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The Premiere Street Food Tour in Vietnam:

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Sample the most amazing dishes that Vietnam has to offer! Taste your way through cuisine from North Vietnam, Hue and The South in one amazing street food city: Saigon!

The “XO Foodie” is the most acclaimed Vietnam food tour , and is designed to introduce you to the dishes and desserts that most food blogs and other tours don’t really touch upon!

We are also the only Vietnam food tour to be voted one of the top 9 food tours in the world by Forbes magazine and one of the top 10 city tours in the world by USA Today!

A Vietnam Food Tour for the Adventurous!

On the XO Foodie Tour we will take you to the most popular street stalls and hidden alleyways in the city and show you where the locals really love to eat! So save your appetite, delight your palate and let us fill your tummy with delicious and authentic Vietnamese food!

This world-renowned Ho Chi Minh City Food Tour focuses on street food dishes that most people outside of Vietnam have never had a chance to experience. Unlike most other Vietnam food tours, we won’t serve you Pho, Spring Rolls, Vietnamese Pancakes, or Banh Mi Sandwiches. We also won’t make you eat dog meat, bugs, organs, raw food or anything too weird.

The XO Foodie Tour is only available in the evenings when most of the street vendors open for business. All food drinks are included in the price!

How much food and drinks are offered on the XO Foodie?

• At least 10 entrees (including lots of seafood)
• Vegetarian/Vegan friendly
• Drinks (beer, soft drinks, water & tea)
• Generous portions
• Full flow of food as long as you keep eating!

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Live Like A Local in Saigon in 1 Amazing Night!

The XO Foodie is not just a gastronomic tour, but a great way to see parts of the city that the majority of tourists don’t get to see . Most visitors to Ho Chi Minh City are stuck in district 1. On this tour, we’ll take you to 5 other popular districts and show you how real Vietnamese people live, work and eat!

The XO Foodie Tour includes 2 unique sightseeing stops with 3 amazing food venues and lasts about 4.5 hours. The sightseeing stops provides you time in between each food stop in order for you to rest your stomach so you can eat more!

“ The XO Foodie is not just a gastronomic tour, but a great way to see parts of Ho Chi Minh City that the majority of tourists don’t get to see.

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Please note that this tour is offered on a join in basis, so there may be other guests joining you on the tour. Our maximum group size is 16 people . For guests that do not want to go in a group, we also offer a private tour option for an extra charge.

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Vietnam Real Food Adventure

12 days | savour the flavour of vietnam, from hanoi to ho chi minh city..

Sip, slurp and crunch your way through Vietnam, experiencing one of the freshest and most fragrant cuisines on the planet. From pho and ancient buildings in Hanoi, banh khoai and imperial citadels in Hue, banh xeo and lantern-lit streets in Hoi An and banh canh and pulsating markets in Ho Chi Minh City, experience Vietnam’s cuisine and discover its tightly woven place within this culture. Drink in cafes and beer halls that sprawl out over city streets, buy fruit from wicker baskets draped over a vendor’s shoulders and sit at market stalls as aromatic noodle soups are whipped up in front of you. Experience all of Vietnam’s iconic sights, spend time cooking some of the country’s top dishes and get a true taste of Vietnam on this delectable Real Food Adventure.

Trip overview

• Embrace your adventurous side on a tour of Hue’s imperial monuments from the back of a motorbike (the local way of getting around). Then be treated to lunch, specially prepared for you by a chef who is the descendant of the royal family in the garden of their family home.
• Don’t just taste your way around this foodie haven, don your chef hat and learn the recipes behind these incredible eats, too. Learn the secret spices directly from local chefs (often in their own homes) and be guided to the freshest ingredients in authentic local markets.
• Explore the Mekong Delta – known as ‘Vietnam’s rice bowl’ for its abundance of rice paddies, fruit and flower orchards. Cruise on a traditional sampan, then meet fresh produce vendors along the way to your veranda-wrapped homestay for the evening.
• A true bucket list experience - visit Halong Bay, set sail on the emerald-green waters, gliding between limestone karsts and stay on a traditional junk boat for the evening.
• Discover the real flavours of Vietnam, digging into authentic eats like pho, banh mi, bun cha, bun bo Hue and a traditional seafood hotpot – a true feast for the senses.
• The cuisine of Vietnam includes a lot of meat and seafood. For vegetarians and vegans we recommend reviewing the itinerary and inclusions to ensure that you will be able to fully participate and enjoy this trip. We also have many other trips to Vietnam which can accommodate a range of dietary requirements.
• Depending on where you come from, the weather in Vietnam might be hotter and more humid than what you are used to. Please consider your suitability for the season you wish to travel in. Check out https://www.intrepidtravel.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam for more info.
• In order to see as much as possible, this trip involves some long journeys, including by overnight train where the amenities are shared and basic. For more about what this experience is like, see our blog post here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/what-to-expect-on-an-overnight-train-in-vietnam/ .
• The motorbike tour of Hue has been assessed for safety and is closely monitored (helmets are provided and drivers are licensed). However, alternative transport can be arranged for those who would prefer not to travel by motorbike.
• Facilities at the Mekong Delta homestay are quite basic. But an authentic, heart-warming experience of local Mekong life should more than make up for the lack of creature comforts.

