Vietnam - The Vietnam Experience (Part II): Off the Beaten Path - A Hoi An Villa Escape Beyond the Lanterns & Tourist Trails 🌾🏮 Sunsets between rice fields & the sea 🌅🌊 #NotAnotherRetreat - JoinMyTrip

The Vietnam Experience (Part II): Off the Beaten Path - A Hoi An Villa Escape Beyond the Lanterns & Tourist Trails 🌾🏮 Sunsets between rice fields & the sea 🌅🌊 #NotAnotherRetreat

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Ellis

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Extra Cancellation Days
only for the first TripMate

07 Jun 26 → 20 Jun 26

Guided trip

14 days

10 stops

6 - 8 Mates

Vietnam

What's special?

💎 Premium villa & premium views

🌺 Small group - 10 people max

🧭 Explore culture beyond hotspots

A boutique villa experience for those who seek connection, comfort and the rhythm of slow living in Vietnam’s most enchanting town. ⚡ THIS IS AN EARLY-BIRD OFFER⚡️ available for the first 2 bookings / only until December 31, 2025. For bookings after this period, the price will rise. 🌴 Trip Overview: Wake up surrounded by palm trees and rice fields, and live the good life in Vietnam’s most enchanting lantern town. 🌾 This is not another group trip. It’s a luxury co-living villa stay in Hoi An, designed for travelers who want more than just a holiday: connection, culture and a place to slow down, explore and belong. One of my favorite parts of our journeys are the *Sunset Circles*: casual evening gatherings where we sit together, share highlights or stories, talk about life or simply watch the sky change colors with a drink in hand. It’s a relaxed, real way to connect with good people and golden light. 🌅 🇻🇳✨ THE VIETNAM EXPERIENCE✨: This journey is part of a larger Vietnam travel series ➡️ Check our profile for other editions with different locations, vibes and inclusions. A special discount is available if you’d like to join multiple parts of the experience - just let us know your preferred combination.

💬About me: Hi, I’m Ellis and part of the duo behind "LoveBeyondNations". Together with my partner Mario, we organize unique co-living and travel experiences that blend connection, culture and of course a lot of fun. 🥳 After spending a full month exploring Vietnam, we’ve fallen in love with its warmth, rhythm, and authenticity and now we want to share that feeling with you, that only Hoi An can give you. ✨ This trip isn’t about ticking off sights. It’s about slowing down, living together in a beautiful villa between rice fields and the sea and discovering Vietnam beyond the surface: through food, stories, and shared moments. You don’t need to be a digital nomad to join, just someone who enjoys meaningful travel, authentic places, and a good mix of adventure and relaxation. I’m excited to meet open-minded people who want to connect, laugh, explore and experience Hoi An in a way that feels real, not rushed. 🌾

🏡 Accomodation: • We’ll stay in a stunning private designer villa with 5 bedrooms, a large pool, tropical garden and daily breakfast - nestled quietly right in between Hoi An's beaches and the charming Old Town with view over the ricefields. • Both - city and sea - are just a 5-10 min scooter ride away, or a beautiful ride through charming local villages and greenery on the bicyle. Each room features air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms and one large bed. • High-speed Wi-Fi and several workspaces make it ideal for those who want to blend travel with creativity or remote work. 💻 🛏️ Room Setup: • 4 rooms with queen or king-size beds (ideal for solo travelers open to sharing or couples) • 1 room with two single beds (available on a first-come, first-served basis) Exact bed sizes may vary slightly depending on room layout, but all offer premium comfort and space. Room assignments are made in order of booking - early reservations get priority choice, kindly let us know if you have any preferences. ⚠️PLEASE NOTE: • The price is based on a shared accommodation basis (2 people per room - max 10 people total) • If fewer than 6 TripMates join the trip, a surcharge applies to balance accommodation costs/ or if you wish to have your private room.

What's included?

🏡 Private luxury villa & housekeeping

🍳 Daily breakfast 🚲 Free bicycles

🚐 Airport pick-up

🛕 My Son Sanctuary Sunrise Tour

🏮 Lantern-making & Coffee Workshop

🥢 Private Welcome Dinner at the Villa

🪦Ghosts, Death & Mystery tour

🌅 Sunrise Tour to Local Villages

🎎 Hoi An Memories Show

💚 WhatsApp Group & Planning support

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Hội An

Day 1-14

Hoi An is a UNESCO World Heritage town and one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric destinations. Once a bustling port on the ancient spice trade routes, it blends Japanese, Chinese, and French influences into a living museum of culture and charm. By day, its narrow streets glow with yellow-walled houses and riverside cafés; by night, thousands of lanterns reflect on the Thu Bon River, creating a timeless glow. Surrounded by rice fields and just minutes from the beach, Hoi An is where history meets slow living. Check-in is after 2 PM, if you come earlier you may relax at the pool and leave luggage at the villa in the meanwhile.

