HOI AN
The best of Hoi An, day and night.
The 15 most popular food tours in Hoi An, with prices, run times and who you book with. The ones worth planning a day around, and what each is actually like once you turn up.
Early morning My Son Sanctuary visit with a small-group guide, Vietnamese coffee, and Champa brunch with vegan options—plus calmer photos.
Most Popular“our guide Eric was knowledgeable, sincere, and efficient. He worked with the group's special requests and kept things moving without being pushy. Very interesting site but it did run about an hour longer than specified.”
A small-group Hoi An evening food walk with White Rose dumplings, cao lau, a lantern boat ride, and folk bingo, plus lots of local tips.
“I really enjoyed this tour. You get to learn a lot about the old city of Hoi An, we even got to learn about the Chinese influence in the area. I enjoyed the bingo game at the end. I won a lantern. Our tour guide was very kind and explained so much about the culture…”
Early-morning My Son temples from Hoi An with air-con transport, guided history, and a Champa breakfast plus coffee.
“We had a fabulous trip with the lovely Lind to my son sanctuary she kept us cheerful despite the rain. Well worth a visit if you get a chance”
Ride a Vietnam War-era jeep through Hoi An’s countryside, meet farm families, try crafts, and eat an authentic meal on a 3–5 hour tour.
“There were many good things about the tour however the guide l was with in the jeep couldn’t speak English so the interaction to ask questions from driving from one spot to another was nonexistent It would of been ideal to have an esky with them with water in it like other tours and l…”
Vintage Vespa tour from Hoi An: scenic rice fields, craft stops with locals, and a homemade meal, all in 3–5 hours.
“I was on the back of a moped with Phi Phi the most competent of drivers , along with great English . I thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon . Hooked up with a fabulous group of Aussie’s so we had many laughs !! Along with the delicious food the matt weaving & rice paper deRead more”
A 2.5-hour sunset walk through Hoi An’s back alleys for banh mi, cao lau, BBQ pork, sweets, and a local beer or coffee.
“Bong took us on a delicious adventure through Hoi An, walking through alleys and places I wouldn't have thought to look for food. Bong was very informative and friendly and the food was very yummy.”
3pm Hoi An street food walking tour with guide-led tastings, drink and dinner at local spots you would miss on your own. Small groups.
“Great Tour. Jackie was an awesome tour guide. The food had variety and was soo tasty. Very well organized. Definitely a must when you are in Hoi An.”
A small-group Hoi An evening street-food walk with Billy’s guides, tastings, and stories behind dishes like cao lau and bánh bèo.
“My father, son and I ate so much great Hoi An traditional food, met a handful of other interesting people and learned some interesting fact during this tour. Our guide, Tam, was very knowledgeable, friendly and spoke great English!”
Hoi An hidden food adventure: a 3-hour walk for 6–7 local dishes, family homes, backroads, and Chùa Cầu finish. Veg options.
“We loved our food tour with Tham! We went to so many amazing places and ate delicious food from local places we would have otherwise missed. Would highly recommend!!”
Hoi An night street-food tour with a small-group guide. Try banh mi, dumplings, coffee, beer, and more from ancient town.
“A great experience. Jun was so lovely and full of knowledge. She took us to local restaurants we wouldn’t normally try. Definitely recommend.”
Early My Son sanctuary visits with Cham performance and Champa meals, led by local English-speaking guides from Hoi An. Great value.
“What a wonderful, friendly, and informative guide!! Lam truly made our experience. The pickup was easy and the tour was very interesting.”
A 4-hour guided walk in Hoi An’s Ancient Town and Night Market with street-food tastings and dinner, timed for lantern season.
“I just arrived in Da Nang yesterday and today I'm exploring Hoi An. It’s truly amazing, and I feel great here! The atmosphere, the food, and the people are fantastic. I also attended a show here, and it was incredible. Such a meaningful experience!”
Ride a Vespa through Hoi An and eat five local favorites with English guidance, hotel pickup, helmets, and rain ponchos for $39.
“Great tour of back street Hoi An. Felt very safe on the back of the safely driven Vespas. Ting was great fun and very smiley.. Quang very knowledgeable.”
Cycle Hoi An at twilight on a small-group food tour with organic-farm stops, banh xeo, BBQ, and a riverfront dinner included.
“Wonderful experience! Khanh and the owner of the bicycle shop(I forgot his name) accompanied us! They were both fantastic. The ride was gorgeous and a bit exciting at times bc the city streets are chaotic! The scenery was gorgeous aRead more”
Hoi An lantern making, basket boat ride, crab fishing, and a home-cooked meal with pickup. Small group, about 5 hours.
“The lantern making experience was fantastic! Instructor was patient and clear in her explanation. The basket boat experience was fantastic! The boatman spins the basket boat for me. It was thrilling. The boatman helped me to catch 3 Read more”
From the lantern-lit old town to the basket boats, the cooking classes and the day trips up the coast, every way to spend your time in Hoi An.
