Medicinal Plants & Culinary Experience at Thanh Dong Village | from Hoi An, Vietnam
- Visit a medicinal garden in Thanh Dong to learn about sustainable, circular farming and the Eastern philosophy of balance in food.
- Get a hands-on experience harvesting dedicated plants and learning how to prepare them as food.
- Enjoy a scenic 5km bicycle ride through peaceful countryside, rice fields, and water coconut forests.
- Includes a "Banh Xeo" (local pancake) cooking demonstration and a 5-star home-style lunch/dinner at Madam Van's.
- All-inclusive tour with hotel pick-up, English-speaking guide, transport (bike & E-car), and a Certificate of Appreciation.
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- Refund Processing Fees: Please note, in all cases of tour cancellation and refund, the initial transaction fees (bank fees, payment gateway fees such as Stripe/PayPal) paid by the customer are non-refundable. The refunded amount will be the total paid minus these non-refundable fees.
- No-Show Policy: A "no-show" is defined as your failure to appear at the designated pickup point within 15 minutes of the scheduled departure time without prior notification. No-show cases will be treated as a cancellation within 72 hours and are not eligible for any refund.
- Child Supervision & Responsibility: Parents or guardians are responsible for the direct and constant supervision of their children at all times during the tour. We do not provide babysitting services. To ensure the group's overall experience, our tour guide reserves the right to issue a reminder (and in severe cases, refuse service for the remainder of the tour) if a child’s behavior severely and negatively impacts the safety or experience of the group.
- Equipment for Children: The tour price does not include specialized equipment for children such as: child safety car seats, strollers, or special meals/menus for infants. Guests are responsible for preparing all necessary personal items to ensure their children's comfort.
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A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
You are considered a “no-show” if you do not appear at the pick-up point within 15 minutes of the scheduled departure time without prior notice. No-shows will be considered a cancellation within 72 hours and no refund will be given.
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Visiting Qingdong Village Medicinal Botanical Garden allows you to deeply understand the operations of sustainable circular agriculture and the philosophy of Eastern dietary balance. Guides will introduce the names, characteristics, growth environments, and traditional uses of various local medicinal plants, providing you with a more comprehensive understanding of the relationship between plants and health.
During the harvesting activity at Qingdong Village Medicinal Botanical Garden, you can personally experience the joy of picking specific plants. Guides will instruct you on how to correctly gather medicinal herbs and explain how to incorporate these plants into your daily diet or traditional cooking, combining learning with practice.
Hoi An typically enjoys sunny weather with little rainfall and pleasant temperatures between February and May each year, making it ideal for outdoor cycling activities. This season allows you to have the most comfortable experience while cycling through rice paddies and water coconut groves.
This experience tour typically includes pick-up and drop-off services from hotels in Hoi An city center, so you don't need to arrange your own transportation. Upon arrival in Qingdong Village, bicycles or electric bikes will be provided to take you through country lanes to the botanical garden, allowing you to enjoy a unique local atmosphere.
The medicinal herb harvesting experience at Qingdong Village Medicinal Botanical Garden is a part of the overall tour, with ample time usually allocated for participants to pick and learn firsthand. The specific duration of this segment depends on the overall itinerary, ensuring you have a full experience of harvesting fun and absorbing plant knowledge.
The most convenient way to get from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An city center is by taxi or pre-booked private transfer, which typically takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions. Bus services are also available, but they take longer and are less convenient than taxis.
During the cooking experience in Qingdong Village, you will have the opportunity to learn how to make the classic Vietnamese local dish, 'Banh Xeo' (Vietnamese crepes). This is a hands-on class where you not only learn traditional recipes but also enjoy the results of your own cooking along with a hearty home-style lunch or dinner at Madam Van's.
The cycling route in Qingdong Village is approximately 5 kilometers long and takes you through tranquil country lanes, offering views of vast rice paddies and unique water coconut groves. Along the way, you can experience the simple and natural beauty of the Vietnamese countryside, making it an excellent way to immerse yourself in the local life.
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