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World School Camp - Vietnam
Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam
Feb 27 - Mar 6, 2026
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A$799
Deposit: A$50

About your trip

If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your family holiday into something deeper—this is it.

Our Vietnam World School Camp invites families to discover, learn, and connect through meaningful, kid-paced adventure in Central Vietnam.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who It’s For

Families who want to travel with purpose—homeschoolers, worldschoolers, and anyone ready to give their kids something more than sightseeing. You’ll join like-minded families from around the world, with built-in playmates for the kids and new friendships for parents too.

💛 What You’ll Experience

  • Learn by doing: craft lanterns and conical hats, make pottery, weave mats, and learn to cook Vietnamese dishes with a local chef.

  • Cultural connection: join an English reading and art exchange with Vietnamese children—real friendships across languages.

  • Festive magic: experience Hoi An’s famous Full Moon Lantern Festival with a family-friendly route.

  • Kid-friendly pace: short walks, built-in rest time, daily pool fun, and relaxing beach days.

  • Parent time, too: optional coffee workshops and spa time while the kids enjoy supervised villa fun.

Everyday blends fun, education, and connection—so your children come home with new skills, keepsakes, and confidence.

Accommodation: Hoi An Village Villas

Vooc Signature Hotel Hoi An is a fresh, boutique base in Cam Chau—quiet and local, yet just a quick ride to the Ancient Town and Night Market. Rooms are clean and modern with options that actually work for families.

Mornings are easy with a buffet breakfast included, and there’s an outdoor pool where your children can cool off between adventures.

You’re steps from everyday Hoi An life—markets, river paths, and small eateries—so learning moments happen on your doorstep, not just on tours. Practical touches like reliable Wi-Fi and friendly staff make it simple to settle in.

Meals

buffet Breakfast is included each morning at the villas, giving families an easy start to the day.

other meals included are

  • Welcome group dinner

  • Some catered shared lunches

  • Pizza and pool party at the villa's

  • Shared light supper with the An’s Reading group shared supper

  • Cooking class lunch - kids eat what they cook

What to Pack

  • Documents & Money
    Passports and visas (plus digital copies), travel insurance, flight and hotel confirmations. Bring a wallet with cards and some Vietnamese dong for local purchases and tips.

  • Tech & Power
    Universal adapter, chargers, power bank, and devices with offline maps or translation apps downloaded.

  • Clothing
    Light, breathable outfits for warm weather; one modest outfit covering shoulders/knees; swimwear and a rain jacket. Comfortable shoes for walking and closed-toe shoes for workshops.

  • Health & Safety
    Sunscreen, insect repellent, hand sanitiser, basic medications, and a small first-aid kit. Don’t forget any prescriptions.

  • Day-to-Day Gear
    Refillable water bottles, a small backpack, quick-dry towel, sunhat, and reusable tote for markets.

  • Workshops & Cultural Days
    Notebook and pencils for journaling, small zip bags for wet items, and a dry bag for the coconut-boat ride.

  • A small token gift of Art Supplies for Day 3

What's included

Accommodation

7 nights in family friendly private accommodation

Daily Breakfast

Buffet Breakfast included each morning.

Private Transport

combination of open-air electric vehicles, and Air-conditioned vehicles (either a car, mini-van or bus) with a driver for all transfers and sightseeing.

English Guides

Private English-speaking guides throughout the trip specifically for our group..

Entrance Fees

All entrance tickets listed in the itinerary are included.

Itinerary Tours

Guided tours at the lantern festival, old town Hoi An walking tour, cultural performances, Danang Museum

Community Experience

Travel with like-minded families with a "school camp" vibe, new friends guaranteed

Camp T-Shirt or Hat

Each child receives a World School Camp T-shirt or hat to wear during the trip and take home as a keepsake.

What's not included

International Flights

Flights to and from Vietnam are not included in the tour price.

Additional Transfers

Extra transfers outside the ones outlined in the itinerary.

Lunch & Dinner

most lunches and some dinners.

Drinks

Soft drinks, bottled water, and alcoholic beverages.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is required but not included.

Visas & Passports

Visa fees, passport costs, and related paperwork are your responsibility. We will assist you with getting your visa for this trip, please budget around $40USD per person for this.

Tips & Gratuities

Tips for guides, drivers, and villa staff are not included.

Personal Expenses

Souvenirs, laundry, snacks, and other personal items.

Optional Activities

Any experiences not listed in the final itinerary, such as the coffee making experience, fitted tailor service and day spa treatments.

Day 1 - Fri 27th Feb

Day 1 - Fri 27th Feb image

Arrival & Welcome Evening

Theme: Settle In & Start Slow
After landing in Da Nang, our local driver will meet you for a private transfer to Hoi An. Vehicle sizes (4-, 7-, or 16-seater) will be matched to each family.

Note: Airport transfers are arranged after you share your flight details with your hosts and are an additional but very affordable expense.

Once at our villa, take time to unpack, swim, or stretch after the flight.
Evening is free for local dining—wander to nearby eateries or simply rest.


Families arriving early can enjoy an optional stroll through the neighbourhood markets to begin soaking up Hoi An’s charm.

Inclusions – Accommodation & airport transfer arrangements.

Day 2 - Sat 28th Feb

Day 2 - Sat 28th Feb image

Old Town Stories & Pottery Hands

Theme: History Comes Alive


Morning brings a guided walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town—complete with transfers, entrance tickets, bottled water, and stories that captivate kids.


After a local set-menu lunch, we visit Thanh Ha Pottery Village for a hands-on experience in traditional clay-making where children will be able to hand craft their own pieces. They will learn how to shape, mould, glaze, and learn about the firing process in the kiln. (Children's work will be delivered to the villa at the end of the camp ready to take home).