Xin chao! Welcome to Vietnam. Your adventure begins in the country’s capital – Hanoi. If you arrive early, maybe grab an iconic coffee – typically served with condensed milk, or for the more adventurous, egg! You’ll meet your group and leader for an important welcome meeting at 5 pm, then head out for your first introduction to Vietnam’s lively culinary scene. Your leader will take you on a street food tour around the streets, as the sun goes down and the city comes alive at night. You might sink your teeth into bun cha (a grilled pork and noodle dish that’s loved in Hanoi) or try some banh cuon (steamed rice paper rolls) and lau (Vietnamese hot pot).

• Hotel (1 night)
• Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

This morning, hit the road for the spectacular World Heritage-listed site of Ha Long Bay. The harbour, with approximately 2000 limestone islands rising from the turquoise waters of Bac Bo Gulf, spans an area of about 1500 square km and is dotted with beaches and grottos. When you arrive, you’ll set sail on the emerald-green waters, gliding between limestone karsts to take in the incredible scenery from the best outlook of them all – the water! Then, you’ll explore Surprise Cave, one of the most striking caves in the bay, covering an area of more than 12,000 square m. In the afternoon, you’ll return to your boat and enjoy a delicious feast prepared by an onboard chef. Tonight’s stay is something special as you’ll be sleeping on the traditional boat, letting the water lull you to sleep and really taking in the beauty of the surrounding bay.

• Boat (1 night)
• Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
• Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000

Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.

It is recommended to pack a smaller overnight bag to take to Ha Long Bay for ease of boarding and disembarking. You can store your main luggage in Hanoi for tonight.

Swimming in the bay from the boats is banned by the local authority. Kayaking is restricted to designated zones within the bay.

There are increasing restrictions on the number of boats permitted to stay overnight in Ha Long Bay, which can sometimes result in a shortage of available vessels. To ensure all Intrepid travellers continue to enjoy the experience of a night on the water, occasionally you will stay on a larger boat (with approximately 12 cabins) and share your boat with another group. In this instance, the route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same.

You’d be forgiven for thinking you were still dreaming when you wake up on the bay this morning. If you’re an early riser, you might like to organise an optional kayak experience before you head back to Hanoi this morning. When you arrive, you’ll board an overnight train bound for Hue. Although conditions are basic, overnight trains are a rewarding experience. It's an efficient way to travel long distances and a great way to get a sense of the country. Most trains have a dining carriage serving simple food, but maybe ask your leader for advice on which local salty and sweet snacks to stock up on before departure.

• Overnight sleeper train (1 night)

Your travel time today will be approximately 3.5 hours. The overnight train will take approximately 12 hours.

Sleeper trains typically have four berth compartments (occasionally six berths, depending on seasonal variations and group configuration) with bench seats that convert into sleeping bunks. A sheet, pillow and blanket are provided, although some travellers prefer to bring their own sleeping sheet. Passengers of different genders may sometimes be required to share a compartment and there will be occasions where you'll be sharing with local travellers or travellers who are not part of your group.

Arrive in Hue this morning – Vietnam’s former royal capital, where the cuisine is considered by many as the best in the country. The food is influenced by its imperial heritage (small dishes and a focus on aesthetic presentation) and its strong Buddhist heritage, reflected in the high proportion of vegetarian restaurants. After leaving your luggage at your hotel, embark on a tour of the city’s imperial monuments from the back of a motorbike. Stop past Thien Mu Pagoda, an active Buddhist monastery since 1601, where you'll see a car that belonged to one of the self-immolating monks of the 1963 protests. After some time exploring, it's time to eat! You’ll enjoy a plant-based Buddhist meal specially prepared for you by a chef who is a descendant of the royal family, in the garden of their family home. After, visit the royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, then visit the Imperial Citadel, which includes the Forbidden Purple City. The latter was almost totally destroyed during the Vietnam War's Tet Offensive, but the foliage-covered ruins are still atmospheric, and the gaping holes left by bombs give an idea of the destruction wreaked upon the country during the war. Tonight, maybe ask your leader for the best place to try imperial street specialties like banh hue (rice flour cakes stuffed with shrimp, pork and spices).

• Hue - Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
• Hue - Highlights & back streets by motorbike
• Hue - Imperial City entrance and guided visit
• Hue - Thien Mu Pagoda

The motorbike tour has been assessed for safety and is closely monitored. To participate please ensure your travel insurance covers riding pillion on a motorbike up to 125cc. If you prefer not to participate, please let your leader know and they will arrange car transportation (cost included).

After a local breakfast of bun bo hue (a spiced beef noodle soup), you’ll go to a local coffee house where three generations of Hue locals are living together. Admire the traditional house and gardens before meeting your host, Mr Khoa. Learn about his passion for coffee with a demonstration of how to make Hue’s traditional salt coffee, from the bean roasting process to the secret ingredients. Maybe even have a go at making it yourself! After, head south by bus through coastal rice paddies and the mountainous Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. This beautifully restored city retains the feel of centuries past, making it the sort of place that grows on you the more you explore. After some time to settle into your hotel, you’ll make your way to a special beachside restaurant for a seafood hotpot dinner with your group. This is a particularly popular meal amongst the locals in Hoi An!

