Top Ho Chi Minh City Classes & Workshops

Join the colorful throngs of motorbikes zipping across Ho Chi Minh City on a private tour that explores the city’s traditional cuisine and night markets. Sample a series of dishes as you taste your way through the city, and see at some fascinating places along the way, including a surprising pagoda inside an apartment and the banks of the Saigon River. With a personal guide to Ho Chi Minh City’s food and flavors, try each food in context, alongside cups of beer, soft drinks, or homemade sticky rice wine.

Discover the spirit of Vietnamese craft in a creative studio where tradition meets modern expression. At Củi Lũ Concept, you’ll step into a calming space tucked away in Saigon and explore the timeless art of Vietnamese woodcarving in your own unique way. Guided by friendly local artisans, you'll learn traditional carving techniques while enjoying the freedom to personalize your artwork—whether you're shaping wall panels with abstract patterns or bringing symbolic folk animals to life. This hands-on experience blends mindful creation with cultural depth, making it the perfect way to slow down and connect with Vietnamese heritage through art. You'll leave with a finished piece that reflects both your creativity and the soulful charm of Vietnam.

Make a delicious meal with a master chef on this 5-hour, farm-to-table cooking class in Ho Chi Minh City. Learn simple, healthy cooking techniques, and prepare four dishes of food with fresh, organic herbs and vegetables. Pick, cook, then enjoy the results.

Delve into Vietnam's rich tea culture with a unique Lotus Tea Show experience in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. This 60-minute event showcases the delicate art of lotus tea, beginning with an introduction to its royal heritage. Witness a skilled tea performer carry out the rare craft of infusing green tea with fresh lotus flowers, followed by a tasting of this iconic blend. Guests will also participate in a hands-on scenting activity and have the opportunity to brew tea themselves under the guidance of a tea artisan. To complete the experience, each guest receives a personalized lotus flower filled with their own tea blend as a memorable keepsake. This engaging cultural journey is perfect for tea enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Have the special chance to taste one of Vietnam's most unique drinks—and learn how to master its recipe yourself—during this hands-on egg coffee workshop in Ho Chi Minh City. Coffee topped with whipped egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk, egg coffee is a must-try for visiting foodies. With your guide's instruction, practice the technique while learning about the traditional beverage's history—then savor your cup accompanied by cocoa-coated cashews.

Go beyond just the Cu Chi Tunnels on this door-to-door combo tour from Ho Chin Minh. Join a small group and head to the Black Virgin Mountain for a cable car ride to its peak. After soaking up the panoramic views, explore the expansive network of underground tunnels and learn about the Vietnam War. Finally, arrive at the Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh in good time to watch worshippers pray and learn about the sacred traditions.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese coffee culture with this unique and immersive coffee experience in Ho Chi Minh City. Make your way to Lacàph Coffee Experiences Space on the first floor at 220 Nguyễn Công Trứ in Bến Thành to learn about the origins and types of Vietnamese coffee, and experience coffee roasting and the brewing of two different blends, which you can enjoy with light snacks.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese cuisine in this full-day small-group cooking class on a farm in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit a wet market to learn about ingredients and try fresh fruit. Afterwards, pick your own produce at a farm and learn how to make several authentic dishes, which can you savor afterwards with tea and coffee.

With 16 years F&B experience and his love for history & culture, the host puts all the puzzles together to show you a picture of different characters of people in 3 main regions of Vietnam (South/Central/North). All the ingredients used will be explained clearly, they all reflex the connections of regional history, situations and preferences. After this session, the eager-to-explore travelers will not only know how to make and adjust the delicious trendy coffee drinks to fit your tastes / moods, but also explore the country's diverse culture that stretches 1,650km in length. In short, It gives you the thoughtful look of Vietnam's 3 regions through the tasty coffees which represent them.

Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network used during the American-Vietnam War, without having to book transport, entrance, and a guide to take you through the tunnels separately on this convenient tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Step back in time as you peek into the old storage areas, poke your head through camouflaged trapdoors, and crawl through military supply tunnels.

Get ready for a fun-filled coffee adventure with our expert Coffee Guide, Ryan! Born in Vietnam and inspired by his coffee experiences in Australia, Ryan is back in Sài Gòn to take you on a journey through the world of Vietnamese Egg Coffee - one delicious sip at a time. You’ll uncover the secrets behind its creamy blend of rich coffee and frothy egg yolk, explore its fascinating history, and learn how to whip it up at home with easy-to-find ingredients. This isn’t just any coffee class - it’s a 45-minute dive into Việt Nam’s vibrant coffee culture, packed with stories, laughs, and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss out while you’re in Sài Gòn - book now and let the egg coffee adventure begin!

Equal parts metropolis and ancient wonder, with a dash of French, Chinese, and American influence, there’s so much to explore in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest. On this half-day tour, you’ll cross off all the iconic spots, from the Notre Dame Cathedral to the Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, and beyond, catching a sense of the city’s culture along the way.

