tangy sauce. Cruise along the scenic Thu Bon River, pausing for sweeping panoramic views of Hoi An's coastline. Recharge at a charming café, savoring slow-dripped Vietnamese coffee. Finally, enjoy a traditional lunch showcasing fresh, authentic flavors of Central Vietnam.

The excitement continues with your ticket to the breathtaking TEH DAR Show, included in your tour. Enjoy this bamboo circus masterpiece on another evening. It brings Vietnam's highland stories to life with amazing acrobatics, live music, and stunning visuals.

We then deliver you back to your hotel, leaving you with profound memories of rural Hoi An's timeless beauty.

Highlights

  • Vespa island escape
  • Ancestral house visit
  • Traditional craft workshops
  • Hands-on snack making
  • Coffee & culinary finale
  • TEH DAR show

Included

  • Helmets
  • Entrance fees
  • Insurance
  • Vespa Adventures local guide & fluent in English
  • Vespa with Experienced Driver
  • Raincoats
  • Pickup and drop off (in-town)
  • Local food and drinks (including alcohol: beers, cocktails) en route

Itinerary

Leave the Old Town behind as we cross to Cam Kim Island on a vintage Vespa, winding through emerald rice paddies, quiet farmland, and shaded country lanes for an authentic rural immersion.

Step inside a beautifully preserved 19th-century ancestral home belonging to one of Hoi An's founding families, gaining intimate insight into Vietnam's deep-rooted traditions of ancestor worship.

Watch skilled artisans build wooden boats using centuries-old techniques, then try your hand at mat weaving alongside the local family preserving this time-honored handicraft.

Get interactive as you learn to make Bánh đập - a crispy, chewy local delicacy of layered rice paper smashed together and dipped in a zesty sauce for pure countryside flavor.

Witness the art of coffee roasting at a vibrant local café before savoring slow-dripped Vietnamese coffee, concluding with a traditional countryside lunch of authentic Central Vietnamese dishes.

Your tour includes a ticket to the world-class TEH DAR Show at the Lune Performing Center. After your tour, redeem your voucher for a show within the following week. Plan to attend on a separate evening, as the performance ends around 7:00 PM. Transportation is not included. Before the show begins, enjoy a complimentary beverage and prepare to be amazed by breathtaking bamboo acrobatics, live tribal music, and stunning choreography that brings Vietnam's highland stories to life.

FAQs

No, transportation to the show is not included. Guests can redeem their tickets for any date up to a week after the tour.

 

Yes, absolutely! All our tours are kid-friendly and designed to be a memorable adventure for all ages, from toddlers to great-grandparents! We love having families join us.

Here's a bit more detail on how we ensure a safe and fun experience for family, including your little ones: 
- Helmets: We provide high-quality, adjustable helmets specifically designed for children, ensuring their comfort and safety. 
- Seating Policy: For their safety and comfort, kids aged 5 and below will sit pillion with parents. Kids of 6 years and above will sit by themselves (as by law) behind our well-trained drivers. This means they get to experience the adventure firsthand, always within your sight. 
- Child Discounts: Children 5 and under are completely FREE! Children aged 6 to 12 receive a generous 30% discount on the tour price. 

Absolutely! The performance is family-friendly and designed to captivate audiences of all ages.