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Explore the countryside of Hoi An in one day

Discovering Hoi An Villages in 1 day is a must-do. Most of people love Hoi An, because they love the beauty of its ancient town, there is more to that. Hoi An is also famous for its countryside such as Tra Que Vegetable village, Cam Thanh Coconut village. This article will introduce to you some of the best activities you can do in the countryside of Hoi An in one day.

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Cycle to Tra Que vegetable village and get a hands-on experience with the local farmers.

Despite the numerous exciting attractions in Hoi An, Tra Que Vegetable Village remains a must-visit destination for nature-loving tourists who want to experience an authentic rural lifestyle. Spend a day exploring the lush greenery and enjoy the peaceful, rustic atmosphere of the countryside here!

One of the tourist attractions in Hoi An that is attracting many visitors, especially young people, is Tra Que Vegetable Village. Tra Que Vegetable Village is located in Tra Que Village, Cam Ha Commune, Hoi An, Quang Nam. The climate here is cool and pleasant year-round, making it ideal for recreational and exploratory activities.

According to the locals, Tra Que Vegetable Village in Hoi An was originally named Nhu Que and was known for growing aromatic vegetables like cinnamon plants. In the 18th century, a king from the Nguyen Dynasty passed by, and upon hearing about a strange vegetable with a spicy cinnamon-like taste and a pleasant scent like tea flowers, he renamed the village Tra Que.

Tra Que Vegetable Village in Hoi An still maintains the traditional method of organic vegetable cultivation from ancient times. To live up to the name given by the Nguyen Dynasty king, Tra Que Vegetable Village only grows herbs such as scallions, basil, perilla, and cilantro. The method of caring for the vegetables here is meticulous. The water used to irrigate the crops comes from clean underground sources and is fertilized with seaweed from the local lagoon. This is the secret to the village’s consistently lush and vibrant produce.

Local residents will guide you from A to Z, meticulously explaining how to till the soil, sow seeds, water the plants, and harvest the vegetables. Although you may feel a bit tired, by the end of the day, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of a farmer’s life and truly appreciate the simplicity and tranquility of rural village life.

Ride a buffalo

Buffalos take a very important role in Vietnam. In the past, the Vietnamese used buffalos to plough the rice fields. Today, with machinery, buffalos are less important, but culturally, the Vietnamese always consider them as a symbol of hardwork and resilience. 

Hoi An today still has lots of rice fields. Agriculture is still part of the town. We can find many of them on the way to the rice fields. To understand about the local life, you must ride a buffalo.

Take a basket boat ride

Basket boats were once a familiar means of transportation for the people in the past. They were used daily for fishing as a way to make a living. This rustic image has been passed down from the time of our ancestors, rowing basket boats while wearing traditional conical hats, whether heading out to sea or crossing rivers. Today, basket boats have become increasingly popular in Vietnamese tourism, especially in tours exploring the Bay Mau Coconut Forest in Hoi An.

After touring the ancient town, many visitors choose to visit the Bay Mau Coconut Forest to experience riding in basket boats, immersing themselves in nature, and admiring the scenery of the coconut forest winding through small canals and creeks. They can also take stunning photos amidst the lush, expansive greenery of the coconut trees, which seem to stretch endlessly.

Moreover, while exploring the coconut forest, visitors have the chance to enjoy impressive performances by skilled boatmen, featuring basket boat dances and traditional fishing net casting. These exciting displays, combined with the enthusiastic cheers from the crowd, bring vibrant energy to the entire forest.

Take a cooking class in Hoi An

The Cooking Class Tour in Hoi An offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore Vietnamese cuisine through engaging cooking lessons. Here, you will be guided by professional chefs, learning how to prepare traditional dishes while discovering the distinctive ingredients used. In addition to enhancing your cooking skills, the tour also helps you gain a deeper understanding of the rich culinary culture of this region. For those who love cooking or want to try their hand at Central Vietnam’s delicacies, this is truly an experience not to be missed.

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