Hoi An: My Son Sanctuary with Thu Bon River Cruise & Lunch

My Son Holy land of the former Cham Kingdom (the ruins of the former Cham Capital in the 4th century), Vietnam’s most evocative Cham site recently named by Unesco as a World Heritage site. The Cham people considered this area, in the shadow of Cat’s Tooth Peak, the domain of the gods, and it served as the religious and intellectual center of the culture. They inhabited the area continuously from the late fourth century A.D. Until the 13th century. Excavations reveal kings’ tombs that date back to the fourth century.

Discover the My Son Sanctuary and Thu Bon cruise trip on a guided tour from Hoi An. Learn about the Champa Kingdom history and watch a Champa dance show.

*** Itinerary:

- In the morning around 7:30 am, our guide and driver will pick you up at hotel in Hoi An and then leaving Hoi An for My Son holy land and arriving around 8:30am.

- You’ll walk around with our guide to see the historic and culture ruins of the 13th century, and be brought back to the glorious time of the Champa civilization. During your visit to My Son, the guide will show you the remains of special brick tower, explain the origin and historical significance of the site including the meanings of each tower or monument.

- We also enjoy the traditional Cham dance. They show local costumes and song with traditional instrumental accompaniment.

- Leaving My Son by minibus to local family for local lunch. On the way back to hotel, we have 50 minutes enjoy the fresh air and river view on the wooden boat.

- Tour end and Transfer back to hotel in Hoi An area

*** Menu for Local Lunch:

- Rib rice

- Water morning Glory

- Vietnamese green papaya salad

- Soup