8:00 AM – Pickup and Market Tour
- Your guide will pick you up from your hotel.
- Visit a bustling local market to see how locals shop for fresh ingredients.
- Learn about Hue’s unique produce and spices.
- Sample some snacks from food vendors, such as Banh Loc or fresh fruit.
9:30 AM – Cooking Class
- Head to a local cooking class venue in a serene village setting or within Hue city.
- Learn to prepare 2-3 Hue-style dishes, such as:
- Banh Khoai (Hue pancakes).
- Nem Lui (grilled pork skewers).
- Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup).
- Enjoy the dishes you’ve cooked for lunch.
13:00 PM – Imperial City and Forbidden Purple City
- Visit the Imperial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Walk through the Ngo Mon Gate, explore the Thai Hoa Palace, and learn about life in the Forbidden Purple City.
3:00 PM – Street Food Tour in Hue City
- Enjoy a guided street food tour, sampling popular local dishes such as:
- Banh Beo (steamed rice cakes).
- Com Hen (clam rice).
- Banh Bot Loc (tapioca dumplings).
- Visit a local cafe to try Ca Phe Sua Da (iced coffee) or Ca Phe Muoi (salted coffee).
4:30 PM – Dragon Boat Cruise on Perfume River
- Board a traditional dragon boat for a relaxing cruise along the Perfume River.
- Admire the scenic views of the riverbanks as the sun sets.
5:30 PM – Drop-Off
- Return to your hotel after a full day of culinary and cultural exploration.
The attractions can be rearranged to suit the schedule and weather but still ensure full attractions according to the program.
