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Review Author: Sharon (from uk)
Review Date: 24 Feb 2025
Review Body: It was great! So much more than we expected. We learnt to carve in a beautiful, tranquil setting. Got to look around the gallery and appreciate the grounds of the house. Trip is worth it for the setting alone. Tuition is clear and supportive, friendly and helpful, there is no rush. Their English is great too. I would definitely recommend.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ringham
Review Date: 22 Mar 2026
Review Body: We had the most fantastic day with Vinh! He responded quickly to all communications before our trip. He had excellent English! He was on time to pick us up in the morning. He drove carefully - not too fast. He was informative, giving us lots of local information and answered our endless questions about life in Vietnam. He went above and beyond in delivering what we hoped from the day. He was fun to spend the day with. An absolute gem!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Tim
Review Date: 31 Oct 2025
Review Body: Super convenient and cheaper than a tour. Our driver was lovely, picked us up at a time that suited us and all we had to do was message him when we wanted to leave. He was also very knowledgeable about the area. We would strongly recommend.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Yoshiaki Aoshima
Review Date: 05 Jan 2026
Review Body: We went to Ba Na hills. But we didn’t know we have to buy ticket in advance. But our guide was kind, he took me to ticket office and explain to staff. Appreciate it! The driving also good and safe.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Andy
Review Date: 31 Oct 2025
Review Body: On time, good friendly driver. All went well.
Review rating: 5

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Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Wood carving workshop visit and crafting
Itinerary Description: Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hoi An and take you to our workshop (~30 minutes) Arrive at the Workshop Visit the exhibition area (10 minutes) Tour the production workshop (10 minutes) Sketch the model you want to carve (10 minutes) Carve your piece under the guidance of an artisan (~2.5 hours) Edit and finalize your product Receive reviews and certification from the artist Return to your hotel
Long Vinh carves a wooden figurine with a chisel inside a Hoi An woodwork workshop, showing traditional carving techniques
Three people work at wooden benches under an open shelter during a wood carving workshop in Hoi An village
Carver in a Hoi An workshop shaping small wooden sculptures on a table, surrounded by finished figurines
Hand holding a carved wooden lion figure outdoors in Hoi An, with lush green garden scenery in the background
Aerial view of Hoi An village homes with red tile roofs, gardens, waterways and patchwork rice fields backed by mountains
People carving wood at a traditional workshop in Hoi An Village, learning the oldest wood-carving craft from local artisans
Visitors seated at workbenches carving wood in a shaded open-air workshop, learning traditional craft in Hoi An
Long Vinh carves a wooden figurine with a chisel inside a Hoi An woodwork workshop, showing traditional carving techniques
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Long Vinh carves a wooden figurine with a chisel inside a Hoi An woodwork workshop, showing traditional carving techniques
Three people work at wooden benches under an open shelter during a wood carving workshop in Hoi An village
Carver in a Hoi An workshop shaping small wooden sculptures on a table, surrounded by finished figurines
Hand holding a carved wooden lion figure outdoors in Hoi An, with lush green garden scenery in the background
Long Vinh carves a wooden figurine with a chisel inside a Hoi An woodwork workshop, showing traditional carving techniques
Three people work at wooden benches under an open shelter during a wood carving workshop in Hoi An village
Carver in a Hoi An workshop shaping small wooden sculptures on a table, surrounded by finished figurines
Hand holding a carved wooden lion figure outdoors in Hoi An, with lush green garden scenery in the background
Aerial view of Hoi An village homes with red tile roofs, gardens, waterways and patchwork rice fields backed by mountains
People carving wood at a traditional workshop in Hoi An Village, learning the oldest wood-carving craft from local artisans
Visitors seated at workbenches carving wood in a shaded open-air workshop, learning traditional craft in Hoi An
Long Vinh chiselling an ornate dragon design on a wooden panel during an artisanal wood-carving workshop in Hoi An
Bearded artisan carves a small wooden piece on a workbench in a Hoi An workshop, with carving tools nearby
Child holding a carving tool beside an intricately carved wooden panel, creating mythic figures at a Hoi An wood-carving workshop
Couple carving wooden details together at a community workshop in Hoi An, with other artisans working in the background
A carved wooden guardian figure with a raised arm, displayed in a craft workshop in Hoi An wood-carving studio

Discover the Oldest Art of Wood Carving in Hoi An Village

Carve your own masterpiece in a scenic garden workshop
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Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
3.5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 8 guests
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Discover Hoi An’s traditional wood carving firsthand
Unleash your inner artist with this hands-on wood carving experience in Hoi An! Unlike generic craft workshops, this takes you deep into one of the oldest traditional crafts in Vietnam, guided by passionate local artisans. You’ll work with a team of experienced carvers in a peaceful garden setting—far from the usual crowded tourist routes. This is perfect for travellers who want to immerse in local culture rather than just picking up a souvenir. You'll not only learn the techniques of wood carving but also get to create your own unique piece to take home. Whether you’ve never picked up a chisel before or you’re a seasoned artist, the expert guidance will help you craft something special. The highlight? This workshop takes place in one of the largest local sculpture workshops in Hoi An. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at both the exhibition area and the production workshop, giving you a real appreciation for this beautiful craft.What to ExpectConvenient hotel pickup and drop-off from central Hoi AnTour a large local wood carving workshop, including both exhibition and production areasPersonalised instruction from expert artisans as they guide you step by step2.5 hours of hands-on carving time to create your own masterpieceA certificate from the artist to commemorate your new skillsGood to KnowRemember to bring some extra cash for any personal expenses or to tip your instructorThis experience is designed for beginners, so no prior carving skills are neededThe setting is peaceful and inspiring, making it a great alternative to busy tourist activities

Experience highlights

Child holding a carving tool beside an intricately carved wooden panel, creating mythic figures at a Hoi An wood-carving workshop
Discover Hoi An’s wood carving craft
Visitors seated at workbenches carving wood in a shaded open-air workshop, learning traditional craft in Hoi An
Carve in a serene garden workshop
Bearded artisan carves a small wooden piece on a workbench in a Hoi An workshop, with carving tools nearby
Learn and practice with local artisans
Hand holding a carved wooden lion figure outdoors in Hoi An, with lush green garden scenery in the background
Take home your customized souvenir

What You’ll be Doing

Wood carving workshop visit and crafting
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What’s Included

Entrance ticket
Experienced facilitator
2-way transfer
English instructor
Bottle of water
Your masterpiece

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Personal expenses
Tips

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Who you’re supporting

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Start Point

Free pick-up from Your hotel in Hoi An center(Hoi An ancient town, Đường Bạch Đằng, Vietnam)
  • 15 mins before selected timeslot
  • Notes: Customers will be picked up at hotels in the center of Hoi An - If the area is too far, please move to the meeting point (Hoi An post office).
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Start & Ends

Daily
08:30AM - 12:00PM
01:30PM - 05:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 3+)

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Hi, I'm Vinh from Hoi An, Vietnam! Growing up in the countryside inspired me to help my community through tourism. After working as a tour guide, I realized sustainable, culturally-rich experiences are what travelers crave. So, I founded my travel community, connecting locals and visitors for authentic adventures. We're a small team but passionate about creating positive change through symbiotic tourism. Join us!
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