Embark on a delightful morning or afternoon tour in Hoi An, designed for small groups to ensure a personalized cooking class experience. Your day begins with a guided visit to a local market alongside a master chef, where you'll discover and learn about essential local ingredients.
Following the market exploration, the journey continues to the water coconut village. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to try catching "Purple crab" in the canals and paddle a traditional "bamboo basket boat" while admiring the scenic countryside of Vietnam.
The highlight of the tour is a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class. You'll prepare and enjoy four delicious dishes yourself, with a recipe card provided to help you recreate these culinary delights at home. Don't miss this chance for an authentic local experience in Hoi An!
Meet Mr. Tâm, a gifted chef whose extensive experience and culinary skills will guide you through the creation of exquisite Vietnamese cuisine.
We are happy to accommodate vegetarian and other dietary requirements.
✓ A bottle of water, basket boat ride, and transportation✓ Experience rowing a basket boat and catching crabs✓ Lunch included✓ Participation in a coconut house cooking class✓ Photo opportunities in the coconut village✓ Services of English-speaking guidesActivity Schedule
4 h
A fun and interesting way to experience the rural life in Hoi An and Vietnamese cuisine.
What You Will Do:
You will be picked up by local tour guides at your hotel or our meeting point, Bebe Tailor. We will then take you to the colorful Hoi An market. Your guide will assist you in communicating with local vendors and show you how to select high-quality ingredients for the cooking class.
After the market visit, we proceed directly to the Nipa palm forest via bamboo basket boat. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Nipa forest and enjoy crab fishing – a truly cool experience!
You'll have the chance to admire the river's beauty in the Vietnamese countryside, observe traditional fishing methods, and interact with the hospitable local fishermen. This special moment offers opportunities for unforgettable photos of Vietnam's rural scenes and people.
Following these eco-tour activities, you will be welcomed at our restaurant to participate in a cooking session lasting approximately 2 hours with our chef. A recipe card will be provided after the class, allowing you to recreate the dishes at home.
Your mobile or paper ticket is accepted. Please present one ticket per booking.
We offer pick-up services in Hoi An City or from hotels within a 5km radius.
The designated meeting point is Be Be Tailor shop, located at 05-07 Hoàng Diệu Street, Hoi An City.
This tour is wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can be accommodated in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are conveniently available nearby. Specialized infant seats can be provided upon request. Transportation methods used during the tour are wheelchair accessible. All activity areas and surfaces are designed to be wheelchair accessible. Hoi An Cooking Class (Market, Basket Boat Crab Fishing & Cooking Class) Pickup included Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking and boat rides. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent, especially for the outdoor activities. Be prepared for a hands-on experience in both the market and the kitchen. Inform the tour operator in advance of any specific dietary restrictions. Allow ample time for pickup and travel to the market and village. This tour is suitable for most fitness levels. For a full refund, please ensure your cancellation is made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 164857P1
Activity offered by Hoi An Eco Tours Discovery via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Travelers interested in Vietnamese cuisine Families with young children Couples seeking a unique cultural experience Solo travelers wanting to explore local life Immerse yourself in local life with a market tour and hands-on cooking class. Enjoy a unique basket boat ride and crab fishing experience. Learn authentic Vietnamese recipes from a skilled chef. Discover the beautiful Nipa palm forest countryside. Small group sizes for a more intimate experience. Dietary needs can be accommodated.
Population 121,716 (2008)
Elevation 13 m
Currency Vietnamese đồng
Official language Vietnamese
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, C, F, G · 220 V
Emergency number 113
Capital city Hanoi Average temperatures 20° Jan 21° Feb 23° Mar 26° Apr 27° May 27° Jun 27° Jul 27° Aug 26° Sept 24° Oct 22° Nov 20° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the Hoi An Cooking Class? + The total duration of the activity is 4 hours.
What is the maximum group size for this tour? + The tour is conducted in small groups with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is pickup included in the tour? + Yes, pickup is included from Hoi An City or hotels within a 5km radius. The meeting point is Be Be Tailor shop.
Can dietary requirements be catered for? + Yes, we can cater to vegetarian and other dietary requirements upon request.
What happens if it rains? + The tour will be cancelled if there is bad weather.
How far in advance should I cancel for a full refund? + For a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Definitely Book this Experience
992tlxm, October 2026
Tam was a great host for the cooking class and Ms Susu was a great tour guide as well. The value for everything included in the tour far exceeded my expectations and I enjoyed it more than I could have anticipated. 10/10 recommend for couples, families, and solo travelers alike
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Cuisine
herv_r545, October 2026
The cooking part is great. The crab fishing part needs to be reviewed. The guide is nice, but fishing for small crabs in a not very clean place. No interest.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great experience
andyfL9552FO, September 2026
The market visit and the cooking were our favourite. Tam is a great host! Food was incredible and was a great family activity.
It was a little too hot for our basket boat ride but still enjoyed it :)
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great Experience
abQ1472HJ, September 2026
This is such a nice and authentic experience. Chef Tam was great. There is a really nice couple that does the boat ride.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Nice
U5325JSmayab, September 2026
The market tour was unnecessary in my opinion but the crab fishing was funny (i actually got a crab!) and the cooking was funny and actually really tasty
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