During the activities, you'll try 6 different coffee drinks (from pure black coffee to the most iconic ones with ingredients) and the stories / origins behind them. There're always reasons, background situations connected to each of the drink. You will understand more about Vietnam history through the coffee tasting, as well as the people characteristics from different parts of the country reflexes on the drinks. Coffee is not just a drink, but how it's much more important to us. Hands-on brewing the coffee yourself. You'll get to know How to use "Phin" (traditional Vietnamese coffee dripper), together with the methods to make the iconic coffee drinks of Southern & Northern Vietnam (the "Ca phe sua" - condensed milk coffee & "Ca phe trung" - egg coffee). You'll be ready to make them at home easily with my tasty recipes/tips, an experienced QC / barista coach. All in all, a complete picture of everything you need to know about Vietnamese coffee.

Learn the art of Vietnamese cuisine direct from a local cook-instructor rather than written recipes with this cooking class in Saigon. Scour a food market to bargain for fresh ingredients, and then head to a local restaurant to prep and cook assorted dishes with your instructor to show you how. Finally, savor your creations and other dishes over a meal. Return hotel transfers and a choice of time slots included.

Benefit from the knowledge of your chef-instructor during a half-day cooking class in Ho Chi Minh City that delves into the delicacies of Vietnamese cuisine. Learn how to prepare a number of dishes with the tools of a traditional Vietnamese kitchen, then enjoy a lunch of the meal you helped to make. Your class includes a market tour, cooking instruction, lunch, and hotel pickup by cyclo.

Experience tasting 7 multiple coffee. Our Coffee expert/specialist will tell you the stories about history, (a few) hands-on making tasting some kinds of coffee with Vietnamese style. You can have a comparison between traditional coffee style and modern coffee style.

Swap the city streets for the waterways of the Mekong Delta on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City, which provides a relaxing escape from Vietnam’s bustling capital. You’ll skip the hassle of advance planning and enjoy a varied itinerary that includes a cooking class, kayak and bike tour, and a live music performance. Plus, you’ll receive personalized attention in a small group limited to 12.

An exhilarating shooting adventure awaits at one of Saigon's premier ranges, perfect for both novices and seasoned shooters. This one-hour experience includes hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from District 1 or District 3. Upon arrival, a professional instructor will guide you through a safety briefing before you choose your bullet package—30 or 60 bullets—each allowing ample time to refine your aim. Enjoy the authentic thrill of shooting at a certified range, with flexible rental options available for various rifles, ensuring an unforgettable experience tailored just for you.

Fox Spirit’s workshop offers a rare, immersive journey into the authentic soul of analog photography through three unique pillars. First, you gain exclusive access to a fully equipped, professional red-lit darkroom right in Saigon. Second, it’s a sensory, hands-on experience: you will operate professional enlargers and watch your own negatives magically come to life in chemical trays! ✨ Finally, we remove all barriers—providing premium chemistry, tools, and photographic paper. ️ Guided step-by-step by passionate experts, you will master contrast control and leave with a sharp, professional-grade print handcrafted by your own hands. It’s therapeutic, magical, and perfect for everyone! ️

One of the best day trips out of Ho Chi Minh City is Mui Ne, a palm-lined beach town with distinctly Vietnamese vibes. Avoid the hassle of driving yourself with this private tour that includes white sand dunes with Jeep rides, lakes, a traditional fishing village, a “fairy stream,” and red sand dunes for one last treat: an exquisite sunset.

Get a comprehensive overview of Vietnam’s culture and history than on typical day trips during a tour that combines a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels with a cooking class and a visit to an organic vegetable farm. Plus, included hotel pickup and drop-off, and a 4-course lunch make for a seamless experience.

This experience was created together with a renowned photographer Frederik Wissink and is hosted either by him or Kevin Lee. Originally from Canada, Fred has been calling Vietnam his home for the last 17 years. Fred has been doing commercial work for hotels including Accor, Hyatt, and Four Seasons, and corporations like Google and Samsung. He did assignments for The New York Times, The Guardian, USA Today, and Discovery Channel. His works were published on the covers of Conde Nast Traveller and Car & Driver magazines. Fred spent several years as an instructor of Hoi An Photo Tour and occasionally co-hosts multi-day tours around Vietnam. With over a decade of experience, Kevin specializes in photography for commercial clients and takes on the producer’s role. Kevin loves capturing breathtaking landscapes and candid moments, drawing from years of experience in both photography and executive production. Previously, Kevin hosted street photography meetups and walks in Singapore.

Make your own bottle of gin at Saigon Baigur’s District 9 Distillery in Ho Chi Minh City. Tour the working distillery, see the stills in action, and learn how Vietnamese botanicals shape its spice-forward profile. At Vietnam’s only Gin School, choose your botanicals, create a recipe, and distill your gin with guidance from the distillers. Two gin-based cocktails round out the experience.

Discover Vietnam’s coffee culture in a 90-minute guided tasting led by a guide trained by food writer and Travel + Leisure SEA Tastemaker Jovel Chan. Blind taste Arabica vs Robusta, explore Vietnam’s coffee history and brew four iconic coffees using the traditional phin, with take-home recipes and a certificate. Inclusions: 1/ Guided Arabica vs Robusta blind tasting 2/ Intro to Vietnam’s coffee history and culture 3/ Hands-on brewing and tasting of Cà Phê Đen, Cà Phê Sữa Đá, Bạc Xỉu and Egg Coffee 4/ Traditional phin brewing techniques, tips and trivia 5/ Take-home recipe cards and certificate Our workshops are vegan and lactose-intolerant friendly, with plant-based alternatives available. For recipes using eggs, we use ISE Egg Premium, pasteurized eggs produced under strict Japanese quality and safety standards.