15-Day Vietnam Food Tour: A Culinary Adventure

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15-Day Vietnam Food Tour: A Culinary Adventure

Duration: 15 Days

Start:   Ha Noi
End:   Ho Chi Minh

Places: Ha Noi - Sapa - Ha Long Bay - Hoi An - Hue - Cu Chi Tunnel - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh

Versatile: Private Tour; Local Food

Free Airport Transfers
Free eSIM
15% off
us $1118
us $950 /pax

Trip Overview

Embark on a Vietnam Local Food Tour and experience the vibrant and diverse food culture of Vietnam. From Hanoi to Sapa, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City, explore iconic street food, regional specialties, and classic dishes like pho, banh mi, and fresh spring rolls.

Guided by local experts, visit bustling markets and family-run restaurants, and enjoy authentic, delicious meals that showcase the unique flavors of each region. This culinary tour offers a true taste of Vietnam, perfect for food lovers seeking an unforgettable dining adventure.

15% OFF

From 1118 USD => to 950 USD

Highlights

  • Private tour with English speaking guide each place
  • Accommodation hotel in city center each region
  • Walking street food tour with local food each region
  • Trekking through Sapa's breathtaking rice terraces with staying at homestay
  • Overnight shared cruising through the emerald waters of Halong Bay with kayaking
  • Exploring the ancient Imperial City of Hue
  • Visiting the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and learning about Vietnam War history
  • Taking a boat ride through the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta

Itinerary

Embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure with the 15 Days Vietnam Local Food Tour, a unique journey through the vibrant and diverse food culture of Vietnam. This immersive food tour takes you through the heart of Vietnam’s local cuisine, offering an authentic experience of street food, regional specialties, and beloved national dishes in iconic cities such as Hanoi, Sapa, Halong bay, Hoi An, Hue, Cu Chi tunnel and Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 1: Hanoi arrival – Airport pick up – Free time

Welcome to Vietnam: after long time on airplane, you will reach Vietnam – the S-shaped land, where 54 different ethnic minorities inhabited.

Pick up at Hanoi airport by our driver (no guide), then transfer to your hotel in Hanoi. Check in hotel after 14h00.

Free time in Hanoi

Night 1: Overnight in hotel in Ha Noi

 

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Day 2: Private Tour - Hanoi – Walking Street Food Tour 3 hours (B/D)

Have breakfast at hotel in Hanoi.

Free time in Hanoi

Join Dinner street food tour 3 hours from 18h00 – 21h00

Then transfer to Hanoi train station for your night train to Lao Cai (Sapa). Overnight on train (Shared cabin of 4 berths, air-conditioning). Overnight on the train

Night 2: Overnight on train

 

Includes:

Walking
Train
Day 3: Private Tour - Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Homestay (B/L/D)

Arrive in Lao Cai train station at around 6h00am. Pick up by driver and guide then transfer to Sapa town.

Have breakfast in Sapa.

Visit Sapa town with Church, Sapa Local Market.

A short drive to Y Linh Ho then trek through the rice terraces and along Muong Hoa Stream to the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai to see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. You approach Ta Van village where Dzay Ethnic People inhabits in late afternoon.

Trekking distance is about 9 kms and it lasts for 3 hours

Check in homestay; get to know the family of Dzay People. Spend time to enjoy the mountain life on Sunset. You may attend cooking with the family and enjoy dinner.

In the evening, you can join the hill tribe peace and socialize with other tourists then overnight at homestay in Ta Van Village.

Night 3: Overnight at homestay

 

Includes:

Walking
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Day 4: Private Tour - Giang Ta Chai village – Sapa (B/L)

7.30 AM: Have breakfast prepared by the family and start a new day with more interesting trek.

8.00: Keep walking to the rice paddies where you have a nice photo session of the amazing surrounding landscapes; a trek through the bamboo forest; stop to have a panorama view of Giang Ta Chai village.

11.00: Trek through the Giang Ta Chai Bridge to main road, bus picks you up to come back Sapa Town.

