Dive into Northern Vietnam’s vivid street food scene, then bike and boat through Ninh Binh’s dramatic karst landscapes. Lost Plate Food Tours combines culinary immersion and outdoor adventure with boutique comfort and VIP transport.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness for biking, hiking, and boat rides across varied terrain.
Wildlife
History
Ninh Binh once served as the capital of several Vietnamese dynasties and hosts ancient temples reflecting this legacy.
Conservation
Efforts are underway to preserve delicate karst landscapes and minimize tourism impact by regulating boat traffic and waste.
Lost Plate Food Tours
Dive into Northern Vietnam’s vivid street food scene, then bike and boat through Ninh Binh’s dramatic karst landscapes. Lost Plate Food Tours combines culinary immersion and outdoor adventure with boutique comfort and VIP transport.
Lost Plate Food Tours is a Portland, Oregon–based company that curates immersive food tours and culinary experiences across Asia. The company offers guided market visits, cooking classes, evening food tours by tuktuk, full-day cultural trips, and multi-day culinary adventures in destinations such as Xi’an, Beijing, Shanghai, Lijiang, Yunnan, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Guilin, Yangshuo, Hanoi, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap.
Tours include signature experiences such as a Xian full-day Terracotta Warrior, City Wall & Evening Food Tour; Phnom Penh and Siem Reap evening tuktuk food tours; Shanghai evening food tours in the French Concession; Lijiang cooking classes with local Naxi families; and Beijing hutong breakfast food tours. Offerings range from short evening walks sampling street food to longer itineraries like a six-day exploration of Yunnan’s Tibetan region and multi-day trips in Xi’an and northern Vietnam.
Lost Plate Food Tours emphasizes authentic local cuisine, small-group formats, knowledgeable local guides, and hands-on experiences like market shopping and traditional cooking. Many tours feature tuktuk rides, visits to historic sites such as the Terracotta Warriors or Angkor Wat, and opportunities to taste regional specialties including soup dumplings, hand-pulled noodles, clay pot rice noodles, and slow-roasted ribs.
With a program centered on culinary discovery and cultural context, Lost Plate Food Tours serves travelers seeking food-focused exploration in Asia while operating from a Portland, Oregon base. Programs are available as evening walks, morning market visits, full-day cultural excursions, and extended multi-day itineraries with comfortable accommodations and small groups focused on culinary learning and cultural immersion and hands-on storytelling elements.
Base Location
Portland, Oregon
Headquartered on the US West Coast
Tours Offered
25 Tours
Asia-focused culinary itineraries
Signature Formats
Tuktuk & Cooking
Evening tours, market visits, classes
Timing Range
Morning to Evening
Breakfast, full-day and night tours
Book an evening food tour, market visit, or multi-day culinary trip and explore authentic flavors with Lost Plate Food Tours — reserve a spot for guided, local food experiences.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a refillable water bottle, especially when biking and hiking under the Vietnamese sun.
Use Comfortable Footwear
Supportive shoes are vital for navigating Hanoi’s uneven sidewalks and Ninh Binh’s trails.
Pack Light Layers
Northern Vietnam’s weather can be humid but cooler in early mornings and evenings.
Respect Local Customs
When visiting markets and rural areas, dress modestly and ask before photographing locals.
Breathable hiking shoes
Provides comfort and traction for urban and rural trails.
Light rain jacket
Useful for quick showers common in warmer months.
spring|summer
Sunhat and sunglasses
Protects against strong midday sun during outdoor activities.
summer|fall
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while reducing plastic waste.