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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 favourite 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 flavourful 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, flavourful to taste, and colourful 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 savoury 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.

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4.8 out of 5 based on 391 reviews submitted.
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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

Wai-Kuen · Traveled March 2024
I definitely learned more about the Korean and their rich culture. It was fun to sample Korean food and see the sights.
Review submitted 31 Mar 2024

Lesley · Traveled March 2024
This trip is excellent - a great mix of food, culture, and activities. It’s somewhat rigorous in terms of covering a lot of ground relatively quickly, but I appreciated that we got to see and do so much!
Review submitted 27 Mar 2024

Jessica · Traveled March 2024
The food tour was an amazing experience and Pam was a great tour guide! She was very organised and introduced us to delicious authentic korean dishes! 10/10!
Review submitted 24 Mar 2024

Sarah · Traveled March 2024
I had a great time! Pam was an amazing guide. We ate delicious Korean staples (some that have made it to the states, and many new tastes) and tried some adventurous bites.
Review submitted 24 Mar 2024
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