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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 luscious 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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South Korea Real Food Adventure

Salima · Traveled June 2024
First trip to South Korea and couldn’t have asked for a better and well rounded itinerary. It is a food tour and food we ate. All the food was amazing and our guide Yong did an excellent job of explaining the customs and traditions of it all. Beef Ssambap and Pebble beach grilled seafood was “chef’s kiss”. I really enjoyed traveling in public transport, Hanok and Temple stay. The hotels in Busan and Seoul could have been better. HIGHLY recommend this tour.
Review submitted 26 Jun 2024

Georgia Real Food Adventure

Korey · Traveled June 2024
I recommend this tour to learn about Georgian history and culture but most of all to enjoy great food and meet kind people. I appreciated the mix of big city and rural experiences, learning from small businesses and families, and the beauty of the mountains. Yulia always kept the group’s safety and comfort in mind. She made sure we were aware of each day’s itinerary and our options. Her interactions with our local guides were seamless, but most of all her overall welcoming enthusiasm for Georgia and new experiences makes her an excellent guide.
Review submitted 01 Jul 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Jane · Traveled June 2024
Highly recommend the Sri Lanka Food tour for everyone. So many opportunities to eat amazing fresh, locally sourced foods in people’s homes while travelling the country.
Review submitted 23 Jun 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Glynis · Traveled June 2024
Sri Lanka is a fantastic country with so much to offer - I can’t recommend enough. Intrepid, with their excellent and passionate guides will give you a truly authentic experience and often of the beaten track and away from other foreign tourists. I highly recommend and am now inspired to visit other parts of the island, not included in this trip!
Review submitted 25 Jun 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Kate · Traveled June 2024
Amazing food, accommodation, scenery and people! My first group tour in over 20 years exceeded all my expectations. Prageeth was an exceptional guide and the food was out of this world. Just wish I'd packed my goggles every hotel has a pool!!
Review submitted 28 Jun 2024
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