Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour

Outty Ranking 80 5.0 · 330 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $55
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Outty Ranking

80/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 330 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour worth booking?

Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour is a 4-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $55 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 330 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
80 / 100
Rating
5/5 (330)
Duration
4 hours
From
$55 per person

Bored by the food options that you can easily find yourself? Our uniqueness came from our best choices of good food, and adventurous routes that have ZERO-TOURIST, and I want to state again ZERO-TOURIST. This food tour can even cater to other Vietnamese, that's how good it is! We guaranteed you that you will get to experience different scenic routes and go FURTHER than any other tour could in 4 hours. On "A Super Niche Food Tour" which includes 7-8 special food with extremely local spots in our neighborhood that is not on GOOGLE MAP and make sure you hardly find them by yourself.

What you get

    About this experience

    Bored by the food options that you can easily find yourself? Our uniqueness came from our best choices of good food, and adventurous routes that have ZERO-TOURIST, and I want to state again ZERO-TOURIST. This food tour can even cater to other Vietnamese, that's how good it is! We guaranteed you that you will get to experience different scenic routes and go FURTHER than any other tour could in 4 hours. On "A Super Niche Food Tour" which includes 7-8 special food with extremely local spots in our neighborhood that is not on GOOGLE MAP and make sure you hardly find them by yourself.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • Free Automated City Tour (without a guide)
    • Expenses for the local dishes
    • Rain poncho
    • Wet Wipes & Hand sanitizer
    • English speaking guide with expert driving skill
    • Nice photos/video will be edited and sent

    Not included

    • Other pickup locations which are not in district 1,3,4 will be charge 100.000 VND/person (4USD)
    • Gratuities

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • BECOME A LOCAL

      Hidden Gems & Local's House.: Take the more secluded route to explore the hotspot that few other Vietnamese ever came across. Have lunch at a local's home. Rent A Friend: This option allow us to help you knows what's like to become a true local. Where we hangout, what we do as Vietnamese locals. Duration: 4 hours: Duration may vary more than the intended 4-hour Eat Like A Local: Try some different hightlight beyond a normal food tour! Beyond a Food Tour: This option include more insights on Vietnamese households and lifestyle by visiting an actual local's place. Pickup included

    • Food Tour That Go Furthest Away From Touristy Area

      Best Listed Food of Saigon: Best BBQ Lemongrass & Butter Herb Beef Duck Stocking Turmeric noodle soup Broken rice with BBQ Porkchop Rice paper salad The Best Food Tour!: Our selection cater to those who are avid foodie and enjoy actual local places that even other Vietnamese would be amazed by. Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    vi, ko, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Saigon Happy Tour

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Foods Available: Vegetarian, Vegan, Non-veg, Pecastarian, Pecastarian, Non-Gluten and Non-Dairy.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 330 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    330 verified traveler reviews for Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    emmacT5290KG · September 2026

    Amazing food tour !

    We absolutely loved our Happy Food Tour! The food was genuinely delicious, and we got to try a great variety of different dishes throughout the evening. What we especially loved was discovering very different parts of the city and, most importantly, some truly local places that we would never have found on our own. The guides/drivers were also amazing, super friendly and funny. They took the time to explain the dishes, their origins, and also share stories about the neighborhoods we were visiting, which made the experience even more interesting. It was a fantastic evening from start to finish. They absolutely deserve their excellent rating!

    via Tripadvisor

    V8115VOdavidj · September 2026

    Best Foodtour I ever took

    This tour was probably one of the best tours I ever took. And I mean it. First of all, the tour really takes you off the beaten tracks. Only great, non touristy stops. The guides were amazing. We had such a great time. They showed us around, gave us background info, were a great chat and of course the food was great. Seriously I cannot say a single bad thing. This tour was perfect. If you consider doing it, do it! Thank you!

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    melaniesZ3557BX · September 2026

    Happy tours make me happy

    My partner and I feel this is the BEST way to experience HCMC and create memories, so much so we have done 5 tours with Happy and his exceptional team. It's always professional and you are looked after the entire time. When the tour ends it's hard to say goodbye as you have made new friends. We will be back to do another tour knowing how perfect the experience will be.

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    375bluebellm · August 2026

    The name says it all!

    We had an absolutely brilliant evening with Star and her crew of friends. The food was amazing but the real experience was zooming round Saigon’s crazy traffic on the back of a scooter and getting the inside track on the city from this delightful group of young people. I loved that we each had ‘our’ guide/driver to get to know throughout the evening. Highly recommended.

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    LondonDan · August 2026

    Fantastic tours - highly recommended!!

    We would like to thank Saigon Happy tours for making our Vietnam trip so special. We organised multiple tours with Mei Mei and Happy and they were amazing to deal with, highly responsive and so helpful. We went on the Ninh Binh day tour from Hanoi, the Hue historic tour, the zero tourist Saigon food tour and the rustic Mekong tour. We absolutely loved them all, especially the Saigon food tour - the bike riding was so much fun and we got to explore all parts of the city. The Mekong was a truly memorable day out getting a real insight into the local community and off the beaten track. I have travelled to many places around the world and their tours are the best that I have ever been on. They truly stand out as they are not like typical tours - so you are not doing all the mainstream things. You feel like you are getting a real local experience rather than a standard tour. We are a family of four with 2 teenagers (17 and 15). Our guides Tom, Hoang, Star, Kurt, Snow, Kim and Leo were all fantastic - they were lovely, friendly engaging and knowledgeable. Our family likes to ask questions and talk a lot and they were all lovely people and so good with us. They made our trip really special and we highly recommend them. Absolutely brilliant company.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $55 to $65
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    115
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 80

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
    Review evidence (18% weight)78
    Booking momentum (14% weight)75
    Value for money (12% weight)32
    Listing quality (10% weight)80
    Local standing (8% weight)67
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.

    How much does Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.

    Is Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 330 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour?

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    Around 115 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?

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    On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour?

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    Included: Bottled water; Free Automated City Tour (without a guide); Expenses for the local dishes; Rain poncho; and Wet Wipes & Hand sanitizer. Not included: Other pickup locations which are not in district 1,3,4 will be charge 100.000 VND/person (; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 165 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in Vietnamese, Korean and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ho Chi Minh City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour?

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    Across 330 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including BECOME A LOCAL, Food Tour That Go Furthest Away From Touristy Area. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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