The Ultimate 15-Day Vietnam Culinary Tour: A Food Lover’s Journey

Embark on the ultimate 15-day Vietnam Culinary Tour, a journey crafted to immerse you in the heart of Vietnam’s incredibly rich and diverse food culture. From the bustling streets of Hanoi in the North to the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City in the South, you’ll savor an array of mouth-watering dishes, delve into the secrets of local ingredients, and master the art of preparing authentic Vietnamese traditional cuisine. This comprehensive tour is designed for true food enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable and authentic taste of Vietnam.

A Culinary Journey Across Vietnam: Tour Highlights

Northern Delights: Hanoi & Halong Bay

Your Vietnam culinary adventure begins in the bustling capital of Hanoi. Here, you’ll dive straight into a hands-on cooking experience at The Chef of Spices Garden Restaurant. Beyond the kitchen, immerse yourself in local life with a visit to a vibrant market, savor authentic Vietnamese Pho, and observe the daily rhythm of Hanoians. Following your culinary explorations, embark on a scenic drive through the verdant Red River Delta to the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, a truly iconic destination.

Central Vietnam: Imperial Flavors of Hue & Hoi An’s Culinary Arts

The journey continues to Hue, Vietnam’s historic imperial capital. Experience the city’s unique charm with a visit to the magnificent Imperial Citadel. Then, a highlight of your Hue street food tour awaits: a private trishaw ride. This allows you to intimately explore local life and discover hidden culinary gems. Next, we travel to the enchanting ancient town of Hoi An. Here, you’ll explore its colorful market, gaining insights into various local ingredients before heading to the renowned Red Bridge Cooking School for another immersive culinary class.

Southern Culinary Experiences: Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta

Your Vietnam culinary tour culminates in the vibrant southern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. At the Saigon Cookery Centre, you’ll participate in a comprehensive cooking experience, gaining an in-depth initiation into the diverse art of Southern Vietnamese cuisine. The tour then ventures into the lush Mekong River Delta, where you’ll witness the unique daily life on the water at the bustling Cai Be and Cai Rang floating markets. Gain fascinating insights into local industries with visits to a traditional rice husking mill and a noodle-making shop.

15-Day Vietnam Culinary Tour: At a Glance

• Destination: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi – Mekong Delta – Can Tho
• Highlights: Hanoi Cooking Class, Overnight cruise in Halong Bay, Hue Street Food By Cyclo, Royal Citadel, Hoi An Cooking Class, Ho Chi Minh Cooking Class, Hoi An Ancient Town, Cu Chi tunnels, Admire the beauties of Mekong Delta
• Meeting Location: Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) – Hanoi, Vietnam
• End Location: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• Duration: 15 days
• Transportation: Private transport with well air-conditioned vehicles and seat belts
• Tour Type: Vietnam Culinary tour 15 Days
• Activity Level: Moderate
• Medical Concerns: Please let us know if you have any food allergies.

Detailed Itinerary: 15-Day Vietnam Culinary Tour

Please note: This proposed itinerary for our Vietnam Culinary Tour Package is subject to availability. We will only proceed with reservations upon receiving your written confirmation. We highly recommend confirming your booking as early as possible to secure your desired dates.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Welcome to Vietnam’s Capital. Our guide and driver will greet you at Noi Bai International Airport with a signboard “Warmly Welcome SIR/ MADAM and Party” and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi. Start your Vietnam Culinary Tour Package 15 Days with Vietnam Shore Excursions. Be free and easy on your own. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour (B, L)

We will pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi to start the second day of your Vietnam Culinary Tour 15 days. Firstly, we will transfer to visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his former residence, the One Pillar Pagoda, and Quan Thanh Temple. Then visit the Temple of Literature. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, transfer to visit the Hanoi Hilton Prison Museum. Take a Trishaw along 36 streets (Old Quarter) and Hoan Kiem Lake. Visit Ngoc Son Temple. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: Hanoi – Cooking Class with The Chef of Spices Garden Restaurant (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi and transfer to a local restaurant to participate in a Cooking Class with Chef of Spices Garden Restaurant. This is one of the highlights of the Vietnam Culinary Tours. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Be free and easy on your own. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)

Pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi and transfer to visit Halong Bay – a world natural wonder recognized by UNESCO. This is a key highlight for the Vietnam Culinary Tour Package 15 days. Get on the Junk and have lunch. Visit Halong Bay, Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave, cruise around Tuan Chau Island, Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island, and Sail Island; visit Titov Beach. Have dinner on the junk; enjoy the sunset; go fishing; and enjoy drinks. Overnight on junk.

