Tra Que Vegetable Village Tour with Cooking Class

Overview

This half-day tour shows you Tra Que Vegetable Village, a rural village with long tradition of vegetable and herb growing. Here, local farmers still use traditional ways to cultivate a variety of vegetables that are honored to be Vietnam’s national intangible heritage. Herbs from here are thought to have the best qualities and are used to prepare local specialty dishes of Hoi An. Meet a farmer, learn how to grow baby herbs from him/her and do it yourself. Next, visit a local family restaurant where you will have a fun time in making different Vietnamese foods (such as banh xeo pancakes, fried spring rolls, etc). Try the dishes you made and enjoy the lunch with additional food in an extremely peaceful place. Join to escape the hustle and bustle in the city and have memorable experiences.

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Half day Bicycle English, Vietnamese 2 people minimum

Highlights

Cycle though the countryside & the rice fields with a local guide
Visit the herb village, learn how to grow & water the vegetables with a real local farmer
Learn how to make different Vietnamese dishes
Have lunch with a view to vegetable gardens & peacefulness
Escape from hustle & bustle in the city
Know better about local rural life & culture

What's Included

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Departure & Return

Our guide will see you in your hotel in Hoi An, at 8:00 AM or 1:00 PM.

Itinerary

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Tra Que Vegetable Village

Farmers in Tra Que village grow fresh vegetables and herbs with the highest quality in Hoi An. For over 400 years, they have been using traditional, organic techniques that don’t exist anymore in many areas today. Here, travellers have the chance to learn about this know-how, under the instruction of local growers. If traveling with kids, farming experiences give them a fun-filled time, apart from educational meaning.

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Cooking class at Tra Que Vegetable Village

Visit a local family restaurant and meet family members. They will teach you how to prepare different Vietnamese dishes (such as banh xeo crispy pancakes, fried spring rolls, banana flower salad or papaya salad, specialty rolls of the village called ‘tam huu’) and sure, you have a hands-on experience. Learn about ingredients, ways of cooking and insights of Vietnamese culinary culture from local chef. The herbs are picked from the nearby gardens.

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Have lunch or dinner

Have lunch with dishes which you made in the cooking class and additional dishes from the local restaurant. Enjoy the view to the gardens and peacefulness of the village.

Back to hotel

Additional Info

This experience is run with 2 travelers minimum but private one is still available. Chat with us via whatsapp number +84968009827 for the best price.
Confirmation may be received at time of booking.
If traveling with kids, an announcement in advance is necessary.
Free for children under 5 years old and 25% off for children from 5 to 10 years old, full fee for older ages.
A small extra fee will be surcharged to pick up in the Son Tra peninsula (Da Nang) and South Hoi An area (Hoi An)
Most travelers can participate, LGBT-friendly
No wheelchair accessible.

How to Book & Pay

Text in whatsapp +84968009827

A reply will be made within a few hours

Confirmation

Meet up & Pay (in Day of departure)

Cash only, USD & VND accepted

On Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Should I Prepare?

Travelers need to wear clothings that airpits, knees and navel are covered, to express the respect to the gods. Because of requiring walking many, a good pair of shows is necessary (waterproof one if in rainy season). Sun glasses, sun cream, hat/cap, mosquito repellent and rain poncho are what should be in the bag as well.