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My Grandma's Home Cooking with Market Tour and Bicycle Tour in Vietnam, Hoi An

Ngô Quyền 61, Thành phố Hội An, 51000

We offer you more than simply a cooking class. You will embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Hoi An countryside!

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Duration 10 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

French

Group size

1–20 travelers

Full description

I will accompany you during the visit of the great Hoi An market, where you will discover the exotic fruit and vegetables of Vietnam that are used in our tasty cuisine.

We will discuss the numerous culinary and medicinal uses of spices and plants. You will also have the great opportunity to taste local fruit and snack.

After, we will embark by boat ( about 35 minutes trip) to join my family’s village on a small island on the beautiful river of Hoi An. 

Upon your arrival, you will be served a fresh and delicious fruit juice a typical Vietnamese fruit-based drink. While you enjoy your nice drink, you will learn about the authentic Vietnamese countryside life and meet Grandma.

From here, we will go to my family’s home where you will begin your sophisticated cooking lesson. Learn how the rice paper, used in the famous and succulent eggroll, is prepared and learn how to prepare several unique and typical dishes of this great region:

-Banh Xeo (small rice flour crepes) a specialty of Hoi An.

-Grilled, marinated pork brochettes with a special sauce.

-Green papaya salad

-Fish prepared according to a local recipe.

* Vegetarian menu on request: Banh Xeo, Eggplant grilled, Green papaya salad, Mushroom, and tofu.

Once the flavorful meal is prepared, we will enjoy it in my grandmother’s garden. You will also be served pumpkin soup and “Xí Mà“ a dessert (black sesame puding).

We will return to Hoi An by bicycle with a lot of discoveries and surprises. This special 9 km trip will lead you through the breathtaking countryside, with several stops along the way to try out the famous basket boats, and great artisanal traditions. 


During the tour, the guests will be lucky and amazed to discover:

●  local products, fruits, vegetables, herbs, and some more things that can be very strange and you can find in the Vietnamese markets.

● Discover the work with a demonstration of the old tools used to process the rice.

● Make your own rice paper in the traditional way.

● Learn how to prepare 4 dishes. (Vegetarian menu on request)

● Meet the countryside people and understand more about the local life.

● Cycling trip of 9 km (5.5 miles) with a lot of stops for visits.

     ○ Enjoy a river crossing on a local ferry

     ○ Traditional boat-building yards

     ○ How to weave the traditional sleeping mats.

     ○ Traditional Vietnamese countryside house.

     ○ Basket boat builder.

     ○ Testing the basket boat.

     ○ Rice wine family maker.

     ○ The story of the countryside family temple.

     ○ Crossing a floating bridge (when is available).

Itinerary

Discover the Vibrant Market of Hoi An. Immerse yourself in the lively Hoi An market, where flavors, colors, and Vietnamese traditions come alive. Guided by an expert, explore unique tropical fruits, uncover their uses in local cuisine, and learn about their medicinal virtues in traditional healing. With delicious tastings, culinary secrets, and ancestral knowledge, every stall has a story to tell. A sensory-rich experience perfect for awakening your taste buds and curiosity. Book now to dive into the heart of Vietnamese culture!

A Culinary Day in My Grandmother’s Traditional Home. Take a boat ride through the delta of the Hoi An River to reach my village, a small island where you’ll be welcomed with a Sinh Tố, a traditional Vietnamese fruit smoothie. Discover rural life by meeting my 90-year-old grandmother and learning how to make rice paper and use a traditional stone mill. In a bamboo house, prepare and enjoy four local dishes, with a vegetarian menu option available, accompanied by a pumpkin soup and a traditional dessert, the Xi Ma.

An Authentic Cycling Adventure in the Heart of Vietnam. After finishing your cooking class and enjoying your meal, continue the adventure with a bike ride to discover the authenticity of Vietnam. Cycle through a timeless world and marvel at traditional craftsmanship. Meet skilled artisans who build wooden boats using ancient techniques and discover the colorful art of weaving Vietnamese straw mats. You’ll also have the chance to learn the secrets behind crafting the famous round basket boats and make numerous stops filled with discoveries and meaningful encounters. Along the way, observe farmers working in the rice fields and take in the breathtaking landscapes surrounding you. This tour is a true immersion into the culture, craftsmanship, and living traditions of Vietnam – a memorable experience for all lovers of authentic discoveries.

What’s included

Included

  • Meals: 1
  • Welcome drink.
  • Visit Hoi An's Market
  • English and French speaking Teacher.
  • All the food for the meal (vegetarian dishes on request).
  • Use a bike and wear a helmet because we care about you!
  • Bottle of water (more than one !)
  • Recipe book for souvenirs

Not included

  • Additional drink.
  • Inssurances.

Important information

Meeting point

Ngô Quyền 61, Thành phố Hội An, 51000

Don’t forget

During the cycling ride, you will have a lot of stops for visits.We will use only a small countryside concrete road, flat and safe without traffic.Tandem bike available on request (quantity limited).Baby seat (for children up to 23 kg) available on request12 adults max. / groupReturn : 6 pm Sunscreen.Hat or cap (cowboy hat accepted).Sunglasses. (not the disco ones though).

Cancellation policy

100% charge if cancelled within 2 hours of start.

Your host

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With GetExperience since 2026

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