Half-Day Hidden Hoi An Walking Tour
tp. Hội An, Vietnam
Trip Type: Walking Tours
Duration: 4 hours
Travel back in time with a tour of Hoi An, a restored 15th century fishing village on Vietnam’s striking central coast. This UNESCO recognized destination has been artfully restored to its former glory and its quaint architecture makes the perfect picture postcard. In this one-day tour, discover a preserved pagoda, assembly hall and covered bridge — living links to Hoi An’s ancient past!
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Travel back in time with a tour of Hoi An, a restored 15th century fishing village on Vietnam’s striking central coast. This UNESCO recognized destination has been artfully restored to its former glory and its quaint architecture makes the perfect picture postcard. In this one-day tour, discover a preserved pagoda, assembly hall and covered bridge — living links to Hoi An’s ancient past!Begin your tour of Hoi An, a former trading port that welcomed Chinese, Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese and Arab merchants between the 16th to 18th centuries. Today Hoi An is famous for its restored architecture, homemade silk, expert tailors and delicious noodles and seafood. Its relaxed vibe and pedestrian streets make this town a pleasure to walk around and discover new things.
The tour includes stops at several famous landmarks. The first is Chua Ong Pagoda, dating back to 1653 and built in honor of the Chinese general Quan Cong, who is worshipped by many as a symbol of loyalty and justice.
Next, pop into Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, to see the Jinshang Temple which is dedicated to the goddess of the sea and the protector of sailors. From there it’s a short walk to Tan Ky House, a 200 year old ancestral house and finally, stroll across the often photographed 17th century covered bridge built by Japanese craftsmen. The beautifully built bridge doubles as a temple and is a major landmark of Hoi An. End your afternoon with a boat trip along Thu Bon river.
The tour includes stops at several famous landmarks. The first is Chua Ong Pagoda, dating back to 1653 and built in honor of the Chinese general Quan Cong, who is worshipped by many as a symbol of loyalty and justice.
Next, pop into Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, to see the Jinshang Temple which is dedicated to the goddess of the sea and the protector of sailors. From there it’s a short walk to Tan Ky House, a 200 year old ancestral house and finally, stroll across the often photographed 17th century covered bridge built by Japanese craftsmen. The beautifully built bridge doubles as a temple and is a major landmark of Hoi An. End your afternoon with a boat trip along Thu Bon river.
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