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Farm tour & Cooking in Hanoi with local family
5.0 95 reviews4.5 hours • cooking classesfrom €39 per person - With Hang
Football Experience: A match with the locals
5.0 40 reviews3 hours • sports & leisurefrom €29.41 per person
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- 5.0
Beautiful village and market tour
"Getting to the village commune was longer than I expected on a motorbike, but Manh was patient. We toured the market and she taught me about how the market and village functions, including how land is parceled in sao to people who live in the village. After touring the land, we visited Manh's home where we cooked together from a menu which I was able to choose from, and she shared her cooking experience from hospitality, and her knowledge of how vegetable export functions in the villiage. Manh was very patient despite the very hot weather on the day. She was a lovely guide and I enjoyed every part of my tour with her."
- 5.0
Wnderful Experience
"Anyone who visits Hanoi should do this trip. You are in proper Vietnam with locals in their village, away from the noise of the city. Manh is a lovely woman who will show you around the market and farm and then take you into her home to teach you how to cook. We had a wonderful experience and met her children who helped on the day. I cannot recommend high enough. "
- 5.0
Super Manh / Mandy ❤️
"Mandy is a smart, friendly and openhearted woman. She can tell you everything you’d like to know about Vietnam and she’s a very good and experienced cook. She’s so patient with and interested in her guests! We really had a wonderful time with her and the menu tasted delicious. Thank you very much Manh/Mandy! "
- 5.0
Incredible farm grown meal!
"My mom and I had a great time visiting Manh and her family in the countryside of Hanoi. It was very interesting to see her farm and all of the different vegetable and fruit produce, and to learn about the wholesale market. Manh cooked the best meal for us that we had during our entire time in Vietnam. Every part of the meal was local and from her gardens or a local farm. Thanks so much to Manh for her hospitality!"
- 5.0
A fabulous experience
"We picked this farm and cooking tour was because there are no other tours like this, particularly from Old Quarters. We wanted an authentic local experience and that is exactly what we received. We were able to walk the local farm market and I am confident to say that there were no other tourists within miles of us. Everything is just how the locals live. The cooking was hands on but Manh did most of the work. The food was awesome. We are grateful to spend time with Manh and her family. A truly unique experience if you want to get away from the crowd. "
- 5.0
Such an incredible experience!
"This is hands down the best tour possible! You really get a feel for what life is like for a local outside of the big city. Manh did an excellent job guiding, teaching & relating personally to us. She took great care in helping us understand what life in rural Hanoi is like. Explaining the cultural, the market, farming, housing, marriage & so much more. The best part was going back to her personal home to teach my husband & I how to make four amazing dishes She actually went a step above by granting my request to teach us how to make my favorite Vietnamese dish! The food was amazing & even won me over to become a pho lover! I’ve always thought pho was fine, but nothing that exciting. Manh’s homemade pho was literally the best I’ve ever had and now I’m excited to go home and make it for my family & friends! I seriously think this was the highlight of our three week trip to Thailand and Vietnam & we saw/did a lot of incredible things!! "
- 5.0
Fantastic local experience
"We had a great morning with Manh/Mandy, learning about her community, her dishes and her country. She helped us to locate her at the meeting point, and then we walked around her local market, and family market gardens before going back to her house to help prepare the meals. Manh was able to answer all of our questions and it wasa very informative morning, both from a food and culture perspective. Cannot recommend this local guide enough."
- 5.0
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"Thankyou Mahn for a wonderful, authentic and warm experience. It was incredible to see the family farms, colourful markets, walk the village and be invited into your home. The kids saw food growning, farm to table approach. They loved getting involved in cooking delicious meals and seeing how Vietnamese kids live, even meeting some local kids. Mahn is an incredible host, warm, kind, an amazing cook. Thank you for sharing your daily life with us and having us in your beautiful home."
- 5.0
Perfection
"We enjoyed a lovely morning with Manh. Before our tour she provided us with a variety of options to eat, details of where to meet her and the best means of getting there. It is about 40 minutes by car. We then enjoyed a stroll around the local market and the different fields, where she explained the various crops and how each might be used in different dishes. Preparing the meals was fun and certainly made me as a non cook realise how much more preparation goes into Vietnamese cooking. Everything was beautiful. I have never had pineapple in my soup before but like everything else it tasted perfect. Manh was a most gentle and very gracious host. We highly recommend for anyone wanting a genuine experience."
- 5.0
A memorable time with Manh
"We had a fabulous morning with Manh. It was a sharp contrast to the busy, noisy streets of Hanoi. The walk through the farmers market was great with Manh as our guide, we learnt a lot about the produce and how the market works. Then we walked back to Manh’s village and house through the fields and orchards. Manh explained about how the farmers managed the land and produce the vegetables and fruit. Manh’s house was lovely and we prepared and cooked four dishes. Manh explained about each ingredient and the food was the best we had in Hanoi as the ingredients were so fresh. Overall this was one of the best experience in Vietnam so far. Both my wife and I would highly recommend this tour and cooking experience. "
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Private & Personalized Activities in Hanoi with a local
Hey, fellow adventurer! As you step into Hanoi, get ready to dive headfirst into a world of local activities that redefine exploration. We're all about personalized adventures that showcase the best of Hanoi through activities that reflect its beating heart.
Imagine having a local buddy eager to show you the ropes of the city's activities scene. That's what our local experts bring to the table. They're the ones who'll take you to hidden home dinners that'll make your taste buds sing, cooking classes that'll turn you into a culinary wizard, wildlife and nature escapades that'll make you one with the outdoors, sports and leisure experiences for those chill vibes, food and drink tastings that'll make your belly do a happy dance, and workshops that'll spark your creativity. Whether you're a foodie, a nature enthusiast, a sports junkie, or an art lover, our local guides have got a whole range of activities up their sleeves to make your Hanoi experience uniquely yours.
Here's the best part – it's all about you. No cookie-cutter agendas or places you're not vibing with. With personalized activities, you're calling the shots. Whether you're clicking Instagram-worthy shots, diving deep into local history, or getting artsy, the activity adapts to your groove and pace. Consider it your express pass to the awesomeness of Hanoi, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Hanoi, forget the usual routine. Dive into local activities and unlock the city's real magic – the flavors that'll make your taste buds cheer, the stories that'll tug at your heart, and the experiences that'll make Hanoi, well, Hanoi. It's time to explore like a local – ready to dive in?
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