Top Notch Street Food Motorbike Tour In Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon Vibes is the only company offering Papaya Salad since 2018

Duration4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Guided 50,000+ travelers since 2019, this tour partners with local chefs to offer high-quality, small-group tours that are fun, engaging, and – most importantly – uniquely true to Saigon and SAFE for all ages.

Hundreds of options out there. WHY US?

Saigon is famous for street food, but finding the best spots takes hours of research. We'll take you straight to food stalls serving southern flavours passed down for generations.

This tour is just $29, including 8 varieties of dishes, 1 beer, 1 dessert, and hotel pickup. We focus on the quality of the food -our Vietnamese beef stew is even better than the Michelin one, but at a third of the price! *select Check availability to see our menu for each option.

We offer a full refund for cancellations up to 12 hours before your tour starts – for any reason. Just email or WhatsApp us.

We're a licensed international tour operator (License No. 79-2744/2026/CDLQGVN-GP). We provide travel insurance coverage up to $5,000 on this tour.

Options

Private Motorbike Food Tour

All the same, but private: Taste the exact same menu as the original option, including 8 varieties of food, 1 dessert and 1 beer.
Hotel pickup: We offer free pickup and drop-off at hotels in Districts 1, 3, and 4. Otherwise, we will meet at the Saigon Opera House.
All food included
Pickup included

Michelin Motorbike Food Tour

High quality only: We believe this is the best Michelin food tour out there :)
Our menu of 9 dishes: Chicken sticky rice (Michelin 2026), Papaya salad, Jumbo Banh Xeo + Fried Spring Rolls
Bo Kho (Sourthen beef stew): our must-try dish , Oc Dao (M 2023 - 2026): Thai-Style Steamed Clams, Grilled Scallops with Scallion Oil, Saigon Bia and Flan
All food included
This is not a private tour
Important note: We cannot accommodate any dietary restrictions on this option as the menu is fixed
Pickup included

Original Motorbike Food Tour

Food & Hotel Pickup included: 8 varieties of dishes, 1 beer, 1 dessert, and hotel pickup. No hidden fees.
Our menu: Coconut juice with kumquat, Papaya salad (must-try), Grilled bananas, Bo Kho- Vietnamese beef stew
Real Banh Mi: the one that locals actually eat, Jumbo Banh Xeo, Vietnamese Pizza, Saigon Beer, Grilled beef with lemongrass and Flan.
Duration: 4 hours
Everyone is welcome: We can accommodate all dietary restrictions.
Pickup included

What's included

Transportation by motorbike. One guest with one guide (separate motorbike)
Hand sanitizer and face masks (if you require via message before the tour)
Free pickup and drop-off service at your hotel located in Districts 1, 3, and 4
Helmet and poncho will be provided
Well-trained tour guides with safe driving skills
Accident Insurance up to 5000$ per one case
10 dishes, drinks, and local beer are included

What to expect

Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
Pass by

For the pickup process: Your guides will come to your hotel located in Districts 1, 3, or 4 to pick you up by motorbike, or we can meet at the Saigon Opera House as a meeting point.

You will be driven by a well-trained and safe driver with Motorbike Accident Insurance coverage of up to $5,000.

This tour is safe for all ages
Le Van Tam Park
1h · Admission ticket included

First stop: We will visit a coconut juice stall to enjoy a refreshing coconut juice infused with pineapple or tangy kumquat jam as we get to know the other guests and tour guides.

Then we head to the 2nd stop to try papaya salad, originally offered in our tour since 2018. It includes long strands of thinly cut green papaya, roasted peanuts, black beef jerky, a wonderful addition of sliced Vietnamese coriander, and finally a handful of extra crispy fritters and fried shrimp crackers on the very top. *fresh, yummy, and must-try
Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings
30m · Admission ticket included

Now we’re heading to the heart of District 3. For the third stop, we’ll try grilled bananas wrapped in their leaves and served with sweet and salty silky coconut milk, a creation honed over 20 years by our vendor.
*sometimes, the owner doesn't allow many bikes at the same time due to traffic, so we may buy it and bring it to the 4th stop
Ban Co Market
35m · Admission ticket included

Nothing beats Saigon Bo Kho (our 4sth stop): Southern-style beef stew with glass noodles, slow-cooked with whole shallots (naturally sweet), carrots, and herbs in a rich, flavorful broth *loved by Mark Wiens (exclusively offered on this tour)
Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
55m · Admission ticket included

Ho Thi Ky is the largest wholesale flower market, located in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, supplying flowers to the city and some provinces in the south of Vietnam.

At this market, we will try Khmer-style grilled beef, Vietnamese pizza, and Saigon beer. We learn how to cheer like a Vietnamese

Also, would you ever guess which Bánh Mì locals eat every day? Yes, we will show you the authentic one (not Huynh Hoa or any expensive version) after visiting this market.
Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)
45m · Admission ticket included

As we mentioned, there will be a lot of food to come on this tour, so we hope you still have some room for Bánh Xèo in Chinatown, which is 3 km away from Ho Thi Ky Market (District 10).
Bánh Xèo is a savory Vietnamese crepe, bright yellow and crispy, filled with shrimp, pork, and vegetables, and served with sweet chili sauce and pickled sweet sauce for dipping.

Afterward, we will visit an old apartment in District 10 for Chè, a traditional Vietnamese sweet soup, or creamy flan.
Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
15m · Admission ticket included

Back to hotel: We will drop you off at your hotel (the same as the pickup address), or you can choose a meeting point at bars or pubs located in Districts 1, 3, and 4. We can also provide you with a list of food and addresses upon request after the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guides will wait at the steps of Saigon Opera House 5 mins before the tour starts. They will be in touch with you via Whatsapp

End point

Your guides will wait at the steps of Saigon Opera House 5 mins before the tour starts. They will be in touch with you via Whatsapp

Pickup details

We offer free pickup (drop-off) service for hotels located in Districts 1, 3, and 4.
If your hotel is not in the pickup area, we will meet you at the Saigon Opera House as a meeting point

Additional information

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is all about food (lots of food to come), so please save some room
Food options may vary slightly based on shop opening hours and availability on that day
Free pick-up & drop-off right at your hotel at district 1, 3 and 4
The weight limit for each guest on a motorbike is 95kg or less (for your safety as well)
You won't ride motorbike. You will be the back of your guide's motorbike
If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know after booking
This tour is absolutely safe for all ages

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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