Day 5: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Hue (B, L)

Pick you up from your Junk. Visit Man’s Head Island, Tortoise Island, Luon Cave, Bai Tu Long Bay, Toad Island, and Bai Tho Mountain. Return to the station and leave the junk. Have brunch on the cruise. Then transfer to Noi Bai Airport to take your flight to Hue. Welcome to Central Vietnam. Our guide and driver will greet you at Phu Bai International Airport with a welcome sign “Warmly Welcome SIR/ MADAM and Party” to enjoy your 5th day of the Vietnam Culinary Tour 15 days. Transfer to Hue City. Be free and easy on your own. Overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Hue Street Food Tour by Cyclo (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Hue to join the Hue Street food tour by cyclo. Firstly, you will take your private trishaw with your own driver and be transferred to visit the historical and unique bridge of Truong Tien and the beautiful Perfume River. Then stop at Dong Ba Market to see and try most of the ingredients used in making Hue specialty dishes and fresh local fruits. Relax on your trishaw and discover all the hidden beauties of Hue city and learn about local cultures along the way – in the street markets, sidewalk cafes, and sleek new restaurants and pubs. Stop over to enjoy Salty Coffee. After that, transfer back to your hotel. Be free and easy on your own. End the 6th day of the Vietnam culinary tour for 15 days. Overnight in Hue.

Day 7: Hue City Tour (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel and start the 7th day of the Vietnam culinary tour. Firstly, you will take a dragon boat trip on the Perfume River. Stop over to visit Thien Mu Pagoda. Then transfer to visit Hue Imperial City. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we will explore Tu Duc Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb. Transfer back to your hotel. Be free and easy on your own. Overnight in Hue.

Day 8: Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Hue and transfer to visit the fishing village, Lap An Lagoon, Lang Co Beach, and Hai Van Pass. Then transfer to Da Nang to visit Marble Mountain. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we will visit Hoi An Ancient Town: Hoi An Market, the Fujien Chinese Temple, Tan Ky Ancient House, the famous Japanese Covered Bridge, and enjoy great shopping (best tailor in the world with reasonable prices). Transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. Feel free to have your own dinner. End the 8th day of the Vietnam culinary tour. Overnight at Hoi An.

Day 9: Hoi An – Red Bridge Cooking Class (B, L)

Another highlight of the Vietnam culinary tour is the cooking class in Hoi An. In the morning, our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An and transfer you to Hai Café restaurant to join the Red Bridge Cooking Class. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Then stop over to enjoy Hoi An traditional music. After that, transfer you back to your hotel in Hoi An. Feel free to have your own dinner. Overnight at Hoi An.

Day 10: Hoi An – My Son Sanctuary – Hoi An (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An and transfer to visit the My Son Sanctuary – a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Quang Nam Province. We will have a great chance to enjoy a traditional music show performed by Champa girls. Then discover the Champa Towers, Temples from the Champa Kingdom. Transfer back to Hoi An and have lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, transfer back to your hotel in Hoi An. Feel free to have your own dinner. End the 10th day of the Vietnam culinary tour. Overnight at Hoi An.

Day 11: Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Hoi An and transfer to Da Nang International Airport to take a morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival, we will continue our Vietnam culinary tour by visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Central Post Office, and the Former Presidential Palace. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh. Feel free to have your own dinner. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh.

