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Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City
A city of glorious chaos, where bikes outnumber ants and hidden noodle joints serve up life-changing broth.
Top Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City
Go beyond the tourist checklist - into the hidden spots & heartfelt stories
01
First-Ever Fish Sauce Tasting
Discover Vietnam’s iconic ingredient in a whole new way—taste four artisanal fish sauces with bold pairings like cheese & ice cream, guided by a local foodie.
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02
Pedal Through Authentic Local Corners
Cycle beyond the tourist spots—explore vibrant District 4, hidden alleys in District 10, and the bustle of Chinatown. Friendly local guides reveal hidden gems and stories.
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03
From Phin to Egg: Coffee Workshop
Go beyond a caffeine fix in this hands-on workshop. Master the Phin filter, whip up creamy egg coffee, and craft coconut coffee with expert baristas.
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04
Folklore & Illusions: A Magical Night
Experience Vietnam’s only folklore-inspired magic show in a 100-year-old Saigon apartment. Intimate, interactive & witty—plus an exclusive after-show drink & magic lesson.
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05
Explore Hidden Slums & Mafia Zones
Ride pillion into alleyways once ruled by gangs. Meet resilient communities, hear raw stories of change, and see the city far beyond its polished façade.
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06
Cu Chi Day Trip: Tunnels, Cycling & Feast
A day with Nhung, whose sisters were born underground. Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, cycle farmland reborn from war, then share a home-cooked feast in her lush garden.
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Zero-Tourist Food Adventure by Scooter
The only tour with no other tourists in sight. Ride through hidden backstreets, savour 7–8 bold dishes from family-run stalls, and end with fruit & stories inside your guide’s home.
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08
Craft Your Own Lion Dance Head
Learn the history of Vietnam’s vibrant lion dance from a former dancer, then hand-paint your own lion head. A hands-on way to connect with heritage beyond souvenirs.
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09
Cook & Dine in a Local Family Home
Step into Moon Mama’s kitchen to cook cosy Vietnamese dishes, sip homemade wine, and share stories around the table. Warm, personal, and a feast you’ll never find on a tour.
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10
Sip Cocktails in Hidden Apartments
Discover Saigon’s secret nightlife—tucked-away apartments turned speakeasies, bold cocktails infused with local flavours, and bartenders who make every drink a story.
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11
Vietnam’s Quiet Soul: Tea Ritual
Slip into a hidden tearoom for a calming ritual. Sip rare green teas, savour handmade sweets, and discover Vietnam’s quiet soul beyond the coffee craze.
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|12 hrs
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“we met the only man in Vietnam who makes chocolates with his own technique”
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“food that we did not expect & it was so authentic (zero tourists)”
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|10 hrs
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219 reviews
I did the private tour for two people with Bean and Jay. They were incredible, lots of knowledge not only about the people and places we went to but history and culture as well. Any questions we had were answered and being on bikes when we were a bit worried not being used to the traffic wasn’t even an issue as we felt safe the whole time. There was no rush or pressure for a set time to get back even though we only booked for two hours.
I don’t usually leave reviews but this exceeded both our expectations which were quite high after reading the information about the trip. Ask for Bean or Jay, they made our trip incredible!
Belinda
Had an absolute blast on the Saigon Happy Tour food tour. Our guides were super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience effortless. The food stops felt genuinely local—authentic, delicious, and not the usual tourist picks—and the 3.5 hours went by in a flash. Highly recommend if you want to eat your way through parts of Saigon you probably wouldn’t find on your own.
Riccardo Luciano
Great tour, knowledgeable and well prepared guide and interesting stops. I now both know and understand more about not only Saigon but also Vietnam!
Miriam
Fun experience! Learn to understand the origins and manufacturing processes of fish sauce better, can't wait to go on more foodie adventures with this newfound knowledge!
Lenis
Outstanding experiencem Bam bi was a fantastic host - gave a lovely intro into the hat making process, and then hosted a lovely walk through of the drawing process. She made it super fun and educational at the same time. The break where she gave a musical performance was also great. Highly recommend for all types of groups
Leah and ricky
We did the Saigon’s Last Mekong cycling tour and would recommend it to anyone - one of the best tours we have done! Our guide Curly was so fun and energetic, we had so many laughs & she explained everything really well. Thanh’s support was also great! The tour showed a side of HCMC that we would never have found on our own, it was such a nice break from the city chaos, cycling through the coconut forest and little streets. The balance of cycling to stops was perfect - and there were plenty of drink stops to stay hydrated even cycling on a hot day. For us, the stops to the temple and to Curly’s auntie’s house for fresh coconuts were the highlights, but the whole experience was just great - cannot recommend it enough!!
Sara
Adrien knows HCM and took us to some fabulous locations which not only helped us work on our photographic skills, it made for a very memorable experience.
Viv
Vincent Always Happy is very good and his English is very professional. He explains the history very well.
Keith Lum
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