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Viator · group up to 10 pax

Can Tho Cooking Class in the countryside - Vegetarian available

4.9(10)Can Tho1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(10)

Description

Can Tho Countryside Cooking Class: Authentic Vietnamese Cooking with Locals Experience the real flavors of the Mekong Delta with our Can Tho Countryside Cooking Class, led by locals who know Can Tho’s culture and cuisine inside out. This hands-on cooking experience brings you into the heart of Vietnamese traditions with a truly authentic tour. Key Highlights: - Scenic Village Ride: Begin with a peaceful trip to a beautiful, local village, surrounded by Can Tho’s lush countryside. - Local Market Visit: Join locals as they shop for the freshest ingredients, and learn to pick out the best produce for your cooking. - River Ferry Adventure: Cross the river by ferry, just like the locals, for a genuine countryside experience. - Cooking Class with a Local: Cook traditional dishes under the guidance of an experienced, local chef, with the stunning green countryside as your backdrop. As locals, we specialize in authentic tours that let you experience Can Tho like never before.

Tour Options

Can Tho Cooking Class in the countryside
  • Pickup included
Private
  • Private Pickup included

Itinerary

20 min

Our tour guide will come to pick up you in the city center to start the tour to go the local market

20 min

We’ll send you a detailed checklist of ingredients you’ll need, and then head to a bustling local market to pick out the freshest items for your cooking class. As you explore, you’ll chat with local vendors, learning about the unique ingredients that make Vietnamese cuisine so flavorful. Our knowledgeable guide will help you navigate the market, showing you exactly what to buy and sharing tips on choosing the best produce. This lively market experience will give you a real taste of local life before your hands-on cooking session begins!

120 min

Prepare and Cook Authentic Vietnamese Dishes in the Heart of the Mekong Delta In our hands-on cooking session, you’ll get an introduction to the unique ingredients used in each traditional dish. We’ll show you where to find these ingredients in Asia and explain which flavors and textures complement each other. Step by step, you’ll learn how to prepare each dish. As we cook, we’ll share insights into the local cooking style and the stories behind each dish—you’re sure to fall in love with the flavors of Can Tho! Finally, sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve crafted yourself, all in a cozy, welcoming local homestay. This experience promises to leave you with unforgettable memories of your time in the Mekong Delta.

Highlights

Bottles of water, Beverages, coffe or tea
Landing and facility fees
English/French (Extra fee) Speaking Guide
Use of helmet
Food tasting

What's included

Included
Bottles of water, Beverages, coffe or tea
Landing and facility fees
English/French (Extra fee) Speaking Guide
Use of helmet
Food tasting
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Compulsory insurance

Pickup Locations & Times

We offer free pick up at any places in Can Tho city centre, If you stay in Ho Chi Minh city, its an extra charge. please contact us in advance before you book it.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Reviews(10)

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SarahC72
December 28, 2025
We had an amazing experience doing two trips with our tour guide Thi. Would definitely recommend.

We had an amazing experience doing two trips with our tour guide Thi. We did the cooking experience which enabled us to understand more the process of buying fresh food from the market to cook later. We then tried our hand at cooking with these ingredients and, due to a great teacher in Thi, we actually succeeded! It was delicious.

Operator response

Dear our value guest, Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback with us 😊 We’re really happy to hear that you had an amazing time on both trips, especially the cooking experience with Thi. Learning how to choose fresh ingredients at the local market and then cooking them yourself is something we truly love to share — and it’s wonderful to know that Thi made the experience both fun and successful 🍽️ Your kind words mean a lot to our team and will surely motivate Thi even more. We hope to welcome you back to the Mekong one day for more authentic experiences 🌿 Warm regards, FME – Fabulous Mekong Ecotours

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RobertSchneider_DE
November 12, 2025
Class Cooking Class with Thi

We were as a family with two young children (4 years, 11 months) with Thi on adventure. The private cooking class was tailored to our needs (in the case of Shrimp & Chicken) in advance and during a joint market visit and Thi gave us an exciting insight into the tastes of the Mekong Delta with great attention, patience and empathy.

Operator response

Dear our valued guest, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We’re truly happy to hear that your family — especially with two little ones — enjoyed the private cooking class with Thi. It means a lot to know that the customized menu and the market visit suited your needs, and that Thi’s patience and care helped bring the flavors of the Mekong Delta closer to you. We sincerely appreciate your trust and hope to welcome you and your family back for more memorable moments in the future. Warm regards, FME – Fabulous Mekong Ecotours

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mireias595
November 1, 2025
Fantastic!

Fantastic! The tour guide was amazing and the food was incredible. We learned a lot about vietnamise cooking but also about their culture. Moreover, the location was perfect. We totally recommend doing this tour.

Operator response

Dear our valued guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour, the food, and learning about Vietnamese culture. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again soon for more memorable experiences! Warm regards, FME - Fabulous Mekong Ecotours

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462saskiag
April 14, 2025
Bicycle & Cooking Tour Can Tho

The bicycle and cooking tour was amazing! First we went to the local market, then we had a look at a dragonfruit plantage, a temple and a mystic root tree place. The cooking class took place at a river at a homesteay - very beautiful! We learned how to make Vietnamese pancakes in a traditional way! Thi our tour guide was the best we could wish for! Such a lovely person! Thank you so much!

