Saigon Scooter Tour: Explore Saigon’s Highlights in 4 Hours
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Explore Ho Chi Minh City from the back of a scooter — the most authentic way to feel the real rhythm of Saigon. This experience takes you beyond the surface of District 1, connecting famous landmarks, hidden local neighborhoods, Chinatown alleys, wartime stories, markets, temples, and Saigon’s lively food culture.
Led by friendly local guides and experienced drivers, this tour is designed for travelers who want to understand Saigon through history, daily life, and real local perspectives — not just sightseeing from the outside.
Highlights
- Discover Saigon’s iconic landmarks and powerful wartime stories
- Travel by scooter like a local through different districts of Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit famous sites such as the Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification Palace, and War Remnants Museum
- See hidden historical locations including the Secret CIA Building and Hidden Weapons Bunker
- Explore Chinatown, old apartment blocks, local markets, temples, and backstreets
- Enjoy Vietnamese coffee in one of Saigon’s oldest local coffee shops
- Taste seasonal fruits at a local market
- Optional evening food experience with local dishes, seafood, drinks, and dessert
- Private-style local guiding with stories, old photos, and insider perspectives
Itinerary
Departures
- Morning: 08:00 – 12:00
- Afternoon: 13:00 – 17:00
Famous Attractions & Historical Saigon
Begin your journey with Saigon’s most iconic landmarks. Your local guide will bring each place to life through stories, historical context, and old photographs that help connect the past with the city you see today.
Along the way, stop at one of Saigon’s oldest coffee shops to enjoy local Vietnamese coffee and learn about the city’s coffee culture. Non-caffeine options are available.
You will visit or pass by:
- Central Post Office
- Notre Dame Cathedral
- Reunification Palace
- Secret CIA Building
- Burning Monk Memorial
- Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
- Hidden Weapons Bunker used during the Tet Offensive
- War Remnants Museum
Hidden Saigon & Chinatown Backstreets
Ride from District 1 into Districts 3, 5, and 10 to discover a different side of the city — older, deeper, and more local.
Explore a high-rise temple hidden inside the busy heart of Chinatown. Walk through a wet market on the ground floor before heading upstairs for a unique local viewpoint.
Continue to Hao Sy Phuong, one of the oldest alleys in Chinatown, known for its 100-year-old community life. Meet local residents and learn how people live, work, and preserve their heritage in the middle of modern Saigon.
Drive through one of the city’s busiest local trading areas, where everything is sold — fruits, toys, cigarettes, clothes materials, motorbike parts, food, and more. Stop at a fruit market to taste seasonal tropical fruits.
Visit the Ten Thousand Buddha Pagoda , a fascinating temple hidden inside a small alley in Chinatown.
Continue to Nguyen Thien Thuat old living quarter, one of the few remaining original-style residential areas in Saigon before high-rise buildings transformed the skyline. Take a short walk to feel the real pace of local daily life.
Saigon Essence Cuisine
End the journey with a flavorful local food experience away from the tourist streets.
Ride through Saigon’s energetic traffic to enjoy local favorites such as Vietnamese rice cakes with grilled pork, Vietnamese taco, or famous banh mi from a long-running family business.
Continue through the Flower Market before stopping at a local seafood and beer venue for dinner.
To finish the night, ride over Ba Son Bridge for a view of Saigon’s modern skyline, or explore another lively night area of the city.
Your food experience may include:
- Vietnamese rice cakes with grilled pork and toppings
- Vietnamese taco or banh mi sandwich
- Seafood fried rice
- Seafood noodles
- Grilled scallops with spring onion
- Grilled shrimp
- Grilled escargot
- Clams with lemongrass
- Beer, water, or soft drinks
- Local dessert such as ice cream, crème caramel, or coconut jelly.
- The itinerary may be adjusted depending on traffic, weather, opening hours, or local conditions.
- Some attractions may be visited from the outside only depending on timing and access.
- Vegetarian or special dietary requests can be arranged with advance notice.
- This tour is operated by scooter with experienced local drivers. Guests sit behind the driver.
Inclusions
Included
- Scooter transportation
- English-speaking local guide
- Experienced and licensed scooter driver
- Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary
- Vietnamese coffee experience or non-caffeine alternative
- Seasonal fruit tasting at local market
- Food and drinks for the cuisine section
- Helmet and rain poncho if needed.
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions.
Rates
Check your dateAdult price through the year
| Travel dates | Adult 12+ | Child 2–11 | Infant Under 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All dates | $70 | Quoted | Quoted |
“Quoted”: we confirm this price when we reply to your request.
- Prices are in US dollars and include taxes.
- A 30% deposit confirms your booking — 50% for groups of 7 or more, infants included.
- VAT invoices are available on request.
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Reviews
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"Most welcoming, enthusiastic and knowledgeable"
We arranged a half day countryside and Hanoi City tour on Vespa motorbikes through our hotel. Tom and Duc (Donald) were most welcoming, enthusiastic and knowledgeable, answering any questions we had…
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We had a fantastic time in Hanoi with Vietnam Backstreet Tours. We discovered amazing places and learned so much! Tim was so knowledgeable and shared many stories with us. We loved the tour!
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Today we did a wonderful motorbike tour in Hanoi with the guys from Vietnam Backstreet. Many thanks to Mr. Boo and his team for all the impressions we got from Hanoi — we will keep them in our mind!
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Q&As
Do I need any riding experience?
No. You ride as a passenger behind one of our professional, experienced drivers — just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Where does the tour start and end?
We pick you up free of charge anywhere within 3 km of the city centre, and drop you off there too — pick-up and drop-off can be two different places.
Do you provide helmets and rain gear?
Yes. Helmets are provided, and on wet days we hand out two-piece raincoats and stop at covered places along the way.
Can I bring children?
Yes — you can include children (2–11) and infants (under 2) in your booking. We confirm their prices when we reply to your request.
Can I change my tour date?
Date changes are free with at least 24 hours' notice. Changes made within 24 hours of the tour are charged 30% of the tour price.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancel more than 24 hours ahead and we charge no cancellation fee (your bank or PayPal may keep a transaction fee of about 5%). Cancellations within 24 hours are charged in full. Refunds take 7–14 working days.
What if the weather turns bad?
Light rain doesn't stop us. If severe weather forces us to cancel, you can move to another date free of charge or get a 100% refund of the tour price, less bank fees.
Do you offer travel insurance?
Travel insurance is optional. We can arrange PTI cover for about US$3.50 per person per day.
Can you arrange a private tour for a larger group?
Yes. We run private tours and tours for larger groups, and can tailor the itinerary to you — tell us what you have in mind in the booking form or on WhatsApp.
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