From Silk to Shine Hoi An Foldable Lantern Making Class

Hoi An, Vietnam
Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Colorful lanterns are an iconic symbol of Hoi An, believed by locals to bring good fortune, happiness, and prosperity. In this hands-on workshop, create your very own lantern — a meaningful keepsake to take home. Choose from a beautiful selection of silk fabrics and, with step-by-step guidance from your instructor, build your own bamboo frame and craft a foldable lantern that fits easily into your luggage. During the class, enjoy a relaxing Vietnamese tea tasting and discover the unique flavors of local tea culture.

Highlights:

1. Craft your own foldable silk lantern with expert guidance

2. Select from a variety of vibrant silk colors and styles

3. Choose a morning or afternoon session to suit your schedule

4. Enjoy a Vietnamese tea tasting experience

What's included

  • Your Foldable Lantern
  • Water
  • A special Lantern made from your instructor
  • Instructor and english speaking guide
  • Traditional Herbal Tea
  • All expenses not mentioned above

What to expect

Make your own way to the artisan’s workshop in Hoi An’s Cam Pho district in time for your morning or afternoon lantern-making class.

You’ll be greeted by your host, a master lantern-maker, and offered some traditional herbal tea as you learn about the history and cultural traditions of Vietnamese silk lanterns.

Next, it’s time to get hands-on as you learn the ancient art of lantern-making. Choose a lotus, diamond, sunrise, or sunset shape for your lantern, then learn how to assemble the 12 bamboo stakes and attach wire thread to create the desired shape.

Finally, insert the bamboo stakes into a lantern hanger, then stretch your chosen silks around the lantern and add your choice of tassel to complete your lantern.At the end of the class, take home your handmade lantern as a souvenir. Locals believe that hanging them in front of their house brings luck, happiness, and wealth.

  1. Hoi An

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are at 507 Hai Ba Trung St, next to VietcomBank. There are lots of lantern outside.

End point

We are at 507 Hai Ba Trung St, next to VietcomBank. There are lots of lantern outside.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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