Private Saigon Night Bites and Street Food Walking Tour

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The street food scene of Ho Chi Minh City is exciting, vibrant, and sometimes overwhelming. On this private evening walking tour, a personal local guide takes care of all the choices and communication, allowing you to relax and enjoy every bite. After a convenient hotel pickup by taxi, dive into the lively streets of Saigon as night falls, when the city’s food culture truly comes alive.

Stroll through buzzing neighborhoods filled with sizzling grills and fragrant aromas, sampling a variety of authentic Vietnamese street foods, from savory pancakes to local specialties, all perfectly paired with beer and homemade Vietnamese rice wine. Along the way, take in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Saigon while your guide shares insights into local life and food traditions. With private guidance and easy transportation, this tour offers a delicious and stress-free way to experience Ho Chi Minh City by night.

What's included

  • Accident insurance
  • All food and drinks during the tour
  • English-speaking street food guide
  • Hand sanitizer and face masks
  • Pictures from your tour
  • Private tour (only your group, no other guests join)
  • Rain poncho (if needed)
  • Transportation by taxi
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop off at districts 1, 3, 4, 5 and 10 or the Opera House

What to expect

  1. Ho Chi Minh City
    30m
    Your passionate local street food guide will pick you up at your hotel by taxi, leaving the tourist areas behind to begin an authentic food adventure in a non-touristy district known as a true street food paradise. Start by tasting “Bánh Xèo” and “Bánh Khọt,” crispy rice pancakes from central and southern Vietnam, served with plenty of fresh Vietnamese herbs and vegetables.
  2. Ho Chi Minh City
    30m
    Stroll along a lively street famous for its barbecue seafood stalls, then stop at a local favorite restaurant to sample specialties such as “bò lá lốt” (beef wrapped in wild betel leaves) or “bánh canh Trảng Bàng,” a rich pork noodle soup or thick noodle soup with codfish cake, a specialty from your guide’s hometown. Continue into the heart of the street food district, where you’ll explore narrow alleys and enjoy “bột chiên,” pan-fried rice cakes with egg and spring onions, prepared by a local chef with over 25 years of experience. Refresh yourself with sugarcane juice blended with a hint of orange.
  3. Ho Chi Minh City
    1h
    Next, savor the iconic Saigon bánh mì, experiencing the perfect balance of flavors in every bite. Walk deeper into District 3 to discover the historic Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment area, home to dozens of beloved street food stalls. Sit like a local at a seafood alley and enjoy sizzling BBQ seafood, or BBQ meat if you prefer, accompanied by local drinks such as Saigon Special beer, soft drinks, mineral water, or homemade Vietnamese rice wine.

    End your evening at the vibrant night flower market with a delightful dessert, choosing from coconut ice cream, longan ice cream, or flan topped with caramel and coffee. After the tour, your guide will accompany you by taxi back to your accommodation, wrapping up a flavorful and unforgettable Saigon street food experience.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We provide pick-up and drop-off service from accommodations located in Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, and 10. Pick-ups outside these areas are available for an additional fee, depending on the location and distance of your accommodation.

Alternatively, you may choose to meet us at the Saigon Opera House, 7 Lam Son Square, District 1. In this case, both pick-up and drop-off will be arranged at this meeting point for your convenience.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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