Kim Bong village cycling tour
Kim Bong village showcases
craft items and the painstaking process with which they
are produced, using specialist tools and techniques
passed down since the 15th century when Hoi An
flourished as a major sea port. The craftsmen here made
a vital contribution to the recent restoration of the
Hoi An’s and Hue’s historic buildings. Moreover you will
have the possibility to visit the shipbuilding area
where wooden fishing vessels are built using traditional
techniques.
Itinerary:
Our tour
guide will pick you up at the Bach Dang port for 15
minutes boarding on the Thu Bon River to Kim Bong
Village. The tour will start with an introduction walk
during which the guide will explain the story of Kim
Bong Village. Throughout the walk you will have the
possibility to admire the shipbuilding area where wooden
fishing vessels are built using traditional techniques.
You will also make a stop in the carpentry workshop
where carpenters create hand crafted furniture and
sculptures as well as a range of souvenirs. Afterwards
you will hop on your bicycle for a 1.30 to 2 hours tour
within inner and outer Kim Bong where you will explore
today’s sprawling and peaceful rural village life and
contemplate several temples, old houses and the famous
Kim Buu pagoda, mats weaving & coracle boats, old bamboo
bridge. During the trail, you will enjoy refreshments at
villagers’ homes and enjoy the snack with local foods
there. Have a lunch at local home’s villager. Back to
the hotel about 14h00.
Quotation
(US$/person)
|
Size of group |
1 pax |
2 pax |
3-4 pax |
5-9 pax |
10-14 pax |
|
Price |
50 |
32 |
25 |
19 |
16 |
Includes:
- English
or French speaking guides. Other languages are available
upon request.
- Admission fees for all sightseeing places.
- Boat
trip, bicycle.
- Lunch.
Excludes:
- Personal
expenses.
- Drinks.
- Tip.
Note: Private car
transfer is required for outside center hotels: Group
1-2 pax: total 5 usd; Group over 3 pax: 2 usd/ 1 pax.
Other tours in Hoi An:
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