Hoi An is an amazing place to explore by yourself on bicycle or motorbike. You can of course do this as an organised tour, but for the cost of a bike hire (20,000 Dong - US$1), or motorbike hire (100,000 Dong - US$5) you can do it cheaply on your own. This is an itinerary you could follow in a day if you are short on time, or take your time and explore them one at a time like we did. There is nothing quite like cruising through Hoi An ancient town by bike. If you visit between 11.30am and 3pm you can drive right along the riverfront, past the historic buildings and over the bridges. From the old town you can head east towards Cua Dai and meander through the waterways and pathways around Cam Thanh. you will see traditional fishing villages and buffalo's working the fields. Visit Cua Dai beach and imagine how glorious it would have been before the sand eroded away. Now, Cua Dai beach is surrounded by huge empty resorts and the beach is lined with sand bags in an attempt to encourage the sand to return. Follow the main road 3 km north to stunning An Bang beach. Soft white sands and gentle/strong waves depending on the time of year you visit. Grab a drink at Soul Kitchen or a swim if it's hot, before heading on to Tra Que for a late lunch. From An Bang, head 2km back toward Hoi An, to Tra Que vegetable village. It is on the left just before the paddy fields begin. This is by far our favourite village in Hoi An. The lush greenery and gorgeous aroma of fresh herbs is intoxicating. We lunched many times at the waterwheel restaurant on the edge of the village. Be sure to try the Banh Xeo and papaya salad! Most people visit Tra Que on an organised tour and by all means do this if you only have a short time in Hoi An, but it is free to visit by yourself. This is a must on every travel itinerary in Hoi An! Head back towards Hoi An, either along the main road or criss cross through the paddy fields following your nose heading south west towards the river. Around 5km west of Hoi An along the river, you will find Tranh Ha pottery village. Here you can watch the locals making all sorts of pottery and have a go yourself (for a small donation). Hopefully in one day you have seen some of the best of the surrounding area! I hope you enjoy Hoi An as much as we did!
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Helen J
10/4/2017 03:54:44 pm
Great hints for our visit on your Hoi An page thanks! Really enjoying reading your blog xx
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Nikki
19/4/2017 07:04:23 am
Love the type of education A9 and G7 are getting. Happy travels team xx
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