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City Tour – Cooking Class at Cookery Center (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh and transfer to join the Cooking Class at Cookery Center. Have lunch at the cooking class. Then transfer to visit Chinatown, Thien Hau Pagoda, and a Lacquerware workshop. Continuing the Vietnam culinary tour, we will take a trishaw along all streets in Ho Chi Minh. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre – Can Tho (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh and transfer to visit the Mekong Delta. On arrival, we will take a boat trip in My Tho and visit some Islands. Do enjoy the show Don Ca Tai Tu performed by singers here. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Then continue the trip to Can Tho. Feel free to have your own dinner. Overnight at Can Tho.

Day 14: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh (B, L)

Pick you up at your hotel in Can Tho and take an early morning boat trip to visit Cai Rang Floating Market. Then visit Orchard Garden with different kinds of fruits. Have lunch at a local restaurant. After that, transfer you back to Ho Chi Minh City. Feel free to have your own dinner. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh.

Day 15: Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)

Be free and easy at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh. Then transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport with a guide for your departure flight back home. End the Vietnam Culinary Tour Package 15 Days. Thank you very much, Goodbye & See you again.

What’s Included in Your Vietnam Culinary Tour?

• Economy Flight Tickets: Hanoi – Hue, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City
• Private Transportation: As per program, with well air-conditioned vehicles and seat belts
• Hotel Accommodation: (Check-in time: 14h00, Check-out time: 12h00)
• English Speaking Guides: Throughout your tour
• All Entrance Fees & Boat Trips: To indicated sights
• Meals as Mentioned: (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
• Visa Approval Letter to Vietnam: (Excludes $25 USD per person stamping fee payable at the airport)

What’s Not Included?

• International Flights
• Vietnamese Entry Visa Stamping Fee: US$25 (payable at the airport)
• Travel Insurance
• Drinks & Other Meals: Not specifically mentioned in the program
• Personal Expenses
• Early Check-in & Late Check-out
• Tips for Guides and Drivers

Why Choose Our Vietnam Culinary Tour Package?

• Award-Winning Tour Operator: Highly recommended by countless satisfied customers on TripAdvisor, Viator, Cruise Critic, Private Guides, and other prestigious platforms.
• Unmatched Quality: Benefit from our experienced and reliable local guides who truly bring Vietnam to life.
• Seamless Convenience: Enjoy hassle-free travel with hotel pick-ups and high-quality, comfortable transportation.
• Fully Personalized Experiences: All our tour itineraries are fully customizable, allowing you to explore Vietnam at your own pace.
• Dedicated 24/7 Customer Support: Our team is always available to assist you, ensuring peace of mind throughout your journey.
• Guaranteed Food Safety & Authenticity: We meticulously select all food experiences, ensuring both safety and an authentic taste of Vietnam.

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How to Book Your 15-Day Vietnam Culinary Tour

Booking your unforgettable Vietnam Culinary Tour for 15 Days with us is simple and straightforward:

1. Send Us an Inquiry: Simply fill out our online inquiry form or send us an email.
2. Receive Your Tailored Proposal: Our team will promptly reply with a comprehensive itinerary and transparent pricing for your tour.

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• Vietnam Shore Excursions and Tour Packages
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• Email: chiduyencssh@gmail.com

Terms & Conditions

Payment Policy: To confirm your Vietnam Culinary Tour, a 60% deposit is required upon receipt of our PayPal invoice. The remaining balance can be paid at the end of your tour in cash (USD or Vietnamese Dong VND at the prevailing exchange rate) or securely online in advance via PayPal, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

• Important Note on Online Payments: A 3% surcharge will apply for bank service fees if you choose to pay your deposit or final balance via PayPal, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
• Booking Confirmation: Your booking will be instantly confirmed upon successful ticket booking.

Cancellation Policy:

Should you need to cancel any portion of your booking, the following cancellation fees will apply:

• 40+ Days Before Arrival: Full refund of your deposit from Vietnam Shore Excursions (VSE).
• 39-30 Days Before Arrival: 10% of the full payment will be forfeited.
• 29-15 Days Before Arrival: 30% of the full payment will be forfeited.
• 14-7 Days Before Arrival: 50% of the full payment will be forfeited.
• 6-2 Days Before Arrival: 75% of the full payment will be forfeited.
• Less than 2 Days Before Arrival: 100% of the full payment will be forfeited.

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