• Hoi An - Seafood hotpot dinner
• Hue - Salt coffee

Today, you’ll really get to know Hoi An – first up, your leader will take you on an orientation walk around the Ancient Town. Then, you’ll discover Reaching Out Tea House – a non-government organisation that supports the local deaf and mute community by providing employment and vocational training. The peace and quiet of this café stands in stark contrast to the bustling streets outside. While here, you’ll sip delicious teas in total silence – a tranquil experience you won’t soon forget. After a little time to relax, you’ll get ready for a cooking class with a local chef this afternoon. You’ll be escorted to a local market to shop for fresh ingredients and then taken through a culinary journey with hands-on demonstrations. Your local chef will even share the stories behind the yin and yang elements, unveiling the secret of home-cooked Vietnamese meals. Feast on your delicious creations, dishes that highlight the cooking of the Pho Hoi people.

• Hoi An - Tea Tasting in Silence
• Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
• Hoi An - Cooking class with local chef
• Hoi An - Market tour and garden visit

This morning after breakfast, you’ll visit a village to see the production process of Vietnamese rice whiskey (made from plain boiled rice). Learn about the history of this traditional practise and see how it's made, with a sample or two as you learn. We have worked with local house who making ricewine for lunch arrangement. But in case that we could not use it, the alternative lunch will be at a home-run restaurant for local specialties: wrap & roll. Please consider to present the content. Head on to Quy Nhon – a coastal city flanked by super clear waters, traditional fishing boats and sandy beaches. Tonight, maybe watch the sunset at Ky Co Beach or ask your leader for the best dinner spots.

• An Nhon - Rice winemaker
• An Nhon - Home-cooked lunch

Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.

Early this morning, you’ll visit the local market with your trip leader for a wander around and a fruit tasting of some local produce. Then, stop for a caffeine hit (or a cold drink to ease the morning heat). Follow that up with a light meal where you'll try the region's popular crab noodle soup or banh xeo tom nhay - fresh shrimp pancake. After, you’ll have free time and the use of a day room to rest, relax or explore at your own pace. Tonight, you’ll hop on an overnight train to Ho Chi Minh City.

• Quy Nhon - Market visit

Your travel time on the overnight train tonight will be approximately 12 hours.

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City this morning, then join a walking tour to get a feel for the city's frenetic, fascinating blend of old and new, East and West. You’ll notice a strong French influence here, which means excellent coffee and baguettes! Stop past the General Post Office and Notre Dame, then visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about the city’s sobering past. For lunch, you’ll take part in a cooking class where you'll learn some contemporary twists on traditional Vietnamese dishes with a passionate chef. Sit down and enjoy the delicious feast you've prepared over lunch and then enjoy a free afternoon to continue your explorations.

• Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
• Ho Chi Minh City - Cooking Class with local chef
• Ho Chi Minh City - City tour

After breakfast this morning, kiss Ho Chi Minh City goodbye and make your way to the Mekong Delta. The delta is known as ‘Vietnam’s rice bowl’ for its abundance of rice paddies, fruit and flower orchards. When you arrive, you’ll hit the water and cruise up this mighty river, stopping at tropical fruit gardens and local cottage industries to sample honey, coconut candy and fruit, right at the source. Enjoy being paddled slowly along the quieter backwaters in a sampan, one of the most common forms of transport in these parts. Continue to your homestay for this evening. Meet your hosts and take some time to wander the garden, relax or lend a hand with dinner preparations. Enjoy a southern Vietnamese feast on the wide veranda overlooking the garden as the sun goes down.

• Homestay (1 night)
• Mekong Delta - Boat cruise with visits to local producers

Today’s driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.

At this guesthouse, you'll sleep on a simple camp bed in a dorm-style arrangement. Bedding and mosquito nets are provided. Shared toilet and bathroom facilities are basic, with cold water only.

Enjoy the freshest fruit of the Mekong Delta for breakfast, then head back to Ho Chi Minh City. When you arrive, take a guided walk around one of Vietnam’s most pulsing markets – Ben Thanh. This is the perfect place to pick up any last-minute snacks, cooking utensils, ingredients, or presents for friends and family. Then, stop for a delicious crispy pork banh mi for lunch. The rest of the day is free to explore at your own pace. Tonight, you might like to get together with your group and toast to a great trip over a farewell dinner.

• Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Thanh market visit
• Ho Chi Minh City - Banh mi

With no activities planned for today, your adventure comes to an end after breakfast. If you wish to spend more time in Ho Chi Minh City, just speak to your booking agent.

9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners

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Hotel (7 nights), Homestay (1 night), Overnight Boat (1 night), Overnight Sleeper Train (2 nights)

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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 2 (Overnight Boat), Days 3 and 8 (Sleeper Train) and Day 10 (Homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 2. While we endeavor to cater for specific dietary requirements, some meals and food activities are set in advance and may be difficult to adjust. Please advise us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking so that we can ensure you’ll enjoy this trip. 3. Please provide your full name exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for transport tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket if an amendment occurs.

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Come with us to Vietnam to experience an exotic gem, a country where nature and culture are matched only by the friendliness of the people; where every flavor is more pleasing than the last; and where Buddhism binds the culture seamlessly. Join us on our Vietnam food tours , you will enjoy mouth-watering Vietnamese cooking classes and market tours with expert chefs, explore the fascinating Viet culture, have private dinners in a colonial mansion and a royal garden house, and even take part in a street food tour when you ride on the back of a vintage Vespa!

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Our Vietnam food tours are ideal for those wishing to enjoy Vietnamese cultural and culinary experiences both in the urban and rural areas. Unlike other Vietnam food tours, we do not limit ourselves to one location, so this is also the tours suitable for those wishing to relish a wide variety of Viet cultural experiences: the bustle of Hanoi, the charm of Hoi An, peaceful rural mountain villages, and always, the hospitality and friendliness of Vietnamese people. 

