Basket Boat and Cooking Class Experience

Discover the traditional Vietnamese way of life through an immersive experience that combines a leisurely basket boat tour and an engaging cooking class. Navigate the serene waters of the Cam Thanh fishing village, explore the water coconut palm forest, and create unique leaf souvenirs. Then, participate in a hands-on cooking class at a local’s home to prepare authentic Vietnamese cuisine. This cultural adventure offers an opportunity to deeply engage with the rich heritage of Vietnam’s coastal communities. Intrigued? Read on to uncover more about this unique experience.

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Key Points

Immersive experience combining a leisurely basket boat tour and an engaging cooking class to discover the traditional Vietnamese way of life.
Learn to navigate the traditional Vietnamese basket boats, ‘thung chai’, and explore the serene waters surrounding the Cam Thanh fishing village.
Visit the water coconut palm forest, catch fish, and create unique leaf souvenirs as part of the hands-on cultural activities.
Participate in a cooking class at a local’s home to prepare authentic Vietnamese cuisine, included as part of the package.
English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and all entrance fees are provided as part of the comprehensive tour experience.

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Experience Overview

This immersive experience combines a leisurely basket boat tour and an engaging cooking class, allowing visitors to explore the traditional Vietnamese way of life.

Participants will discover the iconic Vietnamese basket boats, known as ‘thung chai,’ while navigating the serene waters of the Cam Thanh fishing village near Hoi An. The experience also includes a visit to the water coconut palm forest, where guests can catch fish and create leaf souvenirs.

After the boat tour, visitors will partake in a cooking class at a local’s home, learning to prepare authentic Vietnamese cuisine. This unique combination of activities provides a well-rounded introduction to the rich culture and traditions of this picturesque region.

Activity Details

Participants will first learn to navigate the traditional Vietnamese basket boats, known as ‘thung chai,’ on the serene waters surrounding the Cam Thanh fishing village.

After the boat tour, they’ll visit the nearby water coconut palm forest, where they can catch fish and create unique leaf souvenirs.

Finally, the experience culminates in a hands-on cooking class at a local’s home, where you will learn to prepare authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Under the guidance of an English-speaking tour guide, adventurers will enjoy the vibrant culture and traditions of this coastal region, leaving with a newfound appreciation for the local way of life.

Inclusions

The tour includes a traditional Vietnamese lunch or dinner, as well as cold water and wet tissues for participants’ convenience.

An English-speaking guide accompanies the group throughout the experience, and hotel pickup and drop-off are provided.

Entrance fees are also covered as part of the package.

The experience includes:

A delicious traditional Vietnamese meal, either lunch or dinner
Refreshing cold water and wet tissues to stay hydrated and refreshed
An English-speaking guide to provide information and assistance
Hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience

This comprehensive package ensures a seamless and enjoyable culture during the basket boat and cooking class experience.

Restrictions

Certain restrictions apply for this basket boat and cooking class experience. It isn’t wheelchair accessible, and participants can’t have heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

On top of that, a moderate level of physical fitness is required. This is because the activity involves navigating basket boats and participating in a cooking class at a local’s home.

The tour may also involve visiting a water coconut palm forest, catching fish, and making leaf souvenirs. Given the physical nature of the experience, it’s important that participants are in good health and able to engage in moderate physical activities.

These restrictions help ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.

Booking and Cancellation

Travelers can book the basket boat and cooking class experience for a maximum of 15 people per tour.

A 24-hour advance cancellation policy applies for a full refund.

Tour operators will provide confirmation at the time of booking, though they may cancel the tour due to poor weather conditions.

The booking and cancellation process is as follows:

Maximum group size of 15 travelers per tour
24-hour advance cancellation for a full refund
Confirmation provided at the time of booking
Tours may be canceled due to inclement weather

Getting to the Tour

For the basket boat and cooking class experience, guests typically get picked up from their hotel in Hoi An. The tour operator arranges transportation to the fishing village of Cam Thanh, where the activities take place.

Getting to the Tour	Details
Hotel Pick-up	Guests are picked up from their hotel in Hoi An
Transportation	Shuttle or van transportation is provided to the fishing village
Arrival	Guests arrive at the village of Cam Thanh, the tour’s location
Tour Start	The basket boat and cooking class activities commence upon arrival
Duration	The full tour experience lasts approximately 3-4 hours

The convenient transportation and pickup service ensure a hassle-free start to the memorable basket boat and cooking class adventure.

What to Expect

Upon arriving at the fishing village, guests embark on a hands-on adventure exploring traditional Vietnamese basket boats and seeing a local cooking class. They’ll learn to navigate the iconic thung chai boats, which have been used by fishermen for generations.

The experience also includes:

Visiting a water coconut palm forest to catch fresh fish
Creating unique souvenirs from palm leaves
Participating in a cooking class at a local’s home, where they’ll learn to prepare authentic Vietnamese dishes
Enjoying a traditional Hoi An lunch or dinner, complete with complimentary cold water and wet tissues

This immersive tour offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam’s coastal communities.

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Additional Information

Typically, the basket boat and cooking class experience isn’t wheelchair accessible and requires a moderate level of physical fitness, as participants must navigate the basket boats and engage in various activities. Travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions should avoid this tour.

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.

Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance are eligible for a full refund. However, the tour may be canceled due to poor weather conditions.

Participants can expect to enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch or dinner, as well as cold water and wet tissues throughout the experience. An English-speaking guide will be present to provide information and assistance.

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