Day tour | Unique Private Food Tour In Ho Chi Minh City

— GENERAL INFORMATION —

Departure Times: 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM (or your requested time).

Meeting & Pickup Points: (You can either come directly to the meeting point or request pickup)

Meeting Point:

• Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theatre), 07 Cong Truong Lam Son, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (Map).

Pickup Request:

• We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off at your hotel/Airbnb/apartment in Districts 1, 3, and 4. This tour concludes back at your accommodation or your requested drop-off location.

* Please provide your detailed address so we can arrange a suitable pickup.

* You can select from a list of included hotels during checkout.

 

– ITINERARY –

Your guide will pick you up at your accommodation at the scheduled departure time, and you'll immediately set off on the back of a scooter. Get ready to face Vietnam's bustling traffic! The only obstacle between you and the delicious food is the daily traffic challenge, but rest assured, your guide is a seasoned driver who will skillfully navigate you through the busy streets.

*The menu may vary slightly depending on the day, time, and availability of local eateries.

 

Le Van Tam Park - Stop: 15 minutes - Admission Included.

"Goi Du Du" (papaya salad) has been a staple of our tour since 2018. This refreshing salad features long strands of thinly cut green papaya, roasted peanuts, savory black beef jerky, a wonderful addition of sliced Vietnamese coriander, and a handful of extra crispy fritters on top. It's fresh, delicious, and an absolute must-try!

 

Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings - Stop: 30 minutes - Admission Included.

The Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment buildings have stood for nearly half a century. Here, we'll savour authentic "Bun Bo Hue" (Hue-style beef noodle soup). Most residents who have lived here for generations are reluctant to leave their familiar homes, with some having been neighbours since the Vietnam War.

 

Ho Thi Ky Flower Market - Stop: 30 minutes - Admission Included.  

Ho Thi Ky is the largest flower market in Ho Chi Minh City, supplying flowers to the city and several southern provinces of Vietnam. Established in the 1980s, this rare gem truly upholds the characteristic charm of old Saigon.

 

Saigon's Chinatown (District 5) - Stop: 20 minutes - Admission Included.

One of the popular street foods you shouldn't miss on your first visit to Vietnam is "Banh Xeo." This sizzling pancake features a delightful mix of ingredients including pork, shrimp, onion, bean sprouts, and mung beans.

 

Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater) - Stop: 10 minutes - Admission Included.

Our journey concludes here. Your guides will ride you back to your hotel or your requested drop-off location (within Districts 1, 3, & 4). We look forward to your next trip!

 

 

 

A UNIQUE CULINARY JOURNEY 

Three years in a row (2022, 2023, and 2024), we've been honored with the Viator Experience Award, placing us among the Top 10 Food Tours Worldwide and receiving recommendations from VTV Online (Vietnam’s largest national media outlet)!

With convenient hotel pick-up, get ready to embark on a captivating culinary journey with 10 quintessential dishes from Saigon:

• "Goi Du Du" (Papaya Salad) - Our signature papaya salad with black beef jerky, highly acclaimed by the Best Ever Food Review Show!
• "Dua Tac" (Kumquat Coconut Drink) - A unique coconut juice blended with pineapple or kumquat jam, offering a refreshing twist.
• "Banh Cuon" (Steamed Rice Rolls) - Hot steamed rice rolls filled with minced pork and wood-ear mushrooms, served with a savory dipping sauce.
• "Banh Xeo" (Mekong Sizzling Pancake) - A crispy, savory pancake served at a more than 25-year-old restaurant in Chinatown.
• "Banh Khot" (Mini Savory Crepes) - Sizzling mini crepes topped with succulent pork and shrimp.
• "Bun Bo Hue" (Hue-Style Beef Noodle Soup) - A spicy, robust Hue-style beef noodle soup, boasting 100% authentic Hue flavor from a rich 8-hour slow-cooked broth.
• "Vietnamese Pizza" (Banh Trang Nuong) - A delightful blend of melted butter, cheese, egg, and sausage on a crispy rice paper base.
• "Chuoi Nuong" (Grilled Banana) - Sweet grilled banana served with creamy coconut milk, prepared by a vendor with 20 years of experience.
• Saigon Beer - A refreshing local beer, perfect for authentic Saigon vibes.
• "Che" (Vietnamese Sweet Soup) or Flan Cake with Coconut Milk - A selection of traditional Vietnamese sweet soups or a rich flan cake with creamy coconut milk for dessert.

 

 

What's Included:

• 10 dishes, snacks, drinks & local beer: No extra cost for food and beverages throughout the tour.
• Friendly English-speaking tour guide.
• Complimentary pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in District 1, 3, or 4, or at the Opera House.
• Helmet & Poncho (provided as needed).
• Alcoholic Beverages (local beer as mentioned above).
• Hand sanitizer and face masks (for your safety and hygiene).
• Accident Insurance up to 5,000 USD per incident.

What's Not Included:

• Personal expenses outside of the tour program.
• Tips for the tour guide (at your discretion, based on satisfaction).