Saigon Street Food & Hidden Alleys on Motorbike– 7/9/12 Tastings
Description
We are not just another food tour or a standard sightseeing trip. This is a multi-sensory journey designed to help you not just see Saigon, but taste, feel, and understand the real heartbeat of this city. The Perfect Combo: We blend 7/9/12 tastings with exploring hidden Chinatown alleys, local flower markets & historic districts that all in one seamless experience. Stories with Your Food: Our guides connect each dish to Saigon's history and culture, turning every bite into a story. Ride Like a Local: Experience the city's energy authentically from the back of a scooter, reaching places cars and buses can't. Depth Over Checklists: We prioritize meaningful interaction like exploring the vibrant Flower Market over rushing through a list. Perfect for curious travelers who want to move beyond the surface and experience the real Saigon.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Start with a Pickup & Safety Briefing Your friendly English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel (or a central meeting point), provide a quick safety briefing, and help you get comfortable on your scooter.
Step Back in Time: Nguyễn Thiện Thuật Apartment Buildings Discover a 1960s local living block. Climb up for unique views, observe daily life, and try classic Vietnamese snacks served by long-time family vendors right in the heart of the community.
A Symphony of Color & Scent: Hồ Thị Kỷ Flower Market Walk through Saigon’s most colorful local market, famous for its vibrant flower shops, Cambodian street food stalls, and lively atmosphere. Enjoy 1-2 tastings here (depending on your chosen 7, 9, or 12-tasting package).
Taste authentic street-food dishes prepared by third-generation local chefs in the heart of Chinatown. Your guide will explain the stories behind each recipe and share fascinating cultural insights as you eat.
Explore more of Chinatown's hidden charms. Your guide will take you through narrow alleys and share stories of the neighborhood's history, traditions, and the unique blend of influences that make it so special.
Dive into Chinatown (Cho Lon) & Phố Tàu Sài Gòn Ride through the energetic traffic and enter Saigon’s biggest cultural enclave. Explore the hidden alleys and bustling local markets of Chinatown, tasting your first delicious street food dishes while learning about the rich Chinese-Vietnamese heritage that defines this area.
After your feast, enjoy a relaxing and scenic scooter ride through the tree-lined boulevards and peaceful neighborhoods of District 3, known for its beautiful French-era villas as a perfect, serene end to your urban adventure.
Your guide will safely return you to your hotel or starting point, leaving you with great photos, unforgettable memories, and personalized local recommendations for the rest of your trip.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your personal English-speaking tour guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to greet you. We will provide you with a quick briefing on how to ride safely and what you need to do while seated behind us on the motorbikes. Hold on tight, and let's begin an exciting adventure! NOTE: FREE PICKUP AT CENTRAL DISTRICT 1,3,5,10
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Let me know your allergies food please
Reviews(476)
We had incredible food and experience guided by Jay, Tammy, Allie and Tara! They were all friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!! Definitely 5 ⭐️ Thank you so much🥰
Fun tour. Friendly guides, delicious food. 5 stars.
Dan Khanh and Kai were great tour guides! I went with my 3 friends, and it was nice to have a small private group. They were so much fun, took us to great places, and made sure we were all having a good time. Food was great and super worth the price. It was nice trying lots of new foods! Thanks so much!
Incredible experience. Kai and Leo were amazing guides! Every bite was delectable. Well worth the money, we would have never found these spots otherwise. Great time !!
Kai and Leo were amazing. Would book again in a heartbeat. Every dish was so unique and tasty, and everything felt very safe and organized. Kai gave us so much information on every dish and told us about some of the sights we passed. 10/10.
Amazing tour! Jay, Alice, Judy & team are full of energy & have taken us to the most authentic places in Vietnam! Very sweet people and amazing food tour experience!
Amazing experience! This motorcycle food tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Ho Chi Minh City. Our guides, Alice, Ally, and Kai were fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire time. They were also incredibly flexible and even helped us try a few extra foods and drinks that weren’t part of the standard itinerary, making the experience feel personalized and special. Their enthusiasm and hospitality made the night unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour, especially if you get Alice, Ally, and Kai as your guides!
This food tour is such a unique experience. Kai, Alice, and Allie were excellent tour guides. They took us through the streets of Ho Chi Minh to find hidden gems of delicious bites. It was a thrilling tour and 10/10 would recommend again!
Kai, Alice, and Allie were great tour guides! Felt very safe on the back of their motor bikes. We were initially nervous, but it was very safe. We explored areas we would have probably missed, and tasted so many foods. Def bring an appetite!
Mango and Corn were very good!! And very cozy. They explained everything well and showed the beautiful places of ho chi min. The food and drinks were delicious. I would recommend it
