Ho Chi Minh City Pagodas Incense Streets and Coffee Scooter Tour

1. Ho Chi Minh City
   30m
   Begin your cultural journey at Lan Ong Temple, dedicated to Lê Hữu Trác, Vietnam’s most respected traditional physician.
   Walk through ancient wooden halls, incense-filled altars, and murals that honor the philosophy of Eastern medicine.
   Your guide explains how Vietnamese people blend spiritual beliefs with healing practices — a fascinating introduction to local culture.
   Highlights:
   18th-century architecture
   Incense rituals & ancestor worship
   Insight into Oriental Medicine traditions
2. 30m
   Stroll down one of Saigon’s most historic Chinese-Vietnamese streets, where hundreds of herbal shops sell:
   dried roots & medicinal herbs
   traditional incense
   essential oils
   herbal tonics
   Learn how residents use herbs for healing, balance, and spiritual offerings.
   This street is incredibly photogenic with its colorful displays and old shopfronts.
   Highlights:
   Local herbal pharmacies
   Incense bundles (perfect for photos)
   Guide explains meaning of each herb
3. Ba Thien Hau Temple
   30m
   Enter the majestic Thien Hau Temple, more than 250 years old, dedicated to the goddess of the sea.
   Marvel at the ancient incense coils hanging from the ceiling, intricate carvings, and the smoky spiritual atmosphere.
   You’ll witness locals praying for health, protection, and safe travels.
   Highlights:
   Spiral incense coils
   Ancient Chinese architecture
   Cultural & spiritual storytelling
4. The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
   30m
   Visit the iconic monument of Thích Quảng Đức, the monk who self-immolated in 1963 to protest religious inequality.
   Your guide will share powerful stories about Buddhist compassion, sacrifice, and Vietnam’s modern history.
   Highlights:
   Important historical landmark
   Emotional storytelling
   Photography-friendly statue & mural
5. Ban Co Market
   30m
   Dive into one of Saigon’s most authentic local markets.
   Explore fresh produce, tofu stalls, spices, flowers, street snacks, and daily kitchen life of local families.
   Highlights:
   Real Saigon daily life
   Street food & fresh ingredients
   Vibrant market photography
6. Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
   Pass by
   A colorful oasis filled with lotus, orchids, sunflowers, and fresh floral bouquets.
   Walk through alleys that smell like jasmine & tropical blossoms.
   This spot is loved by photographers and cultural travelers.
   Highlights:
   Most colorful market in the city
   Endless photo opportunities
   Friendly flower vendors
7. Emperor Jade Pagoda
   30m
   Explore the mystical Jade Emperor Pagoda, famous for its statues, sacred altars, and symbolism.
   You’ll learn about Taoist & Buddhist beliefs, how locals pray for love, fertility, luck, and protection.
   Former U.S. President Barack Obama visited this pagoda in 2016.
   Highlights:
   Historical architecture
   Sacred Taoist statues
   Famous “Obama pagoda”
8. Ho Chi Minh City
   30m
   Finish the tour at a charming local coffee shop where you can try:
   Cà phê vợt (old-school sock filter coffee)
   Cà phê phin (Vietnamese drip coffee)
   Or coconut coffee
   Your guide explains Saigon coffee culture and why locals spend hours in coffee shops connecting with friends and family.
   Highlights:
   Coffee tasting
   Learn brewing styles
   Local lifestyle atmosphere

Pickup details

How to find your guide:
Your guide will contact travelers via WhatsApp or SMS the evening before the tour to reconfirm the pickup time.
On the day of the tour, the guide will be waiting at the meeting point/ hotel lobby holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name to ensure easy identification.
For hotel pickup:
The guide will meet travelers in the hotel lobby.
For Airbnbs or apartments, we will meet at the building entrance or the nearest accessible pickup point.
For customers meeting at the designated location:
We will meet outside the Saigon Central Post Office (main entrance).
The guide will hold a sign with the lead traveler’s name.
This information has been added to the Meeting Instructions section.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels