Sometimes, you are bored of travel option like visiting beach, shopping in classic town, hiking to mountain, taking pictures in mainstream touristy places, etc. if that so, you are not one to blame. However, you are not helpless either because there’s still so many options ahead. You can take a food or culinary tour. This might not be as adventurous as other types of traveling but it is not less fun. This activity can be done while you are on a vacation as well. Or, you can also exclusively take a food tour in one agenda without being mixed with other holiday activities.
What is food tour?
Before booking a food tour, it is important to find out more about it to avoid misunderstanding. Food or culinary tour is a type of tour where you will be tour guided professionally of the local foods and beverage scene. It usually include work-shop related activities. This can be a great way to know more about local history and culture. You will have a taste of food made from local produce and ingredients, and of course made by professional cooks. This tour will make you realize that the foods influence and are influenced by cultural and historical values within the region. Thus, it is not only about filling your stomach with great foods. This is also a great way to fill in your knowledge.
Will food tour take too much time?
Basically, the length of food tour can be varied depending on how it is conducted (in large group, small group, or private). There is usually a walking tour of the shops or restaurants as well so it may take time. The choice of transport also influence of the duration for food tour. If it is in large group, bus or car service is chosen. As for small or private group, walking or biking can be an alternative. However, a typical food tour generally needs within 2 to 4 hours. That’s why you can take food tour while you are on vacation as well because it won’t mess up your already planned itinerary that much.
Is food tour expensive?
The price is also varied from one travel guide to another. The average food tour costs about $35-70 per person. However, there may be additional expense you should pay for extra amenities or time. it also depends on what kind of food you are going to venture to including the service of the cooks, the ingredients, and of course the place.
Will you get taste of the food?
Some people are hesitant to take a food tour because they assume that they won’t be provided decent food and will only watch how it is processed as well as listen to its historical and cultural stories behind. However, food tour usually include sampling. Most food tour also provide meals. However, you may be charged with additional fees if you order meals out of the package of the tour. You need to make sure about the price and details to your travel agency.