Truong Giang River Boat Trip & Giac Vien Pagoda

Fishing nets on the Truong Giang River

A quiet half day on the Truong Giang River south of Hoi An: go by bicycle or car, glide between nipa palms watching fishermen cast their nets, and stop at Giac Vien Pagoda on the way back.

Photo: Christophe95 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Departure8:00 AM or 2:00 PM
Duration3 – 4 hours
TransportBicycle or car + boat
GroupMinimum 2 guests
GuideTour guide
From 430,000 VND per adultBy bicycle; 680,000 VND by car. Children under 6 go free.
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Highlights

  • A slow boat ride between nipa palms on the Truong Giang River
  • Local fishermen casting their nets
  • Giac Vien, a peaceful pagoda that reflects the spiritual life of the area
  • Choose to cycle or go by car

Itinerary

  1. 8:00 AM or 2:00 PMSet off for the Truong Giang River by bicycle (about 5 km from the Thang Binh coast) or by car.
  2. Board a boat and sail along the river through nipa palms, watching fishermen at work.
  3. On the way back, stop at Giac Vien Pagoda.
  4. Return to your hotel.

Route map

  1. Truong Giang River boat landing
  2. Giac Vien Pagoda

The river runs parallel to the coast in Thang Binh, about 20 km by road south-east of Hoi An Old Town. The boat landing is set on the day; the bicycle option suits guests staying on the Thang Binh coast.

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What’s included

Included

  • Tour guide
  • Bicycle or car
  • Boat trip
  • Mineral water

Not included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Transfer surcharge from Hoi An town or Da Nang
  • Tips

Prices

Adult, by bicycle430,000 VND
Adult, by car680,000 VND
Children 6 to 1150% of the adult price
Children under 6Free

Good to know

  • Staying in Hoi An town? Choose the car option; a transfer surcharge applies and is shown in your quote.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen.
  • Prices are per person and need at least 2 guests. Taxes and service charges may be added: the quote we send you shows the final total before you confirm.

Cancellation

  • Cancellation terms depend on the operator and the date. We send them in writing with your quote, before you confirm.
  • Nothing is charged when you send the booking form.