Saigon Backstreets

Embark on our special tour for Saigon lovers! Start off your journey on the back of a bike driven by a professional guide through the heart of the city and enjoy changes of Saigon life from quiet to busy vibes. Put yourself in a different perspective from those on other touristic routes! Local experience guaranteed!

Tour itinerary

1. 1
   Meet at Your Hotel – Let’s Begin!
   Your English-speaking local guide will meet you at your hotel lobby. After a warm welcome and quick safety briefing, hop on the back of our scooters — it’s time to uncover the soul of Saigon.
   
2. 2
   Explore Saigon’s Soulful Side
   Stroll through backstreets and discover the quiet charm of the city — from the bustling, century-old Ban Co Market to the nostalgic 1960s Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment blocks. Taste local bites, meet everyday Saigonese, and feel the soulful rhythm of real urban life.
   
3. 3
   Secret Weapon Bunker

   Explore a hidden arsenal once used by Saigon Commandos during the Tet Offensive of 1968.

4. 4
   Coffee, Culture & Chinatown Charm

   Time to slow things down with a cup of Vietnamese coffee at a cozy local café — made the traditional way with a Phin filter.
   
   Then glide through Chinatown’s traditional medicine streets, where ancient herbal remedies have been traded for centuries. We’ll wrap this segment with a peaceful visit to the Thien Hau Temple, dedicated to the sea goddess and beloved by the local Chinese-Vietnamese community.

5. 5
   Authentic Vietnamese Lunch
   Enjoy a flavorful Vietnamese lunch at a local favorite spot. Whether it’s Com Tam (broken rice), Bun Bo (beef noodle soup), or another classic, this meal will be the perfect ending to your morning adventure.
   
6. 6
   Back to Your Hotel
   After a fulfilling journey through hidden corners and flavors of Saigon, we’ll drop you safely back at your hotel. Thanks for riding with us — and waking up with Saigon!