Vientiane Cuisine & Culture: The Hungry Tuk Tuk
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
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Do you eat your way through life? Us too! We loves food and Vientiane is a foodie’s paradise just waiting to be devoured. This gourmet safari visits local restaurants, hole-in-the-wall eateries, markets, factories and outdoor kitchens – so you can sample a smorgasbord of authentic and modern Lao food.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Vientiane
Night Food Tour - Funny TukTuk! Join it for an unforgettable evening adventure! Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of a lively evening food market, where locals flock to grab their favorite takeaway dinners. Explore a tantalizing array of traditional Lao dishes, and don’t worry—we’re here to help you choose the perfect meal! Savor each bite of your authentic feast as you soak in the bustling energy of the market around you. After dinner, we’ll stroll over to a popular downtown intersection that transforms into a vibrant dessert and drink haven at night. Indulge in steaming hot soy milk, refreshing fresh juices, and unique local beverages like rosella and longan drinks. Treat yourself to delightful Lao sweets, featuring coconut and sticky rice, or try the irresistible Lao-style roti filled with banana and drizzled with coconut milk. For the adventurous, there’s fresh, spicy papaya salad made right before your eyes! Don’t miss this delicious journey through the heart of Lao cuisine!
What‘s Included
Water
English speaking guide
All transport by tuk tuk
Local foods
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any additional drinks or food purchased and no unplanned stops are possible.
Gratuities
Pickup points
Ali Grand Hotel
Quai Fa Ngum Vientiane Laos
Dan Savanh Hotel
Ban Vang Hai, Ban Cheng Vientiane Laos
Lao Skyway Hotel
Asean Road, Ban Wattay Yai Thong Sikhodtabong District Vientiane Laos
ST Hotel Wattay Airport
Souphanouvong Avenue, 5th Floor 02 Meuang Vatha Vientiane Laos
Dansavanh Vientiane Hotel
Supanuwong Road, Opposite Wattay Airport Vientiane Laos
Dansavanh Hotel
168 Luang Prabang Road, Ban Muang Watha, Vientiane Laos
Options
Morning Food-Vientiane Secrets
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Night Food Tour - Funny TukTuk
Discover an authentic culinary: experience with the best local chef. Connect with local culture through food. Night Food Tour : Explore Vientiane Secrets Explore : the local market with Local Expert Tour Guide Learning: Learn new skills in Local market All-Inclusive: Funny TukTuk, Dinner, Local Food, Drink, Night Market, Guided, Learn Cooking, Pick up & Drop off Pickup included
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Food Tour
KavitaA24,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best experiences!! Jack, our guide, told us everything we needed to know and shared some amazing stories with us.. It was indeed a great way to discover a whole new world!!
Great insight into Vientiane
Tessa K,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I did this tour with my dad and really enjoyed it. Jack was our guide and he was prompt and friendly. We enjoyed his insights and our conversations with him where we got a sense of the local way of life. The grilled meats were our favourite but we tried and enjoyed everything! This is a great tour to sample the local fare (esp the local night market) vs do tourist things. Thank you Jack and our lovely tuk tuk driver for a wonderful evening!
Jack is a great tour guide, lots of great local foods to try!
818drakes,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jack was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. The food was amazing and we had a great time. Unlike most food tours, Jack will give you options to choose from and explain it all to you. On a side note, there was a small fire when a transformer exploded at a local food market. He was very concerned for our safety and took great precaution in making sure we were safe. While it was not a major fire and everyone was ok he put our safety first which was important. Thanks Jack!
Would recommend!
841sashad,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great experience on this food tour! Jack, our tour guide, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and he made us feel right at home from the start. The food we got to taste was absolutely incredible, and it was so cool getting to see some of the sights of Vientiane along the way. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting!
The hungry tuk tuk night food tour.
Tony L,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide ,Jack was very good, he explained all the different types of Laos food in the markets, he arranged samples for us. This night tour is worth doing, as it's cooler at night and being in a tuk tuk adds to the fun, well worth doing and ask for Jack to be your guide.
Delightful and delicious introduction to Vientiane 😊
Naomi B,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great evening with Jack, exploring Vientiane and eating very well indeed! I loved all the food introduced and only wish I could have eaten more!
A Real Deep Dive Into Vientiane Food Culture
Sasha S,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow, what an evening! I organised this tour as a little date night activity with my husband for our last day in Vientiane and my only regret is not doing it on the first night. Our guide Jack was so lovely, and very knowledgeable about the local Vientiane food scene. He took us to both the tourist foodie hot spots but also to some smaller, more intimate local places for the most authentic experience. He walked us through all the wonderful foods and told us so much about the history, culture and customs of Vientiane. We had an incredible time - excellent food and excellent company.
A great evening in Vientiane
Tracey R,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience . Our guide Jack arrived at our hotel promptly and took us on a food and sightseeing experience. We enjoyed the local cuisine and Jack was a super guide.
Local markets and food
boazgoldberg2,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noy was very friendly and nice. She took us to local markets and restaurant which we wouldn't go if we hadn't taken the tour.
Tuk tuk night tour
melissajL5089MM,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour yesterday. Our guides were very knowledgeable and interesting. We tried and saw food that we wouldn’t have normally seen or tried. A great experience
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