Tour Overview

• Duration: 3 hours
• Starting Time: 5:30 PM
• Meeting Point: Saigon Opera House, District 1
• Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km)
• Group Size: Small group (max 8 people) for a personalized experience
• Inclusions: All food and drinks (including 1 Saigon beer or soft drink per person), English-speaking local guide, taxi to District 3
• Dietary Options: Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available upon request
• Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance

Itinerary

Stop 1: Bánh Xèo at Bánh Xèo 46A (District 1)

• Time: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
• Location: Bánh Xèo 46A, 46A Đinh Công Tráng, District 1
• Activity: Kick off the tour with a sizzling Vietnamese pancake, Bánh Xèo. This crispy rice flour pancake is filled with shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and herbs, served with fresh greens and fish sauce for dipping. Learn about its Southern Vietnamese origins from your guide.
• Cultural Insight: Discover how Bánh Xèo gets its name from the sizzling sound it makes while cooking.
• Distance to Next Stop: 0.3 miles (5-minute walk)

Stop 2: Phở at Phở Hòa Pasteur (District 1)

• Time: 6:10 PM - 6:40 PM
• Location: Phở Hòa Pasteur, 260C Pasteur, District 1
• Activity: Savor a bowl of Phở, Vietnam’s iconic noodle soup with fragrant beef broth, rice noodles, and fresh herbs. Choose between beef (Phở Bò) or chicken (Phở Gà). Your guide will explain the regional variations of this beloved dish.
• Cultural Insight: Hear stories about how Phở became a national dish and its significance in Vietnamese daily life.
• Distance to Next Stop: 0.5 miles (10-minute walk to taxi point, then 5-minute taxi to District 3)

Stop 3: Chè at Chè Kỳ Đồng (District 3)

• Time: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
• Location: Chè Kỳ Đồng, 16A Kỳ Đồng, District 3
• Activity: Indulge in Chè, a traditional Vietnamese sweet dessert soup. Try a refreshing bowl of Chè Ba Màu (three-color dessert with beans, jelly, and coconut milk) or Chè Đậu Đỏ (red bean dessert). Enjoy a Saigon beer or jasmine tea while exploring the vibrant District 3.
• Cultural Insight: Learn about the history of Chè and its role in Vietnamese dessert culture, often enjoyed as a late-night treat.
• Distance to Next Stop: 0.4 miles (8-minute walk)

Stop 4: Bánh Mì at Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa (District 1)

• Time: 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
• Location: Bánh Mì Huỳnh Hoa, 26B-28A Lê Thị Riêng, District 1
• Activity: Wrap up the tour with a classic Bánh Mì, a Vietnamese baguette stuffed with pate, pork, pickled carrots, cucumber, and chili. This iconic street food is a perfect blend of French and Vietnamese influences.
• Cultural Insight: Discover how French colonialism shaped Vietnam’s culinary landscape, leading to the creation of Bánh Mì.
• End of Tour: 8:00 PM, option to continue exploring nearby Nguyen Hue Walking Street or arrange a taxi back to your hotel.