Four-Hour Private Early Morning Food Tour with Old Quarter Transfers
Get ready to experience Hanoi’s food scene like never before on a private early morning food tour. Rise before dawn and dive straight into the city’s vibrant chaos as you explore four bustling food markets with an expert Hanoi chef — you might recognise her from Gordon Ramsay’s TV series Ramsay’s Asian Adventures! Discover hidden spots, taste incredible street food and learn the fascinating history and culture behind each dish. With no crowds, this is the ultimate way to explore Hanoi’s culinary wonders before the city wakes up.
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (3–12) or one adult (13+) (minimum two to book)
- Four-hour private early morning food tour in Hanoi
- Six tasting stops
- Expert chef guide
- Bottled water and local drinks
- Return transfers from Old Quarter hotels
- Available every day: Departs 4am; returns 8am (approximately)
- Not available:
- 24, 25, 26 December 2024
- 1 January 2025
- 24, 25, 26, 31 December 2025
- Bookings valid to 31 December 2025
Pricing & availability
Hanoi City Hotels, taxi pick up and drop off included, Hanoi
Things to know
- Bookings need to be submitted at least 24 hours in advance
- After you have made your booking request, a confirmation email will be automatically sent to your nominated email address. Please note this is NOT a final confirmation, as your desired date may not be available
- If you are using an email forwarding or relay service and have not received a confirmation, please contact A Chefs Tour team on info@achefstour.com regarding your booking request.
- A Chef’s Tour will be in contact within 1–3 business days to confirm your booking, provide you with the meeting point details and arrange a time with you directly.
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- Up to 2 days before your chosen date - 100%
- Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 48 hours before experience date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations within 48 hours of experience date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to booking
48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: Departs 4am; returns 8am (approximately)
- Not valid: Blackout dates apply including 9 & 31 October, 2–3, 5, 7 & 13 November, 10, 15, 25, 28 & 31 December 2024, 1–2, 6, 10, 28–31 January, 1–3 February, 17 & 21 March and 19 April 2025
- Not available:
- 24, 25, 26 December 2024
- 1 January 2025
- 24, 25, 26, 31 December 2025
- Bookings valid to 31 December 2025
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Return transfers are available from accommodations in the Old Quarter, Hanoi. Please advise accommodation location at time of booking
- Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Important:
- Exclusions: Additional food and drinks and optional gratuities are not included
- Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
- Dietary restrictions apply to the tour and are explained further below:
- Vegan: Not suitable
- Vegetarian: Possible, but tour does visit wholesale wet markets with meat and seafood for sale
- Gluten-free and lactose-free diets: Suitable
- Food allergies: For other food allergies, please contact A Chef’s Tour directly at info@achefstour.com
- Note: The nature of street food means that it cannot be 100% guaranteed that traces of allergens won’t be found in dishes. Please ensure to bring any necessary medication such as an EpiPen for your allergies
- This tour is conducted in English
- Please note, this is a private walking tour
- Please allow up to four hours for this experience, including travel time
Terms & Conditions:
- Child rate applies for children aged 3–12. Children aged 2 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge but are still required to be listed when booking
- Maximum eight guests per tour
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
- A Chef’s Tour cannot be held accountable for any tour cancellations or changes caused by weather conditions, road hazards, vehicle malfunctions, or other unexpected circumstances that may impede the scheduled tour
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
A Chefs Tour
A Chef’s Tour started with a single chef in Bangkok who designed a street food tour and has since become the highest-rated food tours and culinary experiences across Asia and Latin America. These extraordinary food tours are led by cooks, chefs and local foodies who share their perspective on your chosen city’s unique culinary scene.