Private Street Food Tour by Motorbike/Car with Local Students
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Private Street Food Tour by Motorbike/Car with Local Students

By Saigon Back Alley Tours
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There’s no better way to get into the swing of Saigon than riding a motorbike. Enjoy the immediacy of scooter travel without the self-driving risks on this private guided foodie adventure. Pull up a kindergarten chair and channel Anthony Bourdain as you sample eight separate tastings at a range of street eateries. Savor city signatures from beer to banh mi sandwiches and curios such as sweet soup and barbecued scallops.
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Ages 1-99
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Whizz through Ho Chi Minh City on a scooter pillion, sampling street food
  • Pick a time that works for you: breakfast, lunch, or dinner
  • Taste eight different local favorites, from noodle soup to ice cold beer
  • Save time and stress with pickup and drop-off direct from your door
Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best
2024

  • Bottled water
  • Beverages
  • Food tasting
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
What's not included
  • Gratuities


Start:Traveller pickup offered.
    Pickup details
    • We will pick you up at the time you booked at the provided address. Please make sure to give us your address. We automatically confirm free pick up when you provide address in District 1, 3, 4, 5 and 10. For easy pickup, please send me a message in Whatsapp. A small extra fee of 120,000VND-170,000VND (5-7USD) per person will be collected on arrival for the other districts.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 70153P1

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Most travellers can participate
      • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
      • Please provide hotel address for the pick up when you book (or via Whatsapp)
      • Free pick up in District 1,3, 4, 5. Small extra pick up fee of 120.000-150.000VND (5-7USD) per person for the other districts.
      • This tour is only for guest weight less than 120kg (265lbs). If you are 100-120kg (220-265lbs) please let me know after booking.
      • 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.
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 70153P1

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        Great tour with local students
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        Good tour
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        10 out of 10 would recommend!
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      • mariellam754
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        Unforgettable motorbike tour guided by students
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        Sweet tour with local students
        The tour was great! Our guides, two local students, were super nice. They drove us through the city very carefully, and gave us some local context to the sights and neighborhoods visited. During the coffee breaks or the rides, we also had conversations with them about their life as students in saigon or reccomendations for restaurants & bars.
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      • NJ415
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        Amazing night motorbike and food tour!
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      mitchsydney
      Greater Sydney, Australia70 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2024 • Couples
      A fabulous tour with Panda and Thong. We were initially very nervous on the motorbike with such traffic but we were immediately appeased by the warm gentle nature of our tour guides. I was able to hold onto Panda whilst on her bike and that made me feel safe. The food that we experienced were delightful, delicious and we would never have been able to experience them if we were to simply google them. We visited many districts, learned a lot about the people and life in Vietnam and more importantly the hopes and dreams of our tour guide. It was a tour we will remember for the rest of our lives. We went on tour for the food, but left feeling satisfied and inspired because of the people. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting this wondrous city, wanting to get a lovely taster of what living, eating and hoping feels like in this part of the world.
      Written 26 December 2024
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      Frank S
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      We were out on an evening motorbike tour with Thang, Nhat, Harley, and Huy and had a great time in Ho Chi Minh City and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment the tour kicked off, our guides were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making us feel like part of a big family. Their expertise navigating the bustling streets ensured we felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey.

      Each stop offered a unique glimpse into the vibrant life of the neighborhood. We sampled delicious street foods, visited hidden local gems, and soaked in the rich history at iconic landmarks. The highlight was definitely the engaging conversations with the guides – everyone was fantastic, sharing stories and laughter along the way.

