Hanoi Market & Villa Cooking Class: Free Old Quarter Transfer

5.0 (20 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration4h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Hands-on local cooking experiences together like an authentic Vietnamese family
Cooking instructor with excellent English instructions and cultural stories
Vibrant local market tour
e-Recipe sent to email after class
Vegetarian and vegan options for the menu are available
A chance to relax and enjoy your lunch/dinner in a hidden villa

Note: If you prefer a private class for less or more than 10 participants, please contact us for advice on the pricing and itinerary. Our class is organized in the 500m2 local villa with a beautiful garden, which can accommodate up to 45 people.

Our kitchen is not a professional school but rather a cultural hub offering an authentic local cuisine experience. We aim to provide you with a cozy and comfortable cooking environment, much like being part of a family.

What's included

  • Local guide/ experienced English-speaking cooking instructor
  • Local homemade fruit liquor
  • Seasonal fruit after meal
  • Pickup and drop-off from hotel (in Old Quarter)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch or Dinner
  • Free mineral water, herbal tea, welcome drink, and local wine tasting
  • Private transportation upon request
  • Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
  • Soft drinks
  • Souvenir (available to purchase)
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Tips

What to expect

Discover the Heart of Vietnamese Cuisine with Our Hands-On Cooking Class!

Your culinary adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from Hanoi’s Old Quarter. We’ll take you to a bustling local market, where our friendly instructor will guide you through the vibrant stalls and introduce the essential ingredients that define Vietnamese flavors.

After the market tour, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get cooking! In our welcoming kitchen — not a formal school, but a lively cultural hub — you’ll learn to prepare four of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes. All tools, ingredients, and step-by-step instructions are provided.

Once your creations are ready, sit down together to savor the delicious meal you’ve cooked — the best reward for your efforts. Within 24 hours, you’ll also receive a recipe book by email or messaging app, so you can recreate these flavors back home.

Sample Menu:
A curated selection of Hanoi’s favorites that travelers love.
Vegetarian or vegan options are available on request. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions, and we’ll customize the menu accordingly.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If your hotel is outside Hanoi’s Old Quarter, please meet us at 48 Son Tay Street — the entrance to Ngoc Ha Market, where our market tour begins. Look for the black building at the gate; it’s your landmark.

End point

If your hotel is outside Hanoi’s Old Quarter, please meet us at 48 Son Tay Street — the entrance to Ngoc Ha Market, where our market tour begins. Look for the black building at the gate; it’s your landmark.

Pickup details

Please message us your hotel name and address, we will arrange pickup service in the Hanoi Old Quarter.

Note:

We are offering free pick up and drop off at hotels located in the Hanoi Old Quarter. Please always provide us your hotel name and address so that we can arrange the best pick-up/meet-up route.

More specific pick-up time will be informed via mobile phone (WhatsApp/ LINE/ WeChat/ Kakao Talk/ Imessage/ Viber), hotel receptionist, or Viator message before the starting time.

If possible, please provide us your contact number (with the country code). It'd be easier for us to contact you for the pick-up/meet-up. Thank you so much!

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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