Trekking distance is about 3 kms and it lasts for 2 hours

12.30 – 13.30: Have lunch

Check in hotel in Sapa.

Free time in Sapa in afternoon.

Night 4: Overnight in hotel in Sapa

 

Day 5: Sapa – Private Car back to Hanoi – No guide (B)

Have breakfast at hotel in Sapa.

Free time until transfer back to Hanoi by private car with driver (no guide)

Arrive in Hanoi.

Free time in Hanoi.

Night 5: Overnight in hotel in Hanoi

 

Includes:

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Bus
Day 6: Hanoi – Halong bay (B/L/D) – Join Cruise package with shuttle bus

Have breakfast at hotel.

8:00 – 8:30: Leave from Hanoi to Halong bay harbor by bus.

12:00: At Tuan Chau International Marina, a tender boat will take you to our Halong Phoenix Cruiser. A refreshing welcome drink is served and you can check into your cabin.

13:00: When you are putting all of your stuffs into your cabin, our boat starts gliding out to the centre of the World Heritage Site. Your set menu lunch, at the boat’s restaurant, is would be served with fresh local seafood, but vegetable menu is always available at your request. From the marina area, our cruiser passes by Duck then Thumb Islands before reaching to Luon cave area for kayaking.

15:00– 16:00: We have time to gear up for one hour kayaking around Luon cave area .Our guide will show you some basic safety guidelines and techniques to paddle before helping you to sit on our brand new sit-on-top kayaks. After that our boat will help you visit the Titop Island one hour for swimming, sun-bathing or getting a panoramic view on island peak.

17:00: As the sun sets over the bay, we head back to our cruise and relax. Coffee, tea and fruits will be available on the sundeck or you can order your favorite drink while our boat cruises to the night’s anchorage area.

19:00: Dinner will be served with local seafood. After dinner you may choose to enjoy drinks from the bar or top deck or experience squid fishing before retiring.

Check in on cruise at around 12h00.

Enjoy the activities and full package on cruise (except drinks and massage). Overnight on cruise

Night 6: Overnight on cruise

 

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Boat
Day 7: Halong bay – Join Cruise package – Flight to Da Nang – Hoi An (B/L)

07:00 – 07:45: Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.

08:00 – 09:00: You will visit the impressive Cave of Halong Bay – Surprising Cave (Sửng Sốt) with your tour guide, a truly awesome and amazing cave to experience.

9:00 – 9:30: Check out of your cabin and settle your bill as our boat begins cruising back to the harbor. Experience more views of Halong Bay such as Fighting Cocks Island (Symbol of Halong Bay), Incense Burner and Stone Dogs Islands.

10:30: A cooking demonstration onboard shows you how to make authentic Vietnamese Spring rolls. You will learn about the recipes and techniques that create this popular dish of Vietnamese people.

11:00: Lunch is served on board during cruising towards the harbor.

11:45: Depart the Cruiser and travel by tender boat back to Tuan Chau International Marina where you then board the bus for your return journey to Hanoi. Arrive at your hotel around 15.30

Our private car pick up in Hanoi and transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang. Arrive in Da Nang airport, pick up by driver and transfer to Hoi An. Overnight at hotel in Hoi An.

Night 7: Overnight hotel in Hoi An

 

Includes:

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Car
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Flight
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Boat
Day 8: Private tour - Hoi An Food Tour (B/D)

Have breakfast at hotel.

Free time in Hoi An

Otherwise, you can contact us to book the optional tour with extra price as below:

  • Half day My Son: 30 USD per person
  • Half day to Marble Mountains – Monkey Mountain – Am Phu Cave: 22 USD per person
  • Half day to Lantern Making – Be A Real Farmer At Tra Que Village: 29 USD per person

 

17.00: Join us for a delightful 2.5-hour Hoi An Street Food Experience on Foot, where you’ll dive into the heart of the town’s vibrant culinary culture. This tour is a fantastic opportunity to learn about local customs and savor the unique flavors that make Hoi An special.

