Saigon Food Tour by Scooter with Eleven Tastings
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Hold it tight! After hotel pickup by scooter, zoom off your first stop for an appetizer. Sit like a local at the food stall eating 1#banana sticky rice before doing a small cooking class where you will make your own 2#mini savory crispy pancakes, rolled up with 3#grilled beef wrapped in betel leaf.
Then, take a walk around the street food heaven in District 10 to taste 4#shredded pork crispy rice and 5#fried bao buns. At the next stop, immerse yourself in the biggest flower market of Saigon and try the best 6#Vietnamese pizza, 7#grilled crackers, and challenge yourself with 8#snails stuffed with pork.
Next, venture into the oldest apartment area to enjoy sugarcane juice and 9#Hue beef noodle soup before stopping for fantastic 10#Banh mi. Finally, head for 11#dessert with different flavored caramel flans and jellies before heading back to your hotel. Especially your guides(also your drivers) are local students who are excellent licensed drivers, well-trained and fluent in English
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
-Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult
-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)
-Options are available for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions
-The menu could be slightly changed depending on the day, time and availability of local food stalls.
-For the afternoon(1PM) Food Tour: The route is changed from District 4 to the China town area in District 5
-Please choose the MORE SEAFOOD DISHES OPTION if you want to try more seafood on the tour
-Please provide hotel address for the pick up when you book (or through Whatsapp number)
-Food Hygiene and Safety Guaranteed with all local Tastings
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
-Lovely English-speaking guide(also your driver)
-Transported by private motorbikes
-Rain Coat and Masks( If needed)
-Free Pickup and Drop-off will be provided at your Hotel/Airbnb/Apartment in District 1, 3, 4 and 5
-High-quality Helmets for each guest
-All 11 Tastings and 3-4 Drinks(No extra cost for food and drinks)
-An extra pick up fee of 100.000 VND (5 USD) per person will be applied for the other districts.
-Tips
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
-STOP 1(For Popular 11 Tastings Option. We will not eat this Tasting if you choose More Sea Food Dishes Option): TASTING 1: #Grilled Banana Sticky Rice(Chuối nếp nướng): -Ingredients: ripe bananas, sticky rice, coconut milk, toasted sesame seeds, tapioca,...
-STOP 2(or the China town area in District 5 if you choose the Afternoon Food Option): TASTING 2#mini Sizzling Savory Pancake (Bánh xèo): made from rice flour, a little coconut milk, egg and turmeric powder -For the Fillings: shrimp and pork, bean sprouts, mung beans,… -Served with: mustard greens, lettuce, herbs: thai basil, fish mint, purple mint, original mint, amparella leaf; green babana, star fruit; sweet and sour fish sauce,... TASTING 3#Grilled Beef grabbed in Betel Leaf (Bò lá lốt): -Served with: vermicelli, rice paper, green banana, star fruit, femented fish sauce with pineapple,... TASTING 4#Fried Bao Buns (Bánh bao chiên): -The dough: wheat flour, yeast, baking powder, milk, sugar, salt -Fillings: wood ear, minced pork, quail eggs, garlic, spring onions, jicama,… TASTING 5#Shredded Pork Crispy Rice (Cơm Cháy Chà Bông): -Fillings: crispy rice, shredded pork, toasted shrimp flakes, scallion oil,...
Options
SMALL GROUP 11 TASTINGS OPTION
-Small Group Option: You may join with other guests for this option
-Departure time: The small-group tour starts at 5:30PM, 6:00PM, 6:30PM(evening)
Duration: 4 hours: -Motorbike ride, 6 different Food Stops
-11 Tastings and Drinks: All fees are included in the price. Options are available for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions
-One motorbike, One tour guide: We drive, you just sit in the back, relax and enjoy the view
-Free Pick up & Drop off : Included in District 1,3,4 and 5. Please tell us the pick-up address in your booking if your hotel is not in the list
Pickup included
PRIVATE 11 TASTINGS OPTION
-Most Popular Food Tour: Please choose this option for our most popular private food tour by scooter. This tour is also our Top 1 Food Tour on Airbnb
-Departure time: The private tour starts at 11AM; 1PM; from 5:30PM to 7PM(you can choose) or we can customize for you
-11 Tastings and 3-4 Drinks: All fees are included in the price. Options are available for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions
Duration: 4 hours: -Motorbike ride, 5-6 different Food Stops
-Private Tour(Only for you): This tour is only designed for you and your group. No other ones will join. Please choose 2 guests as minimum
-Dishes can be customized: Just give me a message through Whatsapp number if you want to change the dishes in our itinerary
-One motorbike, One tour guide: We drive, you just sit in the back, relax and enjoy the view
-Free Pick up & Drop off: Included in District 1,3,4 and 5. Please tell us the pick-up address in your booking if your hotel is not in the list
Pickup included
More Sea Food Dishes Option
-Private Tour(Only for you): We will skip the TASTING: Grilled Banana Sticky Rice for this option to try 3 Sea Food Dishes and all other 10 TASTINGS
-Not only having 10 Tastings: But we also enjoy:1.Steamed Clams with Lemongrass,2.Grilled Mussels with Peanuts(or Crab Legs),3.Grilled Scallops with Cheese
-3 Sea Food Dishes&10 Tastings: Please choose other option if you don't like(or can't eat) seafood or fish
Duration: 4 hours: -Motorbike ride, 5-6 different Food Stops. Please choose 2 guests as minimum
-Departure time: The private tour starts at 5:30PM, 6:00PM, 6:30PM or we can customize the departure time for you
-One motorbike, One tour guide: We drive, you just sit in the back, relax and enjoy the view
-Free Pick up & Drop off: Included in District 1,3,4 and 5. Please tell us the pick-up address in your booking if your hotel is not in the list
-Dishes can be customized: Just give me a message through Whatsapp number if you want to change the dishes in our itinerary
Pickup included
Reviews
396 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great food and even better local guides!
