Wood Carving Art Workshop
Discover the Traditional Art of Vietnamese Wood Carving and Painting. Offering an unforgettable opportunity to create your own work of art while connecting with Vietnam's rich cultural heritage.
Discover the Art of Traditional Vietnamese Wood Carving and Painting
Immerse yourself in the timeless art of Vietnamese wood carving at Lang Cui Lu Driftwood Village. Nestled in the lush Tra Que vegetable village, this unique workshop offers an unforgettable opportunity to create your own handcrafted masterpiece while connecting with Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.
Experience Traditional Vietnamese Sculpture
Wood carving is an ancient art form deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture, particularly in the Kim Bong Carpentry Village of Quang Nam Province, which boasts a 300-year-old tradition. In this workshop, you will learn about the significance of this art while working with recycled driftwood from the floodwaters—materials with rich history and meaning - or a sustainable wood . As you listen to the stories of Vietnam's carpentry history and the craftsmanship of Kim Bong artisans, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for this unique craft.
Your Time to Shine: Carve, Paint, and Create!
Whether you're a beginner or have prior experience, this workshop provides a welcoming space to explore traditional techniques in wood carving and painting.
After a brief introduction to the history of the craft, you’ll receive all the tools and materials needed to create your very own masterpiece. Under the guidance of our expert artisans, you’ll
begin carving and shaping your chosen piece into a unique work of art. Once you’ve completed your carving, you’ll paint and decorate your creation, showcasing your personal style and creativity.
This hands-on workshop is the perfect way to take home a memorable gift from Hoi An, crafted by your own hands. Whether you’re making a gift for a loved one or simply creating something beautiful for yourself, you’ll leave with a special souvenir of your time in Vietnam.
Workshop Price
- Wood Carving & Painting: 800.000 VND/Adult, 600.000 VND/Child (ages 10-14)
- Recycled Wood Painting for Kids 500.000 VND/Child (ages 3 and up)
Traditional Family-Style Lunch
- Add-on Pricing
- 600,000 VND per adult (ages 14+)
- 400,000 VND per child (ages 3-14)
Notes:
- For bookings of 4 or more, please contact us at booking@thedriftwoodvillage.com for discounted group pricing and any special arrangements.
- It is recommended that children under 10 join our Recycled Wood Painting Workshop, a painting-only experience for younger artists.
Workshop
For Kids

Our Recycled Wood Painting for Kids workshop is the perfect helpful experience for younger artists in the family. Led by our talented team, children will have the opportunity to paint on pre-carved wooden pieces from the Lang Cui Lu Collection, crafted by local artisans. This workshop focuses on introducing children to the basics of color blending and teaches them about the world of art and creativity in a safe and fun environment. There are no sharp tools involved, so kids can enjoy their time exploring colors and design without any risk. It’s a great way for younger creatives to express themselves while parents or older children practice wood carving!
Workshop
For Families

Make your Lang Cui Lu workshop experience even more memorable with a traditional family-style Vietnamese lunch at The DeckHouse - An Bang Beach, Hoi An, Vietnam . After a few hour of wood carving and painting, enjoy a delightful lunch by the beach, just a short distance from Old Town Hoi An.
With its outstanding cuisine, beautiful setting, the Deckhouse is the perfect place to relax and refuel with your family. Indulge in traditional Vietnamese flavors and take in the peaceful and fresh atmosphere as you unwind after a creative day.
Why choosing Wood Carving & Painting Workshops at Lang Cui Lu
Crafting Skills
Learn traditional techniques from skilled artisans right in Hoi An.
Creativity
Create your own driftwood artwork and express your personal style.
Space
Peaceful Close to Nature. Enjoy the tranquility of Tra Que village while working.
Bonding
A great experience for the whole family, with activities suitable for children of all ages.
Guests Reviews
MalTorero2025-01-31Very good activity to try in Hoi An This was a real highlight of our time in Hoi An. Both parents and kids (so from 7 to 55 years old!) got completely absorbed in doing the woodwork. Just enough help from the experts. Highly recommended.
Arjunan M2025-01-16Great place We had a family day here on a very rainy day in hoi an. What an amazing sanctuary of a place. We painted some wooden pieces and my kid absolutely loved it tho she did spoil mine which broke me ;)
Anna B2025-01-15Enjoyable painting workshop A wonderful calming experience. We very much enjoyed the painting workshop. My 3 year old loved painting her wooden butterfly. You have the opportunity to pick a beautifully carved wooden sculpture, paint it and take it home. The little village is full of studios and people making and carving. Great to watch and you can purchase if you wish. You can also buy a juice. A very enjoyable morning especially for children. You can just turn up and don’t need to do a tour for this. You are very welcomed by the people working here
Claire M2024-10-28The best experience! This place is amazing! Firstly the staff are incredibly welcoming and attentive. My two sons signed up for a workshop and it was sensational! The level of support they received during the workshop was just the best (my boys are 12 and 9 years old). The level of challenge in the session was so well pitched and the boys learned so much. The woodwork available to view and purchase was so good and being able to observe the staff making and creating was also very cool. The facility is located in a very beautiful location, surrounded by rice fields and bike tracks. Overall a fantastic experience and highly recommended for children who like to make things and enjoy hands on experiences.
dinhngocdu19862024-01-01Wonderful space I am grateful to the owner here for creating a wonderful space for the family. For those who love outdoor space, a spacious space for children, and fresh air, this is the number 1 address in Hoi An.