Your local guide will lead you through lively streets, stopping at beloved food stalls to taste iconic dishes, including:

  • Banh Mi: A delicious Vietnamese baguette filled with fresh ingredients.
  • Cao Lau: Hoi An’s signature thick rice noodles with pork, herbs, and special sauce.
  • Cơm Gà (Chicken rice): Flavorful chicken rice, a local favorite.
  • BBQ Pork Rolls: Tasty BBQ pork wrapped in rice paper with fresh herbs.
  • Bánh Bột Lọc (Rice dumpling cake): Sticky rice cakes filled with shrimp or green beans.
  • Hột Vịt Lộn (Balut egg) or Trứng gà nướng (Grilled chicken egg)

Each dish reveals a story of Hoi An’s culinary heritage while immersing you in the town’s vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a satisfying meal as you stroll through the charming streets in the evening light.

Join us for a fun and flavorful journey through the authentic charm of Hoi An! Overnight at hotel in Hoi An.

Night 8: Overnight hotel in Hoi An

 

Includes:

Walking
Day 9: Hoi An Free and Easy time (B)

Have breakfast at hotel in Hoi An.

Free time in Hoi An.

Today, you will have the whole day to explore Hoi An town on your own.

Otherwise, you can contact Sun Getaways to book the optional tour with extra price as below:

  • Half day to village and basket boat: 35 USD per person (Small Group tour)
  • Half day to Traditional Handicraft Village: 45 USD per person (Small Group tour)
  • Full day to Ba Na hill & Golden Bridge: 75 USD per person (Small Group tour)

Night 9: Overnight hotel in Hoi An

 

Day 10: Private tour - Hoi An – Private car to Hue – Hue Street food 3 hours (B/D)

Have breakfast at hotel in Hoi An.

Today you have free and easy time to discovery Hoi An at your leisure time, go shopping.

Then 8:00 Am, driver (no guide) pick up from hotel in Hoian and transfer to Hue by private car. Arrival Hue. Check in hotel.

Free time in Hue.

Afternoon: 17:30  We start walking to foodie street to enjoy special cake such as: Banh beo, nam, loc…( water fern cake, steamed rice pancake with shrimp and rice dumpling cake ) that made by rice flour.

Then we continue going to Han Mac Tu street along the Perfume river. Here you will enjoy clam dishes such as Com hen or Bun Hen (mussel rice, mussel noodle), you may feel an atmosphere of an beautiful and peaceful river.

Wandering on Le Loi street then  over Trang Tien Bridge. After then we walk on to Thuong Tu- an southeast gate of Imperial Citadel for Banh Khoai (Hue pancake). We continue walk to the night market, from here you can purchase some souvenirs such as sesame candies, conical hats, Ao Dai,.. On the way back, you can drink some beer, share feeling and admire the romance at night.

20:30  Ending tour, walking to the hotel

Night 10: Overnight in hotel in Hue

 

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Walking
Day 11: Private tour - Hue Full Day city tour (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel in Hue.

Morning: Enjoy a dragon boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hue city. Visit the Imperial Citadel, home to Vietnam’s last royal dynasty, the Nguyen Dynasty. Explore Dong Ba Market to observe the daily life of local people.

Afternoon: Have lunch at a local restaurant. Visit Khai Dinh King Tomb, known for its blend of Western and Eastern architecture. Discover Tu Duc King Tomb, admired for its majestic and symmetrical architectural constructions. Visit the conical hat village and the incense stick making village.

4:00 – 4:30 pm: Return to your hotel.

Night 11: Overnight in hotel in Hue

 

Includes:

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Day 12: Private tour - Hue – Flight to Ho Chi Minh city – Street Food Tour (B/D)

Have breakfast at hotel in Hue.

Take the flight to Ho Chi Minh city. Arrive at the airport, pick up by driver (no guide) and transfer to hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.

