Top Hoi An Classes & Workshops - page 3

Experience traditional Vietnamese life and cuisine with this morning cooking class on Thuan Tinh Island. Shop for fresh herbs and ingredients at a Hoi An market, enjoy a scenic cruise to the island, then meet your host, Ms. Hoa, at her family home. In a tranquil open-air kitchen, help prepare a variety of delicious dishes such as ‘Banh Xeo’ pancakes, ‘Pho’ noodle soup, and spring rolls, then sit down to enjoy a delicious homemade lunch.

All around the markets and streets of Hoi An, you will see decorated lanterns hanging from walls and ceilings. Learn how to make your own at this friendly workshop, and discover the culturally important artistic techniques used to create these iconic local lanterns. Learn about Vietnamese calligraphy, oriental watercolor painting techniques, and craft your own lantern from bamboo and silk.

The art of Vietnamese cuisine is the ultimate Hoi An souvenir. This cooking class lets you master the techniques the healthy way, alongside a professional chef who values fresh ingredients, fruit and vegetables, and organic options where possible. Working in a group no larger than 10, you’ll prepare four Vietnamese signatures (with vegetarian options available), then eat them with wholesome fresh juices and seasonal fruits.

- Welcome cocktail based on Sampan rum that can accompany throughout the visit. - Guided tour of the distillery producing the only medal rums of Vietnam. - Discover step by step the development of Sampan agricultural rum. - Enjoy the rums that make up the range.

Cooking class with chef Thanh is a home cooking class in Hoi An. Chef Thanh is a professional chef with many years of experience in Vietnamese cuisine. He will guide you how to cook traditional and modern Vietnamese dishes in an easy and fun way. Chef Thanh’s cooking classes are held at his home in Hoi An. You will have the opportunity to learn about the ingredients, cooking techniques, and Vietnamese culinary culture from a professional chef. You will also get to practice cooking your own dishes and enjoy the fruits of your labor with new friends. Immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of the market in Hoi An Experience selling and bargaining at the food market like a local Explore the dense coconut palm forest by bamboo basket boat Take part in a hands-on cooking class in a rural setting Savour traditional Vietnamese dishes that you've made yourself

Learn to make traditional Vietnamese dishes from scratch during your time in Hoi An when you book this cooking workshop. Join your private host and walk through the local market to shop for ingredients. Now it’s time to get your hands dirty to create a delicious lunch while your host tells you about some of the history behind the dishes and how to enjoy them like a local.

Discover the heart of Hoi An old town with this multi-activity experience. Take a basket boat ride in the coconut palm forest and enjoy a cooking class with ingredients from your local market visit

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture during your time in Hoi An when you book this half-day tour. Join a small group and start out with a walk through the local market to shop for ingredients for your cooking class. Then, head to a small village to see how locals fish on the waters in a bamboo basket boat. End your day learning how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes and enjoying your creations.

Enjoy an immersive experience in Vietnamese cuisine on this morning or afternoon cookery class from Hoi An. Following a pickup at your Hoi An accommodation, head to the markets to collect your fresh ingredients. Escape to the countryside to try your hand at fishing the traditional Vietnamese way, then roll up your sleeves for a cookery class with a local chef—and prepare speciality dishes popular in Vietnamese cookery.

Discover two integral parts of Vietnamese culture—without having to book separate experiences—with this lantern-making and cooking class. Join your host and a small group for a visit to a garden, where you learn about local farming practices, and continue to a market to pick up ingredients for later. Then it's on to a lantern-making workshop, followed by a hands-on cooking class where you get to whip up (and eat) a traditional Vietnamese meal.

Discover the ancient Cham architecture of My Son Sanctuary on a guided tour from Hoi An that includes a cruise along the Thu Bon River. Learn the story of the Cham culture while strolling through a complex of tower-temples at My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, admire the countryside from the Thu Bon River. Refuel with lunch on board, and stop to try making local rice paper.

