It’s actually more fun than Da Nang! A complete guide to the 8 great handcrafted experiences in Hoi An Ancient Town, Vietnam

Generally speaking, Vietnam's climate is mainly "humid" and "hot". When is the best time to come to Hoi An? The editor recommends that you stay simple and luxurious. The best time to Travel to Hoi An is from March to September. This is the best time to come. Also, pay special attention to the peak of the rainy season, from September to November. The rainfall during this period is It’s a bit big, so you still have to consider the itinerary carefully so as not to affect your good mood for Traveling! When you come to Hoi An, this charming and unique town, how can you not experience the local cultural activities? This time, I’d like to introduce to you the beautiful, romantic and retro Hoi An Ancient Town in Central Vietnam. In addition to visiting the attractions in Hoi An, Vietnam, there are 8 handmade experiences that you absolutely cannot miss when you come to Hoi An Ancient Town!



[Stop 1: Exclusive Ao Dai Customization]

Experience the most authentic Vietnamese traditional costumes. In Vietnam, both men and women have an Ao Dai that suits them best. In the hot weather in Vietnam, wearing the Ao Dai fabric will not make you feel stuffy. Here we will introduce everything from fabric selection to style design. , it’s all up to you.



You can freely choose the neckline style (higher neckline, strong coverage, etc.), the design of the waistband (zipper or elastic), and finally measure the size of the whole body. The tailoring will be completed within 24 hours, and you can get it the next day. After some fine-tuning and confirmation on site, you can finally take away your exclusive Aodai, which you must buy in Hoi An Ancient Town.




[Stop 2: Handmade Chocolate Experience]

When you come to the ancient town of Hoi An in Vietnam, the birthplace of cocoa fruit, of course you have to take away the local chocolate as a souvenir!



At the famous Alluvia chocolate shop in Hoi An Ancient Town, you will experience making chocolate cakes from scratch, and the best part is that you can take them home! During the experience, you can not only learn about the history of cocoa beans in Vietnam, but also personally select cocoa beans, learn about the roasting process, how to grind, etc.; starting from the cocoa beans, we will take you to understand chocolate step by step. ! The most exciting thing is that you can also add various spices and dried fruits according to your preferences (I love hazelnuts the most!) Not only can you have chocolate bars, you can also make sandwich versions of chocolate! After the production is completed, you will be given exquisite packaging. It is absolutely sincere to take it home as a souvenir!



The chocolate making process is super interesting! The point is, he's delicious! The editor sincerely recommends that if you are a chocolate lover, you must come and experience it! It’s delicious, fun, and you can take home the handmade goods with full sincerity. How can you miss it!

[Stop 3: Handmade leather goods experience]

If you are a leather lover, you definitely can't miss this experience! Leather goods making is one of the oldest arts and crafts of mankind; this experience is definitely a favorite for leather lovers! The on-site experience teacher will lead you to start the professional mode of leather making, leather cutting techniques, and everyone's favorite punching (knocking is really healing~), and then shape the leather into the shape you want to make. The exclusive souvenir will then enter the stitching stage; if you love leather products, the editor sincerely recommends that you must come and experience making leather products yourself! Finally, we will help you pack it into a beautiful little gift, which you can take home. It is a very sincere gift!



There are so many styles of leather goods, from leather selection, cutting to stitching; warm little gifts for family and friends, making them yourself is the most sincere souvenir! (credit: Anton K Leather Workshop Experience in Hoi An)

[Stop 4: Private Hoi An Cooking Class]

When you come to Hoi An, this local town full of ancient flavor, how can you not try some delicious food? From street food to traditional Vietnamese cuisine, now is your chance to cook a table of authentic Hoi An delicacies yourself and eat them while you cook! Starting from visiting the traditional market, your guide will take you to learn about the most flavorful local ingredients and teach you step by step how to make authentic Vietnamese cuisine! During the course, the teacher will lead you to learn how to make delicious seafood pancakes, high-end noodles, Vietnamese spring rolls and other classic Vietnamese dishes! You can enjoy the fun of cooking and eating at the same time, and at the end we will give you the recipe so you can take it home and taste the unforgettable deliciousness at any time!



As a foodie, it’s a good idea to experience Vietnamese cuisine during your semi-self-guided Tour! You can also take the recipe home to recreate the classic Vietnamese flavor!

[Stop 5: Fishing in Hoi An Fishing Village]



Have you ever imagined yourself as a sailor or a fisherman? This experience is something you will never forget! This time, we will experience the daily fishing life of the local fishing villagers in Hoi An Ancient Town. (Just thinking about it makes me excited~) Come to this fishing village filled with the smell of the ocean, take a boat to Hoi An’s classic attraction: Thu Bon River, and use Hoi An’s traditional bamboo net to fish!



Did you know? There is a special way of fishing in Hoi An. You need to climb up a bamboo platform in the water and step on it to pull up the fishing net. The fisherman will then catch the fish in the net! You’ve heard of it and seen it, but you’ve never experienced it, right? Feel the local customs and culture, eat the fish you just caught, and drink the cool beer. Life in Hoi An is so chill~



This is definitely a pleasant experience that allows you to experience the life of a fishing village! Feel the sea breeze and the joy of stepping on the fishing net. You must come to Hoi An and be a fisherman once in your life!

[Stop 6: Hoi An Handmade Lanterns]

Handmade lanterns are a must-make and must-buy when you come to Vietnam! Whether you are traveling independently or semi-independently, you must come and experience it!



Hoi An is the largest lantern production center in Vietnam, with a history of more than 400 years. It is a cultural heritage that integrates Vietnamese, Japanese and Chinese cultures. It was first introduced to Hoi An, Vietnam by the Japanese, but in fact, the lanterns were designed by the Japanese under the influence of Chinese lanterns. , popular for its beautiful appearance and symbol of good luck, and therefore the lantern has become the most representative symbol of Hoi An.



When you come to Hoi An, you must visit Lantern Street. What’s more, you can make your own lanterns! If you must bring a symbolic gift home, you can make your own handmade Hoi An lantern, which can be folded up and put in your luggage to take home! Definitely worth remembering!

[Stop 7: Hoi An Woodcarving Experience Class]

Hoi An is a place that will definitely inspire your artistic creativity! Experience the pure art of wood carving with talented carvers or locals in quiet villages far away from the city. Professional Vietnamese local craftsmen will guide you and teach you how to use chisels to carve artistic frames. This group of professional woodcarvers, each with unique skills, are world-renowned for their exquisite and ingenious wooden products and are known as "Woodart Vietnam". A woodcarving garden full of wonders awaits your visit! And take your masterpiece home as a unique souvenir!

[Stop 8: Hoi An Coffee Making Course Experience]



The most recommended tourist attractions in Vietnam! Vietnam is one of the major coffee producing countries. How can you not have a cup of authentic Vietnamese coffee when you come to Vietnam? Every cup of coffee brews an impressive culture and story; come to Hoi An to experience handmade Vietnamese coffee, and learn about the production process of Vietnamese coffee from crops to cups. The charming difference between coffee powder and other coffees in the world; and the super special "egg coffee" that you absolutely cannot miss! Not only can you learn how to make five different types of Vietnamese coffee in this experience class, you can also take the recipe away! You can make delicious Vietnamese-flavored coffee at home!