UN-PHO-GETTABLE VIETNAM: FLY IN, FORK OUT™
$430.00 – $520.00
PRICES ARE USD PER PERSON. LIMITED PACKAGES AVAILABLE.
ZERO FRICTION
At MASX, our guiding principle is LUX: Live Ultimate Xperiences — where true luxury is the freedom to stay present and fully immersed in the moment. To ensure your connection to the city’s quiet rhythm remains uninterrupted, we operate under a strict, silent protocol:
N.I.T.E. NAVIGATORS
You aren’t led by a “guide.” You are accompanied by a N.I.T.E Navigator. They are local expert guides who help you Navigate Immersive Travel Experiences. They are your sophisticated peers, your cultural translators, and your partners in after-dark cultural experiences that will open doors that don’t exist on any map.
THE ARTIFACTS
Your journey exists in two worlds. The Black Passport is your shared tactile anchor — a physical relic to hold in your hands. The Digital Artifact is your high-fidelity digital legacy — a cinematic film to revisit together.
A physical book that preserves the story of your experience.
Your story is captured as it happens. Seven days after your experience, you will receive a curated collection of captured moments from the experience.
OVERVIEW
THE SAIGON ODYSSEY is a curated journey through the city’s culinary identity, where food becomes the lens to experience its energy, rhythm, and culture.
Unfolding across six chapters from morning to midnight, the experience moves through distinct ways the city eats — from the quiet ritual of pho at dawn to the intensity of midday street life, and the layered flavours of its night markets.
Each moment is designed through contrast, movement, and atmosphere, revealing Saigon not just through taste, but through how it lives and connects.
LOCAL FAVORITES & TOUR TASTINGS
- Food and drink selections may vary depending on season, availability, and guest preferences.
ITINERARY
SAIGON ODYSSEY
Chapter I: The Sidewalk Ritual
Start at the water’s edge as the sun breaks the humidity. Embrace the awakening with a steaming bowl of pho and a glass of ca phe sua da — Vietnam’s signature iced coffee. Watch the city shift from a quiet blue dawn into the rising rhythm of motorbikes and morning life.
Chapter II: The Crunch Architect
Step out of the heat and into a heritage kitchen where Saigon’s most iconic street food is crafted with precision. In a rapid 15-minute session, learn the essential layering behind a perfect banh mi — from crisp baguette to house-made pâté and balanced fillings. This is not just a sandwich, but a signature of the city’s flavour.
Chapter III: The Overdrive Lunch
Step into the midday rush at a legendary broken rice spot, where the city moves fast and flavour comes in layers. Smoky grilled pork, fragrant rice, and sharp fish sauce come together amidst the clatter of plates, heat, and the rhythm of everyday Saigon life.
Chapter IV: The Colonial Mirror
A colonial apartment, quietly transformed into a modern tea house. Salt coffee — a rich Vietnamese blend with a delicate salted cream — is served alongside refined desserts. Above the city’s movement, everything slows. A visual pause designed for both the palate and the moment.
Chapter V: The Alleyway Noir
At Ho Thi Ky, the city tightens into a dense network of light, heat, and movement. Here, dinner unfolds through street food — grilled, fried, and served in constant motion. You move between stalls, tasting as you go, surrounded by steam, voices, and the pulse of Saigon at night.
Chapter VI: The Midnight Sector
The night settles into a slower rhythm. In a tucked-away cocktail space, drinks are crafted with precision — layered, balanced, and made to linger. Low music fills the room, conversation softens, and the city fades into the background as the final note of the journey unfolds.
INCLUDES
- All transportation within the experience
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and drinks
- The artifacts (Black Passport & Digital artifact)
- English-speaking N.I.T.E. Navigator
- International airfare to Vietnam
- Accommodation
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Tips & gratuities for guides, drivers, or service staff
- Personal expenses & additional purchases outside the curated experience
OVERVIEW
THE HANOI ODYSSEY is a curated journey through the city’s culinary heritage, where tradition, precision, and quiet rhythm shape every moment.
Unfolding across six chapters from morning to midnight, the experience moves through distinct ways the city eats — from early morning pho in the Old Quarter to the craft of its midday kitchens and the layered flavours of its night streets.
Each moment is designed through balance, detail, and atmosphere, revealing Hanoi not just through taste, but through its depth and history.
LOCAL FAVORITES & TOUR TASTINGS
- Food and drink selections may vary depending on season, availability, and guest preferences.
ITINERARY
HANOI ODYSSEY
Chapter I: The Ancient Awakening
Begin your morning in the Old Quarter as the city slowly comes to life. Sit on a low stool for a bowl of pho bo — beef noodle soup at a long-standing local spot. Around you, bicycle bells, soft voices, and the scent of woodsmoke mark the quiet rhythm of Hanoi’s early hours.
