Top Ho Chi Minh City Classes & Workshops - page 3

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.

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.

Go behind the scenes of Vietnam’s famously fresh cuisine with this hands-on cooking class and farm visit. Picked up from your Ho Chi Minh City hotel, you’ll soon be on a real-life Vietnamese farm, where you’ll get the chance to pick ingredients—and even try milking a cow. After the farm visit, you’ll settle in for a three-course cooking class, ensuring this is one experience that comes home with you.

My teacher is Master Shree who needs no introduction in the world of singing bowl therapy, a 3rd generation healer and one of the foremost teacher/singing bowl healer in Nepal, who has been giving profound knowledge to his students with passion and energy over 3 decades. What you are going to receive in the healing session is all the energy, through me, transferred from the great Himalayas mountains. Trust the process!

Avoid the hassle of figuring out where to find a truly local, meaningful experience in busy Ho Chi Minh City with this private flower workshop hosted in a local home. Settle in with fresh tea as a friendly local florist guides you through arranging seasonal blooms, sharing a bit of everyday Vietnamese floral culture along the way. It’s an easy, welcoming way to slow down and create something personal to take home.

Cooking classes are a great way to commemorate a trip—but this one will also level up your skills. Built for those who already have confidence in the kitchen, you’ll follow a professional chef across several classic Vietnamese dishes, concentrating on technique and the nuance of flavor. Morning and afternoon sessions are paired with a market visit, turning this into a cultural excursion as well.

Join our cooking class for an authentic taste of Vietnamese cuisine. Use fresh, local ingredients and master traditional techniques with expert chefs. Dive into the culture, cook classic dishes, and savor every bite. Experience the essence of Vietnam in every delicious moment—book now and taste the adventure! Our menu changes daily, offering plenty of options—even if you're vegetarian, halal, or vegan. Have allergies? No worries, we've got you covered!

Spend a day exploring Vietnamese cuisine in Ho Chi Minh City, starting with a market visit, on this private excursion. On arrival at the cooking school, take a tour of the garden farm and harvest its fruits. A professional chef demonstrates how to prepare four authentic dishes that you sit down to enjoy for lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in this full-day tour.

Led by your team of talented professional chefs, we create a fun and lively atmosphere where participants can learn, laugh, and indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vietnam. Through your cooking classes, culinary team building events, and food tours, we aim to create memorable experiences that celebrate the rich flavors and traditions of Vietnam.

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.

1.Immerse yourself into local culture 2.Hand-on experience how to make Vietnamese traditional custom 3.Take home your own masterpiece 4.Unique and memorable experience

Experience the culinary and cultural history of Vietnam in one day, including a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels. Get an overview of Vietnamese agriculture at an organic farm and learn cooking skills during a hands-on lesson with a professional chef. After a delicious lunch, visit the subterranean network of tunnels built by Viet Cong guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. Get a look underground and hear about wartime struggles on this day trip from Ho Chi Minh City.

Explore Vietnamese cuisine in a local chef's home during a cooking class in Ho Chi Minh City. Prepare authentic dishes like pho and banh xeo, then sit down to enjoy your creation for lunch or dinner

Our Shake & Savor: Coffee Cocktails workshop combines the rich tradition of Vietnamese coffee with the creativity of cocktail mixology. It’s an immersive experience where you craft unique coffee-based cocktails, blending bold flavors and unexpected twists. Expect vibrant flavors like Cà Phê Mít with jackfruit and sampan rhum, or the bold Phở Fizz with dry gin and Cascara Tea, creating a fusion of coffee, spice, and sweetness that’s distinctly Vietnamese yet refreshingly modern.

Get ready for a fun-filled coffee adventure with our expert Coffee Guide, Ryan! Born in Vietnam but with his coffee love rooted in Australia, Ryan's back in Sài Gòn to take you on a journey through the world of Salted Vietnamese Coffee—one sip at a time. You’ll learn all the secrets behind its salty twist, the history, and how to make it at home with easy-to-find ingredients. This isn’t just any coffee class—it’s a 45-minute ride through Việt Nam’s rich coffee culture, packed with stories, laughs, and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss out while you’re in Sài Gòn—book now and let the coffee adventure begin!

Hanoi's Train Street is famous. Visit Ho Chi Minh City's equivalent, Saigon railway village, on this door-to-door sunrise photo tour. We'll look at how to create a picture story and use camera settings, then capture life along the tracks as the trains roll in. As you learn the art of street photography, you'll also enjoy a local breakfast of coffee and noodles or banh mi.

Sitting at a cafe in Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll be enveloped by the city's vibrant energy—the aroma of rich Vietnamese coffee mingling with the scent of street food, motorbikes whizzing by, locals and tourists chatting animatedly. The blend of tradition and modernity creates a unique, dynamic atmosphere that’s utterly captivating, especially with a local guide showing you the scene.

Design your very own Non La, or palm-leaf conical hat, at this painting class in Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll also learn about Dong Ho paintings at the art studio where you paint, plus try some traditional cookies and tea. This is a private tour just for you and your group, so feel free to take your time while you create.

Discover Vietnam’s rich culinary traditions and visit one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most important historic sites on this full-day tour. Shop for fresh ingredients at Ben Thanh Market, prepare a variety of Vietnamese dishes under the guidance of a local chef, then sit down to share a delicious homemade lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, where you can explore the tunnels, weapon stores, and bunkers used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.

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 4 Vietnamese Coffees, the highest number of any workshop! ✅ Home-Friendly Techniques: All recipes use simple equipment you can easily find at home. ✅ Taste Four Iconic Coffees: Includes Cà Phê Đen, Cà Phê Sữa, Bac Xiu, and Egg Coffee in one session. ✅ Led by Coffee-Savvy Guides: Trained by Jovel Chan, a trusted food writer and Travel + Leisure Tastemaker. ✅ Deep Dive into Vietnamese Coffee Culture: Go beyond the cup—discover the history, stories, and what makes Vietnamese coffee special. ✅ Small, Intimate Groups: Get personal attention and ask all your brewing and tasting questions. ✅ Take-Home Skills: Perfect for travelers who want to recreate authentic Vietnamese coffee at home.

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.

Fun and vibrant English speaking environment, Supportive members (showing you/taking you to a favorite local spots for food and stuff), Interesting conversation with the locals.

Perfect for lovers of cocktails, locally-sourced craft products and culture. Hosted in a cosy café by day and an intimate cocktail bar that feels like a home by night, it’s all about local flavours paired with a guided hands-on tasting by an industry insider all while tasting exclusive spirits from Vietnamese sake to first-of-its-kind Soju, Makgeolli and other local fruit liquors, some of which are only available during this experience.