Discover Vietnam Through Local Eyes
My Son Sanctuary & Thu Bon River Cruise – Private Tour from Hoi An
Cham Culture • Hoi An Countryside • Thu Bon River
Discover the ancient Champa Kingdom and the peaceful countryside of Hoi An on a private journey combining My Son Sanctuary with a Thu Bon River cruise. Explore the UNESCO-listed Cham temples with your local guide, experience a traditional Cham Apsara dance and enjoy a local Central Vietnamese lunch before slowing down with a wooden boat journey along the Thu Bon River. Along the way, see fishing villages, rural landscapes and everyday life along one of Central Vietnam's most important waterways.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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🚗 Private Hotel Pickup in Hoi An – Travel comfortably through the countryside with your own local guide and private transportation.
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🏛️ My Son Sanctuary – Explore the UNESCO-listed Cham temple complex and discover the history, architecture and religious traditions of the Champa Kingdom.
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💃 Traditional Cham Apsara Dance – Experience a cultural performance inspired by the traditions of the Cham people.
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🍜 Local Quang Noodles Lunch – Enjoy one of Central Vietnam's best-known regional dishes at a local restaurant.
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🚤 Thu Bon River Cruise – Slow down with a 45-minute wooden boat journey through fishing communities and peaceful countryside on the way back toward Hoi An.
Itinerary
Duration: 8:00AM - 3:00PM
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8:00 AM – Hotel Pickup in Hoi An
Meet your local guide at your hotel and begin the journey to My Son Sanctuary by private air-conditioned vehicle. -
Hoi An Countryside
Travel through peaceful villages, rice fields and rural landscapes while discovering everyday life outside the ancient town. -
Traditional Cham Apsara Dance
Watch a traditional Cham cultural performance and learn about the music and dance traditions of the Cham people. -
Explore My Son Sanctuary
Take the electric shuttle into the archaeological area and explore the ancient red-brick Hindu temples of My Son. Your guide will introduce the history of the Champa Kingdom, Cham religious traditions, temple architecture and the building techniques used centuries ago. -
Local Quang Noodles Lunch
Enjoy Mi Quang, a Central Vietnamese specialty served with noodles, herbs and a flavorful broth at a local restaurant. -
Thu Bon River Cruise – Approximately 45 Minutes
Board a traditional wooden boat and cruise along the Thu Bon River toward Hoi An. Pass fishing communities and peaceful riverbanks while observing everyday life along the water. -
Around 3:00 PM – Return to Hoi An
Finish the journey near Hoi An Ancient Town or return to your hotel.
TOUR OPTIONS
CAR TOUR
from 150 USD | 2 pax
(Additional guest: +$40 USD/person)
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
✔ English-speaking local guide
✔ Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
✔ My Son Sanctuary entrance ticket
✔ Electric shuttle at My Son Sanctuary
✔ 45-minute private Thu Bon River boat cruise
✔ Local Quang Noodles lunch
✔ Bottled water / cold drinks
✔ All applicable taxes