HOI AN PHOTO & CULTURE ESCAPE

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   DAY 1 | ARRIVAL IN HOI AN – OLD TOWN PHOTO WALK

   

   Arrive at Da Nang International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. Complete check-in and take some time to relax.
   In the late afternoon, begin a slow walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, covering the most photogenic locations without rushing.
   Photo & Sightseeing Stops
   Hoi An Yellow Walls – classic Hoi An street photography
   Fujian Assembly Hall – beautiful traditional architecture
   Japanese Covered Bridge – one of Hoi An's signature landmarks
   Hoi An Lantern Shop – colourful lanterns and traditional streets
   Ba Mu Temple Gate – one of the most popular architectural photo spots
   Thu Bon River – sunset and riverside photography
   Evening
   Enjoy free time around the Ancient Town. Explore the lantern-lit streets and local market at your own pace.
   Cafe Break: Faifo Coffee – rooftop views over Hoi An's yellow rooftops.
   Overnight: Hoi An

2. 2

   DAY 2 | CAM THANH COCONUT FOREST – VILLAGE LIFE – LANTERN BOAT

   

   After breakfast, depart for Cam Thanh Coconut Forest.
   Enjoy a traditional basket boat ride through the coconut waterways and experience the peaceful countryside.
   Photography Stop
   Cam Thanh Village – capture rural landscapes, coconut palms, local boats and traditional village life.
   Return to the hotel after the activity and enjoy some free time.
   Evening | Lantern Boat Experience
   Around sunset, head towards the Thu Bon River for your lantern boat experience.
   Enjoy a relaxing boat ride from sunset into the evening while the lanterns of Hoi An begin illuminating the river.
   Photo Stop
   Thu Bon River – perfect for sunset, lantern and riverside photographs.
   Cafe Break: Moments Hoi An – rooftop coffee and Old Town views.
   Overnight: Hoi An

3. 3

   DAY 3 | VIETNAMESE COOKING CLASS – TAILOR EXPERIENCE – OLD TOWN

   

   Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
   Morning | Vietnamese Cooking Class
   Take part in a Vietnamese cooking class and learn how to prepare traditional local dishes. Enjoy the meal you've prepared during the experience.
   After the class, return to the hotel and relax.

   Afternoon | Tailor-Made Clothing
   Visit a local tailor and select your preferred fabrics and designs for custom-made clothing.
   This is kept in the afternoon so passengers have enough time for measurements and design selection without rushing.
   Tailor-made clothes: Personal expense.

   Evening
   Free time to explore Hoi An independently.
   If required, passengers can revisit their tailor for a fitting.
   Cafe Break: MỘT Hội An – a nice stop for Vietnamese drinks and photography.
   Overnight: Hoi An

4. 4

   DAY 4 | COFFEE CLASS – RICE FIELD CYCLING – AN BANG BEACH

   

   Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
   Morning | Vietnamese Coffee-Making Class

   Learn about Vietnam's famous coffee culture and prepare traditional Vietnamese coffee.
   After the class, begin a relaxed countryside cycling experience.
   Cycling Route
   Cycle through the peaceful countryside and rice fields around Hoi An, passing:
   Rice paddies
   Vegetable gardens
   Local homes
   Small village roads
   Countryside landscapes
   The route should be kept leisurely with plenty of opportunities for photographs.
   Afternoon | An Bang Beach
   Continue towards An Bang Beach and spend the afternoon relaxing by the sea.
   Enjoy:
   Beach time
   Swimming
   Seaside lunch
   Relaxation
   Sunset photography

   Cafe/Beach Break: Soul Kitchen or a nearby beachfront café.
   Return to Hoi An in the evening.
   Overnight: Hoi An

5. 5

   DAY 5 | MY SON SANCTUARY – RELAXED EVENING

   

   Enjoy an early breakfast and depart for My Son Sanctuary.
   Explore the ancient Champa temple complex with a local guide and learn about its history and architecture.
   Afternoon
   Return to Hoi An after sightseeing.
   The rest of the afternoon is intentionally kept free for relaxation.
   Passengers can:
   Rest at the hotel
   Enjoy the swimming pool
   Visit a spa
   Collect tailor-made clothes
   Explore nearby cafés
   Shop for souvenirs
   Evening
   Enjoy a relaxed evening around Hoi An Ancient Town.
   Cafe Break: Return to Faifo Coffee or explore another café of choice.
   Overnight: Hoi An

6. 6

   DAY 6 | FREE LEISURE – PHOTO REVISIT – SHOPPING & CAFÉS

   

   This day is deliberately kept light and flexible so passengers don't feel exhausted after the previous sightseeing days.
   Morning
   Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and free morning at the hotel.
   Later, explore the Old Town at your own pace.
   Passengers can revisit their favourite photography locations or complete any shopping.
   Optional Photo Stops
   If passengers missed any locations earlier in the trip, they can comfortably cover:
   Hoi An Yellow Walls
   Lantern Shops
   Ba Mu Temple Gate
   Japanese Covered Bridge
   Thu Bon River
   Café Experience
   Enjoy a relaxed café-hopping afternoon.
   Recommended stops:
   Moments Hoi An
   Faifo Coffee
   MỘT Hội An
   Spend the evening enjoying Hoi An's illuminated streets and lantern atmosphere.
   Overnight: Hoi An

7. 7

   DAY 7 | HOI AN – DEPARTURE

   

   Enjoy breakfast and complete check-out.`
   Depending on the flight timing, enjoy some final free time for:
   Coffee
   Shopping
   Souvenirs
   Relaxing around the hotel
   Transfer to Da Nang International Airport for your onward journey.

Where you'll stay

River Suites Hoi An Hotel

Nguyen Du · 4 Star Hotel

6 Nights