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🏞 ️ Spiritual Cultural Heritage Tour: The sacred soul of mountains and rivers - Au Lac

🔍 Overview

• Duration : All day (08:00 – ~18:00)
• Location : Au Lac Cultural Space - Thu River, Ngoc Mountain, Go Noi, Quang Nam
• Group size : Small group, minimum 2 guests
• Topics : Traditional Vietnamese culture, sacred philosophy, art and rural life
• Pick up : From your hotel in Hoi An, Da Nang

🧭 Detailed itinerary

• Discover 4000 years of Vietnamese history through 9 carved wood masterpieces symbolizing 5 great doctrines: Building the nation, Nurturing the nation, Saving the nation, Governing the nation, Unifying the nation
• Participate in the sacred ceremony “Kien Son Ha Xa Tac” – symbolizing the harmony of heaven, earth and human
• Reflect on the message of peace and national destiny through symbols such as Saint Giong and the Sword of King Le Loi |
  | 10:30 – 11:00 | Visit the Contemporary Wood Sculpture Gallery by next generation artist Tran Duy |
  | 11:00 – 11:30 | Visit the Au Lac craft workshop – watch artisans at work |
  | 11:30 – 12:15 | Wood Sculpture Experience – Carve a personal souvenir with the guidance of master artisans |
  | 12:15 – 13:30 | Enjoy the “Sacred Jackfruit Meal” – a 7-course vegetarian lunch with fresh jackfruit and herbs from the garden.
• Artist Tran Thu shares cultural stories about jackfruit trees in Vietnamese life and carpentry |
  | 13:30 – 14:30 | Visit the Driftwood Sculpture Garden by the Lake
• Admire the Shennong Statue, Cham Hill, Hoi An's Quintessence, the "Go Noi" sculpture
• Visit Shennong Herbal Garden , home to over 100 types of medicinal plants
• Enjoy fresh tea leaves and watch the performance of the monochord by artist Huynh Cong Vinh |
  | 14:30 – 15:30 | Take a short break at Au Lac homestay |
  | 15:30 – 17:00 | Experience cycling to explore the countryside
• Visit Phu Bong market, once the most bustling rural market in Quang Nam
• Watch local farmers work in the Go Phu Nam rice fields
• Learn about the ancient silkworm farming and silk production in Van Buong village |
  | 17:00 – 18:00 | Return to Au Lac, visit the souvenir shop and get on the bus to Hoi An, Da Nang – end of tour |

🌟 Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Vietnamese spirituality and philosophy through sacred art
• Participate in the rare ritual of Heaven-Earth-Human union
• Enjoy a peaceful vegetarian meal with 100% natural jackfruit and local herbs
• Explore symbolic sculptures and herbal wisdom at Au Lac
• Cycle through the countryside and reconnect with rural traditions
• Ideal for those seeking depth, peace and meaningful cultural encounters

Include:

• Round trip transportation from Hoi An
• All entrance fees at Au Lac Cultural Space
• Wood carving workshop & souvenirs to take home
• Sacred Jackfruit Vegetarian Lunch
• Herbal tea & live music
• Cycling trip in the countryside
• Local guide
• Travel insurance

Not included:

• Personal expenses
• Tips (optional)

ℹ️ Notes & Things to Bring

• Suitable for guests aged 10 and over
• No previous sculpting or cycling experience required
• Bring:
  • Sun hat, light jacket, sunscreen
  • Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Some cash for discretionary purchases

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