From the 16th to 18th centuries, Hoi An was a thriving international commercial port for Chinese, Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese and Arab merchants. These people came primarily to trade in the high grade silk, which is still produced in the area, as well as ceramics. Today, Hoi An is a quaint riverside town, popular with tourists for its eclectic architecture, tailors shops, and numerous cafes. Some of the buildings in the narrow streets have remained unchanged for more than a century
Itinerary in Details:
We enjoy a half-day walking tour to visit through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter with famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tamky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. Passing many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. After lunch we take a short boat ride to a nearby island to visit a handicraft village specializing in ceramics and also the boat building yards. Hoi An is now one of four World Heritage listed sites in Vietnam.
Tour includes:
• Tours & transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
• Private English speaking guide
• Lunch as stated in the itinerary
• Boat cruise
• Entrance fees and permits for all sights visited
• Mineral Water & Towel
• Government taxes & Service charges
Tour excludes:
• International flights to and from Vietnam
• Vietnam visa arrangement (upon request visa on arrival at 15 USD, not including stamping fee at 25 USD)
• Meals not indicated in the itinerary
• All other services which are not mentioned above
• Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
• Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills.
• Tips and gratuities