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Ho Chi Minh Street Food & Sightseeing by Motorbike

From₫30
3 hours
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

About this activity

Experience Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant street food scene and iconic landmarks on a guided motorbike tour with local female riders, including visits to Ben Thanh Market and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Highlights

  • Authentic Vietnamese street food tasting
  • Guided motorbike tour with local female riders
  • Visit to Ben Thanh Market
  • Explore Notre-Dame Cathedral
  • Experience Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant nightlife

Full description

Dive into the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's bustling streets on a guided motorbike tour led by local female riders. This adventure offers a unique opportunity to savor authentic Vietnamese street food, explore iconic landmarks like Ben Thanh Market and Notre-Dame Cathedral, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant nightlife. Whether you're a food enthusiast or a culture seeker, this tour promises an unforgettable experience that captures the essence of Ho Chi Minh City.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided motorbike tour with local female riders
  • Sampling of authentic Vietnamese street food
  • Visit to iconic landmarks like Ben Thanh Market and Notre-Dame Cathedral
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

1

GREET & MEET: Our tour guide and driver will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to greet you. We will provide you with a short briefing on how to ride safely and what you need to do while seated behind us on the scooters. Hold on tight, and let's start an exciting adventure with us! During this food tour, we will chat and share the local and food stories to help you understand more about life of people as well as local cuisine not only in Saigon but also the whole Vietnam.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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After an exciting ride, our first stop brings you to a cozy local eatery in District 3, where you’ll enjoy a bowl of BĂșn BĂČ Huáșż — a bold and aromatic beef noodle soup that stands apart from the more familiar Phở found across Vietnam. This central Vietnamese specialty features a fragrant broth simmered with lemongrass, beef bones, pineapple, and shrimp paste, giving it a rich, slightly spicy depth. It’s topped with crab sausage, tender beef brisket, spring onions, and sliced onions — a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic flavors that will wake up your taste buds from the very first sip.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: YES
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Our second stop in District 10 offers Chuối Nướng — grilled plantain topped with creamy coconut milk sauce, blending sweet and savory flavors. It’s proudly recognized as one of the world’s top 10 street foods. Ingredients: Ripe bananas, sticky rice, coconut milk, tapioca, toasted sesame seeds.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: YES
4

Explore the history and beauty of Ho Chi Minh City on our full-day tour of the Thich Quang Duc Monument. Discover the stories behind this iconic monument and take in the stunning views of Saigon from a unique perspective.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: YES
5

Next, we’ll head to the lively Nguyễn Thiện Thuáș­t neighborhood, a vibrant local area that captures the true spirit of Saigon street life. Here, you’ll savor BĂĄnh Khọt — mini crispy pancakes made from rice flour, egg, coconut milk, and turmeric, filled with shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and mung beans. Each bite bursts with flavor, especially when wrapped in fresh greens and dipped into a rich, tangy fish sauce. Served with mustard greens, lettuce, Thai basil, purple mint, ambarella leaves, and more — it’s a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. You’ll also get to try BBQ beef wrapped in betel leaves, a smoky and aromatic favorite served with vermicelli, rice paper, green banana, star fruit, and a sweet pineapple fish sauce that ties it all together.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
6

We’ll take a short stroll to the largest and most vibrant flower market in Saigon, where colors and fragrances fill the air. Here, you’ll get to taste fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls — delicate rice paper wraps filled with shrimp, pork, and crisp greens, served with a rich, creamy peanut dipping sauce. And don’t miss out on the grilled oysters with black pepper sauce — smoky, flavorful, and the perfect balance of spice and freshness. Alternatively, we can offer baked egg in a cup, featuring creamy eggs and customizable toppings. Please note that the menu may change based on the availability of local food stalls.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: YES
7

We’ll wander through the most vibrant and colorful food market in Ho Chi Minh City, where the sights, sounds, and aromas burst with local energy. Here, you’ll get to taste banana or coconut crackers — one of Saigon’s most beloved snacks, made from whipped egg whites, sugar, and sesame seeds, with a hint of ginger or banana for extra flavor. To cool down, enjoy a refreshing glass of sugarcane juice with kumquat — the city’s favorite drink, perfectly sweet, slightly tangy, and irresistibly refreshing.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: YES
8

Next stop is at the most famous street food area for Saigon students in district 10: Saigon’s Signature Baguette (BĂĄnh MĂŹ): the best-known baguette in the world, with sausage, pĂątĂ©, meat, pickled vegetables (and coriander). It's Vietnam's #1 street food. Fillings: Pork sausage, pate (made from pig liver), butter, pickles, herbs, cucumber, chili

Duration: 15 minAdmission: YES
9

Next, we’ll make our way to a charming old apartment in District 10 to end on a sweet note — either Chù, a traditional Vietnamese dessert soup, or a silky caramel flan that melts in your mouth.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions
  • Minimum booking of two people required
  • Not recommended for individuals with mobility issues

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for riding
  • Bring a valid ID for identification purposes
  • Ensure your phone is fully charged for photos

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Option with Ao Dai Female Driver is available. Please choose when you book
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking with Saigon Adventure
  • Most travelers can participate this tour
  • Please provide the Hotel address for the pick up, if you would like to provide it after booking please send me message of your hotel address through my Whatsapp or local number.
  • You will be the back of your guide's motorbike. You don't need to drive.
  • The tour can be also customized for any food restrictions
  • If you are afraid of being on the motorbikes, we have a food tour option by car and walking, check it when you choose the date.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Traveler reviews

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Best food tour!😊

Honestly I think the tour was perfect. The tour guides were super friendly and good English speaking. They were also very knowledgeable about the food and Saigon in general and gave us good suggestions for some other local food spots. We got plenty of amazing food and also stopped off in a local housing area and got to see how the locals live which was super cool and I always wanted to see this. 😎 Our guides ngoc linh Phan and khanh vy were awesome!😊 We recently did a food tour in Bangkok and it was nothing compared to this. Me and my partner had so much fun and left very satisfied. If we return to Saigon we will 100% do the food tour again. Thankyou so much 😁

kylemQ7821IIJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Best part of our stay in Ho Chi Minh!

What a fantastic tour. Rae and her team were so friendly and knowledgeable. The history they shared whilst taking us around to some hidden food gems was a welcome surprise. Could not recommend enough.

708jessigJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Motor bike tour

Stella and the whole team especially Dani was great!! Was such a good experience and I would love to return if I ever have the chance! Best day I had in Ho Chi Minh, such a good way to see the city and feel the culture and local cuisines.

M2286NYkurtmJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing food and top-notch hospitality!

Our tour was led by the head guide, Stella, who proactively contacted me a day earlier to confirm our itinerary and meeting venue. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by Stella and her fantastic team of female guides—everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The riders were highly professional and safe, navigating and weaving through the busy traffic effortlessly, which made us feel completely at ease. As for the food, it was absolutely amazing and, honestly, very, very filling! I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore authentic local Vietnamese cuisine. A must-do!

ongw0053Jul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR

10/10 recommend

Great people, delicious food, super friendly. My driver desmond was awesome and Harry the leader was so good.

kobi_tJul 5, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Option with Ao Dai Female Driver is available Confirmation will be received at time of booking with Saigon Adventure Most travelers can participate this tour Please provide the Hotel address for the pick up, if you would like to provide it after booking please send me message of your hotel address through my Whatsapp or local number. You will be the back of your guide's motorbike. You don't need to drive. The tour can be also customized for any food restrictions If you are afraid of being on the motorbikes, we have a food tour option by car and walking, check it when you choose the date. Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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