Ho Chi Minh: Cyclo City Tour & Saigon River Dinner Cruise

District 1, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam



Explore Saigon’s highlights and hidden gems by cyclo or scooter, then unwind on a Saigon River dinner cruise. From the team behind a #1-rated food experience, with 50,000+ reviews across platforms.

Highlights

  • Explore Saigon’s hidden gems and iconic sights by cyclo or scooter
  • Cruise along the Saigon River and admire the dazzling skyline at night
  • Enjoy a private table with a buffet dinner and relaxing river views
  • Experience live Vietnamese music and traditional entertainment on board
  • See Saigon from a different perspective on a memorable evening adventure

Description

How this tour works

Your evening begins with hotel pickup according to your option. For cyclo or scooter, your local driver will meet you and provide a quick safety briefing.

After booking, contact us with any dietary requirements, vegetarian or vegan preferences, allergies, or special requests. We’ll coordinate with the cruise team whenever possible.

1. CHOOSE YOUR WAY TO THE CRUISE

Standard Transfer

Prefer a relaxed evening? We’ll pick you up and transfer you directly to the pier.

Cyclo or Scooter Sightseeing

Want to see more of Saigon before dinner? Add sightseeing with a local driver-guide. Ride through lively streets, famous landmarks, hidden corners and everyday Ho Chi Minh City.

Depending on your option you may pass Ben Thanh Market, the Central Post Office, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the People’s Committee Hall and the Saigon Opera House. Some attractions may be closed in the evening, but your guide will share their stories from outside and stop for photos.

2. ARRIVE AT THE SAIGON RIVER

Arrive at Bach Dang Harbor and board your dinner cruise. Your private table will be ready, so you can relax and enjoy the evening.

As the boat cruises along the Saigon River, watch Ho Chi Minh City transform after dark. Enjoy dazzling skyline views, live music, local stories and the gentle river after sunset.

3. ENJOY DINNER WITH A VIEW

Choose a buffet or set-menu dinner, depending on your selected option. Take your time dining, then head to the deck for fresh air, views and memorable photos of Saigon by night.

4. RETURN TRANSFER

After the cruise, our driver will meet you at the harbor and take you safely back to your meeting point. Pickup and return transfer are included according to your selected option.

WHY BOOK WITH US?

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Travel with the team behind highly rated food tours, with 50,000+ reviews across major travel platforms.

Safety Comes First
We are a fully legal and licensed tour operator. Our drivers and guides are professionally trained for your peace of mind.

SAIGON ADVENTURE SPECIAL OFFER
Book this experience and receive 10% off our Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta tours.

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Dietary requirements: Contact us after booking to confirm vegetarian, vegan, allergy or other dietary needs.
  • Cyclo/Scooter sightseeing: Some landmarks may be closed in the evening. Your guide will explain the history from outside and allow time for photos.
  • Hotel pickup: Contact us via WhatsApp, SMS or iMessage after booking to arrange pickup. Scooter pickup is available in Districts 1, 3.
  • Drinks: Drinks are not included unless stated in your selected option and are available for purchase onboard.
  • Food expectations: This experience focuses on the Saigon River, nighttime sightseeing, atmosphere and the dinner cruise experience. The cruise dinner is a convenient buffet/set-menu meal rather than a specialist culinary experience. If food is your main priority, we recommend our signature Michelin Food Tour.

Includes

  • Round-trip hotel transfer from District 1, when your selected option includes pickup
  • 45–90 minutes of sightseeing by cyclo (45 minutes) or scooter (90 minutes), exploring Saigon’s highlights and hidden local corners
  • Dinner cruise on the Saigon River with your choice of buffet or set menu
  • Choose your style: Relax and enjoy the city at an easy pace by Cyclo, ideal for families, or choose Scooter for a more adventurous ride and a closer look at local life
  • English-speaking local guide to share stories, history and insider tips along the way
  • Rain poncho provided if needed, so light rain won’t stop your Saigon adventure

Excludes

  • Drinks on the cruise
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • Please note that children between the ages of 3 and 6 years old need to sit together with their guardians
    If you are staying outside of District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, select the meeting point option when booking

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes transport by traditional cyclo or scooter for city exploration and a boat cruise on the Saigon River.
The cruise duration varies, so check the tour website for current timings and schedules.
Yes, you can contact the tour provider after booking to inform them of any dietary requirements.
Your local driver will meet you at your hotel or a designated pickup point in Ho Chi Minh City for the cyclo or scooter ride.
Children are generally welcome, but age restrictions or recommendations may apply; check with the tour operator for details.
The cruise features live Vietnamese music and traditional performances during the dinner.
No prior experience is needed as cyclo rides are operated by a local driver, allowing you to relax and enjoy the city views.
This is an evening tour starting after sunset; confirm exact departure times on the booking site.
You can admire the Saigon skyline during the Saigon River Dinner Cruise, which offers river views of the city at night.
You can book this activity online through the tour's official website or trusted travel platforms.

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