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Vietnam cuisine quinessence is plentiful and diverse, showing the cultural identity of the three regions of the North, Central and South. Some places good for having a food tour are featured by: ► Northern cuisine: dipping dishes here usually use diluted fish sauce. Particularly, Hanoi is known for its culinary elite of the North and usually pays more attention to the color which must be showy, the flavor is commonly not too bold like sweet, spicy like the Central or South. ► Central cuisine: Hue, Hoi An food are often more flavorful, spicy and bolder than in other regions. The special characteristic of the dish is usually through the color, which is a mixture of different ingredients favoring natural red and dark brown.  ► Southern cuisine: Ho Chi Minh, usually blends from different regions, especially the influence of Chinese, Cambodian and Thai cuisine, so the dishes are spicier and sweeter than other regions. Most dishes have a little sugar and some coconut milk, making the dish more flavorful and frugal.

Vietnam is the real food paradise for gastronomic enthusiasts with an appetite for adventure and eating. Street food in Vietnam has an economical price because it is also made for local people. In regard to food safety, street food in Vietnam is generally safe to eat, but only if you use common sense and caution to suss out safe street food vendors.

The best food tours in Vietnam according to VietnamDiscovery are:  • Hanoi Half-day Cooking Tour with the Master Chef • Hue funny monkey tour for young travelers • Small-group Hanoi Seafood Tasting by Walking Tour • Culinary Adventure with Hanoi Snake Food Tour at Le Mat Village • Local Street Food Gastronomy in Hanoi • Hanoi Motorbike Night Street Food Tour ► See all food tours in Vietnam on VietnamDiscovery .

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To help travelers immerge local culture while local people can earn living from their own tradition and custom, Vietnam Food Tour was born for those who wish to experience reality Vietnam and return home with knowledge, skills that will last a lifetime; it is also her love for charming Vietnam – her homeland.

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• Day 1 WELCOME TO VIET NAM - HO CHI MINH ARRIVAL
• Day 2 THE SOUTHERN FOOD TASTE (B/L)
• Day 3 CRUISING ON MEKONG DELTA (B/L)
• Day 4 TRAVEL FROM HO CHI MINH TO HOI AN (B)
• Day 5 IMMERSE YOURSELF IN HOI AN CUISINE (B/D)
• Day 6 HOI AN FREE DAY (B)
• Day 7 GREETINGS FROM THE CAPITAL (B)
• Day 8 A TASTE OF STREET FOOD IN HANOI (B/D)
• Day 9 DISCOVER THE NATURAL WONDERS OF THE WORLD (B/L/D)
• Day 10 MORNING IN THE NATURAL WONDER OF THE WORLD AND BACK TO HANOI (B/L)
• Day 10 BIGGEST FAREWELL AND WARMEST THANK YOU - HA NOI DEPARTURE (B)

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Growing up, my mom implemented just two major rules: no motorcycles and no tattoos. Until the age of 29, I had obeyed both of these boundaries, but the motorcycle one seemed like a deal-breaker at this point. After all, I had just landed in Vietnam, and as Bourdain famously said, the only way to experience Hanoi is on a scooter.

While I was going to Saigon, not Hanoi, I felt that his point was still valid. Regardless, whenever I asked anyone for suggestions on what a tourist should do while there, one thing came up again and again: XO Tours , a motorbike tour through the city involving stops for street food along the way.

But as my trip approached, my itinerary was sparse, and I became increasingly nervous. How would I eat what locals eat? Sure, I’d be getting pho and banh mi, but where were the best snails, and bottom line, could someone please show me foods that I never knew existed? XO Tours turned out to be my ticket to all of that and more. 

I felt that familiar rush of excitement the moment my guide, a young woman named Han, greeted me with a wave outside my hotel, the Ramada Encore by Wyndham in District One . She told me to get on the back of her white Vespa, and as we cannonballed through traffic, I held onto the back for dear life but couldn’t help grinning. It seemed like being on a scooter in the city unlocked a whole other dimension (and this may be true in all cities, though I haven’t tried scootering them all yet). I was able to appreciate the sights — whole families piled on scooters, packages dangling dangerously from the back, helmet fashion, and even dogs balancing by their owners' feet. 

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It started out with soup, importantly, not pho. Instead, we had Bún Bò Huế. The bowl was massive, and even though we had at least three more food stops, I slurped down the entire mixture of spicy rice noodles and sliced beef, savoring each refreshing bite as the added lemongrass hit my tastebuds.   

Before I could properly wipe my mouth, we sped off again, this time to a market in Chinatown, one of the largest wet markets in the country. Everything was out on the street, there were carts filled with fruits, blankets covered with fish, and live animals being sold to be slaughtered. Our next stop was appropriately for a barbecue. 

Tableside, we grilled up goat breast while the very same goat hung from the rafters at the end of our table, being picked apart by the in-restaurant butcher. This was, I was told, to prove that it was a goat (a more expensive animal) and not a pig. Dipped in a garlic sauce, the goat tasted more or less like beef, and the spring onions and peanuts we gobbled down in between waiting for pieces to come off the charcoal paired perfectly with the (unlimited) beer.  

