Da Nang’s cooking classes combine practical kitchen skills with authentic Vietnamese cultural experiences. Most memorable options include a focused 5.5-hour lantern workshop (perfect for craft lovers), and a peaceful basket boat excursion featuring crab fishing in coconut forests. For foodies, hands-on cooking sessions use fresh local ingredients to create traditional central Vietnamese dishes. The countryside bike tour stands out by mixing cycling with farming activities and visits to aromatic herb gardens. Small groups and English-speaking guides make these experiences accessible and personal. Let’s explore our favorite culinary tours in detail.
Key Points
- The Cooking Class Highlights provide hands-on preparation of authentic Vietnamese dishes, focusing on traditional cooking methods and local flavors.
- The Cooking Class experience includes gathering ingredients from local markets and the Tra Que herb garden, with the option to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- The Countryside Bike Tour offers an opportunity to explore Hoi An’s serene countryside, visit the Tra Que herb garden, and participate in farming activities.
- The Basket Boat Experience provides a peaceful ride through the water coconut forest and insight into local fishing techniques, as part of the cooking class and countryside bike tour.
- The Lantern Making Workshop is a 5.5-hour immersive cultural experience in Da Nang, where participants can create colorful lanterns in a small-group setting led by an English-speaking guide.
Lantern Making-Basket Boat-Happy Cooking Class
Start your day with an immersive cultural experience in Da Nang. Spend 5.5 hours exploring lantern making, basket boat riding, and cooking local delicacies. This small-group tour, limited to 10 participants, is led by an English-speaking guide.
Begin with a visit to the local market to gather ingredients for your cooking class. Then, venture into the water coconut forest for a peaceful basket boat ride.
At the cooking class, you’ll learn to make Vietnamese staples like Pho Bo, Banh Xeo, Banh Cuon, and Che. After a satisfying meal, transfer to a lantern making workshop to create your own colorful lantern.
Priced from €28.35 per person, this experience includes transportation, tour insurance, meals, and all activities. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated.
With a 4.9/5 rating based on 75 reviews, this is a must-do for anyone seeking an authentic culture in Da Nang.
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Countryside Bike Tour, Basket Boat and Cooking Class
Explore the serene countryside of Hoi An on a bicycle tour, then learn about the tranquil waters of the Bay Mau coconut forest on a basket boat. This 4-5.5 hour experience offers a glimpse into the daily lives of local farmers.
At the Tra Que herb garden, you’ll learn to rake, sow, water, and pick herbs alongside the farmers. Continue to the Hoi An market to gather ingredients for a hands-on cooking class where you’ll prepare 4 traditional Vietnamese dishes.
During the basket boat ride, try your hand at crab fishing as you glide through the water coconut forest.
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, and all necessary equipment. Priced from Kč 740 per person, this small-group experience allows you to fully immerse in the culture and natural beauty of the Hoi An region.
With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, you can book now and pay later to secure your spot on this memorable countryside adventure.
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The Sum Up
Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Da Nang with these hands-on cooking classes. Learn to create authentic Vietnamese dishes, explore the local markets, and learn about the city’s rich culture. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cook, these classes offer a unique opportunity to deepen your appreciation for the flavors of Da Nang.