Half-Day Tra Que Village From Hoi An

Pedal past verdant rice paddies on a 4-hour bicycle tour to the farming village of Tra Que, Hoi An. Enjoy the fresh, peaceful air of the rural countryside. Learn about farm cultivation, and get a glimpse of local life

- Pedal past classic vistas of rice paddies being plowed by conical-hat-wearing locals and their water buffaloes
- Learn about the cultivation of vegetables and their use in traditional Vietnamese medicine
- Roll your sleeves up and get stuck in! Help the farmers work the land; fertilize with algae, rake, sow and pick produce
- Help a local family prepare authentic local dishes for a light meal

Itinerary
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Stop At: Tra Que Vegetable Village, Cam Ha Commune, Hoi An 560000 Vietnam

It is always a good idea to get the body moving and taking a deep inhale of fresh air, which is why this tour begins with an exciting bicycle ride to a local farm in Tra Que Village. When we arrive, you will be given an introduction to the history of the village. This short lesson provides a lot of interesting information about the cultivation of vegetables and discovering their uses in traditional Vietnamese medicine. You will take a trip around the vegetable garden and join the farmers in preparing and fertilizing the land with algae from the local lake. Other activities will include: raking, sowing, picking greens and much more. After our time with the farmers, we will be working the land until it is time to prepare some special foods with a local family. You will enjoy Tam Huu spring roll (“packed with pork, prawn, mint and coriander”) and Banh Xeo (“rice flour, bean sprouts, shrimp and slices of pork - the local pancakes from the central region of Vietnam”).

Duration: 4 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center (Except South Hoi An area)

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Bottled drinking water
• Entrance fees
• Light meal
• Bicycle
• Travel insurance
• English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hoi An City Center
• Transportation with air-conditioning
• Entry/Admission - Tra Que Vegetable Village

Not Included

• Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
• Tips and gratuities

Facilities