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Experience authentic local cuisine on one of these 51 Asia culinary tours that feature cooking classes. We've searched the world around for the best cooking classes, and these trips in Asia will expose you to new culinary experiences with local ingredients and distinct flavors of food from Asia. Explore the culinary diversity of regions such as Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap, Cai Be, and Sa Dec with local chefs as you shop in local markets and learn local culinary techniques and recipes. Select any the food tours below and customize any of them to fit your personal interests with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert Asia trip planners. 
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Terraced rice fields
from $2,547
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Best of Bali & Lombok

14 Day Itinerary
  • Take a surf lesson in Jimbaran Bay
  • Explore Jatiluwih rice terraces
  • Snorkel Bali's crystal waters
  • Experience the island of Lombok
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Denpasar / Lombok
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 14-day itinerary traverses the diverse landscapes of Bali and Lombok. From surfing in Jimbaran to 4WD adventures in Munduk and cycling through Ubud’s rice terraces, these experiences offer deep immersion into local life. Visit sacred water temples, relax in hot springs, and snorkel the reefs of Bali Barat and the Gili Islands.
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Periyar National Park
from $6,655
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Discover Southern India

Chennai to Cochin - 14 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Shree Meenakshi Temple
  • Explore Periyar National Park
  • Explore the French Quarter
  • Watch farmers harvest peppers
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Chennai / Cochin
Activities
Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Relaxed
Join a 14-day tour of southern India's luxurious hotels, enormous national parks, and beach boathouses. Visit the Thanjavur and Trichy temples, the Periyar National Parks, the Ashram and French Quarter of Pondicherry, and Cochin, which is the gateway to Kerala.
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Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai
from $3,113
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Best of Thailand

10 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Wat Pho and Grand Palace
  • Discover Maeklong Train Market
  • Feed and bathe elephants
  • Visit James Bond Island
  • Hike the historic Monk’s Trail
  • Cook with local Lanna family
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Bangkok / Phuket
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore Thailand in 10 days with visits to Bangkok’s iconic temples and vibrant markets. Trek the ancient Monk’s Trail in Chiang Mai and connect with rescued elephants. Experience authentic northern culture and traditional cuisine. Cruise the breathtaking limestone cliffs of Phang Nga Bay. Enjoy an exciting tuk-tuk tour of Phuket’s bustling night market.
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Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn,
from $4,324
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Exclusive Thailand

14 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Bangkok's iconic temples
  • Ride a sunrise hot air balloon
  • Walk Bangkok with a local artist
  • See Lampang's floating pagodas
  • Cycle Sukhothai's ancient temples
  • Relax on Koh Lanta beaches
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Bangkok / Bangkok
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Thailand’s culture, history, and coastline on a 14-day journey from Bangkok to Koh Lanta. See the Grand Palace and walk Bangkok with a local artist, ride a sunrise hot-air balloon over Chiang Rai, visit the floating pagodas of Lampang, and cycle through Sukhothai Historical Park. Unwind on Koh Lanta with time to relax or explore.
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Khantoke dinner traditional of northern Thailand
from $2,931
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Taste of Thailand

10 Day Itinerary
  • Watch the Maeklong train market
  • Taste Chinatown street food
  • Cook with a Lanna family
  • Walk Phuket Old Town at night
  • Design a cocktail at a distillery
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Bangkok / Phuket
Activity Level
Relaxed
Taste Thailand across Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket in 10 days. Ride a tuk-tuk through Bangkok's Chinatown food stalls and watch vendors clear the Maeklong train market. Spend a day cooking Northern Thai recipes with a Lanna family near Chiang Mai, cruise the Mae Ping River to a farmer's house, and design a cocktail at a Phuket rum distillery.
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Angkor Thom
from $2,864
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Highlights of Indochina

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Hanoi's historic quarters
  • Cruise Ha Long Bay
  • Witness Luang Prabang almsgiving
  • Hike to Kuang Si Waterfall
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia on this 12-day Southeast Asia tour. From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, cruise Ha Long Bay, explore Luang Prabang’s Pak Ou Caves, and trek to Kuang Si Falls. Enjoy a cooking class in Vientiane and marvel at Angkor Wat in Siem Reap. This immersive Indochina adventure features biking, hiking, and authentic village visits.
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Stunning views of Phang Nga Bay
from $2,062
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Escape to Paradise

6 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak Koh Yao Noi mangroves
  • Swim at a secluded island beach
  • Learn Thai cooking island-style
  • Hike to a Koh Yao Noi viewpoint
  • Shop at the Batik Painting Center
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Phuket / Phuket
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend 6 days on Koh Yao Noi in Thailand's Phang Nga Bay, reached from Phuket Airport by private car and boat. Kayak the mangroves of neighboring Koh Yao Yai, make curry paste from scratch in a local chef's home, and walk to a viewpoint that is home to hornbills. Visit the Batik Painting Center and a downtown market, with a free day to unwind.
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Ha Long Bay
from $1,084
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Hanoi & Ha Long Bay

7 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Huu Tiep Lake
  • Tour Thanh Chuong Viet Palace
  • Sail through caves and villages
  • Bicycle along the coastline
Activities
Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
This week-long Vietnam tour combines the historic city of Hanoi with a cruise around Ha Long Bay. Visit architectural gems, taste local cuisine, and experience the local culture before boarding your cruise. Explore caves, beaches, and floating villages as you sail around Ha Long Bay.
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The fishing nets of Kochi
from $6,092
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Culture & Wildlife of Southern India

Bangalore to Cochin - 14 Day Itinerary
  • Visit the magnificent Mysore Palace
  • Explore Nagarhole National Park
  • Enjoy wildlife in Bandipur National
  • Watch farmers in the plantation
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Goldfinch Retreat Bengaluru / Cochin
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Join a 14-day tour to southern India's vast network of national parks, with stays at luxurious hotels and boathouses on the beaches. Visit the National Parks of Nagarhole and Bandipur, the Wayanad Coffee Plantation, and the Gateway to Kerala, Cochin.
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Boat in the Maldives
from $2,717
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Sri Lanka & Maldives: Culture, Activities & Beach Bliss

11 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Sri Lanka's ancient sites
  • Cook Sri Lankan dishes
  • Unwind in Maldives beaches
  • Find tranquility in the Fihalhohi
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Colombo / Maldives
Activities
Snorkeling, Spa Relaxation, Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Easy Active
Take an 11-day trip through Sri Lanka’s rich culture and the Maldives’ beautiful beaches. Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress, visit ancient temples, walk village paddy fields near Matale, and cook curry in a Kandy home. Four nights on a Maldives island give you time to unwind by clear waters, rounding out a mix of history, local life, and relaxation.
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Father and son tour a traditional Balinese Hindu temple in Bali, Indonesia.
from $2,208
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Indonesia Family Adventure

12 Day Itinerary
  • Food tour in Yogyakarta
  • Discover Candirejo's Javanese villa
  • Explore Borobudur's Temple
  • Explore Ubud's Balinese villages
  • See Rice Fields & Tanah Lot Temple
  • Surfing Lesson in Jimbaran
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Yogyakarta / Jimbaran
Activities
Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience this 12-day family adventure through Yogyakarta and Bali, Indonesia. Discover the historic temples of Borobudur and Prambanan, marvel at the beautiful Jatiluwih rice terraces, and witness the vibrant local cultures. Enjoy family-friendly activities such as tasting local food and exploring a traditional Javanese village.
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Tha Pom Klong Song Nam in Krabi
from $2,162
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Thai Family Adventure

11 Day Itinerary
  • Climb through the Dragon Temple
  • Zipline through Chiang Mai jungle
  • Cook with a Lanna family
  • Paint a traditional paper parasol
  • Feed and bathe elephants in Krabi
Starts / Ends
Bangkok / Krabi
Activities
Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Cooking Classes, Ziplining
Activity Level
Relaxed
Travel through Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Krabi on an 11-day family tour. Climb through the Dragon Temple, tour Chiang Mai’s old temples by tuk-tuk, zipline through the jungle, and cook Northern Thai dishes with a Lanna family in their home. In Krabi, swim at Huay Tho Waterfalls, soak in hot springs, and feed and bathe elephants at a sanctuary.
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