Next was a seafood stop, where we saw scallops shucked and then grilled before being smothered in nuts and sizzling scallion oil. Crab legs were cracked open at the table, and there was even an embryonic duck egg, which I was instructed to eat like a soft-boiled egg, cracking it at the top, then scooping out the innards. “I don’t look at it when I eat it,” my guide said, but I couldn’t help but stare. 

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Through it all, I white-knuckled the back of the scooter around twists and turns, roundabouts and alleyways, as we sped past neon signs and billows of smoke from carts filled with delicacies. There was, ever so thankfully, unlimited beer (included), which I slugged in order to keep up with the beads of sweat dripping from my chin to my thighs, thanks to the combination of the 100% humidity and my full belly.

Altogether, the tour was a magical one. It didn’t even really feel like a tour. Maybe all tours should be on the backs of scooters. And if you’re still worried about my mom, don’t be. I sent her a video of me on the scooter with a text that read, “Don’t worry, I’m wearing a helmet.”

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The Vietnam Food Tour that Foodies Will Love!

Punchy, vibrant, fresh; three words that perfectly sum up the cuisine of Vietnam. Known as the ‘Kitchen of the World’, Vietnamese food is full of complex and contrasting flavours, textures and ingredients that complement each other resulting in a plethora of mouthwatering dishes that vary from region to region. 

When you think of Vietnam, images of proud farmers tending to their fields in conical hats, fresh markets abuzz with locals collecting their ingredients for the day, and street vendors serving up local cuisine come to mind. A huge part of Vietnam’s culture is expressed through food. 

Vietnam’s history is embedded in many of its dishes. From the recipes that have been perfected over the years as each new generation takes over the family street food stall, to the country’s colonial heritage that remains prevalent in its cuisine today. Vietnam’s French colonial past can be seen in one of its most popular dishes, banh mi (a crusty bread sandwich). However, like many of the country’s dishes, Vietnam put its spin on the typical western sandwich by adding pate, pickled vegetables and of course, fish sauce. 

Like adding fresh herbs and leaves to pho , a brothy noodle soup, Vietnam cuisine is all about contrasts and a variety of scents and herbs that go together effortlessly. It’s hard to imagine the dish without them. 

On a food tour of Vietnam, you’ll find that each region boasts its own specialities and staple dishes; light, tasty seafood on the northern coast, contrasts with the sweet dishes of the south and even more so with the spicy cuisine of the central region. 

If you can, not only should you make room in your itinerary for a street food tour of Hanoi but food tours in every region of Vietnam! A Vietnam food tour , led by a local, is the best way to experience the tastes and flavours of this beautifully enigmatic country.  

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Hanoi Food Tours & More – Why You’ll Love This Foodie Trip of Vietnam

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Join one of our trusted Local Designers, Hai, as you journey deep into the culture of Vietnam, tasting -and cooking- your way from north to south. 

Beginning with one of the best food tours in Hanoi, you’ll journey to Halong Bay spending a night on the water, tasting seafood delicacies and visiting the floating villages calling these turquoise waters home. Before your belly has the chance to grumble, you’ll find yourself in the little yellow-painted, UNESCO town of Hoi An at a cooking class amongst the rice paddies. 

Moving south, you’ll embark on an after-dark Vespa adventure on a Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) food tour, whizzing down tiny alleys from one local speciality dish to the next!

Of course, the excitement doesn’t end there. After your Ho Chi Minh food tour, you’ll find yourself navigating the riverside laneways of the Mekong Delta and cooking up a storm in a local village!

This 12-day Vietnam culinary tour gives you unparalleled local access to sample, savour and sip your way through the ‘Kitchen of the World’.

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A Vietnam food tour from Hanoi or Saigon is ideal for travellers who are passionate about exploring a country and learning about its culture, history and traditions through its food. Whilst Vietnam tours from north to south, or vice versa, can seem a little hectic, the ease of travel in Vietnam means that moving every couple of days is no hassle. 

Tours centred around the cuisine of a country enable you to see more of it and gain a deeper insight into its culture whilst enjoying delicious food!

Of course though, if a food tour isn’t for you, you can browse our range of fully-customisable trips to Vietnam to find one that is!

Emperors, colonisation, revolutions and wars; Vietnam’s history is both complex and fascinating. Travelling back in time, taking a look at how these events in history shaped the country that we know today, you’ll soon discover the lineage of Vietnamese cuisine.

With Vietnam’s first known history dating back to 12,000 BC, and its agriculture advances becoming evident 6,000 years later, indigenous people of Vietnam sustained life through hunting and harvesting rice. Vietnam’s fertile lands have long provided the perfect conditions for growing rice, herbs and plants as well as raising animals; its rivers and coastline provided fresh fish and seafood. Today, these staple foods remain at the heart of Vietnamese cuisine. All that has changed is the cooking tools following the influence of stronger neighbouring countries. 

In the second century BC, Vietnam was largely considered an extended Chinese province. A by-product of the dynasties that ruled Vietnam for over 1,000 years was the birth of noodles into Vietnamese cuisine. Interestingly, whilst you may assume different, pho , one of Vietnam’s most famous dishes, was only created in the 20th century in Northern Vietnam. 

From 1887 to 1954, Vietnam was part of French Indochina. This period is where strong French influences that we see in Vietnamese food today began. The Vietnamese noodles and herbs combined with the French penchant for a meaty brothy was the likely birth of pho . But the Vietnamese took the French influence further with dishes like banh mi ( pain de mie ), a French baguette filled with signature meats, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs and pate. 

