Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour - 12 Tastings

District 1, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam



Discover Saigon’s vibrant street food scene with 12 tastings: noodles, spring rolls, grilled snacks, bánh mì, flan, oysters, and more—perfect for food lovers seeking authentic local flavors.

Highlights

  • Taste 12 authentic Vietnamese street food dishes and drinks
  • Explore hidden alleys and vibrant local food spots with a local guide
  • Try iconic dishes like Bánh Mì and Spring Rolls
  • Enjoy sweet treats like Grilled Banana Sticky Rice Cake and Caramel Flan
  • Refresh with Sugarcane Juice, Jasmine Iced Tea, or Local Beer

Description

Embark on a vibrant culinary adventure in Ho Chi Minh City, sampling 12 authentic street food delights. Your tasting journey includes: starting with a savory specialty, choosing between Grilled Pork Vermicelli (Bún Thịt Nướng); cooling down with Jasmine Iced Tea; savoring Grilled Banana Sticky Rice Cake (Chuối Nướng); trying Vietnamese Pizza (Bánh Tráng Nướng); enjoying Sugarcane Juice (Nước Mía); tasting Fresh Spring Rolls (Gỏi Cuốn); discovering Grilled Beef in Betel Leaf (Bò Lá Lốt); biting into Grilled Pork or Beef Skewers; grabbing a classic Vietnamese Baguette Sandwich (Bánh Mì); toasting with a Local Beer or Soft Drink; indulging in Vietnamese Caramel Flan; and ending on a high note with Steamed Oysters (Hàu Hấp). This tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Saigon's diverse street food scene. Food & Drink List – What You’ll Taste: 1. Grilled Pork Vermicelli (Bún Thịt Nướng) - Ingredients: Pork, vermicelli, lettuce, cucumber, mint, pickled daikon & carrot, peanuts, fish sauce. 2. Jasmine Iced Tea - Ingredients: Jasmine green tea, water, ice. 3. Grilled Banana Sticky Rice Cake (Chuối Nướng) - Ingredients: Bananas, glutinous rice, coconut milk, sugar, salt, banana leaves. 4. Vietnamese Pizza (Bánh Tráng Nướng) - Ingredients: Rice paper, quail/chicken eggs, minced pork/sausage, dried shrimp, green onions, chili sauce, mayonnaise. 5. Sugarcane Juice (Nước Mía) - Ingredients: Sugarcane stalks, ice, kumquat/lime. 6. Fresh Spring Rolls (Gỏi Cuốn) - Ingredients: Rice paper, shrimp, pork, vermicelli, lettuce, mint, perilla, cilantro, hoisin/peanut sauce or fish sauce dip. 7. Grilled Beef Wrapped in Betel Leaf (Bò Lá Lốt) - Ingredients: Ground beef, betel leaves, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, fish sauce. 8. Grilled Pork or Beef Skewers (Nem Nướng or Thịt Nướng Xiên) - Ingredients: Ground pork/sliced beef, pork fat (for pork), lemongrass, garlic, shallots, sugar, sesame oil. 9. Vietnamese Baguette Sandwich (Bánh Mì) - Ingredients: Baguette, roasted pork/grilled pork/ham/paté/chicken/egg/sardine/tofu, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, mayonnaise, soy sauce, chili sauce. 10. Local Beer or Soft Drink Depends on choice: - Local beer (e.g., Saigon Special, 333, Tiger,...) - Soft drink (e.g., Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite...) 11. Vietnamese Caramel Flan (Bánh Flan) - Ingredients: Eggs, condensed milk, fresh/evaporated milk, sugar, vanilla extract. 12. Steamed Oysters (Hàu Hấp) - Ingredients: Oysters, water/broth, (optional: green onions, fried shallots, peanuts, lime, ginger, chili).

Includes

Guided tour of Ho Chi Minh Transportation by motorbike Pick-up & Drop-off Policy: Free Pick-up & Drop-off: Available for guests staying in Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, and 10. Other Districts: For guests staying in Districts 2, 6, 7, 11, Binh Thanh, Tan Binh, Go Vap, and Phu Nhuan, please kindly arrange your own transportation to our meeting point to join the tour. Meeting Point: Saigon Opera House (7 Lam Son Square, District 1). Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Motorbike and fuel All foods and drinks Rain poncho (if needed) Friendly and professional guides Accident insurance If you request a vegetarian option, the number of tastings may be fewer than 12.

Excludes

Personal Expenses

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun Stay hydrated - bring a water bottle Be prepared for varying weather conditions

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