Starting at 8am from the meeting point, we will warm up with a 10-minute bike ride to Tra Que Vegetable Village, the largest organic vegetable garden in Hoi An. Here, you will learn about the history of the village, many kinds of different vegetables and herbs grown in the garden, and meet local farmers who will share stories about their daily lives and how they grow and protect their crops from pests.
After that, you will take a short break and enjoy Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese sizzling pancake) and Tam Huu, two very famous local dishes that use many fresh herbs from the garden. Especially Tam Huu, a specialty that is unique to this village.
Next, we will continue cycling through rice fields, watching water buffalo grazing along the road and farmers working in their paddies while enjoying the cool and peaceful atmosphere of the Vietnamese countryside.
Our next stop will be a small roadside restaurant to enjoy a hot bowl of Phở. Although it is a small eatery, it follows a traditional family recipe that has been passed down through generations. The word “pho” has even been added to the Oxford Dictionary as a new word. It is one of Vietnam’s most popular dishes and something you must try when visiting the country.
The next stop is a local market — a small but lively place where most products are freshly brought in every morning. You will experience the bustling morning atmosphere, see locals buying, selling, and bargaining. Our guide will introduce you to different goods in the market, various fruits, and show you how to choose fresh fish and seafood. You will also have the chance to taste seasonal fruits and enjoy local food such as sweet soup desserts and rice crackers.
Another famous place you will visit is the Bay Mau Coconut Forest, a special attraction that draws a large number of visitors every year. Passing through small canals, you will experience riding a traditional basket boat, try paddling it yourself, learn some simple fishing techniques, and watch entertaining performances by local fishermen such as spinning the basket boat and even singing karaoke.
After about 45 minutes on the boat, you will take a short rest and enjoy Cao Lau, Hoi An’s signature dish, along with coconut sweet soup, a local specialty found only in this area.
Finally, we will cycle for about 20 minutes back to the meeting point, where the tour ends.
List food:
1. Tam Huu spring rolls
2. Pancake
3. Pho
4. Seasonal fruits
5. Che (sweet soup)
6. Cao lau
7. Dessert
Includes:
– Bike and helmet
– Experienced English-speaking guide
– 1 bottle of water
– All entrance fees
– 7 dishes at 4 tasting locations
Not include:
– Beverages
– Personal expenses
Not suitable for:
– Children under 10 years
– Pregnant women
– People who can’t ride a bike
– Wheelchair users
– People over 95 years
Meeting point: 06B Tran Hung Dao, Hoi An, tp Da Nang (Near Hoi An post office)
Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
Know before you go:
– This is a light to moderate activity tour that involves outdoor physical movement. Participants should be comfortable riding a bicycle for 25 kilometers on village roads. Basic cycling skills are required.
– Depending on the timing, the food list may have slight changes.
– The tour operates in most weather conditions — dress appropriately, wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. In case of heavy rain or unsafe weather, the itinerary may be adjusted for safety.
– In case of bad weather, the tour cannot take place, you will be rescheduled to another date or given a full refund.
Price: 950.000 VND/pax (37$)