Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City
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Is Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City worth booking?
Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City is a 3.5-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $205 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $205 per person
When you book our Secret Food Tour: Saigon you'll taste succulent local dishes from traditional soups, the signature Ho Chi Minh City panini, to Com Tam, an old Vietnamese farmers dish, literally “broken rice". Our experienced guides will teach you how to negotiate with local vendors as a proper Saigonese. Enjoying the real southern Vietnamese culture and hospitality. Saigonese vendors will show you their ability to make soups better than any other country you might have visited in your life. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
What you get
About this experience
When you book our Secret Food Tour: Saigon you'll taste succulent local dishes from traditional soups, the signature Ho Chi Minh City panini, to Com Tam, an old Vietnamese farmers dish, literally “broken rice". Our experienced guides will teach you how to negotiate with local vendors as a proper Saigonese. Enjoying the real southern Vietnamese culture and hospitality. Saigonese vendors will show you their ability to make soups better than any other country you might have visited in your life. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
What's included
Included
- Two Green Herbal Juices
- Bánh Xèo: Vietnamese pancakes filled with beef and fresh herbs
- Classic Vietnamese Broken Rice with Juicy Pork (or Cơm Tấm)
- Hue-Style Salted Coffee
- Iconic Vietnamese Bánh Mì Sandwich
- 100% Local Chocolate Treat
- Our Delicious Secret Dish
- Creamy Beef Tendon spicy Coconut Soup Taste with baguette
- Unique Black Pepper Hairy Ark Clams
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
We meet up and introduce ourselves right in front of the Market, before going to explore our first Stops.
50 minutes here
We'll have a look from outside at the monumental cathedral.
Pass by without stopping
We'll see what's so special about this place and have some more food close to it.
15 minutes here
Ho Chi Minh City's Book Street
Right after having another fun bite and a refreshment, we'll dive into the local culture and history on this cute street.
25 minutes here
We'll marvel at Ho Chi Min's statue, learn more about him and take a look at the external sides of the people's committee.
10 minutes here
We'll have a fun walk on this long pedestrian street and try more dishes all around it. Even our Secret Dish!
40 minutes here
We'll enter one of the most interesting buildings on the planet and discover it all about it. We'll end our Secret Food Tours Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon here.
50 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ho Chi Minh City
We'll meet in front of the entrance of Ben Nghe Street Food market.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will End our tour at the final stop, on the pedestrian Nguyen Hue Walking Street, if you need suggestions, you will be pointed in the right direction to explore or back to the hotel.
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Secret Food Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Secret Food Tours, who run 207 experiences we rank across 112 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.6 and 17 in the 90+ Club.
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Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City cost?
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Prices start at $205 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 Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City?
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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 Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Around 0 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 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City 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 Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Included: Two Green Herbal Juices; Bánh Xèo: Vietnamese pancakes filled with beef and fresh herbs; Classic Vietnamese Broken Rice with Juicy Pork (or Cơm Tấm); Hue-Style Salted Coffee; and Iconic Vietnamese Bánh Mì Sandwich. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City?
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We'll meet in front of the entrance of Ben Nghe Street Food market. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City offered in?
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It runs in 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 Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City?
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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 Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Walking Food Tours in Ho Chi Minh City if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
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