Meet the chef at your hotel lobby and travel to a busy local market. You will learn how to choose fresh seafood like fish, shrimp, and squid directly from the local vendors.
Staff will transport your raw seafood to the kitchen for cleaning. You will pick up a bicycle and ride safely along the flat village roads, passing by rice fields and active seafood farms.
Stop at a local family home to watch them cook and distill traditional rice wine using yeast. You will taste the freshly made wine and receive a small bottle to take home as a gift.
Arrive at Madame Van’s house and park your bicycle. The host will welcome you with a fresh cocktail or mocktail mixed with real herbs and spices from their garden.
The chef will teach you the exact steps and measurements to mix a special Vietnamese BBQ dipping sauce. You will then stand at the hot grill to cook the fresh seafood you bought at the market earlier.
Sit down at the table to eat your hot grilled dishes right away. You will drink your complimentary rice wine and enjoy the full meal outside in the garden space.
Say goodbye to the host family and get into a comfortable electric car. The driver will travel back to the city center and drop you off at your hotel exactly at 20:30.
Forget the standard restaurant menus and step into the role of a culinary creator. On this exclusive BBQ tour Hoi An, you will leave the tourist trail to curate your own dinner from scratch. Guided by a master chef, you will handpick the day’s freshest catch from the local market, cycle through the golden rice paddies of Cam Thanh, and fire up the grill for a private countryside feast under the stars at Madam Van’s garden.
| Category | Details |
| Tour type | Culinary Adventure, Market Tour & Countryside Cycling |
| Departure | Afternoon: 03:30 PM |
| Return | Evening: 08:00 PM |
| Price | 1.400.000 VND |
| Transport | Electric Buggy (E-Car) & Bicycle |
| Sightseeing | Local Market, Cam Thanh Village, Rice Wine House |
| Difficulty | Easy (Leisurely cycling & cooking) |
| Ideal Customers | Foodies, Couples, Families, Culture Seekers |
| Things to prepare | Camera, appetite, and comfortable clothing |
A great culinary experience starts long before the grill is fired up. Our exclusive BBQ tour Hoi An takes you on a sensory journey through the heart of the countryside, connecting you directly with the people and places that provide your food:
The experience begins with a sensory immersion at the local market. Accompanied by our chef, you will navigate the colorful stalls to select the finest seafood caught off the coast of Cu Lao Cham Island – be it succulent shrimp, fresh squid, or the catch of the day. You will gain insider knowledge on how to choose the perfect ingredients, ensuring you leave with a new culinary capability that lasts long after your BBQ tour in Hoi An ends.
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From there, we transition to the tranquility of nature. You will cycle through the picturesque landscapes of Cam Thanh, passing lotus ponds and emerald green fields that capture the essence of village life. A highlight of this journey is a visit to a local family who produces traditional rice wine. You will witness the ancient fermentation process firsthand and savor a taste of this potent local specialty, a true staple of any authentic Hoi An BBQ experience.
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To ensure you have the best possible experience during your countryside feast, keep these expert tips in mind:
Securing your spot for this culinary adventure is easy. Choose the most convenient way for you to start your journey:
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We understand plans can change. To ensure fairness for our local hosts and fresh ingredient sourcing, we apply the following policy for the BBQ tour in Hoi An:
This experience redefines the concept of “interactive dining.” You are not just served; you are involved in every step of the process. At the tranquil garden of Madam Van, you are welcomed with a unique cocktail made from medicinal plants grown right on the property. This sets the tone for a healthy, balanced evening.

Under the chef’s guidance, you will learn to mix a special secret sauce before taking charge of the grill. There is something primal and satisfying about cooking your own food over charcoal in the open air. Savor the smoky aroma and the taste of your fresh market finds, accompanied by free-flowing rice wine and soft music. It is a BBQ tour Hoi An that blends 5-star quality ingredients with the warmth and intimacy of a family home.
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| Name | Reviews |
| Gordon & Lisa | We are big foodies, and this BBQ tour Hoi An was the highlight of our trip. Going to the market with the chef gave us so much confidence to buy local food. The grilling part was fun, and the sauce recipe is a keeper! |
| The_Wanderlust_Family | My kids loved picking out their own shrimp at the market. The bike ride was easy and flat. The dinner at Madam Van’s felt very special, like we were personal guests. The rice wine is strong but tasty! |
| Hiroshi T. | A very authentic experience. The rice wine house was fascinating. I liked that we could choose exactly what we wanted to eat. The seafood was incredibly fresh. |
| Sarah Jenkins | The scenery in Cam Thanh is beautiful. Cycling at sunset was magical. The BBQ dinner was plentiful and the medicinal cocktail was a unique touch I haven’t seen elsewhere. |
| Mike_BBQ_King | As a BBQ lover, I had to try this. The charcoal grill gives the food amazing flavor. The chef was great at explaining Vietnamese spices. Highly recommend. |
Absolutely! While we visit a seafood market, the stalls are overflowing with fresh organic vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms. Our chef will help you handpick the best plant-based ingredients, and you will enjoy a delicious vegetarian feast with our exclusive homemade vegetarian BBQ sauce.
No problem at all. If you cannot cycle, please let us know in advance. We will arrange a comfortable transfer between stops via Electric Buggy (E-Car), ensuring you enjoy every part of the BBQ tour Hoi An without the need to pedal.
Not at all. The visit to the traditional rice wine house is a cultural experience to witness the ancient fermentation process. If you prefer not to drink alcohol, you can simply observe the craft. At dinner, we also provide plenty of water and optional soft drinks.
You will be the “Grill Master” for the evening—which is the highlight of the fun! However, our chef and staff are always by your side to assist with the charcoal heat and ensure everything is grilled to perfection. It is a supported and relaxing Hoi An BBQ experience, not a test!
The market is a real, bustling hub of local life, so it can be lively, wet, and filled with the scents of fresh spices and seafood. This is the authentic heart of Vietnamese culture! Our chef knows the cleanest and best stalls to ensure your visit is both comfortable and fascinating.