Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh
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Is Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh worth booking?
Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh is a 3-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $39 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (30)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $39 per person
☑️ Completely private, you will not be put into a group of strangers ☑️ A 4-hour tour on the back of a scooter that can help you explore the real Saigon like a local. ☑️ Flexibly choose a morning, afternoon or night sess
What you get
About this experience
☑️ Completely private, you will not be put into a group of strangers ☑️ A 4-hour tour on the back of a scooter that can help you explore the real Saigon like a local. ☑️ Flexibly choose a morning, afternoon or night session that follows your travel plan. ☑️ Be taken through hidden streets, and alleys by our knowledgeable tour guides. ☑️ Know more about hidden places that only locals know. ☑️ Enjoy delicious street foods and drinks. ☑️ We are open to adjust the tour itinerary to best satisfy your interest
What's included
Included
- Food & Drink mentioned in the itinerary
- High quality helmet
- English-speaking drivers and guides
- Poncho (if needed)
- Motorbike, fuel
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Pickup at not supported places (outside district 1,3,4,5). A surcharge of VND90,000 will be applied
What you'll see and do
The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
Visit the Thich Quang Duc Monument and understand more about history the the burning monk (Mr. Thich Quang Duc) during Vietnam war
15 minutes here · Admission included
Visit and enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee and learn how to make it at the oldest coffee shop in Saigon (84 years old)
30 minutes here · Admission included
Ba Thien Hau Temple
Visit the 300 year-old temple in Chinatown part of HCM city, which is also the very first temple to be built by Chinese people in HCM city
15 minutes here · Admission included
Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
Visit the biggest wholesale flower market in HCM city. You will also visit the Khmer market right next to Ho Thi Ky, which is opened by Cambodian owners
20 minutes here · Admission included
Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings
The oldest apartment in Ho Chi Minh city. You will have some walks around to learn more about local lifestyle and listen to the story of this place during the Vietnam war
20 minutes here · Admission included
Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)
Visit the Chinatown of HCM city, which is also called district 5. This part of the city looks quite different to the other districts with lots of green trees and kid playgrounds
30 minutes here · Admission included
Soai Kinh Lam fabric market
The best place for shopping silk in China town, the whole street is covered with colorful silk. We can help you to buy silk as souvenir if you want to
10 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy Banh Xeo, also called Vietnamese pancake at a local Banh xeo restaurant. You also can have a look at how they make the banh xeo inside their kitchen
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Morning - City Hidden Gem Tour
Pickup included
Afternoon City Hidden Gem Tour
Afternoon City Tour: Visit authentic local places that tourists never know about and enjoy 1 Vietnamese food Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lost In Saigon - Authentic Local Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child ticket: Age 5-10
- Children aged 0-4 can participate for free, as long as they will ride with one paying adult. They will be provided a child safety bike seat, but please be informed that only one child is allowed on the child seat. However, please note that it is not recommended for infants who have never ridden a bike or scooter to join the tour
- Kindly indicate any dietary requirements (e.g. allergies, vegetarian, etc.) upon checkout
- If you are staying outside of district 1,3,4,5, a surcharge of VND90,000 per person will apply, payable directly to the guide
- Not recommended for infants
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 30 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
30 verified traveler reviews for Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great for solo foodies
This was my favorite tour I did in Saigon! Tried so many foods I wouldn’t have tried otherwise. And Tom was a great guide / driver / person to hang with
via Tripadvisor
Exploring the city and experiencing the city as locals would. Extremely safe travelling with my teenage son.
Great guides who speak very well and knowledgeable. Great places to visit with my son Teenage son on scooters
via Viator
Great experience with the team of great tour guides
You will not regret taking part in this tour. Experience the busy traffics in Ho Chi Minh on a bike and going to places that usually only locals go. Overall experience is pretty enjoyable. Won’t have any issues conversing with the team of guides.
via Tripadvisor
Safe and educational tour!
Happy that Kevin and Sam were our tour guides. Learned a lot about the culture and places! Had a wonderful time and always felt safe during the tour!
via Tripadvisor
Nice motorbike trip
The day tour guide is very nice. I understand more local culture. Im very happy booking. Thanks to he.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh cost?
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Prices start at $39 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 Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 30 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 Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh?
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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 Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh?
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Around 11 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Scooter 4-hour Non-touristy Hidden City Tour In Ho Chi Minh 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 Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels Small-Group Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network, Cu Chi underground tour - Learn Vietnam war with others. 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.
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