Follow the Locals Real Viet Experience

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Location

Ho Chi Minh

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Group size

Max 9 guests

Language

English

Location

Ho Chi Minh

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Group size

Max 9 guests

Language

English

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US$22.28 per guest

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Adult x1

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Fun and vibrant English speaking environment, Supportive members (showing you/taking you to a favorite local spots for food and stuff), Interesting conversation with the locals.

Dinner

Tea and coffee

Coffee and/or Tea

We provide an English and Vietnamese speaking environment where you can: + learn more about the Vietnamese people and the cultures from the local students and young professionals (not tour guides) + learn Vietnamese language, + play board games, + then after the chat, enjoy an intimate tasting of 2-3 iconic dishes (like bánh xèo or cơm tấm).

MAIN

Bánh Xèo

MAIN

Bún Bò Huế

DESSERT

Chè (3 color drink)

Meeting Point

258 Nơ Trang Long, Nơ Trang Long, Bình Thạnh Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam, VN, 72312

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We will pick you up at the arrival. The host will wait for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

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abbybQ9529YCOctober 2025 • TripAdvisor

Vietnamese Local Experience - exciting, authentic and fun.

A wonderful way to get down with the locals. Experience the amazing culture of Ho Chi Minh city through the eyes of a local guide. Hooting around on the back of a scooter, crossing the roads that only the locals know how, laneway eateries that you may be lucky enough to observe skillful cooking of your meal - then enjoy the freshness, colors and tastes of REAL Vietnam. Traditional Vietnamese Iced coffee is to die for!! We loved the mad vibrant board game evening and even were luck enough to shar...read more

Getaway63403750945September 2025 • TripAdvisor

Warm Introduction to Viet Culture

One of the highlights of my trip! It was a great way to see Saigon from a more local perspective and an educational experience on the culture. The delicious bahn xeo and fun board games also made the experience worth it!

Flyer68631259249September 2025 • TripAdvisor

A heartwarming Cultural Exchange in Saigon

Viet Local Experience was one of the most memorable parts of my trip to Ho Chi Minh City. Led by Trang and a vibrant group of young local students and professionals, this experience was a genuine food and cultural exchange. I think it is a fantastic way to connect with locals and improve my poor Vietnamese. It felt less like a tour and more like spending time with new friends. Highly recommended for anyone looking to go beyond the tourist trail and dive into the heart of Saigon’s community spir...read more