The Vietnam-American war brought considerable poverty, destruction and famine to its lands. For years, Vietnam was considered one of the poorest nations. However, agile Vietnam came through a remarkable transformation and managed to become one of the biggest exporters of rice in the world. Today, the country is at the forefront of sought-after cuisines. 

A Breakdown of Your Vietnam Food Tour

Embark on a truly fascinating 12-day Vietnam food tour and experience the culture of this intriguing country as you eat, cook and explore your way through it. 

As a true foodie, a Vietnam street food tour on the back of motorbikes in Hanoi will be how you start your trip. Then, as you journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An, you’ll taste specialities, be invited into cooking classes with local chefs and immerse yourself in the local lifestyle. 

Journeying from north to south, a Ho Chi Minh street food tour will be your second-to-last port of call before you finish your trip cycling along the waterways of the Mekong Delta. 

This is your opportunity to delve into the food paradise that is Vietnam!

Come with an open mind, an empty belly and a passion for trying everything, and you’ll leave with a contentment that is only achieved through Vietnamese hospitality and the unique flavours, textures and contrasts of its cuisine. 

On a Vietnam food tour with a local guide, you’ll be taken to secret spots, on market tours with local chefs and into the homes of those who can tell you the story of their ancestors. This trip goes beyond a regular sightseeing tour and invites you to learn about this culture through your taste buds!

Day 1 – Welcome to Hanoi

You’ll get acquainted with the city on your own before your adventure truly begins the next day. 

Day 2 – Vietnam Motorbike Food Tour

You’ll head off on a special Hanoi food tour through the backstreets and narrow alleyways, accompanied by a symphony of sounds, smells and tastes. You’ll visit the sights of Hanoi and try a variety of local dishes, finishing the day off with an egg coffee in the Old Quarter. 

Day 3 – Hanoi Street Food Tour & Cooking Class

Stroll through local markets, understand more about the Vietnamese way of life and learn to cook traditional Vietnamese dishes on this hands-on foodie tour. On this tasting tour, you’ll try some of the most popular dishes in Hanoi including banh ran (sticky rice pancake), bun cha (Hanoi-style ‘bun’ noodles with grilled pork) and banh mi (stuffed french baguette with vegetables).

Day 4 – Halong Bay Cruise

Travel to Halong Bay and savour fresh seafood as you sail out between stunning limestone karsts in this mystical bay. As night falls, you can try your hand at squid fishing off the boat. 

Day 5 – Journey to Hoi An

Begin your day with tai chi on the top deck followed by brunch as you cruise back to shore for your flight to Hoi An. 

Day 6 – My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An

You’ll take a day off from food tours and cooking classes to venture deeper into Vietnam’s history. My Son is a series of intricately-designed temples that document the spiritual origins of the Champa Kingdom (now known as Central Vietnam) between the 4th and 13th centuries.

Day 7 – Hoi An Vietnam Food Tour

Don your chef’s whites once again to take part in a special cooking class with dishes from Central Vietnam. After visiting the bustling early morning market, you’ll take a boat cruise to the cooking school to prepare a variety of local dishes that you’ll then enjoy for lunch.

Day 8 – Wet Rice Farming Tour, Fly to Saigon & Cultural Show

It will be a big day beginning with a rice tour learning about the whole process of harvesting rice before flying down to Ho Chi Minh City and attending a cultural show based on Vietnam’s agricultural history.

Day 9 – Cu Chi Tunnels & Vespa Food Tour in Saigon

Head out of the city in the morning to visit the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels and return in the evening for a Ho Chi Minh City food tour on the back of vintage Vespas. Navigating the small alleys, you’ll see the real life of the Saigonese, stopping frequently to visit local restaurants to be introduced to dishes like the Vietnamese pancake, spring rolls and BBQ skewers.

Day 10 – City Tour & Saigon River Dinner Cruise

Spend the day ticking off the top sights of the southern capital and in the evening, embark on a Saigon dinner cruise absorbing the luxury fine dining atmosphere. You’ll be serenaded by Vietnamese folk music as you sail along the river. 

Day 11 – Mekong Delta Food Tour in Vietnam

Head out of the city to discover the waterways of the Mekong Delta, visit the Cai Be Floating Market and take part in a cooking class. You’ll prepare a variety of dishes using ingredients you have picked up from the market. 

Day 12 – Your Memorable Culinary Tour in Vietnam Comes to an End

You’ll enjoy your last breakfast before you are whisked off to the airport.

• 11 breakfasts
• Airport transfers
• Domestic flights from Hanoi to Da Nang and Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City
• Ground transportation in the form of a private car and driver

Accommodation

• 3-star centrally located hotel in Hanoi
• 5-star cruise in Halong Bay
• 4-star resort in Hoi An
• 3-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Included Activities

• Hanoi Backstreet Life and City Highlights Tour on Minsk Motorbikes
• Hanoi Cooking Class
• Old Quarter Tour by Cyclo
• Hanoi Street Food Tour
• Halong Bay Cruise and Activities
• My Son Sanctuary Tour
• Red Bridge Cooking Class in Hoi An
• Hoi An Wet Rice Farmer Tour
• AO Cultural Show
• Cu Chi Tunnels
• Ho Chi Minh After Dark by Vespa Scooter Tour
• Ho Chi Minh City Tour
• Dinner Cruise on Saigon River
• Mekong Delta Cooking Class

Whilst this 12-day Vietnam food tour may offer almost everything you could want; you may want to connect with one of our Local Designers in Vietnam to customise this tour.

