Taste Hoian
Taste Hoian
Taste Hoian
Taste Hoian

Taste Hoian

Savor Hoi An’s signature flavors and the stories behind them — from beloved street bites to the roots of taste.

1) The Hoian Icons of Taste

Departure
4:00 PM (ideal)
Duration
3.5–4 hours
Transportation
Bicycle or walking
Pick-up
Kickstarter bicycle garage or your hotel

Overview

A relaxed, evening tasting of Hoi An’s four icons — white rose dumplings, cao lầu noodle, chicken rice, and the ever-favorite bánh mì. Start as the day softens, then glide into lantern-lit streets where the Old Town comes alive. The menu is fully flexible — add, swap, or skip dishes to match your preferences.

Tour Highlights & Stops

  • Taste four signature dishes at handpicked local spots.
  • Learn the stories behind them.
  • Lantern-lit stroll along the riverside and the old quarter.
  • Fully customizable menu.

Notes

  • Free guiding: Our guiding service is free of charge.
  • Personal expenses: Guests cover food & drinks, entrance fees (if any), and transportation if needed for both you and our guides.

Best explored by bicycle or on foot. You can use your own bike or rent our mountain bike for 70.000 VND per tour. Light, comfortable wear for the evening is recommended. Motorbike or car can be arranged upon request.

2) The Hoian Origins of Flavor

Departure
8:00 AM
Duration
3.5–4 hours
Transportation
Bicycle (motorbike/car on request)
Pick-up
Kickstarter bicycle garage or your hotel

Overview

Trace flavors back to their source: a riverside morning at local markets, stories from a fish-sauce maker, and the aroma of beans roasted on-site. This is a behind-the-scenes look at how tastes are born — with little eating, except a fresh cup at the roastery.

Tour Highlights & Stops

  • Noi Rang Market — the everyday pulse of a historic local market.
  • Duy Hải Fish Market — boats, auctions, and riverside life at dawn.
  • Fish Sauce — craft, heritage, and family tradition.
  • Calvary Coffee — roasting, grinding, and a cup brewed on site.

Notes

  • Free guiding: Our guiding service is free of charge.
  • Personal expenses: Guests cover tastings (if any), drinks, and transportation if needed.

Light breakfast recommended beforehand. Bike is convenient for short hops; mountain bike rental 70.000 VND per tour. Sun protection is helpful for a morning start.

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