Unique chill tours in Saigon

Eat where
we eat.

I run small food walks, city tours, and evening experiences in Saigon. Never more than six guests, led by me or one of my trusted team.

Adults only · 18+. Chill walks with heavier history and stories most tours skip. (Travelling with kids? Private tours work for families too.)

The Saigon you'd find if you had a friend here.

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★★★★★ 4.98 · 1,500+ five-star reviews
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Spring reacting with delight to a spread of Vietnamese soup
Bánh đúc nóng in blue bowls with sauce and peanuts
Hands holding an opened mangosteen at a Saigon market
Small group sharing dessert at a casual street-food stall
Women enjoying chè dessert from small ceramic bowls
What we offer

Pick your pace.

Every tour runs small. Max 6 for group walks, or go private just for your crew.

Small groups mean real attention. Better spots, slower pace, no cutting corners on quality. That's why we cost a little more than the average tour.

Hands opening mangosteens at a Saigon morning market Best in the morning
3 hrs · Starts 7:30am

Early Riser Walk

Before the city fills up. Breakfast spots, Vietnamese coffee, the market while it's still quiet. The best time to see Saigon.

Small group 900,000 VND / $36 · per person · max 6
Private 2,500,000 VND / $100 total

Up to 4 of you. Two friends pay $50 each, four pay $25.

Women eating bánh mì on a Saigon street Most popular
3 hrs · Morning or evening

Street Food Tour

The real Saigon on a plate. Street tastings, local vendors, places I've been eating at for years. No tourist traps.

Small group 1,200,000 VND / $48 · per person · max 6
Private 3,000,000 VND / $120 total

Up to 4 of you. Two friends pay $60 each, four pay $30.

Motorbikes flowing past Saigon City Hall on a sunny morning
4 hrs · Your schedule

City Highlights & Hidden Gems

Explore the best of the city in only 4 hours

Small group 1,200,000 VND / $48 · per person · max 6
Private 3,000,000 VND / $120 total

Up to 4 of you. Two friends pay $60 each, four pay $30.

Bowl of vegan Vietnamese noodle soup with chopsticks Fully plant-based
3 hrs · Morning or evening

Vegan Walk

Vietnamese food is genuinely great for vegans. This walk is the proof. 6-7 stops, around 10 dishes. No meat, no compromise on flavour.

Small group 1,000,000 VND / $40 · per person · max 6
Private 2,500,000 VND / $100 total

Up to 4 of you. Two friends pay $50 each, four pay $25.

Not sure which tour is right for you?

Message me. Tell me about your trip and I'll suggest the right experience.

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Spring mid-conversation with a guest in a Saigon apartment corridor, afternoon light
Spring chatting with a guest in an old Saigon apartment corridor
Your guide

Meet Spring

I was born here. Never left. Saigon is the only city I've ever known, and I still find corners that surprise me.

I run the tours small. Six guests at most. Slow walks. The vendors I visit have known me for years. Some since I was a kid. The restaurants I take people to have never once had an English menu. They never needed one. These are the places you'd only find if you had someone to show you.

1,500+ five-star reviews. Guests from over 60 countries. I'm still doing it the same way.

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Reviews

What our guests say

★★★★★ 4.98 out of 5, rated by 1,500+ travellers on Withlocals, Airbnb and GetYourGuide
★★★★★

"We ventured through shortcut alleyways we never would have tried, ate with locals and by the end of the tour we were able to cross those hectic roads like locals. Spring introduced us to a variety of dishes and fruits we had not tried before. All delicious. Thanks Spring for a great first day in Vietnam."

Kylee and Sean
August 2025 · Couples · Withlocals
★★★★★

"Spring double checked our dietary allergies at the beginning, so we felt confident there'd be no nasty surprises. She gave us the knowledge and confidence to move away from the safe, predictable tourist eateries and look for where the locals eat. It's impossible to describe just how good the food was. We would definitely ask her for another tour."

Fenella
March 2025 · Cruise visitor · Withlocals
★★★★★

"This was my first ever food tour, and what a place to do it in Ho Chi Minh City. The food was absolutely incredible, ducking and weaving alleyways to all the local spots. Trying all the foods I would have never been able to experience otherwise. I really cannot recommend this tour and Spring enough."

Michael
August 2025 · Solo traveller · Withlocals
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Questions

Questions we get asked a lot

Every vendor I visit has been feeding people for years, some for decades. I eat at these places regularly. If I wouldn't eat there myself, I don't take guests there. I'll also tell you exactly what you're eating and where it came from, so there are no surprises.
Most tours cover 2 to 4 kilometres over 2.5 to 4 hours at a genuinely relaxed pace, with sitting time at every stop. For private tours, we can include transport between distant stops so you're never on your feet longer than comfortable. If you have specific mobility needs, just let me know and I'll arrange accordingly.
Saigon is warm year-round. I recommend morning tours (starting before 9am) for guests sensitive to heat. Cooler, less crowded, and honestly more beautiful in the early hours. I build in shaded stops and cold drinks throughout, and most guests are back at their hotel before the midday heat peaks.
Yes. For all private tours, I pick you up from your hotel lobby and drop you back at the end. For small group tours, we have a central meeting point easy to reach from most downtown hotels. Just send me your hotel name and I'll confirm the details.
Send me a message on WhatsApp. I'll confirm availability, answer questions, and guide you through the booking. We accept card or cash. No complicated systems, no surprise fees. I reply directly, usually within a few hours.
Absolutely. Our half-day tours are designed for guests with limited time. The Early Riser Walk or Street Food Tour fit comfortably within a port day and will have you back at the dock with time to spare. Message me your ship's arrival and departure time and I'll build the experience around it.
These tours are for adults only, 18 and up. The walks go into heavier history and stories that most tours skip. Good for curious adults who want the real picture, not a highlight reel.
Saigon rain is usually short and sharp, mostly in the afternoon between 3 and 6pm. Morning tours almost never get caught in it. If a downpour does hit, we duck into a coffee shop or a local spot and wait it out. For evening tours during rainy season, I'll keep an eye on the weather and message you if anything looks serious. I have never had to cancel a tour due to rain.
Cancel more than 24 hours before and you get a full refund, no questions. Cancel within 24 hours and I ask for 50%. I know travel plans change. If something comes up, just message me directly and we will figure it out.

I can bring you peace of mind.

I run unique food tours and city tour in Saigon. But I can also help design a custom Vietnam itinerary, or point you to the right people for other parts of your trip. I have trusted connections across the country. Drop me a message and we figure it out from there :)

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