Cooking Class in Ho Chi Minh City

Understanding the food is not only a great way to experience the culture of such a fascinating country but also gives you a new culinary skill which is sure to impress friends and family. Vietnamese food is healthy, simple to cook and delicious. By choosing this half day tour it gives you a hands-on lesson on how to shop for and cook authentic Vietnamese cuisine for a truly satisfying experience.

View 3 photos

Duration: Full Day

Tour Code: MVDT05

Price from: US $ 45.00 Pax

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Ho Chi Minh City

• Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Lunch

  The day begins with the Local Guide/Chef meeting you at West Gate of Ben Thanh Market. Ben Thanh Market is centrally located and known as one of liveliest and busiest in Saigon. Here you will learn more about the ingredients, Vietnamese herbs and spices and start collecting vegetables for your lesson.
  After the market visit, you will be transferred to a Vietnam Cookery Centre; where you will learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. Here you will take your cooking class it a traditional setting; and guests will be divided into small groups to enhance interaction.
  At the completion of the lesson, you will sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Each day different menus are prepared, so why not take another journey into the world of Vietnamese cuisine tomorrow!

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above (Please note: pick-ups will be by a guide and driver or, where a guide is not necessary, a driver only. All unaccompanied drivers will be briefed in advance, and will carry a mobile phone to ensure smooth transfer arrangements)

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary (please note: guides will be on hand from pick-up until guests' return to their hotel or reaching their destination).

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program

  - Lunches (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & Other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note- The itinerary is just a sample of our tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

  What to bring ?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...

  How to start ?- MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).