ITA Travel - Vietnam Optional Tour - Hoi An Ancient Town - 1 Day Tour Extension

·Daily, 1 Destination·Starts from Hội An
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Full refund up to 30 days before the tour
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Only 25% prepayment until 30 days before departure

Duration

daily

Max Group Size

15

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

easy

Operated In

English

Tour Overview

Taste the Authentic Flavors of Hoi An

Step beyond the ancient streets of Hoi An and discover the true essence of Vietnamese cuisine through an immersive cooking and cultural experience. From organic herb gardens and lively local markets to hands-on cooking with professional chefs, this journey offers the perfect blend of gastronomy, culture, and countryside charm.

Learn the secrets behind Vietnam’s famous dishes, enjoy a peaceful river cruise, and experience the relaxed beauty of Hoi An like a local.

Why Choose This Experience?

  • Hands-on Vietnamese cooking class with expert chefs from Red Bridge Restaurant
  • Visit the famous Tra Que Organic Village and learn traditional farming methods
  • Explore a local market and shop for fresh Vietnamese ingredients
  • Learn to cook authentic Vietnamese dishes including the iconic Pho
  • Enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the peaceful Hoi An River
  • Experience local culture, countryside life, and authentic cuisine in one tour
  • Perfect for food lovers, culture seekers, and families
  • Taste local herbal drinks and fresh organic ingredients from the village
EducationalFood & Culinary

Route

Starts from

Hội An

Ends in

Hội An

Pickup Location

Hội An

Dropoff Location

Hội An

Tour route map

Highlights

Welcome drink at Hai Scout Café Walking tour through Tra Que Organic Village Visit local homes and traditional gardens Market visit with ingredient shopping experience Cooking class at Red Bridge Cooking School Prepare and enjoy 4 traditional Vietnamese dishes Leisurely river cruise back to Hoi An Ancient Town Dinner at a charming riverside colonial-style restaurant Free evening to explore the magical lantern-lit streets of Hoi An

Itinerary

Today enjoy a delightful cooking session outside the ancient town at Hai Scout Café, led by a chef from Red Bridge Restaurant.

We start the day (8am) with a welcome drink at Hai Café – our meeting point.

Travel by minivan (10 mins) to Tra Que Organic Village, and walk through the market gardens where local farmers work their fields using the traditional methods of hundreds of years ago - no electrical machinery here. We pick fresh saw-tooth coriander and Vietnamese mint for our cooking lesson later, before trying a special herbal drink at a local home.

To the local village market and with shopping list in hand we purchase a range of local ingredients, including star anise, cardamom, sesame rice paper, water spinach and banana flower.

Arriving at Red Bridge Cooking School we have a chance to freshen up before beginning our class. Working together with our Red Bridge Chef we learn the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food from scratch. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional Vietnamese utensils (still in use today) we cook 4 famous dishes, including the national dish ‘Pho’.  

After the class we sit down and a chance to savour the dishes we have prepared. 

Leisurely cruise (25 minutes) along the Hoi An River back to central Hoi An.

Dinner at a local Hoi An Restaurant. Hoi An’s niest one with a lush landscaped garden in a wonderful riverside French colonial house. Free at leisure and explore Hoi An night on your own way. Overnight in Hoi An.

Trip includes

Included

  • 01 overnight accommodation in Hoi An Ancient Town area
  • Comfortable hotel stay with breakfast included
  • Twin or double sharing room arrangement
  • Convenient location for exploring Hoi An by night
Hotel
  • Professional English-speaking local guide throughout the culinary experience
  • Hands-on cooking instruction by an experienced chef from Red Bridge Cooking School

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Vietnamese cooking class with self-prepared lunch
  • Dinner at a charming riverside restaurant in Hoi An
  • Fresh local ingredients and traditional Vietnamese dishes included
    • Minivan transfer from Hoi An town to Tra Que Organic Village
    • Leisurely boat cruise along the Hoi An River back to the Ancient Town
    • Local transportation for market and village visits included
    Coach / BusBoat
    • Entrance fees and sightseeing tickets as mentioned in the itinerary
    • Cooking class and recipe instruction
    • Fresh ingredients and cooking utensils during the class
    • Boat trip on Hoi An River
    • Mineral water during excursions
    • Activity level: Easy
    • Suitable for food lovers, families, and cultural travelers
    • Vegetarian dietary requests can usually be arranged upon prior notice
    • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for village and market visits
    • Cooking class activities are interactive and beginner-friendly
    • Hoi An evening atmosphere is ideal for photography, riverside cafés, and lantern viewing
    • Market ingredients may vary seasonally depending on local availability

    Excluded

  • International and domestic flights are not included
  • Flight booking support available upon request
    • Personal expenses and beverages not mentioned
    • Tips for guides, drivers, and chef instructors
    • Optional activities and personal shopping
    • Any services not clearly stated in the inclusions

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