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

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ID: GYG785670-1258302
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Country: Vietnam

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

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.
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).

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

Guiding languages

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
INCLUDED
  • Guided tour of Ho Chi Minh
  • Transportation by motorbike
  • Free hotel pick-up and drop-off (District 1, 3, and 5 - some exclusion apply)
  • High-quality open-faced helmet
  • 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.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal Expenses

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.