Hanoi Hidden Villa: Make Floating Cake & Taste Fresh Lotus Tea

5.0 (265 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration2h 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 100 travelers

Overview

Explore the rich culture behind Bánh Trôi & Premium Lotus Tea

Hands-on dough crafting and natural coloring techniques

Savor rare, artisan West Lake Lotus Tea (Trà Sen Hồ Tây)

Set in a peaceful garden villa courtyard, a true hidden gem

A meaningful experience that supports local children’s education

What's included

  • An interactive cultural storytelling and Q&A session about Hanoi's heritage and tea traditions
  • Savor your sweet, handmade Bánh Trôi paired perfectly with artisan tea
  • All fresh, natural ingredients needed to knead, color and shape your own traditional Bánh Trôi.
  • Enjoy the full experience in English, led by a passionate cultural storyteller.
  • The experience takes place in a fully air-conditioned room for your comfort.
  • Premium, authentic West Lake Lotus-scented tea for the traditional Vietnamese Tea Ceremony
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

Escape Hanoi’s bustle into a hidden garden villa for a peaceful culinary and cultural journey. You will step into a serene courtyard, meet your host, and enjoy a warm welcome while discovering the fascinating origins of Bánh Trôi - Vietnam's traditional floating rice cakes.

Next, dive into a hands-on workshop where you will learn the art of kneading, coloring with natural ingredients, and shaping the delicate dough around sweet palm sugar rocks.

After crafting your cakes, you will transition into the elegant world of a Vietnamese Tea Ceremony. Learn the ancient art of brewing and tasting premium West Lake lotus-scented tea. Finally, sit back, relax, and savor your warm, handmade Bánh Trôi paired perfectly with the aromatic tea. Through cultural storytelling and an interactive Q&A session, this experience transforms from a cooking class into a meaningful connection with Vietnamese heritage.

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Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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