Ho Chi Minh Tours (Saigon Tours)

Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) is the largest metropolis in Indochina, and perhaps will be a central transit of Southeast Asia with a new larger airport and worthwhile attractions.

The city has a peculiar harmony of charming French architectures, shaded streets, enthralling local markets and modern skyscrapers. 

Saigon has more religions than any cities in Indochina, from Buddhism, Catholicism, Protestantism, Islam, Hindu to local religions such as "Cao Dai" and "Hoa Hao", thus the city is split into different quarters with distinctive colors and attractions in correspondent with these religions. 

Within a short time, visitors can choose to discover charming District 1 with theatres, leafy streets and leisurely sidewalk cafés, lose themselves in the fascinating Chinatown, or go climbing up Bitexco Tower for a city panorama and taste flavors from numerous cuisines. 

Connected with Cambodia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia by short airway, river or land way, Saigon has become the first place for innovation, creativeness and new tour experiments in Vietnam, despite its modern style. 

Moreover, the city is also becoming a good transit for the best beaches in Asia, including Con Dao and Phu Quoc islands and plages across the Southern coastline. 

During the last ten years, trips connecting Saigon with East Cambodia by both riverway and landway has positioned Saigon as a center of deluxe Mekong cruise tours, as well as a stopover for many sea cruiser ships. 

Saigon is establishing itself as a growing destination not only in Vietnam but also in Asia.

1. Food & Drink
2. Travel Guide
3. Activities
4. Recommended Tours

1. Food & Drink

During your stay in Ho Chi Minh City, you may opt to try the local cuisine in restaurants or in street vendors.

Let blend yourself in the local culture and join people on small vendors, you will definitely be welcomed with a friendly smile.

Let check these must-try dishes in advance before you get lost in the heaven of food.

Bánh Cuốn

Bánh cuốn are fine layers of steamed rice rolled in chopped mushrooms and ground pork, seasoned with pepper, herbs and sweet fish sauce.

This dish can be found across the county and usually is served as breakfasts. However, each region modifies the dish to best match its locals’ preferences

Bánh Khọt

Bánh khọt, a specialty of Southerm Vietnam, consists of a base made of fried rice with a variety of topping options. Fresh herbs are also added to improve both the aesthetics and taste of the dish.

The processing the flour is of vital importance while making bánh khọt. Besides, small shrimps are usually found in the toppings; these should retain attractively reddish color as well as ample crunchiness.

Bánh Bèo

The three components that are crucial for a flavorful bánh bèo are the rice flour base, the toppings and the dipping sauce.

Small round-shaped pieces of rice flour base are topped with green onions, crunchy pork rinds as well as shrimp powder are then served with a special dipping sauce.

Bánh bèo are usually served in small bowls, with each bowl having a single serving piece. Bánh bèo can be found in cities and provinces across Central and Southern Vietnam as it is a representative cuisine of the two regions.

Bánh Canh Cua

Bánh canh cua which roughly translate to “crab noodles” is a dish with crab soup and thick noodles, thickened with tapioca flour. It is served with chilies, green onions and fresh lime.

Some spots in Ho Chi Minh city have earned its reputation from this dish, such as Hoa Binh Market or Bánh canh cua Út Lệ on To Hien Thanh Street.

Bánh Xèo

Bánh xèo is a crispy and extraordinarily appetizing recipe that is favored across the country. It consists of large thin rice layers that are sizzled to form a shell for the filling of prawns, herbs and different kinds of vegetables. The sauce of this dish varies from region to region, depending on locals’ preference.

2. Travel Guide

Ho Chi Minh City - the largest city in Vietnam is known for its French and Chinese influences as well as its dynamic daily life.

The city is often referred to as Saigon, its former name, and has a rich history that is reflected in much of its present-day appearance, where modern skyscrapers stand side by side 19th-century buildings and coffee is favored as much as traditional green tea.

3. Activities

Go city sightseeing by Italian vespa, or depart for a long cultural tour up North to Hanoi with stopovers at some best beaches in the Central of Vietnam.

RIVER CRUISE IN HO CHI MINH CITY

River cruise tour linking with Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Cambodia

NIGHTLIFE IN HO CHI MINH CITY

Night life in District 1 and District 3, deluxe spa treatment

THEME TOURS IN SAIGON

Theme tours, LGBT tour, Honeymoon tour, photography tour.

4. Recommended Tours