Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel at 5:00 AM. Board a traditional boat and cruise along the Thu Bon River. As the town slowly wakes up, experience a completely different atmosphere. Watch local fishermen pulling in their nets while fishing boats return from the sea after a night’s work.
After approximately 25 minutes on the river, arrive near Cua Dai Beach, one of the best places to watch the sunrise. As the first golden rays light up the sky, take photos, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and create memories you’ll never forget.
After sunrise, cycling towards a bustling local market. The route takes you through lush green rice paddies, where you’ll experience the beauty of rural Vietnam in the quiet hours of the morning. After about 10 minutes, arrive at the market, where local life is already in full swing.
Here, your guide will introduce you to a variety of fresh vegetables, herbs, tropical fruits, and seafood. Learn a few local tips on how to choose the freshest fish—just like the locals do. Then, enjoy a delicious bowl of Mi Quang or Cao Lau, two of Hoi An’s most iconic noodle dishes and favorites among local residents.
Next, slow down with a traditional Vietnamese coffee at a local café. Like many locals, sip your coffee slowly while enjoying a cup of green tea and watching everyday life unfold around you. It’s a small ritual that perfectly captures the relaxed pace of Vietnamese mornings.
Then, ride through rice fields and quiet country roads—where you may even spot water buffalo grazing—and arrive at the famous Tra Que Vegetable Village, one of Hoi An’s most beloved destinations. Stroll through the organic gardens while learning about the wide variety of herbs and vegetables grown here using traditional farming methods.
Meet local farmers and watch them tending their gardens just as generations before them have done. To complete the experience, enjoy two local specialties: Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese crispy pancake) and Tam Huu Spring Rolls, a unique dish that has become a signature of Tra Que Village.
After a short rest, enjoy a relaxing ride back to your hotel. As the city becomes busier, return with unforgettable memories and a much deeper understanding of local life.
Includes: Hotel pickup, River cruise on a traditional boat, Bicycle ride, Visit to local market, Traditional Vietnamese breakfast, Vietnamese coffee, Visit to Tra Que Vegetable Village, Local specialties tasting
Not suitable for:
– Children under 5 years
– Pregnant women
– People who can’t ride a bike
– People over 220 lbs (100 kg)
– People over 95 years
What to bring: Hat, Camera, Sunscreen, Water, Comfortable clothes
Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
Know before you go:
– Tour starts early at 5:00 a.m.
– Not suitable for those who can’t ride a bike.
– Weather dependent — cancellation notice at least 24 hours in advance with full refund.
Price: 1.300.000 vnd/pax (50$)