Trey Majestrom2023-10-25Art Workshop with Local Craftsmen in Rice Paddies at Local Workshop & Gallery Very unique experience working with local carpenters to create wooden art and painting courses. Excellent time working together as a family and learning new skill. Beautiful property filled with recycled wooden art. Worth a visit for workshop or just tour of art galleries.
Dominik O2023-08-23Chilled workshop highly recommended The wood carving workshop is so much fun, we would love to do it again! We can very much recommend it 😊 the place is lovely and the shown art alone is worth visiting. The workshop is well organised and from the welcome drink, the tips and tricks of the artisan and the chilled atmosphere makes it a superb event for half a day 😉 thanks again!
Jessica T2023-08-03Learn the art of traditional Vietnamese wood carving in a beautiful setting with skilled friendly local artists Our visit to the carving workshop was amazing! My 13 year old daughter and I love artistic activities and have always wanted to try carving wood so when we found out there was a traditional workshop in Hoi An we were delighted to sign up 😃 From the moment we arrived we were welcomed by the friendly staff who showed us the galleries and taught us about the history of carving in the area. After exploring the many lovely pieces of art created by local artisans we were introduced to a master carver who assisted us throughout our workshop. We were served delicious refreshing drinks while we discussed the steps of our projects. We selected our wood, picked out a design, sketched our images with pencil and jumped right into carving. Our woodworking master was very patient and helped us whenever we had struggles. The interpreters were very cheerful and answered our many questions about carving and Vietnamese woodworking culture. Once our carvings were finished we were offered the option of painting them with acrylic paint or leaving them natural. My daughter decided to paint her carving and was instructed on the best techniques to achieve the look she wanted. I decided to leave my work unpainted, smoothed the carving with sandpaper and carved my initials on the back. Once our projects were done our interpreter ordered a taxi for us and told us more about art culture in Vietnam. Our finished pieces are gorgeous and we will be so proud to hang them on our wall at home! This experience was very special and we are very pleased 😁 We highly recommend this workshop to anyone who loves art and wants to spend quality time together! Thank you all so much 🙏 We will be back in the future
HoaSF2023-07-09Highly recommended for family with kid Highly recommended for Sunday funday, interactive workshop, many activities for kids. Family with toddlers friendly. Better to make a reservation in advance
Linh T2023-04-12Beautiful location with very cool arts Beautiful space with beautiful artworks! As an artist I can personally vouch for this place. It's a refreshing getaway from the hustle of the Old Town... The staff are very friendly and attentive. Great place for family gathers, visitors who are interested in cultural activities off the beaten path.
Linh Phạm Việt2024-09-01Tạc tượng và tô tượng gỗ
Quỳnh Như Hồ2024-08-31Mình rất ấn tượng khi lần đầu đặt chân đến đây, một không gian nghệ thuật rất độc đáo với nhiều sản phẩm thủ công từ củi lũ như cái tên mộc mạc của điểm đến, vừa mang giá trị ý nghĩa với thông điệp bảo vệ môi trường. Nhóm mình đã tự tay tô một vài sản phẩm để trải nghiệp, và đây là một số thành phẩm của những thợ không chuyên chúng mình nè...
huy hoang trong2024-08-31Xem các nghệ nhân đục đẽo từng miếng gỗ thành những hình ảnh sống động rất cuốn hút luôn ạ. Mới biết làm nên thành phẩm khó chừng nào. Rất thích những sản phẩm ở đây, mới lạ và trừu tượng.
Sơn doãn2024-08-31Đẹp- mát mẽ.
Huyen Pham2024-08-31Khu trải nghiệm nghề thủ công thật hữu ích
Vnplant2024-08-31Trải nghiệm rất thú vị
Trang Nguyen2024-08-31Such a hidden gem in Hoi An. The Driftwood village shows the perfect concept of upcycling the driftwood blended with unique heritage of the ethnic minority group - Co Tu. A large exhibition of wood sculptures in different form of Vietnamese culture, specifically Quang Nam culture in the middle of paddy field. Highly recommend if you want to understand how to add value and preserve the cultural values along with environment.
Thịnh Lê2024-08-31Câu chuyện của củi lũ rất thú vị
Book our workshop now!
Escape the ordinary and create the extraordinary during your visit to Hoi An. Whether you are an art lover or simply looking for a unique activity in Hoi An to enjoy with family and friends, our traditional wood carving and painting workshop is an experience not to be missed. Book today and take home a piece of Vietnam’s heritage, made by your own hands!
FAQs
Starting time & Duration of Workshop
- Starting time: from 8:30 to 15:30
- Duration: approximately 2,5 hours
**Note: the lastest booking shoud be done at least 30' before starting time
Including
- Refreshing towel and a bottle of water on arrival
- Friendly and knowledgeable team to guide you through the process
- All necessary tools and materials for the workshop
- Original souvenir art piece created by you
- Certificate of participation
Important notes
• You must be careful while using sharp tools: children must be supervised by a perent or guardian.
• As carving involves the use of sharp tools, children under 10 years of age are only allowed to draw/colour one of the pre-carved pieces from our workshop.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation 48 hours in advance
50% cancellation fee if less than 48 hours notice