Coffee and lanterns, all in one sitting. This Hoi An class teaches you to brew Vietnamese coffee with a Phin filter and then make a foldable lantern. I love how organized the coffee portion feels, and I also like the upbeat, helpful energy from the team. One thing to plan for: there’s no hotel pickup, so you’ll need to get yourself to 10C Bà Triệu.

In about 3 hours 30 minutes, you’ll learn multiple coffee styles, sip what you make, and finish with a lantern craft session in a comfortable setting with music. With a small group size (up to 20 people), it’s the kind of class where you can ask questions without getting lost in the shuffle.

For $29, you get coffee and/or tea plus snacks, and you leave with your lantern. The meeting point is clear, and the whole flow is designed so you can take your time rather than rush between tasks.

Key highlights at a glance

• Hands-on Phin filter coffee making that shows the method, not just the result
• Several Vietnamese coffee styles including white, egg, coconut, and more
• Coffee during lantern making to keep the craft session relaxed
• Lateen-style lantern craft with a foldable lantern to take home
• Small group size (max 20) for easier instructor attention

A 3.5-hour Hoi An combo: Phin coffee first, lantern craft second

This is a straightforward, feel-good class built around two skills: making Vietnamese coffee and crafting your own lantern. The timing works well if you want something more personal than a quick city tour. You’re not racing from stop to stop—you’re staying in one flow, doing the steps, tasting the drinks, and then switching into hands-on lantern work.

You start at the meeting point at 10C Bà Triệu and the activity ends back there. Expect about 3 hours 30 minutes total, including the coffee session, the lantern session, and the drink-and-snack breaks. The pace is set up so you’re not just watching someone else work. You’ll be making the coffee, tasting it, and later building the lantern.

The value comes from bundling two activities that are usually separate. Coffee lessons give you something to bring home besides photos: a method you can repeat. Lantern making gives you a physical souvenir that’s tied to a skill. And because the lantern part includes time where you sip your coffee while you work, the craft session doesn’t feel like a tense, rushed workshop.

Getting started at the meeting point (and why it matters)

You’ll meet at 10C Bà Triệu, Phường Cẩm Phổ, Hội An, Quảng Nam 560000. There’s no hotel pickup or drop-off, so this is best if you’re already in the area or comfortable making your own way to the meeting point. The listing also notes it’s near public transportation, which helps.

I like tours like this where the location is specific and the start/end are the same place. It cuts down on confusion and time wasted figuring out where everyone meets. If you’re planning your day, treat it like a half-afternoon commitment: arrive a bit early, get settled, and then enjoy the full 3.5-hour run.

The Phin filter coffee lesson: what you actually learn

The coffee portion is built around one main tool: a small metal filter called a Phin. The class presents it like a version of the French press, and the learning goal is practical. You’re not just tasting coffee—you’re understanding the steps that create the final flavor.

What you focus on:

• How the Phin method works to brew a strong, deep cup
• How roast level connects to taste (especially when you pair dark coffee with sweet condensed milk)
• How to combine the steps to create different Vietnamese coffee styles

In other words, the coffee class is about cause and effect. Dark beans aren’t just a flavor label here—they’re part of the workflow. The class also includes the role of sweet condensed milk, which is central to several of the drinks you’ll make.

When the coffee session is run well, you can feel it: you’re given enough structure to follow along, but there’s still room to learn by doing. The reviews consistently praise the organization and the friendly instructors, which fits the way the class is described: step-by-step coffee making, tasting as you go, and then a smooth move into lantern crafting.

The coffee lineup: black, white, egg, coconut, and more

This class doesn’t stop at one drink. You’ll make and taste multiple coffee types, including several that people associate with Hoi An and Vietnam’s coffee culture.

From the class description, you can expect drinks such as:

• Black coffee
• Happy white coffee
• Hue Imperial salt coffee
• Ha Noi capital egg coffee
• Coconut coffee
• Egg coffee (also mentioned alongside the egg coffee style)
• White coffee (also called out in the overview)

That lineup matters for two reasons. First, it prevents the lesson from feeling repetitive. You’re not just making the same coffee with a different label. You get to see how small changes can create noticeably different cups.

Second, it gives you a realistic idea of what you’d want to replicate later. If you like the sweet and creamy direction (often linked to condensed milk styles), you’ll get confirmation fast. If you prefer something more salty or spiced, you can compare that too—especially with a style like the Hue Imperial salt coffee that’s built around salt as a defining element.

The class also notes you’ll sip your creations alongside a cookie at the end of the coffee/lesson flow, in a comfortable atmosphere with good music. It’s a small detail, but it makes the session feel less like a production line and more like an enjoyable break.

Why dark beans and condensed milk are the heart of the method

The class specifically mentions steps for roasting dark beans so they mix perfectly with sweet condensed milk. Even if you’ve never thought about roast levels before, this is useful learning.

Here’s the practical takeaway: this coffee isn’t about a single ingredient. It’s about how the coffee is prepared so it behaves well when paired with sweetness. When beans are roasted darker, the overall cup tends to come across bolder and more intense. Pair that with condensed milk and you get a heavier, smoother profile that many people find comforting.