With the help of your native host, you will discover the unique flavors of local cooking while learning about traditional ways of life. As part of this class, you will visit a local market, choose exotic ingredients, go to the organic garden to be farmers, taste the best coffee in Hoi An, and cook 4 typical dishes. The piano/ guitar is waiting for you to play as an artist within the heart of Hoi An! A funny and relaxing time in Hoi An to be highlighted!

Be an artist for the day in Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed Ancient Town, with tips on painting techniques provided by a talented local artist. First, gain inspiration from the architecture during a guided walking tour of Hoi An’s atmospheric streets. Then get hands-on practice and capture a picturesque scene on your canvas. This 4-hour experience includes snacks and Vietnamese coffee plus a stop at an art gallery.

Explore Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ancient Town as the sun goes down on this private walking tour. Spend the evening visiting historic highlights like the Japanese Bridge, the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and the Tan Ky Commercial House, and take photos to remember them by without worrying about your own tour group getting in the way of your shot. Cruise down the Hoai River in a traditional sampan boat and explore the city’s colorful lantern market.

Beat the heat—and the crowds—by arriving early at My Son Sanctuary. During this private tour you’ll learn from your guide about the Champa Kingdom that ruled for centuries in Vietnam. At the UNESCO World Heritage Site, see ancient temples built in a beautiful valley surrounded by jungle and mountains. The dawn light is an extra bonus.

Travelers interested in Vietnamese history and cultural heritage will enjoy this half-day small-group trip to the UNESCO-listed My Son Sanctuary. Explore the 1,600-year-old ruins while learning more about the ancient Champa Kingdom. Take a boat ride through the sanctuary and be entertained by a classical Apsara dance. If you take the morning trip, lunch is included.

The Ba Na Hills is home to a European-style theme park that offers surprises at every turn. Enjoy a day out that’s fun for travelers of all ages during a day trip to the Ba Na Hills from Hoi An or Da Nang, a hassle-free option that removes the stress of advance planning. Round-trip transport from your accommodation to the theme park means you won’t have to worry about car hire, while included lunch and entrance fees make for a seamless experience.

An half-day trip to Thanh Dong organic farm brings you closer to the beauty of Hoi An’s countryside and its friendly people. We will join them in their daily work of organic farming and also cook your own lunch with the host assistance. It’s one of the best way to get an authentic experience as well as support local community.

Delve deeper into the art of Vietnamese cuisine during a cooking class that includes a tour of a local market. You’ll benefit from both the personalized attention and insider knowledge of a local chef as you prepare and cook dishes using fresh and traditional ingredients. Plus, unlike with most cooking classes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Uncover the secrets of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed My Son Sanctuary during an exhilarating half-day excursion from Hoi An. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, gain a fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the landmarks that decorate the ancient capital of the Champa Kingdom. Select a start time to suit your schedule and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel. Visit the magnificent monuments and receive personalized attention from your guide on this intimate tour.

Escape the city and travel to the Vietnamese countryside to experience a cookery class with a difference. Unlike on other culinary tours, explore a local market, take a boat cruise on the Thu Bon River, ride in a cart pulled by a water buffalo, and even receive a shoulder massage before learning to cook Vietnamese delicacies. Plus, for the ultimate convenience, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a vegetarian meal option are available.

No previous skills are required to create your own handmade lantern, making this 2.5-hour workshop a family-friendly activity in Hoi An. Participants are provided with a bamboo frame—with multiple shapes to choose from—and shown by craftsmen how to fold the silk into a colorful lantern. Fold it flat into your luggage and return home with a unique souvenir.

Head to Hoi An Memories Land and delight in the grand spectacle that is the Hoi An Memories Show. Discover the history of this idyllic seaside town in five acts of awe-inspiring storytelling.

The Cham Islands are a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and renowned for their diverse marine life, but you don’t have to scuba dive to experience the underwater wonders. This full-day cruise from Hoi An includes an underwater walking activity, plenty of free time for swimming and snorkeling, and a delicious lunch at a beachside restaurant. So you don't have to plan logistics yourself or spend days learning to dive to appreciate the ocean floor.