Hoi An Ancient Town

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Meeting point:  At Port Gate (Tien Sa Port or Chan May Port) - (photos below)

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Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour

Begin your guided discovery of Hoi An Ancient Town, one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric and beautifully preserved heritage destinations. Stroll through lantern lit streets, graceful old merchant houses, traditional shops, Chinese assembly halls, and charming colonial era architecture.

This carefully planned experience is part of our Hoi An shore excursions, designed for cruise guests who wish to enjoy the timeless beauty, cultural depth, and relaxed elegance of Hoi An within a well arranged port day.

During the walking tour, visit some of the town’s most treasured highlights:

Japanese Covered Bridge

Admire Hoi An’s iconic 16th century landmark, a graceful symbol of the town’s historic connection with Japanese merchants.

Hoi An Pottery Museum

Explore a collection of ceramics that reflects the region’s artistic traditions, trading history, and cultural exchange.

Tan Ky Old House

Step inside one of Hoi An’s best preserved merchant residences, where Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese architectural influences blend in refined harmony.

Cantonese Congregation Hall

Visit an ornate assembly hall built by Chinese merchants, featuring intricate carvings, vibrant decorative details, and a rich sense of community heritage.

Continue along Silk Street, where traditional shops, temples, pagodas, and historic façades reveal the quiet elegance of Hoi An’s past. As you explore, your guide will share stories of the town’s golden age as an international trading port during the 16th and 17th centuries, when merchants from Japan, China, and Europe helped shape its distinctive cultural identity.

Local Lunch

Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant. Taste regional specialties inspired by Hoi An’s culinary heritage, with flavors that reflect the town’s coastal setting, trading history, and local traditions.

Lantern Making Experience

Visit a family owned workshop and take part in a traditional Hoi An lantern making experience. Under the guidance of local artisans, learn how these colorful silk lanterns are shaped by hand and why they have become one of the most beloved symbols of the ancient town.

This hands on activity offers a meaningful cultural connection, and your handmade lantern can be taken home as a special souvenir from your visit to Hoi An.

Return to Port

After your time in Hoi An, relax on the return drive to the port and arrive in good time for your cruise departure. If time permits, your guide may arrange brief photo stops at selected highlights such as Non Nuoc Beach or Dragon Bridge in Danang City.

Thank you for traveling with Shore Excursions Asia. We look forward to welcoming you on another expertly arranged shore excursion in Vietnam and across Asia.

Special Notes

• Walking is required within Hoi An Ancient Town.
• Comfortable footwear is recommended.
• Tour timing will be adjusted to match cruise schedules and local traffic conditions.
• Stops on the return route are subject to available time and port schedule.