BAMBOO BOATS & COOKING CLASS

All aboard Hoi An's iconic bamboo basket boats for this must-do Vietnam experience! Daily morning and afternoon departures from our FUSE Old Town Hostel & FUSE Beachside Hostel in Hoi An.

Indulge in this mouthwatering half-day journey that beautifully combines Hoi An's culinary heritage with local life. Experience vibrant markets & traditional style travel aboard a bamboo basket boat tour. Venture into the coconut river kitchen to get cooking, creating many delicious dishes!

Under the guidance of a Master Chef, you'll unlock the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine, from discovering ingredients at the market to grinding your own rice paper to use when making your own spring rolls! No matter your cooking skill level, beginners to seasoned cooks are welcome.

Dive into a culinary & cultural delight - the Hoi An Coconut River Bamboo Boats & Cooking Class experience!

OVERVIEW:

4-5 HOUR MARKET VISIT, BASKET BOAT FLOAT, AND GUIDED COOKING CLASS Morning & afternoon departures

This half-day trip combines food heritage and local life in Hoi An. Participants learn secrets of Vietnamese cuisine from a Master Chef, travel via traditional bamboo boat, and observe local life from the river to the kitchen.

Includes:

1. Bamboo basket boat ride
2. Buying ingredients at a local market
3. Cooking class with traditional Vietnamese dishes
4. Unlimited juice

ITINERARY:

1. Start your culinary adventure at the famous central market, where your knowledgeable tour-guide/chef has all the info to help you understand the ingredients used in Vietnamese cuisine.
2. Experience the traditional way of navigating rivers and mangroves with a fun basket boat ride, just like the local fishermen have done for centuries.
3. Test your skills in throwing nets and catching crabs, or jump on the karaoke boat and belt out a tune!
4. Disembark your basket boat at an authentic bamboo stilt house, where you'll enjoy refreshments and learn about ancient food-making techniques, including making fresh rice paper!
5. Get hands-on in a beautiful open-air kitchen as your chef guides you through the preparation of four delicious traditional Vietnamese meals. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, you'll have a fantastic time.