Meet your guide at the hotel and set off on a leisurely bicycle ride through the peaceful countryside to Tra Que Vegetable Village, a picturesque farming community on the outskirts of Hoi An. Renowned for its fragrant organic herbs and vegetables, Tra Que has supplied fresh produce to Hoi An for centuries and plays an essential role in creating the authentic flavors of local specialties such as Cao Lau, Mi Quang, Tam Huu spring rolls, and Banh Xeo.
Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome from a local farming family before discovering the traditional cultivation methods that have been preserved for generations. Join the farmers in their daily activities, including collecting riverweed from the nearby lagoon to use as natural fertilizer, preparing the soil, watering the gardens with traditional shoulder poles, sowing seeds, and harvesting fresh vegetables.
After your hands-on farming experience, take part in an enjoyable Vietnamese cooking class hosted by your local family. Learn how to prepare several traditional Hoi An specialties using freshly harvested ingredients before savoring the delicious lunch you have helped create.
In the afternoon, bid farewell to your welcoming hosts and cycle back to Hoi An through idyllic rice paddies, tranquil villages, and scenic country lanes, offering an authentic glimpse into rural life in Central Vietnam.