• Dong Xuan Market - Hanoi’s largest and most lively indoor market, located in a historic French colonial building. It’s a vibrant labyrinth of stalls offering everything from fresh produce and local street food to clothing, souvenirs, and household items, providing visitors with an authentic taste of local life.
• Hanoi - Return to the venue to begin the hands-on Cooking Class. Participants will learn to prepare classic Vietnamese dishes, mastering traditional techniques to take home. Upon completion, enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delicious meal and unlimited tastings of local wine.
• Ho Chi Minh Museum - The Ho Chi Minh Complex is a cultural and historical landmark in Hanoi, dedicated to Vietnam’s revered leader. Visitors can admire the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, explore the simple yet symbolic Stilt House where he once lived, and stroll through the peaceful Presidential Garden.
• One Pillar Pagoda - Visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique lotus-shaped Buddhist temple in Hanoi, built on a single stone pillar and revered as a symbol of purity, longevity, and resilience.
• Hanoi Train Street - At Hanoi Train Street, travelers can enjoy coffee or tea at quaint local cafés, watch as towering trains pass by just a few feet away, and capture stunning photos of this vibrant, unique urban experience.

• All ingredients and cooking equipment
• Guidance from a professional English-speaking home chef
• Hands-on experience learning how to cook four iconic Vietnamese dishes
• English-speaking tour guide
• Fresh, top-grade ingredients and never-used oil for hygiene and safety
• Local wet market tour
• All entrance and sightseeing fees
• Free digital certificate upon request
• Free & unlimited homemade local wines
• Round-trip transfer from/to Ha Long International Port

• Beverages not included.
• Tips and personal expenses.
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Escape the bustling cruise crowds and immerse yourself in the lively essence of Hanoi. Start your adventure with an interactive cooking class led by a welcoming local chef, beginning with a market trip to pick out fresh ingredients. Master the art of preparing authentic Vietnamese cuisine, then delight in your culinary creations paired with unlimited local wine.

In the afternoon, discover the city’s attractions with a guided tour customized to your preferences. You might explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, featuring the Mausoleum, Stilt House, Presidential Garden, and the renowned One Pillar Pagoda. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely rickshaw ride around Hoan Kiem Lake, passing by Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple; or experience the vibrant Train Street with a drink as trains pass by just inches away.

Sightseeing options may vary based on traffic conditions. Afterwards, relax and enjoy your journey back to Ha Long, returning to your cruise with unforgettable memories of Hanoi’s culture, flavors, and charm.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.