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Asia
10 days
9 nights
12 people
Moderate
Food & Drink
Explore the rich culinary heritage of Vietnam on a sweet and spicy nine-day cross-country food-themed extravaganza. Traverse spectacular landscapes and immerse yourself in the country’s profound history and culture. Savor iconic dishes like banh mi, pho, and banh cuon, and discover the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine with hands-on cookery classes and demonstrations from passionate local chefs and food producers. At the end of your flavor-filled gastronomic odyssey you’ll understand why Anthony Bourdain once called Vietnam “one of my favorite places on earth.”
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Xin chào! A private transfer from the airport will take you to your hotel in the heart of Hanoi’s buzzing Old Quarter. Visit the oldest Buddhist temple in the city with your local guide before celebrating your arrival in style with a cocktail, at one of the best rooftop bars in Hanoi. Enjoy a lavish welcome dinner at one of the capital’s finest restaurants, which boasts spectacular views over Hoan Kiem Lake. Finish your first day with a wander around the Old Quarter’s iconic night market, an enthralling introduction to the many street food delights of Vietnam.
Xin chào! A private transfer from the airport will take you to your hotel in the heart of Hanoi’s buzzing Old Quarter. Visit the oldest Buddhist temple in the city with your local guide before celebrating your arrival in style with a cocktail, at one of the best rooftop bars in Hanoi. Enjoy a lavish welcome dinner at one of the capital’s finest restaurants, which boasts spectacular views over Hoan Kiem Lake. Finish your first day with a wander around the Old Quarter’s iconic night market, an enthralling introduction to the many street food delights of Vietnam.
May De Ville Luxury Hotel, or similar, Hanoi
Welcome Dinner
May De Ville Luxury Hotel, or similar, Hanoi
Welcome Dinner
Head out of the city today to explore the spectacular Vietnamese countryside and the beautiful landscapes of the Mai Chau River Valley. Learn about the art of rice wine making in a local village. Later, watch a traditional local folk dance accompanied by a glass of local rice wine before heading back to your eco-lodge accommodation for dinner, a fusion of Vietnamese traditional food and Thai tribal food served with vegetables and herbs grown in the hotel’s vegetable garden.
Head out of the city today to explore the spectacular Vietnamese countryside and the beautiful landscapes of the Mai Chau River Valley. Learn about the art of rice wine making in a local village. Later, watch a traditional local folk dance accompanied by a glass of local rice wine before heading back to your eco-lodge accommodation for dinner, a fusion of Vietnamese traditional food and Thai tribal food served with vegetables and herbs grown in the hotel’s vegetable garden.
Mai Chau Eco-Lodge or similar, Mai Chau River Valley
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mai Chau Eco-Lodge or similar, Mai Chau River Valley
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Check out the Mai Chau Valley’s local food & handicrafts market before returning to Hanoi for a fun afternoon cyclo tour, taking in sights such as Ngoc Son Temple, Dong Xuan Market, the Opera House, and St. Joseph's Cathedral. Later, discuss the impact of the American war over a delicious dinner with a Vietnamese former fighter pilot, and PBS journalist, and hear about their experiences of the war.
Check out the Mai Chau Valley’s local food & handicrafts market before returning to Hanoi for a fun afternoon cyclo tour, taking in sights such as Ngoc Son Temple, Dong Xuan Market, the Opera House, and St. Joseph's Cathedral. Later, discuss the impact of the American war over a delicious dinner with a Vietnamese former fighter pilot, and PBS journalist, and hear about their experiences of the war.
May De Ville Luxury Hotel or similar, Hanoi
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
May De Ville Luxury Hotel or similar, Hanoi
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Work up an appetite for breakfast this morning with a walk around picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, before making a stop at one of our favorite local cafes for a pho and a traditional egg coffee - a sweet, frothy, and distinctly Hanoian beverage made of egg yolk and condensed milk. A short flight will then transport you to the old imperial capital of Huế, one of Asia’s most captivating cities. Join a luxury sunset boat trip on the Perfume River, accompanied by a refreshing Tra Bach herbal tea and pastries, and glide past spectacular historic landmarks such as Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang Tomb. Devour renowned Vietnamese fusion cuisine for dinner tonight, in the delightful countryside setting of your hotel.