As the sun sets, our Welcome Buffet Dinner unites all families for food, music, and friendly introductions.


This day is about connecting—first to the city, then to one another.

Inclusions – Guided Old Town tour, lunch, Thanh Ha workshop, Welcome Dinner.

Day 3 - Sunday 1st March

Day 3 - Sunday 1st March image

Cultural Exchange & Museum Day

Theme: Perspective & Connection


Our Cultural Exchange Day takes families to Da Nang for collaborative activities with local children as they explore their artistic talents.

This program is run by a grassroots charitable organisation that gives children from nearby fishing villages the opportunity to come together through art and connect with kids from other countries and cultures.

The program is free and runs every Sunday. Visiting families are invited to bring a small donation of art supplies to help keep it thriving, so please come prepared with a few items to gift.

After a catered lunch, a local guide leads the journey to the Da Nang Museum where children explore Vietnam’s layered history through exhibits that share about Vietnams formative years as a nation and the many global influences and impacts that have helped shape it into the country it is today.

NOTE* the Da Nang Museum has many exhibits that share about the impacts of war, a few of these exhibits may not be appropriate for children under 10.

Back at the villa parents may opt for a spa experience while the kids play and grow friendships.

Inclusions – Transfers Hoi An–Da Nang, guide, museum entry, catered lunch. Optional: spa experience.

Day 4 - Monday 2nd March

Day 4 - Monday 2nd March image

Lantern Festival Day

Theme: Creativity & Cultural Traditions


Start with a gentle cycling tour to Cam Kim Village—flat terrain, safe for all ages.
Families learn local crafts: noodle-making, mat weaving, basket weaving, and wood carving.


Afterward, enjoy a colourful conical-hat-painting session with local artisans.
Evening unfolds in Old Town for dinner (own cost) before our magical Lantern Boat Ride, where families release lanterns across the river under thousands of glowing lights.


A local guide accompanies the group to ensure a relaxed, memorable night.

Inclusions – Cycling tour, craft experiences, hat painting, lantern boat ride, evening guide.

Day 5 - Tues 3rd March

Day 5 - Tues 3rd March image

Villa Craft Day & Bamboo Circus

Theme: Imagination & Performance


Morning at the villa begins with a Lantern-Making Workshop—each family crafts a 30 cm keepsake lantern while learning about the history and meaning behind the many lanterns in Hoi An, and why lanterns are not so prevalent across other places in Vietnam.


After the fun and focused craft activity, children can have fun with a Pizza Pool Party shared at the villa.


Afternoon brings downtime or the optional Coffee Workshop, a sensory treat for older kids and parents alike.


Evening highlights the awe-inspiring Bamboo Circus (AHH Show) from 18:00–19:00, followed by a late dinner at leisure.


It’s a day of artistry—hands-on, tasty, and theatrical.

Inclusions – Lantern workshop, villa lunch, Bamboo Circus show. Optional: Coffee Workshop.

Day 6 - Wed 4th March

Day 6 - Wed 4th March image

An’ Reading & Optional Activities

Theme: Reflect, Recharge & Read


A slower pace today allows families to follow their rhythm—optional activities, beach day (our local guide will share the perfect spot), or simply rest, relax or swim at the Villa.


Late afternoon we gather for An’ Reading at Zen Library (5 pm – 7 pm) for our second cultural exchange where children will meet with local school children with a passion to learn English. Children are encouraged to share stories, read together, and enjoy conversation.

This free program gives local children in Hoi An a chance to strengthen their English-as-a-Second-Language skills through storybooks and friendly conversation with visiting English speakers. It’s led by a dedicated mum who volunteers her time and regularly opens her home several times a week.

For our visit, we’ll hire a private room at the local library to welcome participating families, and we’ll share a light supper while chatting with parents about this wonderful program.


Some snack will be provided at the villa, before a late catered dinner.

Inclusions – Zen Library venue, early villa dinner, light supper. Optional activities at own choice.

Day 7 Thurs 5th March

Day 7 Thurs 5th March image

Market to Table & Memories Show

Theme: Taste & Tradition


Today blends culture with flavour.


We begin at a local market and nearby farm where a chef will guide families through the flavours of local produce and collect the essential ingredients needed for the morning's activities. After a joyful coconut basket-boat ride a hands-on cooking class will see families prepare their own Vietnamese Lunch.


Later we collect pottery creations from earlier in the week—a satisfying full-circle moment.


Evening brings the grand Hoi An Memories Show, a dazzling open-air performance retelling the region’s story through dance, music, and light.


The perfect finale to a week of discovery.

Inclusions – Market & farm visit, boat ride, cooking class, pottery collection, Memories Show.

Day 8 - Friday 6 March

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Farewell Hoi An

Theme: Reflection & Goodbye


Departure day arrives too soon!


Private Da Nang airport drop-off vehicles (4-, 7-, or 16-seater) will be arranged once your flight details are shared.

Note: Transfers are an additional, low-cost expense arranged directly with your hosts.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, one final swim, or a quick wander through the neighbourhood.


Families often use this time to reflect on lessons learned, exchange details with new friends so they can remain in touch.


We’ll say our warm goodbyes and look forward to seeing you on your next Dream Big Journey.

Inclusions – Airport transfer arrangements & assistance.

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1. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam

Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam

About your organizer

Dream Big Travels helps families turn travel dreams into real adventures. As a world schooling family of six, we design safe, meaningful trips and host World School Camps—fully guided, community-rich itineraries that blend learning, culture, and fun. With personalized planning and trusted partners, we plan every journey as if it were our own—so you can build memories, strengthen bonds, and inspire your kids through the world.

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