The SaiGonese Flavour by Tasting Authentic Local Cuisine HCMC
- 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join us on local delicacies and journey through Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant street food scene! This tour takes you through bustling streets, local markets, and hidden alleys, where you'll have the chance to taste authentic Vietnamese dishes. Including: Bánh Tráng Nướng (Vietnamese Grilled Rice Paper) Bánh Phồng (Puffed Rice Cake) Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese Sizzling Pancake) Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Baguette Sandwich) Dim Sum and Mint Soy Milk or Herbal drink Chè Mâm (a tray with more than 10 desserts waiting for you) Throughout the tour, your guide will share fascinating insights into the history and culture behind each dish, making this not just a food experience, but a cultural one too. It's the perfect way to taste the true essence of Ho Chi Minh City!
Inclusions
What's included
- Food & drink following in the program
- High-quality helmet
- English Speaking Tourguide (Another languages please kindly inform us)
- Fuel surcharge
- Raincoat (if needed)
- Free pick up and drop off at your hotel (districts 1, 3, and 4)
What's not
- Tips for guide/ drivers
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
Itinerary
Hồ Thị Kỷ Flower Market in Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant and colorful market known for its wide variety of fresh flowers. Open daily, it’s a popular destination for both locals and tourists looking to buy flowers for special occasions or simply to enjoy the beauty of the blooms. The market offers everything from exotic flowers to seasonal blooms, creating a lively atmosphere and a perfect spot for photography.
The Thích Quảng Đức Monument in Ho Chi Minh City honors the Buddhist monk Thích Quảng Đức, who self-immolated in 1963 to protest religious persecution in South Vietnam. Located at the intersection of Cách Mạng Tháng Tám and Nguyễn Đình Chiểu streets, the monument features a bronze statue of the monk in meditation, surrounded by symbolic flames. It serves as a powerful reminder of his sacrifice for peace and religious freedom.
The Nguyễn Thiện Thuật Apartment Complex in Ho Chi Minh City is one of the city's oldest residential areas, known for its vibrant local life and rich history. Built in the 1960s, the complex consists of multiple interconnected buildings, creating a unique maze-like structure. It is famous for its authentic street food stalls, small shops, and the daily routines of longtime residents, offering a glimpse into Saigon’s traditional urban lifestyle.
Chinatown, or Chợ Lớn, in District 5 is a bustling area rich in history and culture. Known for its vibrant markets, traditional Chinese temples, and authentic Cantonese food, it's a hub of Chinese-Vietnamese heritage. Visitors can explore colorful streets filled with local shops, herbal medicine stores, and street food vendors, offering a unique glimpse into the fusion of Vietnamese and Chinese cultures.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- LEE TRAVEL
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Its from-price is 47% below the median of the 553 city tours we list in Ho Chi Minh City.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 263 of 553.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, still widely called Saigon, is Vietnam's buzzing commercial hub of French colonial landmarks, war history and superb street food.
District 1 holds the main sights within walking distance: the red-brick Notre-Dame Cathedral, the elegant Central Post Office with its vaulted hall, the colonial Opera House and the ornate City Hall. The Independence Palace preserves its rooms as they were at the end of the war, and the War Remnants Museum tells the story of the conflict with sobering directness.
Top-ranked sights in Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon Opera House (Opéra de Saïgon), Saigon Central Post Office.
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