Work up an appetite for breakfast this morning with a walk around picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, before making a stop at one of our favorite local cafes for a pho and a traditional egg coffee - a sweet, frothy, and distinctly Hanoian beverage made of egg yolk and condensed milk. A short flight will then transport you to the old imperial capital of Huế, one of Asia’s most captivating cities. Join a luxury sunset boat trip on the Perfume River, accompanied by a refreshing Tra Bach herbal tea and pastries, and glide past spectacular historic landmarks such as Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang Tomb. Devour renowned Vietnamese fusion cuisine for dinner tonight, in the delightful countryside setting of your hotel.
Pilgrimage Village or similar, Huế
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Pilgrimage Village or similar, Huế
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your day with a lesson in Vietnamese imperial history with a visit to the majestic royal tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh’s burial chamber. Take a scenic dragon boat ride back to Huế, where you’ll soak up the serenity of a Buddhist monastery, and wander around the vast imperial citadel. Your culinary senses will be delighted at Dong Ba market, where you'll taste an exciting assortment of street snacks, including the addictive sesame sweat treat known as me xung, alongside a Vietnamese coffee. Spend the rest of the day at Ben Xuan Résidence, nestled in stunningly beautiful gardens overlooking the Perfume River. Indulge in a serving of cake and green tea, followed by a private concert by a group of extraordinary musicians. To conclude this memorable day, a sumptuous meal of local dishes will be served.
Begin your day with a lesson in Vietnamese imperial history with a visit to the majestic royal tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh’s burial chamber. Take a scenic dragon boat ride back to Huế, where you’ll soak up the serenity of a Buddhist monastery, and wander around the vast imperial citadel. Your culinary senses will be delighted at Dong Ba market, where you'll taste an exciting assortment of street snacks, including the addictive sesame sweat treat known as me xung, alongside a Vietnamese coffee. Spend the rest of the day at Ben Xuan Résidence, nestled in stunningly beautiful gardens overlooking the Perfume River. Indulge in a serving of cake and green tea, followed by a private concert by a group of extraordinary musicians. To conclude this memorable day, a sumptuous meal of local dishes will be served.
Pilgrimage Village or similar, Huế
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Pilgrimage Village or similar, Huế
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Embark on an early morning journey to picturesque Hoi An, traveling along one of Vietnam's most scenic routes. Your evening will be dedicated to exploring the highlights of Hoi An. Let your guide lead you to some of the city’s best street food stalls, and try local delights like cao lau noodles and white rose dumplings. As night falls indulge in a memorable dinner at one of our favorite restaurants in the country.
Embark on an early morning journey to picturesque Hoi An, traveling along one of Vietnam's most scenic routes. Your evening will be dedicated to exploring the highlights of Hoi An. Let your guide lead you to some of the city’s best street food stalls, and try local delights like cao lau noodles and white rose dumplings. As night falls indulge in a memorable dinner at one of our favorite restaurants in the country.
Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa or similar, Hoi An
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa or similar, Hoi An
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We'll start the day with a private cooking class. Under the guidance of a skilled local chef, unlock the secrets behind beloved Vietnamese dishes and gorge yourself on your sweet and spicy creations over lunch. Next, get a glimpse into the fascinating world of Vietnamese folk art as you visit a local artist's home for an opera mask drawing workshop. Enjoy some leisure time this afternoon before meeting up with your group for a delectable dinner along Hoi An’s pretty waterfront, treating your palate to a tantalizing array of out-of-this-world street eats.
We'll start the day with a private cooking class. Under the guidance of a skilled local chef, unlock the secrets behind beloved Vietnamese dishes and gorge yourself on your sweet and spicy creations over lunch. Next, get a glimpse into the fascinating world of Vietnamese folk art as you visit a local artist's home for an opera mask drawing workshop. Enjoy some leisure time this afternoon before meeting up with your group for a delectable dinner along Hoi An’s pretty waterfront, treating your palate to a tantalizing array of out-of-this-world street eats.
Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa, or similar, Hoi An
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa, or similar, Hoi An
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
It’s time to leave the tranquility of Hoi An behind as you journey south to the modern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. Once known as Saigon, this up-and-coming city is famous for the eight million scooters that weave through its busy streets every day, as well as its excellent street food pedigree. Hop on the back of a vintage Vespa to tour the city streets before getting down to some serious street food snacking with the help of your guide.
It’s time to leave the tranquility of Hoi An behind as you journey south to the modern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. Once known as Saigon, this up-and-coming city is famous for the eight million scooters that weave through its busy streets every day, as well as its excellent street food pedigree. Hop on the back of a vintage Vespa to tour the city streets before getting down to some serious street food snacking with the help of your guide.
Rex Hotel Saigon, or similar, Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast, Dinner
Rex Hotel Saigon, or similar, Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast, Dinner
This morning you’ll visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels, a former Viet Cong stronghold that offers a profound insight into the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people during the American War. Head back to the city for one last dose of Vietnamese street food before making your way to one of Ho Chi Minh City’s best rooftop bars for a farewell toast overlooking the bustling streets below. Enjoy a farewell dinner & night out on the town at a much-loved local restaurant.
This morning you’ll visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels, a former Viet Cong stronghold that offers a profound insight into the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people during the American War. Head back to the city for one last dose of Vietnamese street food before making your way to one of Ho Chi Minh City’s best rooftop bars for a farewell toast overlooking the bustling streets below. Enjoy a farewell dinner & night out on the town at a much-loved local restaurant.
Rex Hotel Saigon, or similar, Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell Dinner
Rex Hotel Saigon, or similar, Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell Dinner
Your Vietnam foodie adventure comes to an end today. If you plan to extend your stay in Vietnam, check out the Atlas Obscura Guide to Vietnam for itinerary inspiration. Until our next adventure!
Your Vietnam foodie adventure comes to an end today. If you plan to extend your stay in Vietnam, check out the Atlas Obscura Guide to Vietnam for itinerary inspiration. Until our next adventure!
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The listed price of the trip is per person based on double occupancy.
You’re in good company.
Opt for a Private Room to yourself, subject to availability, for a supplemental cost of $670 USD.
Solo travelers typically make up about half of our small groups. With curiosity at the center of our experiences, there’s a natural camaraderie that develops over the course of a trip.
If you don’t opt for a Private Room, you'll be matched with another solo traveler of the same gender.
You’re in good company.
Opt for a Private Room to yourself, subject to availability, for a supplemental cost of $670 USD.
Solo travelers typically make up about half of our small groups. With curiosity at the center of our experiences, there’s a natural camaraderie that develops over the course of a trip.
If you don’t opt for a Private Room, you'll be matched with another solo traveler of the same gender.
This trip is fairly active; travelers should feel comfortable walking three to five miles over the course of each day, and remaining on their feet for long periods of time. Several parts of the tour involve some longer walks, including up and down stairs and on uneven ground. There will also be an optional cycling opportunity in the countryside.
This trip is fairly active; travelers should feel comfortable walking three to five miles over the course of each day, and remaining on their feet for long periods of time. Several parts of the tour involve some longer walks, including up and down stairs and on uneven ground. There will also be an optional cycling opportunity in the countryside.
You should plan to arrive by 1 p.m. on Day 1, and depart anytime on Day 9. Hanoi International Airport (HAN) connects to a range of flight hubs in Asia. The best flight connections to Hanoi are offered by Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines and Cathay Pacific.
*Airport transfers are only provided if arriving & departing on the trip dates, or if pre/post arrangements have been made through Atlas Obscura.
You should plan to arrive by 1 p.m. on Day 1, and depart anytime on Day 9. Hanoi International Airport (HAN) connects to a range of flight hubs in Asia. The best flight connections to Hanoi are offered by Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines and Cathay Pacific.
*Airport transfers are only provided if arriving & departing on the trip dates, or if pre/post arrangements have been made through Atlas Obscura.
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