Join this Hoi An My Son Tour to experience two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one unforgettable day!
Explore My Son Sanctuary, the ancient spiritual center of the Champa Kingdom, where you’ll uncover fascinating stories, mysterious temple ruins, and unique brick architecture that still puzzles experts today. If time permits, enjoy a traditional Champa dance performance.
Then head to Hoi An Ancient Town for a relaxed walking tour through historic streets, visiting landmarks such as the Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient houses, assembly halls, and a local family home. Along the way, gain deeper insights into the culture, history, and everyday life.
Note: Depending on the tour season and weather conditions, we’ll tour Hoi An first before My Son and vice versa.
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Tour Highlights
- Visit My Son Sanctuary and Hoi An Ancient Town in 1 day
- Learn about the Champa Kingdom at My Son Museum
- Discover the mysteries behind Champa temple architecture
- Explore 2 UNESCO sites with a knowledgeable local guide
- Visit all Hoi An’s iconic landmarks
- Experience local life through a family house visit
- Small-group experience with deeper cultural insights
Tour Inclusion
- An English-speaking local guide
- An A/C van and driver
- Entrance tickets to Hoi An ancient town and My Son Sanctuary
- A simple meal (banh my or My Quang) between 2 stops
- My Son Museum visit
- Buggy transfer at My Son
- Water bottles
Tour Itinerary
Stop 1: Journey into the Ancient Champa Kingdom
- Leave Hoi An and travel through the peaceful countryside to My Son Sanctuary.
- Visit the on-site museum to gain a deeper understanding of the rise and fall of the Champa Kingdom, its religion, culture, and remarkable influence on Central Vietnam.
Stop 2: Explore the Mysteries of My Son Sanctuary
- Explore the temple complex and learn about:
- The unique Champa brick-building techniques are still not fully understood today
- The spiritual significance of the temple complex
- Hindu influences and the worship of Shiva
- War damage, restoration efforts, and hidden architectural details often missed by visitors
Stop 3: Traditional Champa Dance Performance (Subject to Schedule)
- If timing allows, enjoy a traditional Champa cultural performance featuring graceful dances, traditional Cham music, and costumes.
Stop 4: Explore Hoi An Ancient Town
- Discover the cultural heart of Hoi An Ancient Town as you visit the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, a historic ancient house, and a beautifully preserved Chinese Assembly Hall.
- Step inside a local family home to gain authentic insights into daily life, family traditions, and local delicacies.
Tour ends at Hoi An ancient town. Guests are free afterwards. Feel free to ask your local host for any recommendations on things to do and what to eat in Hoi An.
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Optional Activity
Hoi An Memory Show - from $23
Make your day even more memorable with the spectacular Hoi An Memories Show.
Set on a stunning outdoor stage, this world-class performance brings 400 years of Hoi An's history to life through music, dance, lighting effects, and breathtaking visual storytelling. It's the perfect way to deepen your understanding of the culture and heritage of Hoi An and My Son, which you've explored throughout the day.
Teh Dar Show - from $27
Looking for something artistic and uniquely Vietnamese? Don't miss the acclaimed Teh Dar Show at the Lune Center Hoi An.
Combining contemporary circus, bamboo acrobatics, live folk music, and theatrical storytelling, this captivating performance showcases the beauty of Vietnamese rural life creatively and unforgettably.
