HOI AN EVENING FOOD SAFARI & LANTERN BOAT RIDE

05:00 PM: Meet & Greet in the Old Town

• The expert local food guide will meet you at a designated central point in Hoi An Ancient Town (or directly at your hotel if it is located within the walking district). Begin the evening stroll as the historic yellow-walled buildings glow in the late afternoon sun.

05:30 PM: The White Rose & Crispy Wontons

• The first culinary stop introduces you to a dish exclusive to this town: White Rose Dumplings (Banh Bao Banh Vac). These delicate, translucent rice dough parcels are filled with spiced minced shrimp or pork. Pair them with deliciously crispy Fried Wontons topped with a sweet and sour salsa.

06:15 PM: The Legendary Vietnamese Baguette

• Walk through the bustling streets to reach one of Hoi An’s most famous bakeries. Sink your teeth into the ultimate Banh Mi—a crispy, airy baguette stuffed with a symphony of savory cold cuts, grilled pork, fresh herbs, and secret homemade sauces that gained global fame from chefs like Anthony Bourdain.

07:00 PM: The Soul of Hoi An: Cao Lau

• The culinary journey peaks with a steaming bowl of Cao Lau. This legendary noodle dish features thick, chewy rice noodles (traditionally made using water from an ancient local well), topped with tender slices of roasted pork, fresh greens, and crispy square croutons, all brought together by a rich, dark broth.

07:45 PM: Mot Herbal Tea & Lantern Boat Ride

• Cleanse your palate with a refreshing cup of Mot Tea (an iconic, fragrant herbal drink made from lemongrass, ginger, and lotus petals).

• Step aboard a traditional wooden boat on the Hoai River. Gently cruise along the water, surrounded by the magical reflections of colorful lanterns. You will be given a paper flower lantern to light and release onto the river, a beautiful local tradition to wish for peace and luck.

08:30 PM: Night Market & Sweet Ending

• Conclude the evening with a walk through the vibrant Hoi An Night Market. Enjoy a traditional dessert of Che (Vietnamese sweet soup) or a sweet mango cake.

09:00 PM: Tour Concludes

• The guide will provide excellent restaurant recommendations for the rest of your vacation before walking you back to your hotel or leaving you to enjoy the nightlife.

05:00 PM (Daily)

Duration: Half Day (Approx. 4 Hours)

Departure Time: 05:00 PM (Daily)

Route: Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Streets – Hoai River

Style: Premium Street Food, Cultural Walking Tour & Private Experience