
Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 893 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food worth booking?
Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food is a 6-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $12 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 893 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 92 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (893)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $12 per person
Explore temples of My Son Sanctuary with a professional experienced guide, being knowledgeable about general Vietnamese history and culture. The My Son sanctuary is one of the most ancient and impressive Hindu clusters in South East Asia. These temple-towers date back to 4th-13th century will help us understand much about the historic and cultural background of local people in Central Vietnam , watch a Champa Show, make rice paper, relax on a boat trip & enjoy a traditional breakfast or lunch.
What you get
About this experience
Explore temples of My Son Sanctuary with a professional experienced guide, being knowledgeable about general Vietnamese history and culture. The My Son sanctuary is one of the most ancient and impressive Hindu clusters in South East Asia. These temple-towers date back to 4th-13th century will help us understand much about the historic and cultural background of local people in Central Vietnam , watch a Champa Show, make rice paper, relax on a boat trip & enjoy a traditional breakfast or lunch.
What's included
Included
- Professional English speaking Guide , Car or Minivan , Water.
- Early Tour : Breakfast with local special noodles , fruits & coffee at a restaurant in My Son.
- Hotel pick-up & Drop-off in Hoi An.
- Champa dance show and boat trip ( Morning Tour 7:30 AM Option Only )
- Rice paper making at a local house ( Morning Tour 7:30 AM Option Only )
- Morning Tour : Lunch with local special noodles , fruits at a restaurant in My Son Sanctuary.
Not included
- Entrance tickets at My Son 6,5 USD =150,000 vnd is not included
- Hotel Pickup in Da Nang is not included, pay extra fee 300,000vnd/1way per booking on your day tour
- There will not be Champa dance show, rice paper making & boat trip in Early Morning 5:30 AM Tour.
What you'll see and do
My Son Sanctuary
Visit My Son Sanctuary with 3 Options: Early Small Group, Morning Small Group & Private Tour *Early Small Group Tour* : Begin 5:30 AM & End within 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, Maximum 12 pax. The early start is definitely worth it because you beat the crowds and the heat, get to enjoy a peaceful tour of My Son Sanctuary. you will have a wonderful opportunity to take perfect photos with no one around, to see some wildlife & hear about Vietnamese history with your guide, have breakfast with local noodles, coffee, bottled water, seasonal fruits after that we take you back your hotel. Tour ends. *Morning Small Group Tour* : Begin 7:30 AM & End within 2:00 PM-2:30 PM, about 2,5 hours to discover the site, learn about Vietnamese history with your guide, watch a Champa Dance Show, have lunch with local noodles, seasonal fruits, bottled water, make rice paper & relax with boat trip on Thu Bon River after that we take you back your hotel. Tour ends.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Morning My Son Small Group
Morning My Son Small Group : Begin 7:30 AM & End within 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM There WILL BE Champa Show, rice paper making, boat trip & lunch. Duration: 6 hours Lunch: with local special My Quang noodles (vegetarian available) , seasonal fruits. van Pickup included
Early My Son Small Group
Early My Son Small Group : Begin 5:30AM & End within 10:30AM - 11:00AM .There WILL NOT be Champa dance show, rice paper making, boat trip in this option Duration: 5 hours Breakfast : with local special My Quang noodles (vegetarian available) , seasonal fruits , coffee and tea. van Pickup included
My Son Private Tour
My Son Private Tour : This private tour covers the same itinerary, but it is built for your group only. It is more comfortable and flexible. Duration: 6 hours car Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- My Son Tour
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- please have a working WhatsApp number to contact.
- There will not be Champa dance show, rice paper making & boat trip in Early Morning 5:30 AM Tour option.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 893 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
893 verified traveler reviews for Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great value
We visited the My Son sanctuary while it was steadily raining which lent an atmospheric quality to the experience. Our guide Tony gave very clear explanations in lucid English about the history and architecture of the site. We had a lunch of fresh Mi Quang and later went to see rice paper making followed by a brief boat ride in Hoi An.
Response from the operator: Dear customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review about our company. Looking forward to welcoming you back one day. Many blessings to you and your family in the future! Best regards My Son Tour
via Viator
Excellent tour with Mr Tony
Thank you Mr Tony for a most enjoyable tour today. I very much appreciated being able to participate despite my disability.
Response from the operator: Dear customer, Thank you so much for your great review about our company. Looking forward to welcoming you back one day. Many blessings to you and your family in the future! Best regards My Son Tour
via Tripadvisor
My son trip
The tour is great. Amy is a good guide, the boat, the lunch and the rice paper are also perfect. I love that.
Response from the operator: Dear customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review about our company. Looking forward to welcoming you back one day. Many blessings to you and your family in the future! Best regards My Son Tour
via Tripadvisor
Great value
Mr Tony was very communicative. Pick up and drop off were seamless. Mr Tony provided great insight into the history of My Son Sanctuary. The local rice paper stop was very interesting.
Response from the operator: Dear customer, Thank you so much for your great review about our company. Looking forward to welcoming you back one day. Many blessings to you and your family in the future! Best regards My Son Tour
via Tripadvisor
My Son Tour experience
Thank you we had such a wonderful time with Lee and the driver . Lee was very knowledgeable and adapted to our needs . We would give him 5 out 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Response from the operator: Dear customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review about our company. Looking forward to welcoming you back one day. Many blessings to you and your family in the future! Best regards My Son Tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $12 to $59
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 313
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by My Son Tour, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
See everything My Son Tour runsWhy this scores 92
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Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.
How much does Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food cost?
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Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoi An usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hoi An is not rushed.
Is Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 893 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food?
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Around 313 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hoi An can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hoi An and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hoi An within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hoi An?
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On Outty we rank every Hoi An experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local, Cooking Class Hoi An:Local Market, Basket Boat, Fishing & Cooking, Hoi An Cooking Class(Local Market, Basket Boat,Fishing &Cooking). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hoi An?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hoi An?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food?
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Included: Professional English speaking Guide , Car or Minivan , Water; Early Tour : Breakfast with local special noodles , fruits & coffee at a restaurant in My; Hotel pick-up & Drop-off in Hoi An; Champa dance show and boat trip ( Morning Tour 7:30 AM Option Only ); and Rice paper making at a local house ( Morning Tour 7:30 AM Option Only ). Not included: Entrance tickets at My Son 6,5 USD =150,000 vnd is not included; Hotel Pickup in Da Nang is not included, pay extra fee 300,000vnd/1way per booking on your; and There will not be Champa dance show, rice paper making & boat trip in Early Morning 5:30 A. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1 listed pickup location in and around Hoi An. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food?
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Across 893 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for Early or Morning My Son Sanctuary & Boat Trip w. Traditional Food?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Morning My Son Small Group, Early My Son Small Group, My Son Private Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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