Ho Chi Minh City Pagodas Incense Streets and Coffee Scooter Tour

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Ho Chi Minh City Pagodas Incense Streets and Coffee Scooter Tour

By Saigon Street Food Tours

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4h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Discover the spiritual essence of Ho Chi Minh City on a guided tour that takes you through fascinating pagodas and vibrant incense streets. Start your adventure with hotel pickup in District 1, and visit the architectural marvel of the Jade Emperor Pagoda, followed by the hidden Lan Ong Temple, where you’ll learn about traditional healing practices. Stroll along Hải Thượng Lãn Ông Street, observing locals crafting incense sticks. Savour a vegetarian meal in Cholon, enriched with cultural heritage, and cap off your experience with a Vietnamese coffee workshop at the historic Cheo Leo Café, where you’ll master brewing phin coffee.

Guided tour with hotel pickup in central District 1
Visit iconic sites including Jade Emperor Pagoda and Thien Hau Temple
Enjoy a vegetarian meal in Cholon and learn about local culture
Participate in a hands-on coffee brewing workshop at Cheo Leo Café

Activity location

Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City Pagodas Incense Streets and Coffee Scooter Tour

4h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

AU$42.02 x 1 AdultAU$42.02

Total

What's included, what's not

One Meal + Drink Included
Coffee Tastings (Traditional Vietnamese Coffee) - you can make by yourself
Helmet & Safety equipment
Rain Poncho (if needed)
Extra water & rest stops provided
Scooter + Driver
All Pagoda/temple visits
Personal Expenses
Tips

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Ho Chi Minh City

Begin your cultural journey at Lan Ong Temple, dedicated to Lê Hữu Trác, Vietnam’s most respected traditional doctor. Walk through ancient wooden halls, incense-filled altars, and murals that honour the philosophy of Eastern medicine. Your guide explains how Vietnamese people blend spiritual beliefs with healing practices — a fascinating introduction to local culture. Highlights: 18th-century architecture Incense rituals & ancestor worship Insight into Oriental Medicine traditions

Cholon

Stroll down one of Saigon’s most historic Chinese-Vietnamese streets, where hundreds of herbal shops sell: dried roots & medicinal herbs traditional incense essential oils herbal tonics Learn how residents use herbs for healing, balance, and spiritual offerings. This street is incredibly photogenic with its colourful displays and old shopfronts. Highlights: Local herbal pharmacies Incense bundles (perfect for photos) Guide explains meaning of each herb

Ba Thien Hau Temple

Enter the majestic Thien Hau Temple, more than 250 years old, dedicated to the goddess of the sea. Marvel at the ancient incense coils hanging from the ceiling, intricate carvings, and the smoky spiritual atmosphere. You’ll witness locals praying for health, protection, and safe travels. Highlights: Spiral incense coils Ancient Chinese architecture Cultural & spiritual storytelling

The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument

Visit the iconic monument of Thích Quảng Đức, the monk who self-immolated in 1963 to protest religious inequality. Your guide will share powerful stories about Buddhist compassion, sacrifice, and Vietnam’s modern history. Highlights: Important historical landmark Emotional storytelling Photography-friendly statue & mural

Ban Co Market

Dive into one of Saigon’s most authentic local markets. Explore fresh produce, tofu stalls, spices, flowers, street snacks, and daily kitchen life of local families. Highlights: Real Saigon daily life Street food & fresh ingredients Vibrant market photography

Ho Thi Ky Flower Market (Pass by)

A colourful oasis filled with lotus, orchids, sunflowers, and fresh floral bouquets. Walk through alleys that smell like jasmine & tropical blossoms. This spot is loved by photographers and cultural travellers. Highlights: Most colourful market in the city Endless photo opportunities Friendly flower vendors

Emperor Jade Pagoda

Explore the mystical Jade Emperor Pagoda, famous for its statues, sacred altars, and symbolism. You’ll learn about Taoist & Buddhist beliefs, how locals pray for love, fertility, luck, and protection. Former US President Barack Obama visited this pagoda in 2016. Highlights: Historical architecture Sacred Taoist statues Famous “Obama pagoda”

Ho Chi Minh City

Finish the tour at a charming local coffee shop where you can try: Cà phê vợt (old-school sock filter coffee) Cà phê phin (Vietnamese drip coffee) Or coconut coffee Your guide explains Saigon coffee culture and why locals spend hours in coffee shops connecting with friends and family. Highlights: Coffee tasting Learn brewing styles Local lifestyle atmosphere

Location

Activity location

Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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