SAIGON SLUM TOUR

Useful information

Saigon Slum Tour operated by Vietlook Travel, offers international visitors a deeper and more realistic understanding of Ho Chi Minh City through strong contrasts and meaningful local stories. This tour is not only about sightseeing, but also about learning how different communities live side by side in a rapidly developing city.

You will explore areas rarely visited by tourists, where daily life takes place behind the modern skyline. From luxury hotels and pedestrian boulevards to old neighborhoods, riverside houses, and floating markets, the tour highlights the social, historical, and cultural layers of Saigon. With the guidance of knowledgeable local guides, travelers gain insight into the resilience, lifestyle, and traditions of local people while enjoying authentic food and coffee experiences.

TOUR SCHEDULE

08:00 AM – 12:00 PM

01:00 PM – 05:00 PM

Partner Price: 35 USD per person

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND ITINERARY

Modern Central Saigon and Walking Street

Begin the tour in the modern center of Ho Chi Minh City. Walk through the famous pedestrian street and see five star hotels, luxury restaurants, and artistic buildings that represent the image most tourists associate with Saigon. This area sets a strong contrast with the neighborhoods visited later in the tour.

Slum Area in the Old Mafia District

Visit a slum area located in what was once known as an old mafia district. Your guide will share well known historical stories related to this area. Walk through narrow streets and observe small houses hidden behind large modern buildings, offering a closer look at local daily life.

Little Floating Market in Saigon

Discover a small floating market where people live and work on boats. Many families spend their entire lives on the water, earning a living by selling tropical fruits and other goods.

Riverside Slum Area

Explore a slum area along the river where people live in stilt houses. Your guide will explain the living conditions and daily routines of the residents. This location also offers striking photo opportunities, showing the contrast between small riverside homes and large luxury buildings in the background.

Biggest Flower Market in Saigon (Pass By)

Pass by the largest flower market in the city and learn about local traditions of buying and using flowers. You will also have the opportunity to create a lotus flower arrangement by yourself. The lotus is the national flower of Vietnam.

Original Local Coffee Shop

Stop at a traditional local coffee shop to enjoy typical Vietnamese coffee and experience its original and rich flavor.

Slum Area in the Oldest Neighborhood

Visit one of the oldest residential areas in Saigon, where small and old houses still remain. You may have the chance to interact with elderly residents who have lived here for many decades and hear stories about the past.

Banh Mi, the World’s Best Sandwich

End the tour by tasting one of the best banh mi sandwiches. This famous Vietnamese sandwich features a crispy French style baguette filled with a variety of meats, vegetables, and flavorful sauces.