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John Lee Tours invites you to experience the true heart of Hoi An’s countryside!
Step off the beaten path and discover the real local life of Vietnam on this Farming & Fishing Life Tour, blending culture, fun, and nature.
♀️ Cycle through peaceful villages surrounded by lush rice paddies and vegetable gardens.
Meet friendly local farmers – try planting, watering, and hoeing the soil yourself.
Ride a water buffalo in the green rice fields – an unforgettable experience!
Cruise the river on a bamboo basket boat, learn traditional net fishing, and paddle through the scenic coconut palm waterways.
️ Finish your journey with a delicious local meal in Hoi An.
This tour offers a genuine connection with the people, traditions, and natural beauty of rural Vietnam — perfect for travelers seeking an authentic local experience!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.
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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1Tra Que Vegetable Village
You will be transferred to John Lee’s bike station in the countryside to start your cycling route, or we can begin directly from your hotel. Cycle through picturesque country roads to a local farming village. (If you don’t know how to ride a bicycle, you can use our scooter “xe ôm” service. The fee is 170,000 VND per person, paid directly to the driver.) Experience the daily life of local farmers by joining their activities — such as hoeing the soil and watering vegetables in an organic herb garden.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cam Chau
Riding water buffalo in the field and enjoy the freshest air of the countryside beauty.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Bay Mau Coconut Forest
Board a traditional Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and cruise through the waterways towards the mouth of the river, where it meets the Cua Dai Sea. Learn how to paddle the unique basket boat and enjoy this fun and authentic local experience. Explore the peaceful coconut-palm waterways, once a strategic area during the war, and hear stories about the extreme conditions endured by soldiers on both sides. After the ride, we will enjoy lunch/dinner at a local house (morning tour includes lunch, afternoon tour includes dinner), along with a cold beer or soft drink. After the meal, we will cycle back to your hotel, and the trip will end.
2 hours 40 minutes • Admission ticket included
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.
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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