HIGHLIGHT
- Hen xuc banh trang
- Banh beo
- Che bot loc heo quay
- Bun Bo Hue
THE DELICACIES OF AN ANCIENT IMPERIAL CAPITAL
At approximately 6 p.m., our tour guide will arrive at your hotel in Hue and escort you on the tour.
The first dish you should try is Hen xuc banh trang, which is a rustic dish from Hue. It features tender baby clams cooked with ingredients such as lemongrass, chili, and onions, then served with crispy grilled rice paper. To prepare this dish, the clams are thoroughly cleaned, stir-fried with lemongrass, garlic, onion, and seasonings, and enjoyed hot with freshly grilled rice paper.
Banh beo Hue is made from rice flour as the main ingredient, so it has a pure white color and a beautifully round shape. In the center is a filling of red or golden shrimp together with an eye-catching layer of scallion oil. It is served with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce, which makes the flavor of the cake even more appealing.
Next, we will have the most signature food of this land that was created since the 16th century, which is Bun Bo Hue. Its soul lies in the rich broth, simmered from beef bones and enhanced with fermented shrimp paste and lemongrass, creating a distinctive aroma and taste that makes it unforgettable. Bun bo Hue also features rice vermicelli, tender beef, pork blood pudding, and flavorful crab cakes.
Thanks to its combination of savory and sweet flavors in the same bowl, Che bot loc heo quay is considered one of the most “unique” dishes of Hue. This dish consists mainly of tapioca flour and roasted pork, along with peanuts, and is eaten with ginger-flavored syrup.
(Source: Hue - Kinh do am thuc)
After indulging in these iconic dishes, we will conclude our half-day Hue excursion and return you to your hotel around 9:30 p.m..
This journey offers the chance to savor Hue’s most iconic specialties while gaining a deeper appreciation of the city’s rich culture and traditions. A food tour in Hue goes beyond eating; it is a discovery of history, flavors, and the soul of the ancient imperial capital.
This itinerary is for reference, and we’re happy to adjust it to match your interests. If you have any dietary restrictions, food allergies, or personal preferences, please let us know in advance. Feel free to reach out for more details.
Services included:
- Accommodation in twin/double shared room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (check-in and check-out around noontime)
- Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers
- Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus - on days of transfer and sightseeing only
Services NOT Included:
- Early check-in or late check-out
- International flights to/from Vietnam
- Any other meals not mentioned above.
- Any kind of drinks
- Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
- Compulsory: Tipping Policy
From 2 – 3 person: $10/group/day
From 4 – 6 person: $5/person/day
From 7 person: $3/person/day
- All other services which are not mentioned in “Services included”
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip...)
- Surcharge for peak periods: Christmas, New Year, and Vietnamese Public Holidays
It is recommended for travelers to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar to have a travel insurance covering also the cost of medical evacuation flights.