Hanoi Shore Excursion: Cook, Explore & Savor in a Day From Halong

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10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step away from the cruise crowds and experience the vibrant soul of Hanoi. Begin with a hands-on cooking class led by a friendly local chef, starting with a market visit to select fresh ingredients. Learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes, then savor your creations alongside unlimited local wine.

In the afternoon, explore the city’s highlights with a guided tour tailored to your interests. You may visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum, Stilt House, Presidential Garden, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. Alternatively, take a relaxing rickshaw ride around Hoan Kiem Lake, passing Turtle Tower and Ngoc Son Temple; or enjoy the lively Train Street with a drink as trains pass just inches away.

Sightseeing options may vary depending on traffic. Afterward, sit back and enjoy your return to Ha Long, arriving at your cruise with unforgettable memories of Hanoi’s culture, flavors, and charm.

What's Included

All ingredients and cooking equipment.
Guidance from a professional English-speaking home chef.
Hands-on experience learning how to cook four (4) iconic Vietnamese dishes.
English-speaking tour guide.
Fresh, top-grade ingredients and never-used oil to ensure hygiene and safe consumption.
Local wet market tour
All entrance and sightseeing fees.
Free digital certificate upon request.
Free & unlimited homemade local wines.
Round-trip transfer from/to Ha Long International Port.
Beverages not included.
Tips and personal expenses.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We'll meet you right at your cruise port, which is just 5 mins walk from your ship. We will contact you for your cruise ship after receiving booking for more pick-up details.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Dong Xuan Market

    Hanoi’s largest and most bustling indoor market, housed in a historic French colonial building. It’s a vibrant maze of stalls selling everything from fresh produce and local street food to clothing, souvenirs, and household goods, offering visitors a true taste of local life.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Hanoi

    Come back to your venue to start the hands-on Cooking Class. You'll then learn to make classic Vietnamese dishes, mastering traditional techniques you can take home. After finishing, you'll enjoy your effort with a delicious meal and unlimited tastings of local wine.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Ho Chi Minh Complex is a cultural and historical landmark in Hanoi, honoring Vietnam’s beloved leader. Visitors can admire the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, explore the simple yet symbolic Stilt House where he once lived, stroll through the tranquil Presidential Garden

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    One Pillar Pagoda

    Visit One Pillar Pagoda - a unique lotus-shaped Buddhist temple in Hanoi, built on a single stone pillar and revered as a symbol of purity, longevity, and resilience.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Hanoi Train Street

    At Hanoi Train Street, travelers can sip coffee or tea at tiny local cafés, watch as towering trains rumble past just a few feet away, and capture striking photos of this lively, one-of-a-kind urban experience.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Up Travel Vietnam

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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