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Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Market & Cooking Experience with Airport Pickup
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About this activity
- Reserve now & pay laterKeep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 12 hoursCheck availability to see starting times
- Skip the line through a separate entranceSave up to 2-3 hours
- Live tour guideEnglish, Vietnamese
- Private available
Itinerary
- 1 starting location options:Tan Son Nhat International Airport (30 minutes)
- car
- Ben Thanh MarketWalking Tour, Sightseeing, Historical, Shopping, Photography (1 hour 30 minutes)
- walking
- Family Cooking ClassFood & Culinary, In-depth Cultural, Cooking classes, Photography (4 hours 30 minutes)
- car
- Saigon River walk, Ben Thanh MarketWalking Tour, Sightseeing, Photography, Relaxing, Independent (1 hour 30 minutes)
- car
- 1 drop-off locations:hotel in Ho Chi Minh City Central (15 minutes)
Highlights
- Exclusive Private Tour with dedicated English-speaking guide and private air-conditioned vehicle
- Convenient Airport Pickup from Tan Son Nhat International Airport between 06:30 – 10:00 AM
- Explore the vibrant Ben Thanh Market with a local chef for fresh ingredient selection
- Enjoy a fun, hands-on Family Cooking Class – learn to cook authentic Vietnamese dishes
- Savor the dishes you prepare during a delicious lunch
- Immerse in Saigon’s local culture, street life, and rich culinary traditions
- Flexible schedule perfectly tailored to your flight arrival
Full Itinerary
This premium private full-day culinary adventure is perfect for food lovers and families arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Your dedicated guide and private vehicle will meet you at the airport and take you straight into the heart of Saigon for an unforgettable market-to-table experience.
Airport Pickup: Between 06:30 – 10:00 AM at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (flexible according to your flight arrival, ideal landing time 07:00 – 09:00 AM). Our representative will wait with a name sign in the arrival hall.
Upon arrival in central Ho Chi Minh City, the tour proceeds as follows (times are approximate and adjustable based on your flight):
10:30 – 12:00: Arrive at iconic Ben Thanh Market. Join your local chef for a guided market tour. Discover fresh produce, herbs, spices, and hidden gems while learning how to choose quality ingredients like a true Saigonese.
12:15 – 15:30: Transfer to a local family home or professional cooking studio for a fun, hands-on Family Cooking Class. Under the guidance of an experienced chef, prepare 4–5 authentic Vietnamese dishes (appetizer, main courses, dessert). This interactive class is suitable for all ages and skill levels.
15:45 – 16:45: Enjoy the fruits of your labor – a delicious lunch featuring the dishes you cooked together.
17:00 – 18:00: Free time to relax or take a short guided walk around the bustling District 1 area near Ben Thanh Market.
Private drop-off: Between 19:15 – 19:30 PM directly at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City (hotel booked by you). Tour concludes.
Includes
Guide
Professional private English-speaking guide
Meals
Hands-on Family Cooking Class with chef
Delicious lunch (dishes prepared in class)Transport
Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the whole day
Included Activities
Airport pickup from Tan Son Nhat International Airport
All entrance fees to listed attractions
Mineral water (1-2 bottles per person)
Insurance
Additional Services
Drinks other than mineral water
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Surcharge for Lunar New Year (if applicable)
Other languages upon request with additional fees
Meeting point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Google MapsOur professional guide with private vehicle will pick you up directly at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (within the arrival hall with a name sign). After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City.
Important information
What to bring- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat / cap
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Modest clothing suitable for market and cooking activities
Not allowedShorts, short skirts, tank tops or revealing clothing in certain cultural contexts
Know before you goThis Private Full Day Market & Cooking Experience with airport pickup is available daily.
The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on your exact flight arrival time.
The tour is suitable for all ages and is a fantastic family-friendly experience.
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- Seamless airport-to-experience service – no stress after a long flight, with direct pickup and full-day care.
- Authentic local immersion – shop at the famous Ben Thanh Market with a real chef and cook genuine Vietnamese dishes in a family-style setting.
- Hands-on and memorable – create and enjoy your own meal, a unique activity far more engaging than standard sightseeing.
- Perfect for foodies and families – fun, educational, and delicious for all ages and skill levels.
- Excellent value and convenience – private tour with lunch, transport, expert guide, and cultural insights all included in one unforgettable day.
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