
Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour worth booking?
Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour is a 4-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $49 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (9)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $49 per person
The journey kicks off by taking you to explore Thanh Ha Pottery Villae by joining Ceramic Making Class with our local craftmen to bring your home as a masterpice. Next we drive you to Kim Bong Carpentry village by stop at our local family by making Wet Rice Paper and taste what you you made with wet rice crackers as your break by sipping some green tea. Next stop at the local carpentry house for joining Carpentry Class by using some traditctional carpentry euipments to engrave any wooden piece for home. Rest for a while, we take you to our local host for joining insense sticks making by learning our technique to make handmad insense ofor hundreds of years by different kinds of material. The last stop, we joining to learn how make mat weaving with our local host to learn how to mat tradictional mat for lying by technique of duying and weaving. Let join with us for alot of fun for each activities with us like not ever before.
What you get
About this experience
The journey kicks off by taking you to explore Thanh Ha Pottery Villae by joining Ceramic Making Class with our local craftmen to bring your home as a masterpice. Next we drive you to Kim Bong Carpentry village by stop at our local family by making Wet Rice Paper and taste what you you made with wet rice crackers as your break by sipping some green tea. Next stop at the local carpentry house for joining Carpentry Class by using some traditctional carpentry euipments to engrave any wooden piece for home. Rest for a while, we take you to our local host for joining insense sticks making by learning our technique to make handmad insense ofor hundreds of years by different kinds of material. The last stop, we joining to learn how make mat weaving with our local host to learn how to mat tradictional mat for lying by technique of duying and weaving. Let join with us for alot of fun for each activities with us like not ever before.
What's included
Included
- Private round trip transfer trip by modern SUV Car.
- Carpentry engraving experience and its entrance fees.
- Insense Making Experience and its entence fees.
- Mat Weaving Experience and its entrance fees.
- Pottery Making Experience and its entrance fees.
- Private English speaking driver also your local host.
- Wet rice making experience by tastings
Not included
- Tip
- Any meals.
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hung Le Travel-The Local Signature
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good
I had a wonderful experience exploring Hoi An with our tour guide. The guide was friendly, enthusiastic, and very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the town. The tour was well organized, and we learned a lot while enjoying the beautiful streets, local food, and unique atmosphere of Hoi An. It was a memorable experience, and I would highly recommend this tour!
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. It was truly a pleasure to have you on our tour. We value trust and always strive to create the most memorable experiences for our guests—from the very beginning to the end of every journey—so you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty, culture, and local life of our region. We sincerely hope to welcome you, your family, and your friends back in the near future for another unforgettable adventure with us. Wishing you happiness, good health, and many wonderful travels ahead. Blessings and warm regards, Hung Le +84934876998 (WhatsApp/Line)
via Tripadvisor
A fascinating cultural experience
Such a lovely and authentic experience! We really enjoyed meeting local families and learning how traditional crafts are still made by hand. Mat weaving and rice paper making were especially fun to try ourselves. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and the whole tour felt relaxed and personal. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. It was truly a pleasure to have you on our tour. We value trust and always strive to create the most memorable experiences for our guests—from the very beginning to the end of every journey—so you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty, culture, and local life of our region. We sincerely hope to welcome you, your family, and your friends back in the near future for another unforgettable adventure with us. Wishing you happiness, good health, and many wonderful travels ahead. Blessings and warm regards, Hung Le +84934876998 (WhatsApp/Line)
via Tripadvisor
Memorable moments
We witnessed the process and had the opportunity to directly participate in traditional Vietnamese crafts, which gave us a fun and novel experience. The guides and artisans here were incredibly open and cheerful. They guided us step by step, helping us create finished products that we were very satisfied with. These memories have made us love everything here even more.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. It was truly a pleasure to have you on our tour. We value trust and always strive to create the most memorable experiences for our guests—from the very beginning to the end of every journey—so you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty, culture, and local life of our region. We sincerely hope to welcome you, your family, and your friends back in the near future for another unforgettable adventure with us. Wishing you happiness, good health, and many wonderful travels ahead. Blessings and warm regards, Hung Le +84934876998 (WhatsApp/Line)
via Tripadvisor
experience
This trip allowed us to admire the traditional paintings of Hoi An. The guides and local artisans enthusiastically guided us, providing incredibly enjoyable moments. We created products together; although we were just starting out, the results were fantastic. It was a wonderful experience for us.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. It was truly a pleasure to have you on our tour. We value trust and always strive to create the most memorable experiences for our guests—from the very beginning to the end of every journey—so you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty, culture, and local life of our region. We sincerely hope to welcome you, your family, and your friends back in the near future for another unforgettable adventure with us. Wishing you happiness, good health, and many wonderful travels ahead. Blessings and warm regards, Hung Le +84934876998 (WhatsApp/Line)
via Tripadvisor
Must Try
We had a wonderful trip by taking many activities which are worth for any penny. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for taking your precious time to share your experience with us. It was a pleasure to have you. We operate on trust and always make the greatest effort to deliver the most memorable moments to our special guests, from beginning to end, so that you can fully immerse yourselves in the entire journey with us. We look forward to welcoming you, your family, and your friends back in the near future for another captivating journey to our region. Blessings and regards, Hung Le +84934876998 (WhatsApp/Line)
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hung Le Travel-The Local Signature, who run 35 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.2 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Hung Le Travel-The Local Signature runsWhy this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.
How much does Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour?
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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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour?
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Around 3 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour 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, Hai Van Pass Motorbike Private Tour with Mister T Easy Rider, Hoi An Eco Tour Cooking Class & Fishing (Local market,basket boat,learn 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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour?
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Included: Private round trip transfer trip by modern SUV Car; Carpentry engraving experience and its entrance fees; Insense Making Experience and its entence fees; Mat Weaving Experience and its entrance fees; and Pottery Making Experience and its entrance fees. Not included: Tip; and Any meals. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 675 listed pickup locations in and around Hoi An. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour 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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour?
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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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: 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 Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hoi An. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Hoi An Mat Weaving-Insense Making-Carpentry-Wet Rice Paper Tour?
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Across 9 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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