HOI AN Bamboo Boat, Coconut Forest, Vegetable Farm PRIVATE TOUR

Relaxing ride along the river in an unique round basket boat

Taking photo with a local man & his buffalo

Duration4h - 5h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Enjoy a half-day cycling tour through the peaceful countryside of Hoi An, away from the busy old town. This easy ride takes you along quiet village roads, rice paddies, and riverside paths, offering a closer look at local life.

After hotel pick-up and a short bike briefing, start cycling through local neighborhoods and farmland. Visit a local family business to see how Cao Lau noodles, Hoi An’s signature dish, are made. Continue riding through rice fields to Tra Que Vegetable Village, where you’ll experience daily farm activities such as preparing soil, planting vegetables, and watering crops using traditional methods.

Along the way, meet friendly water buffaloes and cycle under coconut trees toward a fishing village. Enjoy a relaxing ride in a traditional round bamboo basket boat and try catching river crabs for fun.

Finish the ride with a stop at a local coffee shop before ending the tour.(OPTIONAL MEAL)
The route is mostly flat, about 15 km, suitable for beginners and families.

Options

One-gear bike tour + With meal

PRIVATE TOUR: No other groups join in, travel at a flexible pace as you wish.
Duration: 5 hours: From pickup to drop off at any hotel in Hoi An.
Vietnamese meal included: Lunch or dinner with 5 tasty dishes in a nice restaurant before hotel drop off.
Scenic countryside roads: 16 km or 10 miles on flat terrain, all paved roads, plenty of trees and shades.
Good bikes & Good helmets: One-gear bicycles, no need to change gears, easy to ride on flat terrain. Children bikes available. Infant seats available.
Coffee stop to freshen up: Bottled water during the tour. All stops have clean washrooms.
Pickup included

Mountain bike tour - No meal

PRIVATE TOUR: No other group joins in, travel at a flexible pace as you wish.
Duration: 4 hours: From pickup to drop off at any hotel in Hoi An.
No meal: This option does not include a meal.
Scenic countryside roads: 16 km or 10 miles on flat terrain, all paved roads, plenty of trees and shades.
Mountain bikes & Good helmets: Multi-gear bicycles, easy to adjust speeds, easy to ride on flat terrain. Children bikes available. Infant seats available.
Coffee stop to freshen up: Bottled water during the tour. All stops have clean washrooms.
Pickup included

One-gear bike tour - No meal

PRIVATE TOUR: No other groups join in, travel at a flexible pace as you wish.
Duration: 4 hours: From pickup to drop off at any hotel in Hoi An.
No meal: This option does not include a meal.
Scenic countryside roads: 16 km or 10 miles on flat terrain, all paved roads, plenty of trees and shades.
Good bikes & Good helmets: One-gear bicycles, no need to change gears, easy to ride on flat terrain. Children bikes available. Infant seats available.
Coffee stop to freshen up: Bottled water during the tour. All stops have clean washrooms.
Pickup included

Mountain bike tour + Meal

PRIVATE TOUR: No other groups join in, travel at a flexible pace as you wish.
Duration: 5 hours: From pickup to drop off at any hotel in Hoi An.
Vietnamese meal included: Lunch or dinner with 5 tasty dishes in a nice restaurant before hotel drop off.
Scenic countryside roads: 16 km or 10 miles on flat terrain, all paved roads, plenty of trees and shades.
Mountain bikes & Good helmets: Multi-gear bicycles, easy to adjust speeds, easy to ride on flat terrain. Children bikes available. Infant seats available.
Coffee stop to freshen up: Bottled water during the tour. All stops have clean washrooms.
Pickup included

What's included

Bottled water during the tour. Light raincoat in case of rain
INCLUDED or EXCLUDED Vietnamese meal (Check different Prices & Duration when booking)
Good quality bikes & good helmets
Pickup & drop off at any hotel in Hoi An
English-speaking local guide. All tickets, entry fees & Donations at local homes

Other drinks & Personal expenses. Tip is optional but appreciated
Transfer from South Hoi An to HOI AN about 20 km/ 12 miles: 10-12-15 USD by a 4-7-16 seater/ ONE-WAY
Transfer from Da Nang to HOI AN about 30 km/ 18 miles: 12-15-20 USD by a 4-7-16 seater/ ONE-WAY

What to expect

10m · Admission ticket included

Free pickup and drop off at any hotel in Hoi An.

If you're not in Hoi An, please come to our office in Hoi An to start the tour, or we'll help you find a private car transfer with a small surcharge.

Safety first, you'll spend a few minutes to learn the traffic rules in Vietnam, try on helmets and get familiar with riding your bike.
Hoi An
30m

Cao Lau Noodles Stop
Cao Lau is a traditional noodle dish found only in Hoi An. The noodles are thicker and chewier than regular noodles, made using water from ancient local wells and lye from regional wood ash. At this local family home, you’ll see how Cao Lau noodles are handmade using traditional methods passed down through generations, making this dish a true symbol of Hoi An’s culinary heritage.
Tra Que Vegetable Village
40m · Admission ticket included

Farming Experience In Tra Que Vegetable Farm:
We'll start the tour with a short bike ride on quiet country roads, about 3 km. Then we'll take a short walk in Tra Que vegetable farm. Talk to friendly locals working in their gardens. Smell amazing herbs and take pictures of beautiful veggie field. Meet a local farmer, help him work the soil, plant baby veggies and water the plants with water buckets on your shoulders.
Cam An
20m

Coconut Groves & Water Buffaloes
Cycle along scenic paths lined with beautiful coconut trees, a peaceful highlight of the countryside. Along the way, you’ll meet friendly water buffaloes, a symbol of rural Vietnam. Guests can take photos, interact with them, and may even try riding a water buffalo. Please let us know in advance if you wish to do so, as prior arrangement is required.
Cam Thanh
40m

Unique Experience on the round basket boat

After riding a bike through beautiful rural villages and endless rice paddies, you will reach a fishing village. The local people here have been using the round-basket boat to catch fish for years. But as a tourist, you can join to take a fun ride on the round basket boat to catch some small crabs in the green water coconut forest.
Cam Chau
20m

Local Coffee Stop
Take a break at a cozy local coffee spot popular with nearby villagers. Enjoy a freshly made Vietnamese coffee or cold drink in a relaxed, friendly setting, where you can sit, chat, and experience everyday local life away from tourist areas.
Hoi An
50m

Optional Vietnamese Meal
After leaving the fishing village, enjoy an easy 15-minute ride through quiet villages to a pleasant local restaurant. Lunch or dinner is optional and depends on the option you choose when booking. The meal includes five traditional Vietnamese dishes.

The tour normally ends at the starting point. If you are staying in Hoi An, the tour can also finish at your hotel or at our local office, depending on your preference.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

If your hotel is in DA NANG or SOUTH HOI AN (about 20 to 30 km = 12 to 18 miles to Hoi An old town): Please come to Local Buddy Tours office to start the tour. Or we can help you book a private transfer, extra cost for ONE-WAY TRANSFER is 15-20-25 USD for a 4-7-16 seater.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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