5.0 (578) · Hoi An · By Hoi An Eco Tour and Papa's Cooking Class Free cancellation
Tour Times:
Morning: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Afternoon: 2:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Duration: 4.5 hours
Tour Runs: Minimum 2 persons with small group size.
Experience more than just cooking; explore our beautiful countryside. With our fishing life tour, enjoy a unique boat trip on the river with local people! Learn traditional fishing customs and navigate bamboo basket boats while exploring the water coconut palm groves, a testament to local history. Become a true fisherman by catching crabs!
After your adventure, you'll be warmly welcomed to our restaurant with a local greeting drink. Spend two hours as part of our family during a cooking class. Our chefs will teach you how to prepare local dishes, which you'll then enjoy for lunch or dinner.
Our local guides will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the local market in Hoi An. Your guide will introduce each ingredient one by one, which you'll use in your cooking class.
✓ Life jacket, umbrella, and raincoat provided.✓ Vietnamese tea and bottled water included.✓ Pick-up and drop-off service at your Hoi An accommodation.✓ Entrance ticket to the coconut forest.✓ Lunch or Dinner (Enjoy your own creations and our menu).✓ Basket boat ride to explore the nipa (water coconut) forest.✓ English-speaking guide (chef).✕ Personal expenses.✕ An additional fee of 15 USD per person applies for pick-up and drop-off in Da Nang via private car.Activity Schedule
4 h 30
4.5 hours of immersive experience.
8:30 AM: Our local guides will pick you up from your hotel.
You will be transferred to the local market in Hoi An, where your guide will introduce each food ingredient for your cooking class.
Embark on our fishing life tour for a memorable boat experience on the river.
Try your hand at becoming a real fisherman by casting a net and learning local fishing techniques. Catching your own fish will make the day truly worthwhile.
Learn traditional fishing customs by paddling a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat while exploring the nipa palm forest, a site rich in local history.
Become a true fisherman by catching crabs.
11:15 AM: You will be warmly welcomed at our restaurant with a refreshing local greeting drink.
Spend two hours as part of our family during a hands-on cooking class. Our chefs will guide you in preparing traditional Vietnamese dishes.
Savor the lunch or dinner you've prepared yourself.
1:00 PM: Return to your hotel with our sincere thanks and best wishes.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking.
Please confirm your tour details with us one day in advance via phone, WhatsApp, or email.
Please confirm your tour details with us one day in advance via phone, WhatsApp, or email.
+ Please confirm pick-up details upon booking.
+ Traveler pick-up is offered.
+ Hotel pick-up and return are available for Hoi An Old Town and beach areas only.
If pick-up is required from Da Nang, an extra 15 USD per private car (one-way to Hoi An) will be charged.
+ Morning Tour: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
+ Afternoon Tour: 2:15 PM - 6:30 PM
+ A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Meeting point
Hoi An
Hoi An, Da Nang, Vietnam
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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. Hoi An Eco Tour Cooking Class & Fishing (Local market, basket boat, learn cooking) Pick-up included Confirm your booking and pick-up details at least one day in advance. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for outdoor activities. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent. Be prepared for a hands-on experience and enjoy learning new skills. Inform your guide of any dietary restrictions or allergies. This tour is suitable for most fitness levels. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 201338P1
Activity offered by Hoi An Eco Tour and Papa's Cooking Class via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Couples Families Solo travelers Food enthusiasts Culture seekers Hands-on cooking class with local chefs. Explore the countryside and local market. Experience traditional Vietnamese fishing methods. Ride in a unique bamboo basket boat. Enjoy a delicious meal you prepared yourself. Small group sizes for a personalized experience.
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
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What is the duration of the Hoi An Eco Tour? + The tour lasts for 4.5 hours.
Is pick-up included from my hotel? + Hotel pick-up and return are included for locations within Hoi An Old Town and the beach areas. An additional fee applies for pick-up from Da Nang.
What should I bring for the tour? + It is recommended to bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent. Comfortable clothing and shoes are also advised.
What happens if the weather is bad? + The tour will be cancelled in case of bad weather.
Reviews provided by Viator, written by travellers on Viator and Tripadvisor.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Excellent experience
Storry27, August 2026
A lovely few hours with an experienced guide with lots of energy! Happy and well informed of local traditions and specialities. The boat ride was short but enjoyable and the family who ran the boats were very friendly and accommodating. Cooking experience was excellent and we made more food than expected!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
New cooking experience
文涵杜, July 2026
Very interesting and the food is delicious
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
nice small group, very good food
Eva K, July 2026
we were here as mother and daughter and really enjoyed the tour. Only 4 people, it was fun.
★★★★★ Viator review
Great experience!...
Nathaniel_B, July 2026
Great experience! Friendly hosts, delicious dishes, and the boat ride down the river was a highlight. The local market was very cool.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Very nice!
Ebba D, June 2026
Great boat trip with a nice boat host, very helpful. The cooking class was absolutely incredible and the teacher was nice and good at teaching. The food was amazing and you got a lot of food so you almost don’t need to eat before you get here because you will want to eat everything. Would really recommend!:)
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