Vietnam's street food is legendary, and the best way to experience it is with a local guide. Kick off with chao muc (dry squid porridge) and xa xui (Cantonese barbecued pork), then try banh bo banh tieu, a nostalgic local treat. Along the way, learn about Vietnam's medical pioneers and stop by Chua Ba Thien Hau, a temple honoring Chinese immigration.
Experience Saigon's coffee culture before indulging in bo cuon mo chai (barbecued beef meatballs) and fried rice flour cake with egg. End the night with a cold Saigon beer and local snacks at a lively street stall, where you can mingle with locals before heading back.
Duration: 3 hours