I am a Farmer tour
🐃 I AM A FARMER – Buffalo Cave Experience
Step away from city life and discover the peaceful rhythm of Vietnam’s countryside through an authentic, hands-on adventure at Buffalo Cave, located in Tam Coc, Ninh Binh.
Spend half a day living like a true local farmer — ride a buffalo through the rice fields, plant rice by hand, catch fish in a pond, and join a traditional cooking class surrounded by stunning rural scenery.
It’s the perfect way to connect with nature, local culture, and the warm-hearted people of Ninh Binh.
Detailed Itinerary
Morning Tour
08:30 – Arrive at Buffalo Cave and meet your local guide
09:00 – Ride a buffalo through the lush rice paddies
09:30 – Catch fish using traditional bamboo baskets
10:00 – Try planting Vietnamese rice with friendly local farmers
10:30 – Refresh yourself at a natural waterfall
11:00 – Join a fun and interactive Vietnamese cooking class
13:30 – End of the experience
Afternoon Tour available from 2:00 PM
💚 What’s Included
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English-speaking local guide
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Farming tools and materials for all activities
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01 bottle of water per person
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Cooking class with a local chef
🍽 Cooking Class Menu
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Steamed rolled rice pancake (Bánh cuốn)
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Fresh spring rolls (Gỏi cuốn)
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Betel leaf–wrapped pork balls (Chả lá lốt)
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Grilled fish in lotus leaf
Learn to prepare and enjoy your own Vietnamese dishes while taking in the beautiful views of mountains and rice fields — a delicious reward after a morning of farming fun!
🚫 What’s Not Included
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Tips and personal expenses
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Travel insurance
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Any service not clearly mentioned above
💵 Price
45 USD / person (Group joining tour)
🗣 What Our Guests Say
“Such a unique experience! We had so much fun riding the buffalo and catching fish like the locals do. The team was super friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.” – Sophie, UK
“It was the best day of our trip to Vietnam! The cooking class was amazing, and we laughed so much while trying to plant rice. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants a real cultural experience.” – Thomas & Julia, Germany
“Perfect for families and kids! My children loved the buffalo and the waterfall. Everything felt so authentic.” – Marta, Spain
🌿 Come as a traveler, leave as a local.
Book your tour today and be part of the Vietnamese farming life!
POLICIES & OTHER INFORMARION
Children Price
Free of charge for babies (0 – 3 years old) Children from 4 to under 8 years old: 75% of adult rate Child from 9 years must pay the full adult rate
Cancellation by Customer
More than 7 days before arrival: 10% of total tour price. Within 1 day to 7 days before arrival: 30% of total tour price. Within 12 hours to 24 hours before starting time: 50% of total tour price. Within 12 hours before starting time: 75% of total tour price. Pick-up service
For group tour: the pick-up time will be flexible within 15 minutes (For example: For dinner time, the pick- up time will be between 17.45 and 18.15). Since we have to do several pick-up places, so your patience is always appreciated. For private tour: the pick-up time is up to the guest, it is customization The hotel pick-up must be at in city central area, in case your hotel accommodation is outside of this area, please kindly inform us about that.
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