Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

• Morning/Afternoon: Arrive in Hanoi. Transfer to your hotel and check in.
• Evening:
  • Welcome Dinner: Enjoy your first meal at Cha Ca La Vong, a restaurant famous for Cha Ca (grilled fish with turmeric and dill).
  • Street Food Walking Tour: Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a local guide, stopping for snacks such as Bánh Cuốn (steamed rice rolls), Bánh Mì, and Egg Coffee.
  • Sightseeing: Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and the Ngoc Son Temple for a peaceful stroll around the city’s central lake.

Day 2: Hanoi Street Food & Market Tour

• Morning:
  • Street Food Breakfast Tour: Visit Dong Xuan Market and taste Hanoi’s Phở, Bánh Bao (steamed buns), and Chả Cá.
• Afternoon:
  • Cooking Class: Learn to prepare Bánh Cuốn, Nem (Spring Rolls), and Phở in a local chef’s home or at a cooking school.
  • Sightseeing: After lunch, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to explore the life of the country’s leader.
• Evening:
  • Dinner: Sample dishes like Bún Thang and Bánh Xèo at a local restaurant.
  • Optional: Attend a Water Puppet Show in the evening at Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

Day 3: Hanoi Culture & Cooking Experience

• Morning:
  • Tour the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the Hanoi Old Quarter.
  • Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House in the Ba Dinh Square.
• Afternoon:
  • Cooking Class: Learn to prepare Hanoi-style dishes, including Bánh Cuốn and Bún Chả.
• Evening:
  • Dinner at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant, savoring dishes like Chả Cá Lã Vọng (grilled fish) and Bánh Xèo.

Day 4: Train Journey to Hue

• Morning/Afternoon:
  • Scenic Train Ride from Hanoi to Hue, passing through the Red River Delta, lush hills, and coastal views.
• Evening:
  • Dinner: Savor Hue’s Royal Cuisine, such as Bánh Khoai (pancakes), Bún Bò Huế (noodle soup), and Com Hen (clam rice).

Day 5: Hue – Culinary Heritage Tour

• Morning:
  • Hue Market Tour: Visit Dong Ba Market, where you can explore fresh herbs, spices, and street food.
  • Sightseeing: Visit the Imperial City (Citadel), the Tomb of Minh Mang, and Tomb of Khai Dinh to learn about the Nguyen Dynasty’s royal history.
• Afternoon:
  • Cooking Class: Learn to prepare Hue Royal Cuisine, such as Bánh Bèo (rice cakes), Bánh Nậm (steamed rice cakes), and Bún Bò Huế (noodle soup).
• Evening:
  • Royal Dinner: Experience a royal banquet-style dinner at a traditional Hue restaurant.

Day 6: Hue – Exploring Local Food & Culture

• Morning:
  • Food Market Tour: Visit Gia Hoi Market, learning about Hue’s spices and fresh products.
  • Cooking Class: Prepare and enjoy dishes like Bánh Cuốn, Bánh Nậm, and Bánh Xèo.
• Afternoon:
  • Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist site by the Perfume River.
• Evening:
  • Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant on Perfume River, savoring fresh seafood and regional specialties.

Day 7: Flight to Da Nang – Hoi An

• Morning:
  • Fly to Da Nang, then transfer to the charming town of Hoi An.
• Afternoon:
  • Hoi An Food Walking Tour: Sample local foods like Cao Lau noodles, Bánh Bao Bánh Vạc (dumplings), and Bánh Mì from famous stalls.
  • Sightseeing: Explore Hoi An Ancient Town, including the Japanese Bridge and Chinese Assembly Halls.
• Evening:
  • Cooking Class: Learn to prepare Bánh Xèo, Cao Lau, and Hoi An-style spring rolls.
  • Dinner: Enjoy your freshly cooked dishes at the cooking school or a local restaurant.

Day 8: Hoi An – Market and Cooking Class

• Morning:
  • Hoi An Market Tour: Visit the Central Market to shop for ingredients before joining a cooking class where you’ll prepare Bánh Xèo and Cao Lau.
• Afternoon:
  • Sightseeing: Visit the My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site that showcases ancient Hindu temples.
• Evening:
  • Dinner: Enjoy Cao Lau noodles and Bánh Mì in a charming riverside restaurant.

Day 9: Da Nang – Culinary Exploration

• Morning:
  • Visit Da Nang’s Con Market for a food tour, tasting Mi Quang (turmeric noodles) and Bánh Canh (thick noodle soup).
• Afternoon:
  • Cooking Class: Learn to prepare Mi Quang, Bánh Xèo, and Bánh Canh.
  • Sightseeing: Visit the Marble Mountains for a panoramic view of the city and coastline.
• Evening:
  • Dinner: Savor Da Nang’s fresh seafood at a local restaurant.

Day 10: Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

• Morning:
  • Fly to Ho Chi Minh City.
• Afternoon:
  • Street Food Tour: Visit Ben Thanh Market for a taste of Bánh Mì, Gỏi Cuốn (spring rolls), and Cơm Tấm (broken rice).
  • Sightseeing: Visit the War Remnants Museum and Notre-Dame Cathedral for a glimpse into the history of the city.
• Evening:
  • Vietnamese Cooking Class: Learn to prepare dishes like Gỏi Cuốn and Bánh Xèo.
  • Dinner: Enjoy the fruits of your labor, and sample other Southern dishes like Cơm Tấm.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City – Culinary Delights

• Morning:
  • Pho Cooking Class: Learn how to make Pho from scratch.
• Afternoon:
  • Chinatown Tour (Cholon): Explore the markets and sample Bánh Bao and Hủ Tiếu (noodle soup).
  • Sightseeing: Visit Cholon’s Binh Tay Market and Saigon’s Opera House.
• Evening:
  • Dinner at a local restaurant featuring Southern specialties like Cá Kho Tộ (fish in clay pot) and Bánh Xèo.

Day 12: Mekong Delta Culinary Tour

• Morning:
  • Travel to the Mekong Delta. Visit a local market to sample tropical fruits and regional specialties.
• Afternoon:
  • Cooking Class: Learn how to make Cá Kho Tộ and Bánh Xèo at a riverside homestay.
  • Boat Tour: Take a boat ride through the Mekong Delta and enjoy the scenic landscape.
• Evening:
  • Dinner: Enjoy a traditional Mekong seafood BBQ by the river.

Day 13: Return to Ho Chi Minh City

• Morning:
  • Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
• Afternoon:
  • Sightseeing: Visit Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about Vietnam’s wartime history and explore the underground network.
• Evening:
  • Farewell Dinner: Enjoy a Vietnamese BBQ or hot pot experience at a local restaurant.

Day 14: Departure

• Morning:
  • Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some free time for shopping or sightseeing.
• Afternoon:
  • Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure.