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Food tours in Asia

This time, let your tastebuds do the exploring...

Asian food in all its sweet and sour glory continues to influence world cuisine. Ginger, cinnamon, pepper and turmeric were the stuff of legend in the 1600s, and sticky stir-fries, fragrant curries and juicy dumplings have all made their mark on today’s global palate. But nothing beats the real thing, fresh from the wok. Come with us on a food tour through the night markets of Thailand, the lucious Vietnamese Mekong Delta, and the beautiful teahouses of Japan. One tip? Pack stretchy pants. 

Japan Highlights

Food tours in Asia highlights

travellers eating Banh Mi in Vietnam
Banh Mi
You can't go to Vietnam and not order at least one of everyone's favorite sandwich - the banh mi. Dating all the way back to the French colonial period, this fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisine is filled with vegetables, meat or tofu, a healthy helping of pate, and finished off with flavorful herbs. 
Sri Lanka curry and rice laid out on a table
Rice and curry
The national dish in Sri Lanka is rice and curry and while it might sound simple, it's really anything but. Fragrant in smell, flavorful to taste, and colorful to lay your eyes on, this dish is traditionally made using fluffy rice (samba or kakulu varieties) and a variety of meat-based side dishes called curries. 
Okonomiyaki pancakes in Japan
Okonomiyaki
You'll never run out of mouthwatering dishes to try in any Japanese restaurant, especially if okonomiyaki is on the menu. Essentially a savory pancake, this filling snack is made with shredded cabbage, your choice of protein, and a whole heap of okonomiyaki sauce for a taste you'll always be hungry for. 

Why choose us

Real, authentic experiences

We love the highlights, but for us the real magic is found off the tourist trails. Our trips combine iconic sites with hidden gems that you’ll only discover with Intrepid. We’re talking mornings exploring the Taj Mahal, followed by a Mughlai cooking class with a passionate home cook.

Local expertise

Whether you’re perusing markets, hunting down the best street food bites or learning how to cook centuries-old family recipes at a homestay, there’s no better way to get the inside scoop on a destination – and its culinary traditions – than with an expert local leader by your side.

Small groups

Big coaches and flag-toting tour guides don’t cut it for us. With a maximum group size of 12, our groups blend in with the locals and have plenty of opportunities to interact with chefs, street food vendors and group leaders. It also means you can really connect with your fellow foodies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 402 reviews submitted.
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Samantha · Traveled April 2024
This tour really delivered as a food tour. We experienced a wide variety of authentic meals, snacks and drinks through equally varied locations and settings. It had an enjoyable balance of traditional and modern culture, and we got to explore a lot of the country. Dennis was a fantastic tour leader!
Review submitted 10 Apr 2024

Steven · Traveled April 2024
The Food offerings were so varied & great tasting. The scope of accommodations ranged from a rustic hannock to a temple to city hotels - basic & luxury. Add a great Leader like Dennis. Fun times.
Review submitted 10 Apr 2024

Katrina · Traveled April 2024
What a wonderful trip. It is very fast-paced and you won’t believe you’ve only spent a week in Korea by the end. The included food (and there’s lots of it) was amazing. So much variety and very authentic meals. Our group got along great but our leader, Dennis, was the main reason this was such an enjoyable trip. What a legend. Book this trip and find out what a great country Korea is.
Review submitted 10 Apr 2024

Kim · Traveled April 2024
Excellent trip for food lovers! Lots of different food experiences - all delicious and representative of the different parts of the country. Korea is a great place to visit. Safe and easy to get around. Be prepared for lots of walking and lots of yummy food experiences!
Review submitted 07 Apr 2024

Kyle · Traveled March 2024
Fantastic experience, a great way to be see South Korea in ways you would not plan normally. There was a good amount of walking and stairs but never too much, the monastery stay was not my cup of tea personally and the morning meditation was not what I expected since it was no different to the evening session, still a great and unique experience nonetheless. If you get a chance to travel with Dennis you are in for a treat!
Review submitted 04 Apr 2024
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