Can Tho Authentic Mekong Cooking Adventure: Market & Hands-On Class with Airport Drop-off

This premium private full-day Mekong Cooking Adventure offers food lovers an immersive, hands-on experience in the Mekong Delta. Your dedicated guide and private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel and ensure a smooth, flavorful day before dropping you off at the airport.

Hotel Pickup: Between 08:30 – 09:30 AM at your hotel in central Can Tho City.

10:00 – 11:00: Visit a bustling local market. Learn how to choose fresh ingredients, herbs, and Mekong specialties with your guide.

11:30 – 13:45: Arrive at a charming countryside home for your hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of a local chef, prepare two signature dishes: Canh Chua (Mekong sour fish soup) and fresh Spring Rolls. Enjoy your creations as a delicious lunch in a peaceful garden overlooking rice fields.

14:30 – 16:00: Take a relaxing boat ride along the serene Mekong Delta waterways, passing traditional villages, fruit orchards, and local life.

16:30 – 17:30: Relax and enjoy the beautiful countryside atmosphere.

Private airport drop-off: Between 18:45 – 19:00 at Can Tho International Airport (can be earlier upon your request). Tour concludes.

Our professional guide with private vehicle will pick you up directly at your hotel in central Can Tho City. After the tour, you will be transferred to Can Tho International Airport.

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes

Sun hat / cap

Camera

Sunscreen

Modest clothing suitable for countryside and cooking activities

Not allowed

Shorts, short skirts, tank tops or revealing clothing at local homes and cultural sites

Know before you go

This Private Full Day Mekong Cooking Adventure is available daily with flexible timing.

The itinerary can be adjusted based on your preferences and pace.

The tour involves moderate activity including cooking and walking on uneven surfaces.

Children Policy: Child 5–11 years old = 75% of adult rate. Child under 5 years old = Free of charge (FOC, sharing seat and meals with parents). Children taller than 1 meter will pay full entrance fees where applicable.

If you are traveling with friends on separate bookings, please share your booking details with us at least 24 hours in advance.

Why You Should Book This Tour

1. Authentic Local Experience — Learn directly from Mekong Delta locals in a real countryside home, far from tourist traps.
2. Hands-on & Practical — Master two classic Vietnamese dishes (Canh Chua and Spring Rolls) that you can confidently cook at home.
3. Seamless Convenience — Hotel pickup in central Can Tho and convenient airport drop-off at the end of the day.
4. Complete Culinary Journey — Combines market visit, cooking class, and scenic boat trip in one enriching day.
5. Private & Personalized — Dedicated guide and vehicle ensure a flexible, high-quality experience tailored just for you or your small group.