Alternatively, you can browse our range of food tours in Vietnam , customising any on to your liking, or you can design your own tour from scratch by specifying your budget, travel style and desired activities and letting our Local Designers do the rest!

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At my desk, you'll find me tapping out inspiring adventures, finessing incredible trips designed by Local Designers and focussing on all things content. Having lived in Southeast Asia between Vietnam and Bali for three years, I'm now keeping toasty with a cuppa in a little English town planning future adventures for which I have constant inspiration. Offline, there's nothing I enjoy more than long cycle rides, fueling the foodie in me and seeking out new spots - preferably all at the same time. Find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and keep an eye out for travel inspiration here!

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7 Days Taste of Vietnam Food Tour

Experience Vietnam's rich culture and delicious cuisine on our 7-day food tour. Begin in Saigon with a city tour and street food adventure by sidecar. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels and participate in a cooking class before flying to Hoi An for an ancient town tour and buffalo cart ride.

Explore the bustling Hoi An local market and continue to Hanoi for a half-day city tour and street food experience. Enjoy a farewell breakfast before departing home with unforgettable memories of Vietnam. Let us take care of the details and create an immersive and unforgettable experience for you. Join us on our Vietnam food tour and discover the flavors and sights of this beautiful country.

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PLACES VISITED Saigon-Hoi An-Hanoi

DEPARTURE DATES Dates are flexible and customizable for private departures.

Trip At a Glance

Saigon (2 nights)

Hoi An (2 nights)

Hanoi (2 nights)

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• Visit Saigon's Chinatown, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Saigon Central Post Office.
• Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and participate in a cooking class to learn about local farming practices.
• Ride a buffalo cart, go fishing with local fishermen, and release floating lanterns in the colorful town of Hoi An.
• Tour Hanoi's famous landmarks, then sample its famous dishes on a street-food tour.
• Visit a traditional market, take a sidecar tour of Saigon at night, and try unique dishes like roasted duck and boiled cassava root.

Tour Map & Day by Day Itinerary

Saigon Arrival

Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or on request.

Upon your arrival at Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) airport, our tour representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, take a rest and freshen up for an exciting evening ahead.

Overnight in Saigon.

Saigon City Tour & Street Food Experience by Sidecar

Meals: B / L

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel, then meet your guide to explore Saigon City. Your tour will take you to the bustling Cholon district, the largest Chinatown in Vietnam. Here, you will visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda, a Taoist temple with exquisite architecture and ornate carvings.

Next, head to the Dong Khoi area, the heart of the city's commercial district, to see famous landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office.

After exploring the city, experience the bustling streets of Saigon after dark on our sidecar tour. We'll take you to Chinatown to try Banh Mi and visit the Wholesale Flower Market. Stop at a local seafood restaurant for steamed clams and shrimp before heading to the most popular spot for roasted duck and Chinese noodles. Try Banh Xeo and other unique dishes with local beer. End the night at a coffee shop with live music.

Cu Chi Tunnel & Cooking Class

Flight: Domestic flight is on Indochina Tour's arrangement.

Meals: B /  L

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you'll be greeted by your private guide and car to begin your day's itinerary. Your first stop will be the Agricultural Villages, where you'll have a chance to explore and learn about local farming practices from 8:30 am to 10:00 am.

Following your visit to the Agricultural Villages, you'll participate in some exciting cooking challenges from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm.

Next, you'll head underground for an unforgettable historical adventure with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, specifically the 7/9 tunnels used by guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. You'll get to see an impressive display of weapons used in the war and learn about the innovative ways guerrillas survived and fought back against their enemies.

Your tour guide will regale you with stories and insights into the history of the Vietnam War as you explore the tunnels' intricate underground systems. You'll also have an opportunity to see how rice paper and coconut candy are made and sample a common snack eaten by guerrilla fighters during the war: boiled cassava root accompanied by jasmine tea.

Later, catch a night flight from Saigon to Da Nang and then drive to Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Hoi An Ancient Town Tour

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast at your hotel, begin your tour of Hoi An's ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved architecture, colorful lanterns, and bustling markets. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Chinese Assembly Hall, and the Hoi An Museum of History and Culture.

Next, enjoy a unique experience riding a buffalo cart and fishing with local fishermen on the Thu Bon River. Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Enjoy dinner with a stunning view of the river in the evening, and participate in the traditional ritual of releasing floating lanterns. This magical moment is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will cherish forever.

Overnight in Hoi An .

Hoi An Local Market

After breakfast at your hotel, visit the Hoi An local market to experience the bustling atmosphere of a traditional Vietnamese market. Learn about the local ingredients and pick up some souvenirs for your loved ones. In the afternoon, take a flight from Da Nang to Hanoi, where you will check into your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi .

Half-Day Hanoi City Tour & Street-Food Experience

After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will take you on a half-day tour of Hanoi. Begin with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you will see the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his former residence, and the Presidential Palace. Next, visit Ba Dinh Square, where Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam's independence in 1945.

From there, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a historic Buddhist temple built in the 11th century, and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university and a symbol of Confucianism.

In the afternoon, embark on a street-food experience tour to sample some of Hanoi's famous dishes, such as bun cha and pho. Finish the day with a delicious dinner at a grilled fish restaurant.

Hanoi Departure

After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Our tour representative will assist you with check-in and bid you farewell as you head back home with unforgettable memories of Vietnam.

