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John Lee Tours invites you to explore the peaceful countryside of Hoi An and experience authentic local life.
Ride across the bridge to Cam Kim Island and along the scenic riverside into the beautiful rural landscape.
Visit traditional craft villages that date back hundreds of years, including carpentry, mat weaving, and noodle making. Meet friendly locals who will demonstrate their crafts and invite you to try them yourself.
Enjoy a cup of authentic Vietnamese coffee, then continue to the Coconut Forest for an unforgettable basket boat experience.
Afterward, relax and savor a delicious local meal in Hoi An before returning to your hotel.
A fun, cultural, and authentic day out — perfect for travelers who want to see the real Vietnam with John Lee Tours.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will be picked up at hotel by our guide and our driver by motorbike.
Pick-up Information
Free hotel pick-up in Hoi An city (within 8 km/5 miles of the Old Town).
If you stay in Da Nang or outside this area, please take a taxi or Grab to Meeting Point in Hoi An.
Itinerary
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1Cam Kim Island
We ride over the bridge to Cam Kim island and along the riverside into the beautiful rural countryside. First stops is the village of Kim Bong—a traditional carpentry village on Cam Kim island—has been churning out artisan works since the 15th century. Zig-zag through the breathtaking scenery of rice paddies & farmland and enjoy the cooling breeze. Next, learn from friendly local families the art of mat weaving, farming and how to make (and eat) the perfect Banh Dap rice crackers. Meeting local families is a must-do to see the real way of life in Vietnam.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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After snacking on rice crackers, visit a local café to fuel up on local drip-coffee & learn the art of coffee roasting.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Then we make our way to the coast at the Thu Bon river mouth. It’s up high and over the new bridge offering spectacular panoramic views of Hoi An, which takes us to the water coconut palm fringed Cam Thanh. *Learn to paddle the strange and unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats. Explore the now tranquil coconut-palm flanked waterways of a past war and hear of the extreme conditions endured by soldiers on both sides.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Cam Chau
We will try riding “BMW” Water Buffalo in Viet Nam and then on to a local lunch in a restaurant at a picturesque location (seasonal) .
35 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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