Hoi An: Market Tour, Basket Boat Ride and Cooking Class

Hoi An is a captivating destination that offers a unique blend of culture and culinary exploration. This 4-4.5 hour adventure takes travelers on a journey through the vibrant market, a thrilling basket boat ride, and an engaging cooking class. Visitors can expect to learn from a skilled chef, prepare five traditional Vietnamese dishes, and enjoy the convenience of included pickup and drop-off. With vegetarian options available, this activity caters to a wide range of dietary preferences, promising a delightful experience for all. What awaits beyond the market’s bustling stalls and the river’s gentle currents?

Key Points

• A 4-4.5 hour immersive cultural experience in Hoi An, including a basket boat ride, market tour, and hands-on cooking class.
• Participants can prepare five traditional Vietnamese dishes, with vegetarian options available.
• The experience includes pickup and drop-off, an English-speaking guide, and a provided lunch or dinner.
• Additional fees may apply for certain group sizes, holidays, and resort locations.
• Participants receive recipes at the end of the experience to recreate the dishes at home.

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Activity Overview

The "Hoi An: Market Tour, Basket Boat Ride and Cooking Class" activity offers a comprehensive immersion into the local culture and cuisine.

A comprehensive immersion into the local culture and cuisine of Hoi An through a market tour, basket boat ride, and cooking class.

This 4-4.5 hour experience costs from Kč 679 per person, with the option to reserve and pay later. Guests can enjoy a basket boat ride in Cam Thanh fishing village, a market tour to gather ingredients, and a cooking class to prepare 5 authentic Vietnamese dishes.

Vegetarian options are available upon request. The activity includes hotel pickup and drop-off, an English-speaking guide, and lunch or dinner.

Certain dates incur an additional fee, and pickup from select resorts may have extra charges.

Highlights and Experience

This immersive experience offers a variety of activities that allow visitors to discover the rich cultural heritage and authentic cuisine of Hoi An.

Guests will enjoy:

• A basket boat ride through the serene Cam Thanh fishing village, providing a glimpse into the local way of life.

• A guided market tour to select fresh ingredients for the cooking class.

• A hands-on cooking session with a skilled chef, where they’ll prepare five traditional Vietnamese dishes, including Hoi An’s renowned specialties like fresh spring rolls and rice pancakes.

Vegetarian options are available upon request, ensuring a fulfilling culinary journey for all.

Tour Details

For added convenience, pickup and drop-off at the hotel are included. The tour also provides an English-speaking guide to lead the way.

Pickup and drop-off at the hotel are included, with an English-speaking guide to lead the way.

Travelers can expect a basket boat trip and ticket to be part of the experience. Lunch or dinner, along with a welcome drink and cold water, are also included.

However, there are additional pickup fees depending on the group size. These range from 250,000 VND for 1-2 people up to 400,000 VND for 5-12 people.

The tour isn’t suitable for individuals over 95 years old, and there are extra fees on specific holidays.

Pickup and Additional Fees

Optional pickup and drop-off at the hotel is provided, though there are additional fees depending on the group size.

For a group of 1-2 people, the extra pickup fee is 250,000 VND per one-way trip.

For a group of 3-4 people, the fee is 300,000 VND per one-way trip.

For a group of 5-12 people, the fee is 400,000 VND per one-way trip.

The tour isn’t available from certain resorts, including Vinpearl Resort Golf Nam Hoi An, Hoiana Resort, and Bliss Resort.

An additional 100,000 VND per person fee applies on 01/01, 30/04, and 01/05.

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Inclusions

The tour includes pickup and drop-off at the hotel, with an English-speaking guide accompanying participants throughout the experience.

A scenic basket boat ride in the Cam Thanh fishing village is part of the itinerary.

Lunch or dinner is provided, featuring a cooking class where guests learn to prepare five authentic Vietnamese dishes, including Hoi An spring rolls, rice pancakes, and a fresh papaya salad.

Welcome drinks and cold water are also included.

The tour concludes with the provision of the recipes, allowing participants to recreate the dishes at home and remember their culinary adventure.

Suitability and Additional Fees

This tour may not be suitable for people over 95 years old. However, most travelers should find this experience enjoyable and accessible.

This tour may not be suitable for people over 95 years old, but most travelers should find it enjoyable and accessible.

Some additional fees to be aware of include:

• An extra 100,000 VND per person on certain holidays like January 1st, April 30th, and May 1st.

• Pickup fees ranging from 250,000 to 400,000 VND per one-way trip, depending on group size.

End of Tour

At the end of the tour, participants are dropped off at their hotel and provided with the recipes for the authentic Vietnamese dishes they learned to prepare during the cooking class.

This ensures travelers can recreate the delicious meals at home, allowing them to relive the Hoi An culinary experience.

The tour concludes by empowering participants with the knowledge and instructions to make Hoi An specialties like fresh spring rolls, fried spring rolls, rice pancakes, and green papaya salad.

With the recipes in hand, the Hoi An flavors can be enjoyed long after the tour ends.

Booking and Availability

Before booking the Hoi An tour, travelers should confirm the starting times and participant numbers to ensure availability.

Travelers should confirm starting times and participant numbers for the Hoi An tour to ensure availability.

The tour can accommodate a range of group sizes:

• For 1-2 people, an extra pickup fee of 250,000 VND one-way applies.

• For 3-4 people, the extra pickup fee is 300,000 VND one-way.

• For 5-12 people, the extra pickup fee is 400,000 VND one-way.

Plus, there’s a 100,000 VND per person surcharge on 01/01, 30/04, and 01/05.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Dress Code for the Cooking Class?

There is no specified dress code for the cooking class. Casual, comfortable clothing is recommended, as you will be actively involved in food preparation. Specific attire guidelines are not mentioned in the activity overview.

Can the Cooking Class Accommodate Dietary Restrictions?

The cooking class can accommodate vegetarian options upon request. The menu features five authentic Vietnamese dishes, and the chef is happy to modify the menu to cater to dietary restrictions or preferences.

Is Photography Allowed During the Activities?

Photography is generally allowed during the activities, as long as it doesn’t disrupt the experience or intrude on others. Participants should be mindful and respectful when taking photos during the market tour, boat ride, and cooking class.

Can Participants Keep the Aprons or Other Souvenirs?

Participants can typically keep the aprons worn during the cooking class as souvenirs. However, it’s best to check with the tour provider for any specific policies on retaining items from the experience.

How Much Time Is Allocated for the Market Tour?

The market tour portion typically lasts around 1 hour, allowing participants to explore the local market and gather ingredients for the cooking class. The overall activity runs for 4-4.5 hours in total.

Recap

This immersive Hoi An experience offers a unique blend of culture and culinary exploration. Visitors will delight in the vibrant market tour, thrilling basket boat ride, and hands-on cooking class, where they’ll learn to prepare authentic Vietnamese dishes. With convenient pickup and drop-off, this activity ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience for all.

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