      The motorbikes were well-maintained and comfortable, allowing us to enjoy views and the city's lively atmosphere. If you’re looking for an authentic, exhilarating, and genuinely fun way to explore Ho Chi Minh City, I highly recommend this motorbike tour. It truly exceeded my expectations and left me with wonderful memories and new friends!
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      ccharu524
      Seattle, WA12 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2024 • Couples
      Would highly recommend this tour when visiting HCMC. This was one of my wife and I's favorite tours in Vietnam. Minh and Mai were amazing guides for my wife and I. They (being locals) spoke from experience/learnings, drove safely, took us to local spots (that were not originally planned on our personal itinerary), and were flexible on our pace and feedback. We really enjoyed seeing parts of the city where the locals and eating at locals spots too. If you want a little taste of HCMC history and the local side - can't recommend this tour enough.
      Written 23 April 2024
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      nwrighty
      6 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2025 • Solo
      I ummed and ahhed about doing this for a couple of days as I'd already done a few food tours on my trip so was feeling a bit fooded out, but went ahead as I had nothing to do on my last night and definitely did not regret it! I had Long who was hilarious and even let me drive his bike around the city after literally just meeting him which hilarious but made it super unique (note I have a motorbike license which he checked first!). The food was completely different than the food I had on other food tours in central and northern vietnam which was a surprise. We joined another solo traveller and his guide, and we all got so caught up chatting we completely lost track of time and had to hurry back so I wouldn't miss my flight at midnight! If you're debating, definitely do it, it's worth every penny, and the guides are super lovely and chatty people that make you feel at home. 10/10
      Written 19 January 2025
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      Elisa P
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2023 • Solo
      I am grateful to have taken this tour around the city of Saigon; truly 100% authentic experience, the guide prepared and attentive to my every request. He came to pick me up at the hotel where I was staying and introduced me to the real and lively city by riding a scooter through the most typical and local alleys and markets. We made several stops both to taste the local food (excellent), the typical Vietnamese coffee and other stops to visit some symbolic buildings of the city. We talked about the customs and traditions of the Vietnamese people. I highly recommend it especially to those who would like to avoid the huge crowds of tourists that flock to the usual attractions.
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      Written 1 December 2023
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      Tourist47145062414
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jul 2024 • Family
      I went on this street food motorbike tour in Saigon with my girlfriend and her family, and it was an absolute blast! It was an immersive experience into the vibrant food culture of the city. My girlfriend's dad is from Vietnam and he even found some places that he’ll never forget!

      We rode through the busy streets and narrow alleys, hopping on and off to sample a wide variety of local food. The guides were very attentive to our safety, which made us feel comfortable throughout the journey. Every stop introduced us to something new and delicious, my personal favourite was the pancake and the last dessert. The guides were really friendly and sociable showing their knowledge of the food and the city.

      Overall, it was not just a food tour, but a deep dive into the heart of Saigon's street food scene. We had so much fun exploring the city this way, and it was definitely a highlight of our trip. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the true flavors of Saigon in an exciting and memorable way!
      Written 11 November 2024
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      Mark F
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2024 • Solo
      Food was great, tour guides were even better. Shout out to Jaden who even sent recommendations after the tour was over catered to my personal interests. 10/10 experience, would recommend to those interested in trying authentic Vietnamese food and wishing to view the city in the lense of a local for a few hours. Also suggest booking this as one of the first things to do as it alleviated all nerves I had about food safety and general anxiety of being in a new country solo.
      Written 14 December 2024
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      Olivia S
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Family
      We had such a great time enjoying local foods and learning about Saigon history. We were picked up at the hotel in District 1 then took a cab to District 3. It was just the right amount of walking between each stop to digest a bit and take in the sights. We were happy we chose the 4pm start like that when it ended we weren’t hungry for supper and got to walk around during the sunset. Our student guide Phi was so knowledgeable, funny and patient (had to stop to take loads of pictures).
      This tour is honestly such a beautiful way to discover a city, I recommend it to anyone. Thank you Hung and Phi for your great service!!
      Written 22 January 2024
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      Fred K
      Evergreen, CO32 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The street food tour was simply exceptional and the highlight of my visit to HCMC/Saigon. My private guide Khanh took such good care of me, explaining the city districts, history, local culture, and the many foods. Although it was a busy Saturday night with much traffic I never felt unsafe as he was such a careful driver. I would recommend this experience to anyone wanting to really get immersed into the local culture and community, and have delicious foods!
      Written 9 March 2024
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      Rachel Y
      7 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2023
      Pham Khanh picked me up at my hotel right on time, and he was the such a nice guy, so easy to talk to and took me to honestly the most delicious spots I've been to all trip. Even though it was a solo tour and I was worried it would be awkward, it was not awkward at all as Pham's got a ton of natural charm.

      He operated the motorbike very safely especially as it was my first time on one and I never felt in danger at all.

      Overall, I'd highly recommend the tour and it's a very reasonable price at all for a one tour guide to one guest ratio.
      Written 1 February 2023
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