Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter
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Based on 57 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter worth booking?
Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter is a 2-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $16 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 57 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (57)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $16 per person
On this group tour to the city's slum regions, ride a motorbike through the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Stay away from many famous places and attractions in the central Metropol • Explore different areas of the cit
What you get
- Friendly and professional English-speaking guides
- Free pick up and drop off at your hotel (district 1 and district 3)
- Helmet & Raincoat (if needed)
- Coconut Water
- Fuel surcharge
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
On this group tour to the city's slum regions, ride a motorbike through the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Stay away from many famous places and attractions in the central Metropol • Explore different areas of the city to get a closer look at the disparities between the rich and the poor. • Discover what slum dwellers experience every day while stopping at a charity food stand to try some regional fare. • Take a tour to learn about Ho Chi Minh City's slums. • Riding a motorcycle in the congested streets. For Rush Saigon option: you will have 2-hour HCMC experience by scooter with our local tour guide (If the tour lasts longer than 2 hours, you have to pay the tour guide $8 per hour) this option is not included any food or drinks
What's included
Included
- Friendly and professional English-speaking guides
- Free pick up and drop off at your hotel (district 1 and district 3)
- Helmet & Raincoat (if needed)
- Coconut Water
- Fuel surcharge
- Tea and coffee
- Private trip
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Ho Chi Minh City
Have you experienced a sightseeing tour in Saigon before? Did it truly satisfy your curiosity? Our tour aims to provide a deeper insight into Ho Chi Minh City, by join Slum tour or Chillspots tour from Toward Local 1. For Slum tour, you will be taken to some of the most impoverished ares in Saigon , you can take full service - included tour guide, food/ drink on the tour. if you would like to save your budget, you can only book the driver who can speak very basic English to give you a ride on the tour 2. For Chillspots tour, we will take you to visit most of the popular attraction of Locals, you can take full service - included tour guide, food/ drink on the tour. if you would like to save your budget, you can only book the driver who can speak very basic English to give you a ride on the tour
120 minutes here
Ho Chi Minh City
The itinerary could be altered due to the possibility of the restaurant being closed or the attraction undergoing maintenance.
Pass by without stopping
Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings
♦ One Of The Oldest Apartments in Saigon You can get into the classic authentic atmosphere of the local life and cultures of Saigonese with one of the oldest apartments built-in 1968. ♦ Slum around Old Apartment You see small old houses; especially, connect with old people that live here a long time ago.
60 minutes here
Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
♦ One of The Biggest Flower Market in Saigon Have a chance to make a beautiful shape with a lotus flower by yourself (the national flower of Vietnam) and know more about the locals' cultures of buying and using flowers.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Explore slum area in 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours No Food and drink Itinerary: 1. Slum areas in HCMC 2. Floating market in HCMC Scooter/ motorbike note: Quick glimpse of Slum area in HCMC Pickup included
2-hour scooter experience
Duration: 2 hours 2-hour HCMC experience Scooter/ Motorbike Pickup included
Explore Authentic Sightseeing
Duration: 4 hours Food and drink: 1. Vietnamese Baguette 2. Coffee time Itinerary: 1. Thich Quang Duc Monument 2. One of the oldest apartment in HCMC 3. Biggest Flower 4. Hidden gems in HCMC Scooter / Motorbike Note: This not only the tour, but also local immersion Pickup included
Explore the chillspots in HCMC
Duration: 4 hours Food and drink: 1. Vietnamese Baguette 2. Coffee time Itinerary: 1. the most famous walking street 2. Ba Son Bridge 3. Former gangster district 4. Thu Thiem Tunnel 5. Biggest Flower market Note: You will explore the best weekend spot of locals living and learn about the crazy things in HCMC Pickup included
Explore Slum in HCMC
Duration: 4 hours Food and drink: 1. Vietnamese Baguette 2. Coffee Itinerary: 1. Slum market in old gangster area 2. Floating market 3. Slum area in center of city 4. Slum along the Saigon river Scooter/ Motorbike Note: You will explore the real local insight of HCMC and how they make the end meet to survive in this bustling city Pickup included
Explore Local Wet Market
Duration: 4 hours Food and Drink: 1. Vietnamese Baguette 2. Coffee Time Itinerary: 1. Local Wet Market in old gangster district 2. unique floating market 3. Biggest wholesale market 4. Biggest flower market Note: Our tour guide will take you to local market, you can buy souvenir or item with the local price 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
- Toward Local
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 57 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
57 verified traveler reviews for Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Nice Scooter Tour in HCM
We had a family vacation in Ho Chi Minh City, and the night scooter tour with Kellie was definitely one of the highlights! Night scooter riding was a great way to avoid the heat during the day. Kellie and her team took us to a local pork BBQ rice noodle place, and the food was great :) At the other sightseeing spots, we exchanged questions about each other’s cultures and talked about the things we have in common and the ways we are different. It felt like hanging out with old friends. Highly recommend this tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are very happy to hear that the night scooter tour with Kellie was a highlight of your family trip in Ho Chi Minh City. It is lovely to know you enjoyed the local food, cultural conversations, and friendly atmosphere with our team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Recommended experience!
Jay was an amazing guide who couldn't do enough to tell me about all the locations. He was patient and made sure I am leaving Vietnam with a lot of information about places not typically seen in the most ethical way!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience with Toward Local. Our team truly appreciates your support and hopes to welcome you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Slum tour and local food tour.
Hana and flora and were both very friendly, were good for a laugh and had plenty of interesting local knowledge. 10 out 10 tour. Can't recommend these girls enough.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience with Toward Local. Our team truly appreciates your support and hopes to welcome you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great time seeing a different side of the city
Hana and Flora were absolutely amazing. Great guides with a great sense of humour and great knowledge about the city. The food and snacks were also great. Highly recommended this experience
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience with Toward Local. Our team truly appreciates your support and hopes to welcome you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Hana&Flora
We had a wonderful half-day tour with Flora and Hana, was absolutely amazing and made the experience truly great. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience with Toward Local. Our team truly appreciates your support and hopes to welcome you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $16 to $39
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter cost?
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Prices start at $16 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 Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 57 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 Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter?
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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 Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter?
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Around 20 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Two Sides of Saigon: Local Life, Markets & Slum Tour by Scooter 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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