Rural Villages Experience

Hoi An

4.6 (4,209 Reviews)

Duration

Afternoon

Group Size

7 People

Tour Type

Family Travel

Description

Leave the charm of Hoi An’s old town behind and journey into its peaceful rural heartland. Riding pillion on a classic Vespa, this afternoon adventure takes you through quiet laneways, lush farmland, and riverside villages where daily life continues at an unhurried pace.

Your experience begins at a bustling local market along the Thu Bon River before heading into the countryside for hands-on encounters with local families. Learn traditional crafts like rice paper making and reed mat weaving, then cruise through narrow paths lined with fields, waterways, and stilted homes.

As the day softens into golden hour, cross the river via a unique floating bridge to reach a small village island. The journey concludes with a meaningful visit to a veteran soldier’s home, where stories are shared and local rice wine is brewed—offering a personal glimpse into Vietnam’s rural history and hospitality.

Thoughtfully paced and rich in local interaction, the Rural Villages Experience is an intimate look at the traditions, landscapes, and people that define Hoi An’s countryside.

 

Highlights

  • Heartland Cruise: Glide past lush fields and waterways in Hoi An's farming heartland.
  • Golden Hour Crossing: Experience the magic of sunset as we cross the river via a unique floating bridge.
  • Rice Wine & Stories: Visit a veteran soldier’s home to taste potent local rice wine and hear his fascinating story.
  • Hands-On Workshops: Roll up your sleeves to make rice paper and weave reed mats with local families.
  • Hidden Laneways: Navigate winding paths and authentic villages far from the tourist trail.

Included

  • Helmets
  • Pickup and drop off (in-town)
  • Raincoats
  • Vespa
  • Cold water, soft drinks on tour
  • Vespa with Experienced Driver
  • Vespa Adventures local guide & fluent in English

Itinerary

We begin by diving into a real slice of local life at a bustling riverside market along the Thu Bon River, observing traders haggling over fresh catch. Next, we roll up our sleeves and join local families for a therapeutic, hands-on experience: making rice paper and hand-weaving traditional reed mats.

Escape the town to Vespa along narrow paths through Hoi An’s farming heartland. We follow winding waterways past lush fields and sleepy villages, taking a relaxing break to enjoy local snacks and refreshments while soaking in the picturesque agricultural views.

Experience the magic of the golden hour as we cross the river via a unique floating bridge to reach a small village island. The journey concludes at the home of a veteran soldier, where you’ll see rice wine brewing in action and hear the amazing, potent story behind this local favorite drink.

FAQs

ot at all. The visit to the veteran's home is focused on the cultural process and his story. Tasting is completely optional, and we have water or soft drinks available.

 

We recommend comfortable clothing suitable for the weather. Since we visit local homes and villages, casual but modest attire is appreciated. Don't forget your camera for the golden hour!

 

Yes, absolutely! The bridge is used daily by locals. Our experienced drivers are experts at navigating it safely, making it a thrilling and memorable part of the adventure.