Just across the Thu Bon River from Hoi An Ancient Town lies Cam Kim Island, a peaceful rural escape where traditional craftsmanship, lush waterways, and authentic village life remain beautifully preserved. The Hoi An – Cam Kim Island Workshops & Bike Tour offers an immersive half-day journey into Central Vietnam’s countryside, combining cycling, hands-on workshops, local encounters, and a scenic bamboo basket boat experience.
This tour is ideal for travellers who wish to step beyond the old town and experience everyday Vietnamese life at a relaxed pace. Ride through coconut groves, visit family-run workshops, learn traditional crafts, and enjoy a delicious home-style Vietnamese lunch surrounded by nature.
Minimum booking: 2 travellers
Tour requirement: At least 2 adults
Duration: Half Day (Morning Tour)
Route: Hoi An – Cam Kim Island – Hoi An
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Guided cycling tour through Cam Kim Island
Licensed, English-speaking local guide
Traditional handicraft workshops
Bamboo basket boat experience
Vietnamese coffee and lunch included
Bicycle and helmet provided
Scenic countryside and river landscapes
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Begin your morning with a bike ride from Hoi An Ancient Town, crossing by ferry to the tranquil Cam Kim Island. Explore traditional workshops including boat building, carpentry, rice paper making, and mat weaving. Enjoy a unique ride in bamboo basket boats along coconut waterways, visit a local preschool or temple, and finish with a traditional Vietnamese lunch before returning to Hoi An.
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point in Hoi An Old Town. After a short safety briefing, begin cycling toward Cam Kim Island, enjoying quiet village roads and riverside scenery.
Cross the river by ferry and enter Cam Kim Island, known for its skilled artisans and peaceful rural atmosphere. Cycle through coconut palms, rice fields, and small villages where time seems to slow down.
Visit a series of local family workshops, including:
Boat-building workshop – Learn how traditional wooden fishing boats are crafted by hand
Huynh Ri Carpentry Workshop – Discover woodworking techniques passed down through generations
Rice Paper Workshop – Watch and participate in making rice paper, a Central Vietnam specialty
Sleeping Mat Weaving Workshop – Learn how locals weave traditional mats using age-old methods
Enjoy a fun and memorable experience sailing in traditional bamboo basket boats along calm waterways. This unique activity offers a closer look at local river life and coconut forests.
Stop by a local preschool or, if schools are closed, visit a nearby temple to learn about community life and traditions on the island.
Sit down for a traditional Vietnamese lunch featuring local dishes prepared with fresh ingredients, offering an authentic taste of Central Vietnam.
Cycle back toward the ferry and return to Hoi An. Drop-off at your hotel in the city centre.
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Culture
Engage directly with local artisans and experience traditional Vietnamese craftsmanship first-hand.
Explore
Cycle through peaceful countryside, coconut groves, and riverside villages away from tourist crowds.
Food
Enjoy Vietnamese coffee and a traditional set-menu lunch featuring local specialities.
Nature
Experience calm waterways, green landscapes, and rural island life just minutes from Hoi An.
All timings are approximate. The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or local circumstances.
Comfortable walking or cycling shoes
Hat and sunglasses
Sunscreen
Light, breathable clothing
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Passport must be valid for at least 6 months
Medical travel insurance
Prices not valid during Christmas, New Year, Lunar New Year, and public holidays
Visa fees, personal expenses, and services not listed are excluded
Cancellations within 4 days of departure are charged 100%
Tipping is customary for guides (approx. USD 3–5 per person)
Tour operates in the morning
Duration: approximately 5 hours
Bicycle and helmet included
Lunch and coffee included
Pick-up & drop-off within Hoi An city centre
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