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Half Day Cycling in the Hoi An Countryside: Discover Rural Vietnam and Local Life

Hoi An

Escape the hustle and bustle of Hoi An and embark on a half-day cycling adventure through the picturesque countryside of Central Vietnam. Discover the local fishing village, rice paddies, and water palm groves while immersing yourself in the everyday life of rural Hoi An.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Hoi An - Although Hoi An is so close by and is now a tourist haven, the artistic atmosphere and local friendly people where we will be cycling is an inviting environment that is incomparable with the town life on the other side of the Song Thu River. This tour will take you on a visit to artisans producing bricks in a way that hardly has changed for centuries – the authentic side of what lies around the bustling yellow-bricked centre of Hoi An clearly is not that far away as you may think. You will discover how wooden river boats are made and learn the secrets of local farmers once we move along and follow our cycling ambassador over a combination of mud paths and paved roads.

An interaction with the locals en route are definitely more than just a cheerful experience; Vietnamese are eager to spend some time saying “hello” and giving the occasional high five. (1/2…)

Hoi An - (…2/2) Stop by a local house for a friendly chat it is citizens, drink some Vietnamese tea and taste the local cake until you will cycle back to Hoi An. You will be amazed to realize how the scenery looks peaceful and how friendly people are once you make an effort going beyond the UNESCO-protected region of downtown Hoi An.

Return after a leisurely morning or afternoon cycling trip and via the same way we arrived at this peaceful part of the province, we will bring you back to your booked accommodation in Hoi An by the same way as we left – by bike!

What's Included

Half day tour with a professional English-speaking guide
Bicycle and helmet provided
All taxes and service charges included
Entrance and donation fees covered
Local ferry crossings in Hoi An

What's Not Included

Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
Compulsory Christmas and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations, otherwise supplementary charges will be applied
Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Additional Information

Tired of the constant stream of vehicles and buzzing scooters? If you’re yearning for a respite and a taste of something new away from the charming yet crowded network of shops, dwellings, and eateries in Hoi An, consider taking a half-day bike ride through the picturesque landscapes of Vietnam’s central countryside. This excursion brings you to the core of Hoi An’s rural community for a unique glimpse at the routines of a local fishing hamlet, the region’s natural life, and the numerous water palm plantations.

As you pedal by, expect to encounter water buffalo, sprawling rice fields, and gain insights into the agricultural practices of the area’s farmers. Traveling on indigenous modes of transportation, which include boat ferries and sometimes makeshift pontoon bridges, the tour embarks just across the Song Thu River, subsequent to your guide greeting you at your accommodation. From there, you embark on your biking adventure.

This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in Hoi An and inside Da Nang City centre. Transfers outside these areas such as along Da Nang beaches, harbour area and the Da Nang International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
Customers are advised that during the TET celebrations (celebration of Vietnamese New Year), excursions and tours may be subject to supplementary charges and/or may see longer waiting times than normal.
We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
To respect local customs and respecting the religious sites and temples on this tour, it is customary for guests to take off their shoes before allowed entrance. Your guide will inform you in advance for which of these sites this is applicable.
Due to the nature of this tour, we regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users. Customers booking this this leisurely bicycle tour may expect some light hills, unequal terrain and/or some bike carrying along the way. A minimal degree of fitness may be needed to enjoy this excursion to the fullest.
We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
Customers booking this this leisurely bicycle tour may expect some light hills, unequal terrain and/or some bike carrying along the way.
A minimal degree of fitness may be needed to enjoy this excursion to the fullest. Children bicycles are on request.
Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
From November until January, temperatures in the morning may drop to slightly cooler levels, particularly when taking ferries. A thin jacket or wind breaker is recommended to bring on tour during these months.