17:30 – 18:00 our drier & guide pick you up at your hotel.

You will join our friendly guide and driver for an exciting tour of the vibrant and busy streets of Hồ Chí Minh City, where you’ll discover the city unique food culture and culinary scene.

18:30 – 19:00: Our first stop will be at a renowned restaurant known for their fresh and delicious spring rolls, which will serve as the perfect appetizer to kick off your food tour of Hồ Chí Minh City.

19:00 – 19:30: After that, we’ll head to the most popular Bánh Mì spot in the city, where you can choose from a variety of fillings to create your perfect Bánh Mì Thịt.

19:30 – 20:00: Next, we’ll take you to try the famous Hủ Tíu noodle shop – a beloved dish in the southern region of Việt Nam. You’ll have the chance to taste the authentic flavors and learn about the history and ingredients that make this dish so special.

20:00 – 21:00 We can’t explore the vibrant food culture of Việt Nam without experiencing the famous hot pot dish. Our next destination is a popular hot pot restaurant known for its wide variety of flavorful broths and ingredients.

21:00 – 21:30 Your food tour wouldn’t be complete without indulging in a fresh and delicious dessert made with locally grown tropical fruits.

21:30 – 22:00 Finally, we’ll drop you off back at your hotel

Night 12: Overnight in hotel in Ho Chi Minh city

 

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Flight
Day 13: Private tour - Cu Chi tunnel and City Sightseeing (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel.

Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.

Have lunch at local restaurant.

Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun (extra fee by yourself)

Return to hotel.

Night 13: Overnight in hotel in Ho Chi Minh city

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Day 14: Private tour - Mekong delta trip (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel.

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then  boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City

Night 13: Overnight hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

 

Includes:

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Day 15: Ho Chi Minh departure (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel then free and easy. Wait until our driver pick up you to airport in Ho Chi Minh

Note: Check in time- 14.00pm and check out time- 12.00pm

 

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Cancellation by customer

  • Cancellation received before 50 days: FREE of charge (except flight and train ticket)
  • Cancellation received before 40 days to 49 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
  • Cancellation received before 20 days to 39 days prior arrival date: 75% of total rate
  • Cancellation received before 20 days prior arrival date or no show: 100% of total rate

Note: Flight and train ticket are not refundable

Children Policy

  • The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
  • Under 04 years old: Pay only flight & train ticket (sharing bed & food with parent)
  • 05 – 07 years old: 50% adult rate (sharing bed with parent)
  • 08 – 10 years old: 75% adult rate (sharing bed with parent)
  • From 11 years old: 100% adult rate with extra bed

Travel with Sun Getaways Travel, you can easy to:

  • Extend and adjust your trip in a convert way.
  • Extend their stay to other places around Vietnam such as Mui Ne, Phu Quoc island, Ninh Binh ect.
  • Upgrade to 4 or 5 stars accommodation
  • Upgrade to private tours

IMPORTANT:

Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.

Wheelchair-accessible staterooms are available on request and subject to availability. Surcharges may apply.

 

 

Price Includes

  • The accommodation in twin/double/triple basis with breakfast (central location)
  • Experienced English-speaking local guide each region
  • Delicious meals with local food and tastes as listed (others are upon your request)
  • All entrance fee, boat trip and sightseeing tickets as listed
  • Airport transfer by private car in Hanoi, Danang and HCMC airport
  • Air-conditioned transfer as mentioned
  • Sharing overnight cruise in Halong bay (Double/twin/triple private room) with Shuttle bus
  • Meal as mentioned: B= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Price Excludes

  • 2 Domestic flight Hanoi to Da Nang and Hue to Ho Chi Minh city – Eco class
  • Visa arrangement for Vietnam
  • International air ticket in and out to Vietnam
  • International airport tax
  • Meals, Beverages which are not specified in the program
  • Any gratuities and tips to driver and tour guide ($3-5/person/day for both guide and driver)
  • Early check-in and late check-out at hotel
  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)
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