ホイアン田園地帯プライベートツアー – 村、水牛、バケツボート

What an absolutely wonderful experience. If you’re heading to Hoi An, do yourself a favour and book a tour with John. You won’t regret it. We originally booked for 2.30 pm but with the weather looking a bit ordinary, we asked to move it to 8.30 the following morning. John couldn’t have been more accommodating. John, his brother and two friends took us out on scooters through the beautiful countryside and what followed was so much more than your typical tourist experience. One of the highlights was visiting a lovely local lady named Hang at her home and seeing her farmland. Her family were gathered for a traditional offering to honour her late mother and we were welcomed in with such warmth. It was a really special moment and something we felt privileged to be part of. We also learnt how much the locals genuinely welcome tourists, not just for the business they bring but for the prosperity and good fortune they represent. We met Xa the water buffalo, who we got to pat and learn all about. We visited a family pottery business that has been running for generations, watched the beautiful craftsmanship and couldn’t resist buying some exquisitely hand painted pottery & chopsticks. There was also a basket boat ride through the coconut waterways and an absolutely amazing local lunch. What really made the day was John himself. The basket boats are in his own village and he seems to know everyone! His knowledge of the area, the people and their traditions was fantastic. His English is excellent too, so we could ask questions, have a laugh and really get to know the stories behind the places we visited. This wasn’t just a tour where you tick off a few attractions. It felt like being invited into someone’s community and getting a genuine glimpse of everyday life in Vietnam. We came away with some beautiful memories, a much better understanding of the local culture and a real appreciation for the people who welcomed us. Highly, highly recommend John and his team. We’ll absolutely be passing his details on to friends and family travelling to Hoi An. Thank you John for a day we won’t forget!

Today I was lucky enough to experience a behind the scenes of Da nang on the back of a scooter with John. It was one of the best tours yet. John is incredibly knowledgable and his English is excellent. He’s also very funny! John is a true gentleman and looked after me the whole time. Even provided a poncho when it rained. Truly a wonderful tour and John is the best. Thank you John…. 10000000 stars. I will be back 🇻🇳

John provided an excellent tour around Hoi An! We visited several creative providers and learned about pottery, inlaid wood carving, lantern making and even small farming. It was a pivot day for us, due to torrential rains … but John planned an amazing day, in spite of the rain!

We thoroughly enjoyed our Hoi An Countryside Tour and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience the real Vietnam beyond the Ancient Town. The tour provided on scooters a fascinating insight into local life, taking us through vegetable farms, exceptional coffee at Calvary (worth the scooter ride out to see and try on it own) villages and traditional communities. It was a wonderful opportunity to see how local families live and work while enjoying the beautiful rural scenery. The highlights for us were meeting local farmers, seeing water buffalo up close, we enjoyed riding the BMW, and cruising through the coconut forests by basket boat. We also got to take some of the best spring rolls. Our guide John was friendly, knowledgeable and spoke excellent English, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. The pace was relaxed, the scenery was stunning, and it felt like a genuine cultural experience rather than a tourist attraction. If you want to escape the crowds of Hoi An and see a different side of the region, this tour is definitely worth doing.

Booking a private tour with John was the absolute highlight of our entire trip to Vietnam. From the moment he and his team of drivers met our family of nine at our hotel with a fleet of bright vintage Vespas, we knew we were in for a treat! Planning a tour for an extended family across three generations can be challenging, but John made it so easy. He created an itinerary that kept everyone engaged, from our teenage kids to my 83-year-old mom. He was easy to communicate with, extremely responsive to our questions, and flexible in adjusting the itinerary to fit our family's needs. He even made sure my mom could fully participate in the experience by arranging an air-conditioned car for her while the rest of us explored the countryside by Vespa. What made the day so special was how much we got to see and experience. Riding through the beautiful countryside and winding back roads on those sputtering, colorful Vespas was a unique and unforgettable experience. We were initially a little hesitant about doing a scooter tour, but safety was never an issue. All of the Vespa drivers were professional, skilled, careful, friendly, and fun. Throughout the day, we enjoyed so many hands-on activities, from traditional farming and riding water buffalo to paddling coconut basket boats, weaving mats, and making delicate rice rolls together. We also enjoyed local coffee and fresh rice crackers along the way, finishing the tour with a fabulous Vietnamese noodle lunch! A big part of what made the day so memorable was John himself. He’s easygoing, funny, thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely a pleasure to spend the day with. He also made learning about Vietnamese culture and everyday life in Hoi An engaging and insightful. On top of that, he was a fantastic photographer, capturing wonderful family moments in photos and videos. He shared everything with us at the end of the tour and even created a fun video montage of our day—such a thoughtful touch! Even though we're back home in the U.S., our entire family is still talking about the tour and all the amazing memories we made. We highly recommend John Lee Tours and would absolutely book with John and his team again the next time we're in Vietnam!

We booked with John as a family and had so much fun we couldn’t stop smiling! Never a dull moment with John and the activities were such a great display of Vietnam’s culture!

We had an excellent half day tour with John! We loved the pottery village the most. It was excellent for our little girls who love painting and being creative. John was flexible with the order of the tour when our little one fell asleep in the car which was great. We really enjoyed the coffee roasters, they make excellent coffee! The buffalo ride at the end was so fun and our girls loved it! Definitely recommend this tour to others especially with young kids!

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First time in Vietnam and John took my daughter and I on the motorbike country side tour. John is friendly and extremely knowledgeable and kind. We felt safe and had the most wonderful memorable day . We did so much and really felt that we experienced so much . Could not recommend this tour more highly . We’ve booked 3 more with John while we are here . Doing the food tour this afternoon. Can’t wait 💜

John was lovely and very knowledgeable about the area. He told us lots of interesting information and took us to places many other tours wouldn’t such as a carpentry village and noodle making factory. We had delicious drinks and food during the tour making it even more enjoyable. Riding on the back of the mopeds was freeing and exciting. The whole team was accommodating and very friendly. One of the best things we have done in Vietnam. Would definitely recommend!

This tour was amazing! John is such a lovely man who shares his knowledge so well. So many things to see and experience. This tour was beyond our expectations. Had the best day! Highly recommend John and this tour. We have three more booked, that’s how good it was.