Hoi An City and Basket Boat Tour

Hoi An, a charming ancient city in Vietnam, is renowned for its well-preserved architecture, rich cultural heritage, and enchanting riverside ambiance. With its blend of Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, and French influences, the town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with traditional lantern-lit streets, ancient temples, vibrant markets, and historic merchant houses. A visit to Hoi An often feels like a step back in time, where visitors can explore colorful alleys, sample delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the city’s laid-back pace.

The Basket Boat Tour offers a unique and immersive experience in Hoi An’s rural landscape. This tour typically takes place along the serene coconut-palm-lined waterways of Cam Thanh Village. Here, guests board traditional round basket boats, skillfully rowed by local guides, and navigate the lush water coconut forest. Known as *Thung Chai* in Vietnamese, these basket boats are a marvel of local ingenuity, with their unique circular design ideal for gliding over the river’s waters. The tour often includes hands-on activities like learning to paddle the basket boats, catching small crabs, and watching locals perform tricks and boat dances. This excursion is a delightful way to experience Hoi An’s natural beauty, local life, and the skills of the village’s boatmen, making it an unforgettable part of any trip to Hoi An.