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Antique Wells to French Facades: Self-Guided Hoi An Old Town Tour
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Hoi An
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Life unfolds in the narrow alleyways of Hội An’s Old Town. On this self-guided walking tour, Vietnam travel writer Joshua Zukas will peel back the layers of the ancient quarter’s multicultural history, spanning over 2,000 years.
Starting at an often-overlooked American Army Blockhouse, you’ll wander down atmospheric back lanes and streets bursting with heritage, offering a different perspective of the busy old town. You’ll learn how this UNESCO World Heritage site was shaped by seven cultures, from the ancient Champa civilization which was influenced by India, to the Polish architect who saved the town from neglect. You’ll hear how the city was shaped by Chinese merchants who built elaborat...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Army Blockhouses
This tour starts at Army Blockhouses, Sơn Phong, Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Hội quán Quảng Đông (Cantonese Assembly Hall)
Antique Wells to French Facades: Self-Guided Hoi An Old Town Tour
(1) Reviews
Hoi An
About
Life unfolds in the narrow alleyways of Hội An’s Old Town. On this self-guided walking tour, Vietnam travel writer Joshua Zukas will peel back the layers of the ancient quarter’s multicultural history, spanning over 2,000 years.
Starting at an often-overlooked American Army Blockhouse, you’ll wander down atmospheric back lanes and streets bursting with heritage, offering a different perspective of the busy old town. You’ll learn how this UNESCO World Heritage site was shaped by seven cultures, from the ancient Champa civilization which was influenced by India, to the Polish architect who saved the town from neglect. You’ll hear how the city was shaped by Chinese merchants who built elaborat...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Army Blockhouses
This tour starts at Army Blockhouses, Sơn Phong, Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Hội quán Quảng Đông (Cantonese Assembly Hall)
Itinerary
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Chaozhou Hall (Trieu Chau)
You'll catch a glimpse of the Trieu Chau Assembly Hall, with its fascinating history, but please remember that admission to the hall is not included in this tour.
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Hoi An Market
We'll also pass by the Hoi An Market, with its unique wares.
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Museum of Traditional Medicine
We'll also pass by the Museum of Traditional Medicine, with its quirky artifacts. However, entry to the museum itself is not included in this tour.
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Museum of Folklore
We'll also pass by the Museum of Folk Culture, with its rich history. However, entry to the museum itself is not included in this tour.
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Quan Thang Ancient House
We'll also pass by the Quan Thang Ancient House, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to the house itself is not included in this tour.
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Đình Ông Voi
We'll also pass by the Đình Ông Voi, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry is not included in this tour.
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Kwiatkowski Square
Passing by the Kwiatkowski Square, with its fascinating links to the city.
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Chùa Cầu
Passing by the The Japanese Bridge, you'll witness another architectural gem of Hoi An.
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Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel
Passing by the Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel, with its deep links to the past. Please note that entry to the chapel is not included in this tour.
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Cantonese Assembly Hall
We'll also pass by the Cantonese Assembly Hall, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to the Hall itself is not included in this tour.