Chapter II: The Paper Ritual
Enter a hidden, family-run workshop to learn the art of banh cuon — delicate steamed rice rolls. Under a master’s guidance, thin layers of rice batter are spread over steam, then carefully lifted to form their signature silky texture. A precise process where heat, timing, and touch come together.
Chapter III: The Charcoal Pulse
Step into the midday rush at a legendary bun cha — grilled pork with noodles and dipping sauce spot. Pork patties sizzle over open charcoal as plates move quickly through the crowd. Smoky, sweet, and deeply savoury, this is Hanoi at full pace.
Chapter IV: The Hidden Heritage
Tucked within an old apartment, a quiet café preserves a piece of Hanoi’s past. Here, egg coffee — a rich blend topped with a creamy, whipped layer — is served warm in a bowl of water. A moment of stillness, looking out over ancient rooftops and tangled wires.
Chapter V: The Nocturnal Veins
As the sun fades, Tong Duy Tan comes alive with narrow lanes filled with light, heat, and movement. Here, dinner unfolds through late-night street food — from steamed chicken to sticky rice, served fresh and fast. You move between stalls, tasting as you go, surrounded by the raw, unscripted rhythm of Hanoi after dark.
Chapter VI: The Apothecary Secret
The night settles into a quieter rhythm. Behind the façade of a traditional medicine shop, a tucked-away cocktail space reveals itself. Drinks are infused with local herbs and spices, layered and aromatic. Low music, soft conversation, and a sense of calm bring the journey to a measured, lingering close.
INCLUDES
- All transportation within the experience
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and drinks
- The artifacts (Black Passport & Digital artifact)
- English-speaking N.I.T.E. Navigator
- International airfare to Vietnam
- Accommodation
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Tips & gratuities for guides, drivers, or service staff
- Personal expenses & additional purchases outside the curated experience
OVERVIEW
THE HUE ODYSSEY is a curated journey through the city’s imperial culinary heritage, where balance, presentation, and tradition shape every moment.
Spanning six chapters from morning to midnight, the experience moves through refined ways the city eats — from the quiet ritual of bun bo Hue at dawn to the delicate craft of its midday dishes and the composed flavours of its evening tables.
Each moment is designed with precision and care, revealing Hue not just through taste, but through its elegance, history, and enduring sense of ritual.
LOCAL FAVORITES & TOUR TASTINGS
- Food and drink selections may vary depending on season, availability, and guest preferences.
ITINERARY
HUE ODYSSEY
Chapter I: The Imperial Dawn
Begin your morning along the Perfume River as mist lifts gently from the water. At a quiet roadside stall, enjoy a bowl of bun bo Hue — spicy beef noodle soup. Around you, elders sip tea beneath ancient trees, setting the slow, poetic rhythm of the city.
Chapter II: The Color Architect
Step into a hidden garden house to learn the craft behind banh beo — delicate steamed rice cakes. Under a master’s guidance, each piece is assembled with precision, finished with shrimp flakes and crispy pork skin. A quiet lesson in balance, presentation, and the beauty of detail.
Chapter III: The Clam Harvest
Cross the bridge to Con Hen, known as “Clam Island,” for a traditional serving of com hen — baby clam rice. Warm rice, fresh herbs, chili, and savoury clam broth come together in layered balance. A humble, deeply rooted dish that reflects the everyday rhythm of Hue.
Chapter IV: The Forbidden Garden
Within a restored royal villa, a quiet space unfolds around wood, water, and light. Here, Hue royal tea — a refined imperial blend is served alongside delicate lotus seed sweets. A moment of stillness, where balance, presentation, and the quiet elegance of Hue come into focus.
Chapter V: The Noble Night
As lanterns begin to glow near the Citadel, the evening unfolds through Hue’s signature banh hue — delicate dumplings wrapped in banana leaves. From banh nam to banh loc, each bite reflects careful preparation and balanced flavour. A quiet yet expressive way the city reveals itself after dark.
Chapter VI: The Royal Infusion
The night settles into a softer, more intimate rhythm. Within a restored colonial space, cocktails are crafted with local herbs and royal-inspired infusions. Layered, aromatic, and precise, each drink reflects Hue’s refined character, as low music and quiet conversation bring the journey to a calm, lingering close.
INCLUDES
- All transportation within the experience
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and drinks
- The artifacts (Black Passport & Digital artifact)
- English-speaking N.I.T.E. Navigator
- International airfare to Vietnam
- Accommodation
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Tips & gratuities for guides, drivers, or service staff
- Personal expenses & additional purchases outside the curated experience
