Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Group of people sitting at a street food stall raising glasses for a toast on a busy city street
5.0(160)
From $19.00
per person
4 hours
City Tours
Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By scooter with Student

At a Glance

Type
City Tours
Duration
4 hours
Rating
5.0/5 (160)
Price
From $19.00/person
Fitness
Moderate – Participants m...

Tour Details

Get the perfect introduction to Saigon—without the risks of 2-wheeled self-driving—on this guided tour, which combine Street Food, City Highlights and Unseen Parts of Saigon together, which promises to give you a wonderful flavor of the city, culture, history and cuisine. This tour is operated by SAIGON ADVENTURE ( Top#1 motorbike tour in HCMC ) with over 15,000 reviews ***Places for sightseeing: Only the Unseen places in Chinatown and the real local places in district 3, 5, 10. ***Tastings menu: - Rice noodles salad with BBQ (Beef wrapped in Betel Leaf), veggies and special dipping sauce ) - Best culinary hidden gem: Chuoi Nuong- Grilled Banana with coconut milk - Banh Xeo ( Savory Crispy Pancake with shrimp and pork ) served with a lot of herbs and salad - Banh Mi Saigon - Cold sugar cane juice with Kumquat - Enjoy a cold Saigon Beer at a local favorite spot - Crispy Banana cracker Note: We offer free pick up and drop off in District 1,3,4.

What Makes This Tour Special

The tour is conducted by a student guide on a scooter, allowing access to narrow streets and local spots inaccessible by larger vehicles. It includes tastings of traditional street foods prepared fresh at small local vendors, combined with visits to authentic, everyday urban areas that are not usually on tourist routes.
  • Guided by a local student who provides personal insights into Saigon’s neighborhoods and street food culture.
  • Scooter-based transport allows for quick, flexible movement through tight alleys and busy streets.
  • Includes tastings of multiple traditional dishes with detailed explanations of ingredients and preparation.
  • Free pick-up and drop-off service within Districts 1, 3, and 4 for convenience.
  • Focus on lesser-known urban districts (3, 5, and 10) rather than typical tourist areas.

Historical Background

Saigon, officially Ho Chi Minh City, was the capital of the French colony of Cochinchina and later the independent republic of South Vietnam until 1975. Districts 3, 5, and 10, parts of the tour route, have retained many elements of traditional urban life and architecture, reflecting a blend of colonial, Chinese, and Vietnamese influences.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This city tours activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 160 reviews, running 4 hours from $19.00 per person.

Best For

FamiliesBudget travelers
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Well-reviewed: 160 ratings
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Requires moderate – participants must be comfortable riding as a passenger on a scooter through traffic and getting on and off multiple times during the tour. fitness level
  • -Inclusions not listed

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