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'Life waits for no one; while you can, go out and experience it.' This is the motto of today's young generation, urging them to explore, understand, and cherish present values. Among the most beloved travel routes is Hoi An, with its ancient, serene, and captivating beauty. Here's a comprehensive guide to backpacking in Hoi An, offering the most complete experience for you.
Essential Tips for Backpacking in Hoi An
Explore the Beauty of Hoi An through the Lens of Backpackers (Photo: ST)
Best Time to Visit
Hoi An is bustling with tourists all year round due to its favorable climate.
- From February to April: The weather is pleasant for visiting Hoi An's ancient town, but not ideal for the beach. However, you can still go if you prefer.
- From May to September: This is the perfect time for backpacking in Hoi An, with comfortable and harmonious weather. Occasional light rain showers are brief and don't affect travel much. It's especially delightful for beach trips during this period.
- From October to December: It's the rainy season in Hoi An, so if you're backpacking by motorbike, you should consider it carefully. However, you'll have interesting experiences floating on boats.
- On the 14th day of the lunar month, which is the eve of the full moon, every household lights lanterns. Visiting Hoi An on this day, you'll witness the charming scene of lantern-filled streets.
Lantern-Lit Streets (Photo: ST)
Transportation
Depending on whether your starting point is far or near, you can choose various modes of transportation to get to Hoi An: airplane, coach, bus, taxi… But if you're on a backpacking trip, it's best to travel by motorbike to make sightseeing easier. Especially if you want to immerse yourself in the peaceful and serene scenery here, you should rent a bicycle to explore the alleys of Hoi An.
Exploring the alleys of Hoi An with a bicycle (Photo: ST)
Accommodation
Tourism in Hoi An has flourished, leading to the construction of numerous guesthouses and hotels to meet the needs of both domestic and international tourists. Here are some accommodations for your reference:
Riverside Impression
Address: 134 Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, Hoi An City.
Price: From over 650,000 VND per room per day.
Nhi Nhi Hotel
Address: 60 Hung Vuong, Hoi An City.
Price: From over 800,000 VND per room per day.
River Suites Hoi An
Address: 4 Nguyen Du, Hoi An City.
Price: From over 1,100,000 VND per room per day.
Tourist Attractions in Hoi An
Ancient Houses
Hoi An charms the soul with its serene ancient scenery. If you come here and don't visit the ancient houses adorned with intricate carvings and timeless patterns, it's like you haven't truly experienced Hoi An.
Quan Thang Ancient House (Photo: ST)
Tan Ky Ancient House (Photo: ST)
Phung Hung Ancient House (Photo: ST)
Duc An Ancient House (Photo: ST)
Tran Clan Old Church (Photo: ST)
Ancient Assembly Halls
If you're on a 2 to 3-day journey exploring Hoi An, don't miss the chance to visit the ancient assembly halls to delve into the spiritual culture of this region.
Phuc Kien Assembly Hall (Photo: ST)
Chaozhou Assembly Hall (Photo: ST)
Quang Dong Assembly Hall (Photo: ST)
Traditional Craft Villages
When traveling to Hoi An, allocate about half a day to visit the craft villages: Thanh Ha pottery village along the Thu Bon River, Tra Que vegetable village, and Kim Bong carpentry village. This will be an opportunity for you to learn more about the traditional cultures of these famous craft villages in Hoi An and Vietnam in general.
Japanese Covered Bridge
The 18-meter-long Japanese Covered Bridge spans the Hoai River – a branch of the Thu Bon River, a spiritual destination not to be missed when you're here. Despite its small size, it embodies the soul and symbolizes all of Hoi An.
There's a Japanese Covered Bridge spanning the river (Photo: ST)
Rowing Along the Thu Bon River
The Thu Bon River exudes a simple and tranquil beauty that has captivated countless visitors to Hoi An. Drifting along the flow of the Thu Bon River, tourists not only enjoy the peaceful scenery but also have the opportunity to stop and explore the famous traditional craft villages throughout Hoi An.
Rowing scene on the Thu Bon River (Photo: ST)
Beach Tourism
When traveling on a motorbike adventure in Hoi An, heading to the beach is a must-do activity. Cruising on your motorbike, you can stop anywhere to capture unique check-in photos. In Hoi An, there are two most beautiful beaches: An Bang Beach and Cua Dai Beach.
Cua Dai Beach is about 5km from the center of Hoi An, offering a peaceful and serene ambiance similar to Hoi An itself. It boasts a tranquil beauty with its endless stretch of pristine white sand, gentle waves crashing onto the shore, and the vast expanse of sunlight reflecting on the sea surface—all combining to create a breathtaking scene.
Serene and tranquil Cua Dai Beach (Photo: ST)
An Bang Beach has the honor of being listed among the top 50 most beautiful beaches in the world by CNNGo. Situated just 3km from the center of Hoi An, it's conveniently close for short day trips. You won't have to worry about not having enough time to visit these beautiful beaches after exploring the ancient town of Hoi An. With its rustic, peaceful natural landscape, An Bang Beach has captivated countless visitors. Recently, many Western-style bars and restaurants have been built around the beach, adding another attraction to this area.
An Bang Beach – A serene and rustic beauty (Photo: ST)
Hoi An Cuisine
Hoi An is rightfully known as a culinary paradise with a plethora of mouthwatering street food. When you're here, you must try all the signature dishes of Hoi An to truly experience its culinary delights.
Hoi An Baguette – Cô Phượng's famous baguette (Photo: ST)
After a long journey to Hoi An, treat yourself to a steaming bowl of Mrs. Be's cao lau to shake off the fatigue (Photo: ST)
Additionally, you can indulge in other local delicacies such as Quang noodles, smashed rice crackers, white rose dumplings, corn sweet soup, and duck salad porridge...
Above are the most detailed backpacking experiences in Hoi An for those of you planning to go. With the sharing from VNTRIP.VN, we hope you won't miss out on the must-visit destinations in Hoi An. While you're young and healthy, why hesitate to explore the landscapes and life? Get ready, book your accommodation, call your friends, and embark on the journey!
