Programs
Ways to travel with us
Half-day walks to two-week journeys and trainings, each arranged with local hosts.
Discover a diverse range of programs and tours thoughtfully crafted to align with XomTour's mission and vision of transformative and responsible tourism. Whether you have a few hours or several days, our offerings provide meaningful and flexible experiences tailored to enrich both travelers and local communities. They are grouped by time (half-day, full-day, one to two days, or multi-day), by audience (business to business, and business to customer) and by theme (cultural immersion, sustainability and regenerative travel, educational experiences, and Radical Tours). Whatever your interests and goals, our customizable programs are designed to align with our core values of regeneration, encompassing culture, history, ecology and the local economy.
Step into stories that matter. Our journeys invite you to connect deeply, with people, the land and yourself. Explore meaningful experiences that not only reveal the essence of a place but also contribute to its regeneration: supporting local livelihoods, preserving traditions and nurturing shared environments.
- Choose and askPick a program and send your dates, group and what you want from it. No payment at this stage.
- We reply with a planWe check with the hosts and send you the day, the meeting point and the cost.
- Confirm and comeYou confirm the plan, and it tells you how to pay. Nothing is charged before that.
Programs
Sơn Trà — into the green lung
Sơn Trà peninsula is often called the "green lung" of Đà Nẵng, one of the most diverse and rich ecosystems in Vietnam.
Field to Feast — seasonal rice in the Mekong
Uncle Tư Việt, a farmer born and raised in the traditional rice culture of the Mekong Delta, saw the damage chemical farming did to the environment and the local community.
Eco-Gastronomy Learning Journey in Vietnam
Vietnamese cuisine is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, rooted in centuries-old traditions and shaped by a rich agricultural heritage.
From the history of wars to sustainable futures
Vietnam is a land of extraordinary diversity, of cultures, ecosystems and culinary traditions, with a biodiversity nurtured by land and sea and a deep-rooted farming heritage.
Nam Ô fish sauce — the soul of a village
At the foot of Hải Vân pass, in Hòa Hiệp Nam ward of Đà Nẵng, lies Nam Ô, a 400-year-old fish sauce craft village.
Túy Loan rice paper — a craft through generations
About 15 kilometers southwest of Đà Nẵng, in Hòa Phong commune, lies Túy Loan, one of the city's oldest villages.
The journey of trash — Đà Nẵng's circular story
Trace the lifecycle of trash from its origins to its final destinations.
The history of Đà Nẵng
Walk through time to understand Đà Nẵng's transformation, from its historical roots to its present-day achievements as a thriving and innovative hub.
Đà Nẵng: the most livable city in Vietnam
Discover why Đà Nẵng has earned this title by exploring its history, urban development and the policies that put the well-being of its people first, and learn what has made it a model city in Vietnam.
Urban planning in Đà Nẵng
Uncover the city's vision for sustainable urban development through a deep dive into its planning strategies, its infrastructure, and the challenges of balancing growth with preservation.
Historical cemeteries tour
Explore the untold stories of wars, heritage and local history through the lens of historical cemeteries, uncovering the narratives that shaped the identity of the region.
The immigrants of Đà Nẵng
Hear the unheard stories of the immigrants who have shaped and influenced Đà Nẵng, and learn how their presence contributes to the city's cultural and social fabric.
The journey of the Cu Đê river
Experience the vital role of the Cu Đê river in sustaining livelihoods, and its wider ecological importance to Đà Nẵng.
The alternative education movement
Dive into the initiatives driving alternative education in Đà Nẵng and Vietnam.
Social and solidarity economy in Vietnam
Engage with models of social and solidarity economy, and explore how they offer sustainable and inclusive alternatives to conventional economic systems.
Vietnam's neoliberal shift
Examine the effects of neoliberal policies on Vietnam's development, and their social and economic implications for local communities and industries.
Riversity — life, learn & livelihood on the Thu Bồn
Hội An was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on December 4, 1999.
Wandering Around Hội An — community-based learning
Hội An is a city of contrasts, blending ancient heritage with forward-thinking innovation.
Pilgrimage to Vietnam — journey back in time for peace
A study tour and exchange program that brings youth from South Korea together with members of Vcil Community in Vietnam, to explore the social, historical and cultural ties between the two nations.
Beyond the Ordinary — alternative education & sustainable futures
A journey through Central Vietnam — Đà Nẵng, Huế and Hội An — to meet the people working in alternative education and in the care of children and adolescents, and the social enterprises and community initiatives around them.
Regenerative Tourism Practitioner
For hospitality providers, guides and changemakers: community learning tourism in practice at Hòa Bắc, with the Cơ Tu community and the Cu Đê river basin as the classroom.