Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Two women sitting in cyclos on a city street with a large government building and flags behind them
5.0(41)
From $47.00
per group
3h 30m
Food & Cooking Classes
Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City with Street Food Tour by Cyclo

At a Glance

Type
Food & Cooking Classes
Duration
3h 30m
Rating
5.0/5 (41)
Price
From $47.00/group
Fitness
Low - The cyclo ride invo...

Tour Details

Thank you for choosing Vietnam as your travel destination. To support the locals especially the middle-aged man with precarious life, we organanize this tour. This is the most chill out way to explore our city because our drivers will drive you slowly and you have chance to emmerse yourselves in local life ryhm. We offer you a glance tour in 3,5 hour which is combination of sight-seeing and street food.

You gonna have chance to visit the most highlight spots of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) and the signature food of the South cuisine culture. For example: Saigon Opera House, City Hall, Walking Street, Saigon Central Post Office, Local market (flower and food market)...with our best tour guides.

What Makes This Tour Special

The tour combines slow-paced cyclo rides, allowing passengers to hear city sounds and smell street food aromas while visiting landmarks. It includes stops at key colonial and local sites, with street food tastings of regional specialties prepared by local vendors.
  • Cyclo ride provides an open-air experience with direct street-level views and interactions.
  • Includes tastings of authentic Southern Vietnamese dishes such as Bánh Mì, Phở, and fresh spring rolls.
  • Visits to both tourist landmarks and local markets not easily accessible by car.
  • Tour duration is approximately 3.5 hours, balancing sightseeing and food sampling.
  • Local guides provide historical context and explain food preparation techniques.

Historical Background

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, was the capital of French Indochina and later the Republic of Vietnam before 1975. The city retains many colonial-era buildings and landmarks that reflect its French and Vietnamese histories.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This food & cooking classes activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 41 reviews, running 3h 30m from $47.00 per group.

Best For

FamiliesFood & drink lovers
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Inclusions not listed

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