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Ho Chi Minh City: Hidden Gems & Back Alleys by Motorbike with Local Students

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Ho Chi Minh City, VN
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Ho Chi Minh City, VN
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Experience the vibrant and hidden side of Ho Chi Minh City with a thrilling motorbike tour led by local students. Venture off the beaten path and discover the city's hidden gems and back alleys that are often missed by traditional tourist tours. Visit The Monument of a Monk, a powerful symbol of resistance and protest, and learn about the brave monk who self-immolated to advocate for religious freedom. Wander through the oldest apartment building area in the city, where time seems to have stood still. Immerse yourself in the colorful and bustling Ho Thi Ky Flower Market, a hidden treasure tucked away in narrow alleys. Marvel at the Ten Thousand Buddha Statues in a small hidden pagoda, and explore the vibrant streets of Chinatown. Plus, no tour of Ho Chi Minh City is complete without trying Vietnamese coffee like a local. This private tour includes everything you need for an unforgettable experience, from the tour itself to the drinks along the way.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Visit THE MONUMENT OF A MONK
  • Wander THE OLDEST APARTMENT BUILDING area
  • Troll into the non-sleeping COLORFUL WHOLE FLOWER MARKET
  • See strange things at a LOCAL WET MARKET
  • Admire the beauty of TEN THOUSAND BUDDHA STATUES
  • Free pick up and drop off at your hotel in district 1, 3, 4, 10 or at saigon opera house
  • Transportation by motorbike, including fuel and a high-quality, open-face helmet
  • English-speaking drivers
  • Special vietnamese coffee "cafe sua da" & mineral water
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Extra fee $5 usd paid directly to the guide if pick up or drop off out of district 1, 3, 4, 10

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Introduction

Discover the hidden gems and back alleys of Ho Chi Minh City on an exhilarating motorbike tour with local students. This immersive experience takes you off the beaten path to explore the lesser-known attractions and learn about the local life in this vibrant city. Accompanied by friendly and knowledgeable guides, you'll ride through main roads and narrow alleyways, discovering the hidden part of Saigon that is often missed by tourists.

What to expect?

During this 180-minute tour, you can expect a unique and authentic glimpse into the local culture and history of Ho Chi Minh City. You'll visit intriguing sites that are not included in the typical sightseeing tours such as The Monument of a Monk who self-immolated to protest alleged persecution of Buddhists, the oldest apartment building area in the city, the colorful whole flower market in narrow alleys, and a local wet market. You'll also have the opportunity to admire the beauty of ten thousand Buddha statues in a small hidden pagoda and get a taste of Saigon's China Town. Additionally, you'll experience the local culture by trying Vietnamese coffee like a true local.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts who want to go beyond the usual tourist attractions and delve deeper into the local life of Ho Chi Minh City. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, this experience offers a unique opportunity to discover the hidden treasures of Saigon. The tour is suitable for all age groups, and no previous motorbike riding experience is required. The guides, who are local students, will ensure your safety and provide informative commentary throughout the tour.

Why book this?

By booking this tour, you'll have exclusive access to off-the-beaten-path locations and experiences that are not typically offered by other tour operators. The knowledgeable local guides, who are passionate about their city, will share their insights and personal stories, providing a deeper understanding of the local culture and history. Riding on the back of a motorbike adds an exciting element to the tour, allowing you to immerse yourself in the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City. This private tour includes everything, from the tour itself to drinks, ensuring a hassle-free and memorable experience.

Good to know

It's important to note that this tour involves riding on a motorbike, so it may not be suitable for those with mobility issues or a fear of riding. However, the guides will ensure your comfort and safety throughout the tour. It's recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the duration of the tour. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the unique sights and experiences along the way. The tour ends with a leisurely chat over cups of Vietnamese coffee at a local coffee shop, providing an opportunity to ask any remaining questions and enjoy a relaxed moment before returning to your accommodation.

Reviews

Previous participants of this tour have praised the knowledgeable and friendly guides who provided insightful commentary and made them feel safe throughout the tour. Travelers appreciated the opportunity to explore hidden gems and experience the local culture in a unique way. Many guests mentioned the highlight of the tour being the visit to the Ten Thousand Buddha temple, where they were amazed by the intricate Buddha statues. Overall, reviews indicate a high level of satisfaction with this off-the-beaten-path motorbike tour of Ho Chi Minh City.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument

The tour starts by picking you up at your place (hotel, apartment, house, Airbnb). The friendly guide introduces about him/herself and how to sit on the motorbike in the right way. After making sure you feel comfortable on the back of the bike, the guide drive you through main roads, then narrow alleyways which are home to most of Saigon and the hidden part of the city. Stopping at a green memorial park, you learn about the less-known history and the heart-broken story about Thich Quang Duc monk who burned himself until death in order to protest the way Ngo Dinh Diem - President of the South Vietnam treated Buddhism. The huge statue and large-sized relief are worth seeing but missed by most of the tourists.

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Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings

Are you curious about how Saigon people lived 50 years ago? We will take you to an apartment building area since 1969, which has not been changed so much. Small apartments, wrought iron windows, wooden louver shutters, cement tiles, structures, materials and people still remain.

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Ho Thi Ky Flower Market

The biggest wholesale flower market is not located in a building but hidden in alleys of Ho Thi Ky Street. Besides trolling into lines of popular flowers in Vietnam, visitors can also see how hustle and bustle a flower market is. The wet local market next to Ho Thi Ky sells everything, from commodities to clothes, from raw foods, live animals, pork organ meat to amazing street foods. Let’s “đi chợ” (go to market) like local people.

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Chua Van Phat - Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas

We continue exploring Saigon back alleys by stopping at a pagoda in an alley in District 5. The pagoda has ten thousand Buddha statues in different sizes, gestures and positions. You can see them in every cell on the walls, in every petal of the huge lotus flower seat. After admire the beauty of the alley pagoda and Buddha statues, we weave around District 5 to learn about Saigon China Town which has a unique culture and is a bustling trading area.

Admission Included

Saigon Scooter Tours

Before returning to your hotel and saying good bye, we have time to sit at a local coffee shop to enjoy cups of Vietnamese coffee and chatting leisurely about the city and learn about each other better.

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