In a good class, that concept becomes tangible. You’ll taste your way through it while you’re making the drinks. And when you move from one style to another, you can start spotting what changes—stronger base, sweeter finish, or a twist like salt.

If you love food classes where you learn by comparing results, this part will click. It’s not just brewing. It’s learning why the coffee behaves the way it does.

Lantern making at a calmer pace: craft with your coffee in hand

After the coffee, you switch to making a unique lantern. The description calls it a very unique lantern and emphasizes that you’ll create a foldable one to decorate and enjoy after you get home.

The class also builds in a mindset shift: the coffee you made is used during the lantern session to reduce stress while you craft. That might sound like marketing language, but it matches what good hands-on classes do. When you aren’t rushed, and you’re not sitting through long lectures, your hands stay steady and your brain stays calm.

You’ll also take the experience in a comfortable atmosphere with music. For a craft activity, that matters more than you’d think. Lantern making can be fiddly. Lighting is tricky. Materials can be small. A relaxed setting makes the whole process easier to enjoy—even if you’re not “a craft person.”

The lantern you take home is described as foldable, which is a big practical advantage. A foldable souvenir packs better and is less likely to turn into a fragile problem on your flight or bus ride. You’ll want to treat it gently, of course, but foldable design helps.

What you get for $29: value, not just cost

The price is $29 per person for a 3-hour 30-minute class. Included are coffee and/or tea and snacks. Not included: hotel pickup and drop-off.

On value, the key is that you’re buying two experiences in one ticket:

• You’re learning and tasting several coffee types
• You’re making a lantern you can take home

If you tried to do these separately, you’d likely pay more for either a coffee-focused class or a lantern craft session alone. Bundling them is the real money-saver here. Also, you’re not just tasting one drink and leaving with a generic souvenir. You’ll have a multi-step learning moment, then a hands-on craft moment.

The only “cost” to consider is time and logistics. Since there’s no pickup, you may spend time getting to the meeting point yourself. If you’re far from central Hoi An, build that into your planning.

Group size and comfort: small details that improve the class

This experience caps at 20 travelers. I like that limit because it usually means instructors can correct problems and answer questions while you’re working—especially during the lantern part, where one small mistake can snowball.

The class also mentions a comfortable atmosphere and good music. That tends to matter for two reasons:

• You stay in a lighter mood during craft work
• You can listen while instructions are given without feeling stressed

You’ll also get snacks and end with coffee and a cookie, which helps you avoid that mid-afternoon energy dip. It’s not a full meal, but it makes the experience feel complete.

Who should book this class (and who might skip it)

This works best for you if:

• You want a hands-on experience, not just sightseeing
• You like trying multiple coffee styles and learning the method behind them
• You enjoy making small crafts you can take home
• You’re traveling with family and want something that feels welcoming and structured

It may be less ideal if:

• You strongly prefer guided activities that include pickup from your hotel
• You’re short on time and only want a quick stop (this is a real 3.5-hour class)
• You don’t enjoy sweet coffee styles (several of the drinks are paired with condensed milk, based on the class description)

Planning tips so your coffee and lantern day stays smooth

• Arrive a little early so you’re not rushing into coffee making. Starting calmly helps with both tasting and crafting.
• Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a tiny bit messy. Coffee preparation and craft materials can get on your hands.
• If you’re sensitive to strong flavors, note that the class focuses on strong, deep coffee made with a Phin-style method. You can still enjoy it, but go in with the expectation of bold taste.
• Plan your next activity with buffer time. You’ll leave with a lantern, and you’ll want a comfortable path back without squeezing in another rushed stop immediately.

Also, keep weather in mind. The experience requires good weather, and if it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Should you book this lantern and coffee class?

Yes, book it if you want a compact, hands-on experience that actually teaches something. The combination is smart: coffee making gives you a tastable skill, and the lantern workshop turns it into a creative souvenir you can decorate with later. I especially like that the coffee session isn’t one drink only—you make several styles like egg coffee, white coffee, and coconut, plus options like Hue Imperial salt coffee.

Skip it only if you’re unwilling to get yourself to the meeting point or you’re looking for a very short activity. Otherwise, this is a solid use of a few hours in Hoi An—structured, small-group friendly, and built around two enjoyable crafts that fit together naturally.

FAQ

How long is the lantern and coffee making class in Hoi An?

It lasts about 3 hours 30 minutes.

What is the price per person?

The price is $29.00 per person.

What’s included in the experience?

Coffee and/or tea and snacks are included.

Where do I meet, and do I return there?

You start at 10C Bà Triệu, Phường Cẩm Phổ, Hội An, Quảng Nam 560000, Vietnam, and the activity ends back at the meeting point.

Is hotel pickup or drop-off included?

No, hotel pick up and drop-off are not included.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What’s the group size limit?

This experience has a maximum of 20 travelers. Service animals are allowed as well.

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