Private Cooking Class Plus Shopping Time
Private Experience
This excursion is reserved exclusively for your travel party. No other guests will join your experience.
Tour Times: 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM
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On average, this booked 4 months in advance.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included
Overview
Immerse yourself in the flavours, traditions and craftsmanship of Vietnam on this engaging private shore excursion from the port. Begin with a visit to a bustling local market, where colourful stalls showcase the fresh herbs, spices, vegetables and other ingredients that form the foundation of Vietnamese cuisine. Learn how the country’s culinary traditions embrace freshness, balance and the philosophy of Yin and Yang to create dishes that are as visually appealing as they are delicious.
Continue to a local cooking centre, where a professional chef will introduce you to the secrets of Vietnamese cooking. Discover the ingredients, techniques and traditions behind authentic local dishes before enjoying a hands-on cooking class, putting your newly acquired skills to the test as you prepare your own Vietnamese creations.
After this culinary experience, explore Saigon’s shopping scene with a visit to Saigon Centre, home to a variety of fashion, accessories and speciality shops. Along the way, stop at a traditional lacquerware workshop to discover the intricate craftsmanship behind these beautiful works of art, learning about the skilled techniques and painstaking processes involved in creating each piece.
Enjoy free time to browse for unique souvenirs and gifts, from hand-painted fans and silk accessories to traditional handicrafts and locally made keepsakes. With a fascinating blend of culinary discovery, traditional artistry and shopping, this excursion offers a wonderful introduction to the flavours and cultural heritage of Vietnam before a comfortable drive back to the port in good time for your ship’s departure.
What's Included
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- English Speaking Guide
- Cooking class with lunch
- Bottled Water
- Beverages
- Tips/Gratuities
Considerations
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This tour can accommodate foldable wheelchairs
Special Instructions
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and suitable footwear
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Bring a sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen
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Local currency is Vietnamese Dong (VND)
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