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Service Inclusions & Exclusions

Service inclusions:.

• Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
• Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
• Private English speaking tour guide service.
• Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
• Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner.
• Rental bicycle/motorcycle and protective equipment costs.

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• International air tickets.
• Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
• Meals do not listed in itinerary.
• Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
• Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
• Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
• Services not stated in the itinerary.

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Vietnam food tour: everything you need to know.

The locals’ eating habits and the country’s food facts might urge foodies to fly and book Vietnam Food Tour in 2021. While some food connoisseurs are keen on the way the Vietnamese eat and cook, the others are interested in Vietnam’s culinary culture. You should always come and see for yourself how delicious the food is, how interesting it is to use the chopsticks, and how friendly the residents are.

About Vietnam Food Tours

There are Vietnam Food Tours to Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang, Saigon, Mekong Delta, etc., which opens chances for foodies all over the world to explore the taste and eating etiquette. In a typical food tour, tourists will visit the local markets for a glimpse of the street food, ingredients, local merchants, and market practices. There will be also the ideal time for relishing the outstanding street food served by the street vendors. In Hanoi, make sure you treat your stomach with Hanoi Pho, noodle with grilled pork (Bun Cha), spring rolls with crabs (Nem Cua Be), pyramidal rice dumplings (Banh Gio), and cake with shrimp (Banh Tom). A simple walking in Hanoi Old Quarter will turn to be a happy culinary tour. You can try sitting on a plastic stool, order your food, and eat the whole.

Besides, Hoi An food tours are rich in the traditional dishes namely Cao Lau (noodles served with dark pork broth), steamed rice cakes, chicken rice, white rose dumplings, etc. The old town is filled with restaurants and street vendors that exhilarate people to eat and drink, which results in excitingly culinary episodes. Especially, Hoi An travel often includes a cooking class for hands-on practices. If the package begins after the sunset, it would take around 2.5 hours. If the tour has a cooking class, it would start in the early morning so that you can visit a local market, buy fresh ingredients for the class. Anybody with dietary notices and food allergies should notify the operators in advance. By learning and practicing how to cook, participants would receive the recipe for later practice at home. This kind of culinary adventure in the Old Town will be an unforgettable experience for all food connoisseurs. They will then agree that Hoi An is a paradise for foodies.

Furthermore, how about Hue Food Tours? The one-day package will take you to Dong Ba Market, the oldest and biggest wholesale market in Hue. You will meet the locals and can buy some goods. For breakfast, let’s try noodle soup with beef (Bun Bo Hue) and using Vietnamese chopsticks. In the next minutes, get on a cycle for a tour toward Trang Tien Bridge. The three-wheel vehicle will keep taking you to Hue Citadel, shops, and some quiet streets. Also, if the program includes a cooking class, you are likely to get the session in Y Thao Restaurant for learning how to make spring rolls, banana flower salad, and pancakes. After the class, go out and explore the specialties of mussel rice, pork grilled on lemongrass stick (Nem Lui), Vietnamese crepe made of rice flour (Banh Khoai), etc. The Hue street food will never fail to enchant travelers. None neglects Hue during their time in Da Nang and Hoi An as three destinations form a complete package.

Some guests might travel due to their interest in a variety of Vietnamese noodles. If it is your case, add these names to the list: Hanoi Pho, Hue beef noodle soup (Bun Bo Hue), Cao Lau Hoi An, noodle with grilled food (Bun Thit Nuong), noodle soup with crab meat (Bun Rieu Cua), and vermicelli with shrimp paste (Bun Dau Mam Tom). If you travel south, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is a paradise of street food. The city is filled with many street vendors serving many kinds of noodles. Oftentimes, people appreciate the Saigon rule that “the more crowded the eatery is, the better the food and the price are.” Saigon nightlife and street food tour on a scooter is an interesting package for foreigners to go for a drive in Saigon streets and eat like the Saigonese.

Special Vietnamese Eating Habits to Note

First of all, they have three major meals a day, but each comes with no fixed time. The major course must have rice, most of the time. And, people in the countryside eat very early. The frequently-consumed breakfast items are Vietnamese sandwiches (Banh Mi), beef noodles (Pho), and sticky rice (Xoi). Hence, try any of these options in your morning in the country and say how it is. Next, if you go on a group tour with other travelers in Vietnam, you should expect to see that food is often served in a single bowl or tray, from which food will be shared. Sharing a meal is a common concept in the country. And, if there are elders in the group, the younger people should respect their seniors by letting them take the food first.

Going on a food tour in Vietnam, you’re likely to taste the fried, stewed, and steamed dishes as they are the most common cooking methods. In that sense, let’s savor the fried fish, steamed chicken, and stewed pork. Besides, veggies are often boiled or stir-fried with garlic. When it comes to dining time, people would not stress any strict rules or rituals. Therefore, the homestay culinary experience will be enjoyable and cheerful. It’s comfortable to talk during mealtime, and the common topics would be the weather, work, school, or news. What’s more, take an opportunity to figure out the Vietnamese fish sauce – the irreplaceable condiment in almost any meal.

Vietnam owns a beautiful culinary culture that can enchant foodies nationwide and worldwide. Do not miss the roadside food stalls serving the hot dishes while you can also taste the top food included in the tour, not to mention the interesting services of a cooking class, the visit to tourist attractions, and the chance to communicate with the locals. Each step you go on Vietnam food tour in 2021, there is always a good chance to find a yummy dish.

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