01 Hội An
Light by hand
A lantern-making workshop and the glowing lanes after dusk.
A lantern-making workshop and the glowing lanes after dusk.
The atlas · 2 days
Hội An Lanterns
Two days of light, craft and lotus tea
2days / 1 nights
1regions
$240from / person
≤10small group
All yearbest season
Hội An
Follow the lantern ↓
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02 Hội An
Slow morning
Market breakfast and lotus tea before you go.
Market breakfast and lotus tea before you go.
The journey
The town that gave us our name — where lanterns are still made by hand and the river glows at night.
- Duration
- 2 days · 1 nights
- Pace
- Easy
- Best season
- All year
- From
- $240 pp
Highlights
- A hands-on lantern-making session
- Lotus tea by the river
- The old town after dark
- A local market breakfast
What's included
- Hand-picked stays & community homestays
- Private English-speaking guide
- All transport & domestic transfers
- Most meals, with real local kitchens
- Community visits & artisan sessions
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses & tips
Good to know
- Confirmation within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Private departure — your group only, never pooled with strangers
- Most travellers can take part; tell us about any access needs and we adapt the route
- Infant and child seats available on request
- Service animals welcome
- Comprehensive travel insurance required
Before you go
Vietnam visa
Depending on your nationality and length of stay you may need a visa in advance — most travellers use the official e-visa. We'll send clear, up-to-date guidance for your passport once you book.
Best time to travel
The north is loveliest in spring (Mar–Apr) and autumn (Sep–Nov); winters on the high plateaus are cold and atmospheric. We time each departure to the season — and can shift it to suit you.
What to pack
Light, breathable layers, a warm mid-layer for the highlands, broken-in walking shoes and a light rain shell. We send a tailored packing list for your exact route and dates.
Local customs
Dress modestly at temples and family homes (shoulders and knees covered), remove your shoes when you see a pile at the door, and bargain gently and with a smile at the markets.
From the road
Moments from recent departures.
Traveller reviews
5.0 ★★★★★ · 1 review“Making our own lanterns was the highlight for the kids and us.”
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Booking & cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 45 days before departure — full refund of your deposit.
- 44–30 days before departure: deposit retained.
- 29–15 days before departure: 50% of the trip cost.
- 14 days or fewer before departure: 100% of the trip cost.
- Dates can usually be moved once, free of charge, more than 30 days out.