HO CHI MINH CITY 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS EXPERIENCE – A COMPLETE TRIP OF CULTURE, CUISINE, AND ADVENTURE
Experience Ho Chi Minh City Like Never Before
If you are looking for an authentic and exciting way to explore Ho Chi Minh City and its surrounding beauty, this 3 days 2 nights package tour by Saigon Taste Tours is your perfect choice.
Led by passionate local guides, this experience combines the best of culture, cuisine, and local life. From riding through bustling alleys, on a motorbike to cruising the peaceful canals of Mekong Delta, every moment is filled with stories, flavors and warm local connections.
Day 1 – Saigon Heritage & Street Food Adventure
In the morning: Female-Led Motorbike Tour – Saigon History and hidden Gems in Ao Dai

Time: 9 AM
Duration: 4 hours
Style: Motorbike tour guided by local female riders in traditional – Ao Dai
Join our all-female local team dressed in the elegant Ao Dai for a one-of-a-kind motorbike tour through Saigon. You will explore hidden alleys, taste authentic street food, visit local markets and uncover Saigon’s history through personal stories that only locals can share.

At Saigon Taste Tours, we go beyond ordinary sightseeing. We provide personalized experiences designed around comfort, safety and authenticity. Our local experts are more than guides, they are like friends, sharing hidden gems, local flavors, and true stories of Vietnam. Female-Led Motorbike Tour
Highlights
- Marvel at Saigon’s historic landmarks: Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, The Independence Palace (Visit outside)
- Stop by the Burning Monk Memorial, a powerful reminder of Vietnam’s history
- Discover the hidden bunker cafe, once a secret spt house
- Savor strong Vietnamese coffee
- Wander through local wet market and flower market
- Explore Chinatown and ancient temples

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What you’ll do
Your adventure begins with a hotel pickup in District 1, 3 or 4. Hop on a comfortable motorbike and enjoy the breeze as your local guide shares untold stories of Ho Chi Minh City.
Explore Saigon’s History and Hidden Gems: Start with a journey through the city’s past, passing by major landmarks like Notre Dame Cathedral and Independence Palace. We’ll make a moving stop at the Burning Monk site, then uncover a secret at the ‘Spy House’ café, a former weapons bunker where you can drink coffee and explore a hidden tunnel.
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Immerse Yourself in Local Culture: Next, dive into the everyday bustle at a flower market and a vibrant food market. You’ll pick up essential Vietnamese bargaining phrases, taste refreshing tropical fruits and sugarcane juice, and enjoy an authentic Saigon meal of your choice (broken rice or noodle soup).
Discover Chinatown’s Color: The tour wraps up in Chinatown, visiting a stunning temple and taking you through the colorful fabrics of Silk Street and the year-round glow of Lantern Street. Finally, we’ll return you to District 1, dropping you at your hotel or a spot of your choosing to keep exploring.

In The Afternoon: Saigon Motorbike Street Food & Sightseeing Tour (13 Tastings)
Time: 5:00 PM
Duration: 4 hours
Style: Private scooter tour
Get ready for a mouthwatering food adventure through Saigon’s bustling nightlife! Ride through hidden alleys, meet friendly locals, and enjoy 13 authentic tastings – from savory pancakes to sizzling seafood.Motorbike street food and sightseeing tour

Highlights
- Taste 13 authentic dishes and drinks
- Explore local night markets and hidden alleys
- Ride safety with professional local guide
- Visit historic apartment blocks and gangster town seafood street
- Enjoy culture insights with every bite
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What you’ll do
Start with papaya salad topped with peanuts and beef jerky, paired with a refreshing coconut kumquat juice.
Then, feast on two versions of Vietnam’s iconic pancakes — bánh xèo (crispy crepe with shrimp and pork) and bánh khọt (mini savory pancakes). Try making your own bánh mì before heading to District 3’s oldest apartment for a look into Saigon’s past.
Next comes a rich bò kho (beef stew) — a Southern classic praised by food vlogger Mark Wiens. End your night in Gangster town seafood district with grilled scallops, clams, snails, and a cold beer. Finish sweetly with a Vietnamese flan topped with coffee.
Saigon Street Food
Day 2 – Discover the Authentic Mekong Delta
Discover the Authentic Mekong Delta – My Tho Full-Day Local Experience
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: Full day
Escape the city and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the Mekong Delta, where slow rivers and coconut groves define local life. With small group (max 10 guests), this tour offers a personal, hands-on experience of Vietnam’s countryside charm. Full-Day Local Experiencce

