Known as “The Pearl of the Far-East”, Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is situated in the heart of the Southern region of Vietnam. The best way to explore this charming city and its culture, to have a unique look at how the residents live, and to meet other like-minded travelers is experiencing a bike tour in Ho Chi Minh city. This tour will give tourists the opportunity to discover the bustling streets as well as its vibrant atmosphere with an English-speaking tour guide providing a brief history and interesting facts of numerous awe-inspiring popular sites. Besides, you will have a wonderful chance to learn the secrets of local culinary and how to make Vietnamese dishes yourself when taking part in a cooking class as a special part of this tour.
General Information
Duration: 2 Days/ 1 Nights
Departure Date: Any Time You Wish
Start/ End: Saigon/ Saigon
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival (L, D)
Day 2: Cooking Class & Home-hosted Meal (B, L)
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival (L, D)
After being picked up at your hotel, you take part in a bike tour to explore numerous precious gems of this beautiful city. Your first stop is the War Remnants Museum, where you can learn about atrocities of the war and honor people sacrificed for the freedom of Vietnam. Then, you move to Saigon Opera House. The next stop is the Central Post Office, which was built in the late 19th century. You are interested in the charming French architecture of this building. Thanks to your tour guide, you can get some historical facts about the profound Vietnamese history and unique culture. After exploring all the famous destinations in Ho Chi Minh city above, you enjoy a delicious lunch.
In the afternoon, your tour starts with one of the biggest local markets in Ho Chi Minh City- ChoLon. Visitors can see a wide range of fresh fruits, meat, seafood, vegetable and a lot of productions from many regions. The last must-see destination in the Ho Chi Minh city bike tour is Thien Hau Temple. Coming here, visitors are impressed strongly by the peaceful atmosphere and strong smell of incense in this temple. Finally, the city bike tour ends, you come back to the hotel to have a rest and a big dinner.
Day 2: Cooking Class & Home-hosted Meal (B, L)
At first, you have a nice breakfast included in the tour. Then, the tour guide takes you to a local market to handpick some fresh ingredients. You have a good chance to stroll around, meet residents, see authentic Saigon life as well as explore the interesting street.
Then, the cooking class begins. A local chef shows you step by step how to prepare 4 authentic Vietnamese dishes as well as gives you some useful cooking tips. He has amazing cooking skills and great knowledge about food. Base on his demonstration and instruction, you cook them yourself.
Once you finish cooking, you enjoy a home-hosted meal with friendly locals. You try some Vietnamese special food made by them. You have a great chance to help the locals prepare the meal as well as learn more about Vietnamese cuisine. They can leave you a strong impression because of their friendliness and cooking skills. Finally, the driver drops you off at your hotel. Your 2-day experience Ho Chi Minh city tour ends.
Some Suggested Traditional Food
Here some specialties in Vietnam you must try at least once when traveling to Vietnam!
- Pho
- Bun cha
- Spring rolls
- Vietnamese bread
- Steam rice pancake
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