HOI AN COOKING CLASS: LOCAL MARKET, BASKET BOAT & VIETNAMESE CUISINE

Hoi An 1 Day

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Overview

Discover the flavors and local culture of Hoi An through an enjoyable Vietnamese cooking experience. Start your journey at a traditional local market, where you will explore the vibrant atmosphere and learn about the fresh ingredients commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine.

Continue to the peaceful coconut forest and experience a traditional Vietnamese basket boat ride. Along the way, take part in fun local activities such as fishing and catching crabs while discovering the unique lifestyle of people living along the waterways.

After the outdoor experience, join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class with a local chef. Learn how to prepare several traditional Vietnamese dishes using fresh local ingredients and simple cooking techniques. At the end of the class, sit down and enjoy the delicious dishes you have prepared yourself.

This experience is a great way to combine Vietnamese cuisine, local culture, traditional activities and authentic Hoi An countryside life in one memorable half-day tour.

Note

Please be ready at your hotel lobby 10–15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather and local operating conditions.
Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
Some activities may involve getting wet, so bringing a change of clothes is recommended.
Vegetarian or special dietary requirements should be advised in advance.
Children should be accompanied by an adult.
Basket boat and outdoor activities are subject to weather conditions.
Surcharge applies during public holidays and special holiday periods.
Surcharge applies during public holidays and special holiday periods.

Package options

Highlights

Visit a traditional Hoi An local market
Discover fresh Vietnamese ingredients and local products
Experience a traditional basket boat ride
Explore the peaceful coconut water forest
Try local fishing and crab-catching activities
Join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class
Learn traditional Vietnamese cooking techniques
Prepare authentic Vietnamese dishes with fresh ingredients
Enjoy a delicious meal made by yourself
Experience the local lifestyle away from the busy tourist center

What to expect 1-day itinerary

1 Day 1 HOI AN COOKING CLASS

08:00 – Pick-up Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or designated meeting point in Hoi An and begin your cooking adventure.

08:30 – Hoi An Local Market Visit a traditional local market and discover the colorful daily life of Hoi An residents. Learn about different herbs, vegetables, spices and other fresh ingredients commonly used in Vietnamese cooking.

09:30 – Basket Boat & Coconut Forest Travel to the countryside and enjoy a traditional basket boat ride through the peaceful coconut water forest. Experience the local way of navigating the waterways and admire the natural scenery.

10:00 – Fishing & Crab Catching Take part in fun traditional activities with local fishermen. Try your hand at fishing and catching small crabs while learning more about the traditional lifestyle of local communities.

10:30 – Vietnamese Cooking Class Meet your local chef and begin your hands-on cooking lesson. Learn how to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes step by step, from preparing fresh ingredients to cooking and presenting the food.

12:00 – Enjoy Your Homemade Lunch Sit down and enjoy the delicious Vietnamese dishes you have prepared during the class. This is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy an authentic local meal.

13:00 – Return to Hoi An After lunch, our vehicle will transfer you back to your hotel or designated drop-off point in Hoi An, marking the end of your cooking and countryside experience.

What's included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hoi An
English-speaking tour guide
Transportation during the tour
Entrance fees
Local market visit
Basket boat ride
Fishing and crab-catching experience
Cooking class
Fresh ingredients for the cooking lesson
Lunch
Bottled water
Travel insurance

Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Drinks not mentioned in the inclusions
Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions

Good to know

Confirmation Within 24 hours of your enquiry.
Cancellation Full refund 30+ days before departure, 50% refund 15–29 days before; see our cancellation policy.
Pick-up Hotel pick-up in the city centre is included.
Languages English-speaking local guide.
What to bring Comfortable shoes, a light jacket, sunscreen and a valid passport/ID.

Traveller reviews

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      EXCELLENT  
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   Helen Gemmell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Was a brilliant trip. Was able to see the real Vietnam visiting the rice fields, water wheel, market, weaving and real house.
Guide was excellent - very friendly and informative.
  
 
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   Mai Phạm 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My 3-day trip to Pù Luông was amazing! Stunning rice terraces, peaceful villages, and friendly locals made it unforgettable. The homestay was cozy, and the food was delicious. Trekking through nature was refreshing. A perfect getaway!
  
 
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   Alejandro Lopez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am really impressed with the way this tour operator works. I have traveled to many places in Vietnam and they supported me very well. Thank you for that. If you need a reputable place to travel, contact them. I highly recommend them :)
  
 
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   GAVIN WELCH 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a 3 day 2 night tour in November and Nga Lila was a great tour guide. She was caring and very knowledgeable and her English was excellent. Book a tour and you will be not disappointed. Thanks again.
  
 
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   Shirl 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great tour in Pu Loung with Nga. She was super friendly, informative and just so nice. We had 2 days, walking through a farm, traditional village, cycling, lunch with a family, Buffalo ride, water wheels, rafting. A great experience, highly recommend the tour with Nga.

      EXCELLENT  
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   Ivan S 
 
 
 
 Verified Maravillas de Pu Luong
La experiencia fue genial, sobre todo por la atención y simpatía de Hanna. Sin duda repetía.
  
 
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   Antoine B 
 
 
 
 Verified Une belle journée
Merci a Eddie pour cette super expérience !
  
 
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   Dorte P 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing
Amazing with a wonderful guide Eddie. We enjoyed it a lot.
  
 
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   Vladimir B 
 
 
 
 Verified Hana our tour Guide was outstanding
Hana Was my best guide while in North Vietnam . She had the best English overall, very knowledgeable and a true Nature lover . She went the extra mile to ensure an experimce of True Vietnam .
  
 
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   Sabrina R 
 
 
 
 Verified Lovely experience
My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Eddie who kindly took us around Pu Luong to visit the villages, learning about their history and artwork, followed by trekking, wonderful lunch on a raft and a lovely swim at the waterfall. We really enjoyed our time!
  
 
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   Boyd v 
 
 
 
 Verified Fantastic
Beautiful day! Saw beautiful things, when I come back I will definitely visit it again. Hana guided the day well!
  
 
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   Explore06226362858 
 
 
 
 Verified A Wonderful Day with an Excellent Guide
We had a wonderful day with our guide. He was extremely professional, kind, patient, and pleasant throughout the entire day. He was very knowledgeable, attentive to our needs, and made sure we felt comfortable and enjoyed every moment. We truly had a lovely day with him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent guide. Thank you for making our day so enjoyable and memorable!
  
 
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   Eve s 
 
 
 
 Verified Extraordinary
Hana was an extraordinary guide! Super attentive and friendly! The trip was super complete...from walking through the rice paddies to being able to enter a Thai house where the owners offered us tea...from seeing cotton weaving to having lunch on the raft with delicious food, it will be unforgettable! Thank you very much!
  
 
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   Lea C 
 
 
 
 Verified Half day with Hana
Great experience, thanks to Hana for her good humor, her explanations about the culture of the places visited. The group was great, we had an excellent half day! I recommend it 100% 😁

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DIVI

Divi Travel — Thai Duong Tourism JSC

✓ Verified operator · 15+ years · Hanoi, Vietnam

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HOI AN COOKING CLASS: LOCAL MARKET, BASKET BOAT & VIETNAMESE CUISINE

Overview

Note

Package options

Highlights

What to expect 1-day itinerary

What's included

Good to know

Traveller reviews

About the operator

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