Ho Chi Minh City Local Food Tour by Scooter | Saigon's Stories

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the real flavors of Saigon on a fun and authentic food adventure by scooter! Ride through different neighborhoods with a local guide and taste a variety of Vietnamese street foods. Go beyond the typical tourist experience and discover the real Saigon through carefully selected local food spots, hidden neighborhoods, lively markets, and everyday places where locals actually eat and spend their time. We focus on quality over quantity, with a thoughtfully designed route, authentic food, and a local guide who shares the stories, culture, and history behind each stop. More than just a food tour, it’s an immersive way to experience Saigon as the locals do.

HIGHLIGHT TOUR:
- Experience a motorbike tour of Saigon with your own driver.
- Local drinks and real street food
- Explore local life and hidden alleys away from people.
- Savor up to 10 samples of real street food.
- Make connections with friendly local guides who will share fun, tastes, and stories.

Options

Food Tour By Car & Walking

Food & Drinks
Car & Walking: We go to food spot by Grab car and walk to every spot to taste local food and back to the hotel/meeting point by Grab car
Pickup included

Saigon Food Tour By Scooter

Food and drinks
Scooters
Pickup included

What's included

  • Transported by private motorbikes
  • Free pick up and drop off at your hotel (including district 01, 03, 04) or at the our meeting point
  • English speaking guide and driver
  • All food and drinks (8-10 dishes, snacks, drinks & local beer) included during the tour -
  • Vegetarian/Vegan Option Available (Please inform us in advance)
  • Raincoat and high-quality helmets for each guest
  • Personal expenses
  • Tip for the local guide and driver

What to expect

  1. 25m
    GREET & MEET: Our friendly guide and driver will meet you at your hotel lobby and give you a quick safety briefing before we set off on our scooters. Get comfortable, hold on tight, and let the adventure begin!
    We will depart from your hotel and head to District 3 to enjoy the delightful flavors of grilled banana wrapped in sticky rice, served with rich and creamy coconut milk. This sweet treat is the perfect way to awaken your taste buds and begin your culinary journey.
  2. Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings
    30m
    Next, we will move to our second destination to try a local specialty:Noodle soup. Here, you’ll experience the true soul of the dish through the way it is carefully prepared, reflecting authentic Vietnamese cooking techniques and traditions.
  3. Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
    50m
    After that, we will head to Hồ Thị Kỷ Flower Market—one of the largest flower markets in Hồ Chí Minh City. Take a relaxing walk around to aid digestion while filling your camera with vibrant and colorful snapshots of this lively local spot.
    At this market, we will try Grilled beef with betel leaves or lemongras, Sweet potato balloons, Rice paper cracker, Vietnamese pizza, Summer roll and the local drink out there.
  4. 25m
    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 or Grilled beef in caul fat. 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. Grilled beef wrapped in a thin layer of caul fat, locking in juiciness and flavor. Each bite is rich, slightly crispy on the outside, and irresistibly succulent inside.
  5. 15m
    We will then enjoy Bánh mì, a beloved Vietnamese street food that is part of everyday life for locals thanks to its convenience and delicious flavor. This iconic sandwich perfectly captures the balance of taste and texture in Vietnamese cuisine. And we get the local beer to immerse ourselves in the local way of life. We learn how to cheer like a Vietnamese.
  6. 25m
    To end the journey on a sweet note, we’ll treat you to a classic Vietnamese dessert—either silky Caramel flan or a refreshing bowl of Chè. It’s the perfect way to unwind, savor the last flavors of Saigon, and reflect on your culinary adventure before we comfortably take you back to your hotel. As the evening comes to a close, we hope the flavors, stories, and moments shared will linger with you long after the journey ends until we meet again in Saigon.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the corner of Vo Van Tan Street and Le Quy Don Street

End point

At the corner of Vo Van Tan Street and Le Quy Don Street

Pickup details

Pickup details
* Pick-up and Drop-off Policy:
- Free Pick-up and Drop-off in Districts 1, 3, 4 (Available for guests staying)
- Other Districts: For guests staying in Districts 2, 5, 6, 10, 7, 11, Binh Thanh, Tan Binh, Go Vap, and Phu Nhuan, please kindly arrange your own transportation to our meeting point to join the tour. Meeting Point: War Remnants Museum ( 28 Vo Van Tan Street, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City)
Please wait for us in front of the meeting point, and our team will meet you there.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The menu could be slightly changed depending on the day, time and availability of local food stalls.
  • If you weigh more than 90kg (200lbs) please let me know after the booking to arrange suitable driver(tour guide) for you. The weight limit for this tour is 120kg(264lbs)
  • You will be the back of your guide's motorbike. You don't need to drive.
  • Please provide hotel address for the pick up when you book (or through Whatsapp number)
  • Food Hygiene and Safety Guaranteed with all local Tastings
  • If you are afraid of being on motorbikes, no worries! We also offer a car & walking food tour. Please message us on WhatsApp for more details and to arrange the option.
  • Walking tour will be required a minimum of 2 guests per booking, extra 200.000vnđ apply if booking for 1 person
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

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