Cooking Class in Hoi An with Market Visit and Basket Boat Ride

This small-group tour in Da Nang and Hoi An offers an immersive experience starting with a visit to the colorful Hoi An Market, where you’ll learn how to interact with local sellers and identify key ingredients for traditional Vietnamese dishes. You’ll then take a paddle boat trip in a unique bamboo basket boat through the waterways of Cam Thanh’s nipa palm forest, followed by a hands-on lesson in traditional net fishing and catching “Purple Crabs” in the canal. The tour includes a welcome drink and a cooking class led by a local chef, where you’ll prepare four Vietnamese dishes and enjoy them alongside four prepared side dishes such as morning glory, soup, steamed rice, and dessert. The experience is designed for travelers interested in local culture, cooking, and nature, with all fees, bottled water, an English guide, and transportation included.