Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4h 30min
- Price from
- $46 / person
- Location
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Languages
- TH, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- I Asia Thailand
Description
The Baan Hongnual Cookery School offers an immersive cooking experience, blending hands-on culinary training with a cultural market visit. Located in a traditional Lanna-style house in a peaceful setting near Chiang Mai, this cookery session introduces participants to the flavors and techniques of authentic Thai cuisine. The experience begins with a guided tour of a local market, where you’ll learn about essential Thai ingredients, herbs, and spices. The knowledgeable guide explains how each ingredient is selected and its role in Thai cooking. After the market visit, participants return to the cooking school to learn how to prepare traditional Thai dishes, like Pad Thai, Green Curry, Tom Yum Soup, and mango sticky rice. Each cooking station is set up for individuals, ensuring a personalized experience. Instructors walk participants through each step, offering tips on preparation techniques and cooking methods to bring out the rich, balanced flavors of Thai cuisine.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 8–70)
- $46
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $184.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Baan Hongnual Cookery School
A Lanna style school located in a country-side village, Just 15 minutes from the city of Chiang Mai. The school offers lessons in how to cook delicious Thai food, Thai sweets, fruit-carving and presentation. The atmosphere surrounding the school is filled with warmth, understanding empathy and helpfulness, all representing ancient, traditional Lanna custom and culture.
Shop for ingredients and learn about Thai foods
What's included
Included
Coffee, Tea, Cool water
Self-made Meal
Recipe Book
Round Trip Transportation / Pick-up & Drop-off.
Fully Guided Tour.
Walk around herb garden
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up from all Chiang Mai city hotels. Surcharge will apply for pickups from Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai and Veranda High Resort Chiang Mai
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
8 reviews
How it compares in Chiang Mai
- Starting price $46 is 22% below the typical $59 for tours of similar length in Chiang Mai
Excurgo comparison of 1,349 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child Rate same as Adult Rate
- Minimum age of participant is 8 years
- Rates valid for Chiang Mai City hotels only. (Four Seasons Golden Triangle Resort and Veranda Resort, will incur Surcharge of 500-baht per person).
- Able to provide separate cooking station/ingredients for customers with special dietary requirement. Please ensure any special meals advised at time of booking.
- Soft drinks can be purchased at the kitchen
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience take?
Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience lasts about 4h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience cost?
Prices start at $46 per person for this Chiang Mai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $184. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up from all Chiang Mai city hotels. Surcharge will apply for pickups from Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai and Veranda High Resort Chiang Mai Pickup points include D Condo Sign Chiang Mai R628, Veranda High Residence.
What languages is Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience offered in?
The experience is available in TH, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Child Rate same as Adult Rate
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Baan Hongnual: Authentic Thai Cooking & Market Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by I Asia Thailand.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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