Highlights
- Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda – the largest in Southern Vietnam
- Cruise the Mekong River
- Enjoy live Vietnamese folk music (Đờn ca tài tử)
- Ride a rowing boat through palm-lined canals
- Visit local honey and coconut candy workshops

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What you’ll do
Begin your journey with a comfortable 2 hours drive from the busy streets of Saigon to the peaceful waters of the Mekong Delta. your day will be filled with unique local experiences, cultural discoveries and authentic mekong flavors.
- Mekong river cruise
Start your day with a relaxing boat ride in the Tien river. Enjoy the scenery and prepare for a variety of local activities.
- Visiting the four scared Islests
Explore the dragon, kirin, tortoise and phoenix islets – each named after mythical animals of southeast asia.
- Honey bee farm
Visit a local bee farm and enjoy fresh honey tea with lemon – a healthy and refreshing drink.
- Tropical fruits and python encounter
Taste seasonal fruits grown in the region. Feeling adventurous? take photos with alive pythons at the local farm.
- Coconut candy workshop
Learn how coconut candy is handmade and sample these sweet treats straight from the source.
- “Đờn ca tài tử” folk music
Experience traditional Southern Vietnamese music, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
- Rowing boat ride through canal
Drift peacefully through narrow palm-shaded canals in a small wooden sampan rowed by locals.
- Horse-drawn cart ride
Travel through the village like in the old days, riding a horse cart just like the locals used to.
- Motorboat ride to lunch spot
Hop on the motorboat to reach a riverside restaurant where you’ll enjoy a delicious mekong lunch.
- Biking or wildlife visit
After lunch, ride a bike through the village for a close-up look at local life. Optional: visit a small zoo with crocodiles, snakes, and porcupines.
- Vinh Trang Pagoda visit
Before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City, stop by the famous Vinh Trang Pagoda – the largest and oldest in Southern Vietnam. Its unique architecture blends Vietnamese, Chinese and European styles.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Relax in our air conditioned van as we take you back to the city after a full day of unforgettable experiences.

Day 3 – City sightseeing
Ho Chi Minh City Sightseeing and Food Tour by US Army Jeep

Time: 12:00 PM
Duration: 4 hours
Discover Saigon in style aboard a vintage US Army Jeep, cruising past iconic landmarks and tasting delicious street food along the way. This private tour blends sightseeing, local flavors, and adventure for an unforgettable finale. Ho Chi Minh city sightseeing
Highlights
- Ride in a private open-air Jeep with hotel pickup
- See landmarks: Independence Palace, Opera House, Ben Thanh Market, Central Post Office, Bitexco Tower
- Taste banh xeo, mini pancakes, and Southern-style beef noodle soup
- Explore hidden alleys, flower markets, and Chinatown
- Finish with a sweet Vietnamese dessert

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What you’ll do
We’ll pick you up right from your hotel in the central area. Hop into your private open-air Jeep and get ready for the ride of a lifetime through the dazzling streets of Saigon.
As we cruise through the city, our local expert will share fascinating, untold stories behind Saigon’s most iconic landmarks, including the independence palace, Saigon opera house, Ho Chi Minh square, bitexco Financial tower, Ben Thanh market, the central post office, and the former CIA building. Along the way, you’ll have plenty of chances to stop and capture stunning photos to keep your memories alive.
Next, we leave the tourist track behind and head to local neighborhoods for an authentic food experience. Start with Vietnam’s famous banh xeo – a giant crispy pancake filled with shrimp, pork and fresh vegetables, served with homemade dipping sauces. You will also taste its smaller cousin, the bite – sized mini pancake, golden and crispy, packed with shrimp, pork, or squid.
Your jeep will take you deeper into Saigon’s life, waving through hidden alleys, old apartment blocks, and colorful flower markets. In bustling Chinatown, we will stop for a steaming bowl of Southern-style stewed beef noodle soup – rich broth, tender beef, fresh herbs, and glass noodles, perfected over generations.
To wrap up your trip, we will treat you to a traditional Vietnamese sweet dessert made from a mix of beans, served warm and comforting – the perfect way to end your saigon adventure.
Conclusion
The Saigon 3 Days 2 Nights Tour by Saigon Taste Tours is more than just a holiday — it’s a heartfelt journey into Vietnam’s culture, cuisine, and community. Whether you’re cruising on a motorbike, savoring street food, or rowing through the Mekong canals, every experience is authentic, personal, and unforgettable.
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