Operator response

Dear our valued guest, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your lovely experience with us! We’re truly happy to know that you enjoyed the bicycle & cooking tour — from exploring the vibrant local market, visiting the dragon fruit plantation, the peaceful temple, to the unique mystic root tree area. It warms our hearts to hear that the cooking class by the riverside was a highlight for you, and that you loved making Vietnamese pancakes the traditional way! A special thanks for your sweet words about Thi — we couldn’t agree more, she’s indeed a gem in our team and will be so happy to know she left such a great impression on your journey. Whenever your path leads you back to the Mekong Delta, we’d love to accompany you on new adventures! Whether it's discovering the hidden charm of An Giang, the untouched beauty of Con Dao, or simply enjoying more slow-paced moments along the river, FME is always here to make your trip memorable. Once again, thank you for choosing us! Wishing you more beautiful journeys ahead! Warm regards, FME - Fabulous Mekong Ecotours

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finib2025
January 26, 2025
Cycling tour and cooking class

Great tour with a guide who also tells a lot of information during the bike tour. I could learn a lot about fruit and vegetation. The cooking class at Homestay is a lot of fun. We cooked pancakes with vegetable filling, fried vegetables and pickled meat. The guide gives some tips on how to prepare and cook, it is also allowed to decline if you do not want something. All around great tour, which we could only start in the afternoon because we arrived in Can Tho in the morning. Only four stars from me, as the tour is relatively expensive, especially if you are traveling as a student. In fairness, the tour is of a fairly high standard. The bikes are in top condition and the saddles can also be adjusted to European sizes and the cooking class looks a bit more upscale but absolutely cosy due to the beautiful ambience of the homestay.

Operator response

Dear our valued customer, Thank you for sharing your experience with our tour. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the informative guidance during the bike tour, learned about fruits and vegetation, and had fun with the cooking class at the homestay. It’s wonderful to know that the ambiance, high-quality bikes, and thoughtful touches met your expectations. We understand your concern about the pricing, especially as a student. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us continuously improve. We aim to balance quality and cost while ensuring memorable experiences for our guests. We truly appreciate your 4-star rating and hope to welcome you back in the future for more adventures. Warm regards, Felicia Customer Care Team

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mirig906
January 26, 2025
Cooking class and cycling

We did a bike ride with Edward followed by a cooking class. Initially, we were uncertain mainly due to the comparatively high price. Our group was very small, which we really liked. In parallel, however, there was also a larger group of over 10 people who did the same tour. The bike tour took us through the villages along the Mekong and included four interesting stops. The bikes were in very good condition for Vietnam – new, big enough and with adjustable saddle. The cooking class took place on the veranda of a beautiful homestay. What you have prepared is eaten. So shopping slicing and deep frying. Edward showed us some techniques and the course also very entertaining. Overall, it was a well-organized tour of the rural area of Can Tho. Edward as a guide was informative and humorous.

Operator response

Dear Our Valued Customer, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your cycling tour and cooking class with Edward. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the small group size, the scenic route through the Mekong villages, and the well-maintained bicycles. It’s great to know that the cooking class at the homestay was entertaining and that Edward made it both informative and fun. We truly appreciate your kind words about his guidance and the organization of the tour. Your comments about the pricing and group dynamics are valuable to us, and we will consider them for future improvements. Thank you once again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience. Warm regards, Felicia - FME Travel

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magdalenamB8885HW
February 29, 2020
Floating market and hidden canals

We decided very short-term to book a Tour with Fabulous mekong eco Tours, but this was no Problem and a good decision. We did the Tour with Ms Tran, she is so nice, friendly and speaks fluent English. We started early in the morning by sunrise to the floating market. This was a great experience and very exciting it seemed to be like we were in the middle of the happen. We had a small nice boat. After this we drive to a small local coffee house and enjoyed there while drinking a fresh coconut. After this we visited a small Rice noodle Factory. It‘s a Family Factory and was very interesting. The Highlight of the Tour was driving through the smaller canals, we felt far away from the city. Beautiful nature, nice birds and flowers and also we ate fresh fruits directly from the trees. I can really recommend this tour, our guide was so excellent and we had a lot of fun exploring Mekong Delta.

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Operator response

Thanks for joining our Fabulous Team in Can Tho, we wish you all the best

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ioannas424
January 5, 2020
Relaxed trip

Wow i can not recommend this company enough..talk about wow factor could not help us enough and we did the moped tour and floating river. Kim spent so much time and had such passion and knowledge..special times. Lilly and TRAN were very hospitable did us a lovely lunch before we left..me and my daughter wish themm all luck in there venture.

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laurav606
December 24, 2019
Eat, Drink and Be Merry with Lily and Friends!

Our day trips with Lily from Fabulous Eco Tours were well organized and enjoyable. Her kindness, humor and attention to details made it a memorable experience for everyone! We spent one day touring the countryside around Can Tho on motorbikes and then floated up and down the Mekong River the following day. Highlights included the floating market, a visit to a cacao farm, and an extraordinary stay at the exquisite Binh Minh Eco Lodge! Lily arranged all transportation for us (to and from Saigon), hotel reservations, and accompanied us from place to place. We enjoyed learning about the customs and cultural traditions of Vietnam as well as the cuisine. Lily was a warm-hearted host who took good care of us from start to finish. She has a small, but very professional and talented team that works with her behind the scenes. We always felt like we were in good hands. You will be amazed and delighted with her services!

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francescarX1703JO
December 10, 2019
Visit of the floating market, noodle factory, cocoa plantation and motorcycle ride

I had the pleasure of having Lily as my guide, a young and dynamic girl who speaks perfect English. Punctuality, courtesy and sympathy are the strong points of this company: look no further. Lily answered any questions and curiosity about life in South Vietnam and beyond. I appreciated his honesty, avoiding tourist traps. Although Lily is very young, she is a very knowledgeable person who will make your trip unforgettable. He had the patience to take several photos of me and to look for the most suitable places for the perfect shot. Thank you very much again!

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