famyott,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was absolutely amazing. The local group that took the four of us out was knowledgeable, efficient, and fun. Harry picked me up from my Hotel right on time and I felt super safe on his scooter despite the Vietnamese traffic. The food spots were locations I would not have tried on my own and all of them were incredible. It never felt like we were being rushed and their English is very good. Every guide in the tour felt like they really wanted to be there. It felt like being a local for a night, would highly recommend!
Saigon Cuisine at its Finest
N2284EXbenjaminb,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I had such a wonderful tour filled with delicious food. Hilary and Mango were incredibly engaged and informative hosts that catered to our every need. They made sure we left with full bellies and minds full of information. I highly recommend this trip for anyone visiting the city.
Excellent food tour!
lilycJ8696NU,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a brilliant time with Somi and Mango! They were super friendly, the places they showed us were authentic and they were great at explaining the culture behind the food.
Exceptional Experienced and Highly recommend- Jenni & Jai
Tania F,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jai and Jenni exceptional guides. A wealth of knowledge and insight to the authentic street food over a few districts throughout Saigon. Both guides have very good English and it was a true pleasure to sit down and have lovely chat to two very young enthusiast people. Being that we are a mature aged couple. Both educated us in the diversity of flavours and texture within the Vietnamese cuisine. They are both very safe and street wise on the busy Saigon roads in peak times. We highly recommend this tour and please ask for them to guide you!!!!
Excellent food tour in Saigon
Nellie-Kerrison,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great afternoon with Jennie and and Tan on our food your of Saigon. They were both safe and kind hosts and we got to see parts of Saigon we wouldn’t see by foot. The food was delicious and some great spots to visit and learn more about the tastes and good culture here. 10/10 for Jennie and Tan…. This was a highlight. Kindly- Nellie and Michael
Fantastic experience, don't miss it
Lilian B,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, this was the best tour I have ever done in Vietnam. The food was amazing & Tan was a fabulous tour guide & scooter rider. I felt safe even though the traffic was mad. He was very interesting to speak with, which was very special since I am an old woman of 70 years. Please don't be afraid to try this wonderful experience, it is a fantastic experience.
Awesome scooter tour with awesome guides and delicious food!!!
Sara S,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful experience. Saw parts of Ho Chi Minh we would not have seen and had food experiences that we would not have had with out Hilary and Mango. They were both engaging and charming guides and riding around on the scooter was certainly an exciting element of the tour! Loved all the food but the highlights were the fish soup, grilled banana and sticky rice and the dessert 🤤
So much fun!
F3782UBthomasd,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience & awesome way to experience the various foods of Saigon. Highly recommend & come hungry! Thanks Somi & Vergil for a great time.
Excellent food and service
blackys90,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent food and service, lots of different options with food - highly recommend - Thank you very much Nancy, Hillary, Nguyen & Devin.
Amazing memories - This is a Must Do.!
Tourist60565520706,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, do this for a great local experience and places you will not see alone as a tourist. We had a group of 12 on a tour, decided to book this on the same day we landed in HCM to get a real local experience in the evening. From the booking to meeting Jennie and other drivers at our pick up at hotel the experience was smooth and professional. We were all very impressed with the team, the places we visited and the food. The rain in the evening traffic whilst scootering around was an extra added gem, that made our whole time just brilliant. Thank you so much to Jennie, Kelvin, Michael, V, Ryan, Virgil, Kina, Levi, Clara, Porsche, Ben, Coming and Mallorie. The scooters were in good condition and all the above drivers mentioned safe, engaging, trusting and reliable. Don't second guess this opportunity, you will not be disappointed. Great job everyone.!
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