Hội An Night Market

Day 14

⬇️ACTIVITIES DURING OUR STAY ARE AS FOLLOW ⬇️ Vietnamese food is the heartbeat of its culture. Fresh herbs, sizzling street stalls, and rich broths that tell stories of generations. On your first day, dive into the local flavors with a guided food tour through Hoi An's best spots. Whether you explore the night market or stroll through hidden alleys during the day, every bite reveals a new layer of Vietnam - from crispy Bánh mì to fragrant phở or local Cao lầu noodles, it’s the perfect way to get to know the city, the people and the soul of the country. Vietnamese cuisine is known to be one of the best in the world.

Lantern Workshop & Lantern Making Class

Day 14

Hoi An’s glowing lanterns aren’t just decoration - they’re symbols of luck, happiness and the light that guides people home. The city’s lantern-making tradition dates back hundreds of years to its time as a bustling port on the Silk Road, when Chinese and Japanese merchants brought their craft to Vietnam. In this lantern-making workshop you’ll learn this beautiful art the local way shaping silk and bamboo by hand, choosing colors that carry meaning and creating your own lantern to take home as a unique handmade souvenir.

My Son Sanctuary

Day 14

The Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary is one of Vietnam’s most impressive ancient sites, a cluster of red-brick Hindu temples built by the Cham civilization over 1,000 years ago. Hidden in a lush valley about an hour from Hoi An, it once served as a spiritual and political center dedicated to the god Shiva. Walking among the weathered ruins at sunrise, surrounded by jungle and mist, feels like stepping back in time.

Hoi An Coffee Making Class

Day 14

Vietnamese coffee is more than just a drink, it’s a ritual that captures the country’s patience, creativity and warmth. Whether brewed slowly through a metal filter, whipped into creamy egg coffee or blended with coconut milk and ice on hot days, every cup tells a story. In this hands-on workshop at "Hoi An Roots / The Bamboo café", a cozy riverside café where everything is made by hand, you’ll learn to brew and taste five traditional styles: black, egg, coconut, salted and layered milk coffee. From the slow drip of the so called "phin" to your first sip of rich, aromatic flavor, you’ll experience Vietnam’s coffee culture the way locals do

Hoi An ancient town

Day 14

Discover a different side of Hoi An as night falls when stories, beliefs, and spirits come together beneath the glow of lanterns. On this walking tour, you’ll explore ancestral houses, hidden pagodas, and quiet alleys where locals still honor their ancestors with daily offerings. Learn about Vietnam’s unique blend of Buddhism, Taoism and folk spirituality and how the past continues to shape everyday life. Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating tales about protective household gods, ancient rituals and the balance between the seen and unseen world.

Loc Yen ancient village, Tien Phuoc

Day 14

A day trip beyond the tourist trail into the hidden veins of Vietnam’s history: Begin the day descending into the Ky Anh tunnel complex, exploring narrow passages once used by villagers to survive and resist during the war, an intense, moving look at Vietnam’s resilience and history. Then, discover the ancient village of Loc Yen, where moss-covered stone paths and wooden houses have stood for centuries. Meet local families, share a home-cooked lunch and wander past rice fields and gardens.

Bãi biển Cửa Đại

Day 14

Soft waves, golden sand, and that quiet local rhythm, Cua Dai Beach is where you slow down. Less crowded than An Bang, it’s perfect for peaceful swims, lazy afternoons or watching fishermen at sunset with a coconut in hand. 🌅 Just 10 minutes from Hoi An’s center, it’s a gentle reminder that not every day needs to be busy - sometimes, the best plan is none at all.

Hoi An Village Tours

Day 14

Wake up before sunrise for a glimpse of Hoi An few people ever see. In the first light of dawn, the town feels almost timeless: fishermen returning with their night’s catch, women sorting fish by lantern glow, the smell of wood smoke and fresh noodles filling the air. We’ll visit quiet riverside villages where families still make fish sauce, rice noodles and rice paper by hand, explore the bustling morning market, and watch life unfold along the Thu Bon River. As the sun rises over the water, we’ll pause for a cup of strong Vietnamese coffee, a perfect and peaceful start before the city awakens.

Hoi An Memories Land

Day 14

🎭 Hoi An Memories Show & Theme Park: Spend half a day stepping into Vietnam’s living history - from ancient streets to river parades and lantern-lit bridges. The theme park opens at 4 PM, giving you time to wander its open-air sets and watch some smaller performances before the spectacular show begins at 8 PM. No need for a buffet ticket or dinner reservation - We’ll find cafés, snack stalls and small restaurants throughout the park to grab a local bite or fresh drink before the show. A memorable finish to our trip.