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Shopping Tour with Local Guide in Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City

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Activity provider: VIVA VIETNAM
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2-hour tour in Ho Chi Minh City, taking in Ben Thanh Market, Saigon Square 1 and Hidden gem. Run by VIVA VIETNAM, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Ben Thanh Market
  • Saigon Square 1
  • Hidden gem
  • Runs 2 hours
  • Local tour guide
  • Guided tour of Ben Thanh Market

Shopping Tour with Local Guide in Saigon: Key Facts

PriceFrom $26.08 per person
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Shopping Tour with Local Guide in Saigon

2-hour tour in Ho Chi Minh City, taking in Ben Thanh Market, Saigon Square 1 and Hidden gem. Run by VIVA VIETNAM, booked...
2 hours
English
$26.08
Free cancellation

Full description

This is a 2-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, built around Ben Thanh Market, Saigon Square 1 and Hidden gem. It is run by VIVA VIETNAM, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers tour guide, Guided tour of Ben Thanh Market, Visit to Saigon Square, Exploration of Local Brand Apartment and Stroll through Nguyen Hue Walking Street. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Chợ Bến Thành. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with VIVA VIETNAM before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Chợ Bến Thành

Ben Thanh Market

Visit, Guided tour, Shopping (45 minutes)

Saigon Square 1

Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing (45 minutes)

Hidden gem

Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Chợ Bến Thành

Ben Thanh Market: Visit, Guided tour, Shopping (45 minutes)

Saigon Square 1: Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing (45 minutes)

Hidden gem: Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing (1 hour)

Includes

  • Local tour guide
  • Guided tour of Ben Thanh Market
  • Visit to Saigon Square
  • Exploration of Local Brand Apartment
  • Stroll through Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Important information

Meeting point

Chợ Bến Thành

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $26.08
$26.08
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.9/5
based on 7 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Gemma
May 29, 2026

Lucas helped us navigate through the busy markets, we were a bit apprehensive about going by ourselves so it was well worth it having a local with us. Thank you Lucas we had a great day

5
M
Maria
January 4, 2026

Lovely tour with Daniel (Cole). He was kind, professional, and patient! Highly recommended

5
R
Rasika
January 3, 2026

The tour was great. The guide was very sweet. I highly recommend this to everyone.

5
P
Patricia
November 6, 2025

A great experience. Not just shopping but also learned much about Ho Chi Minh & it's history. Cole was a fantastic guide - lots of good tips with the bartering & moral support. The apartment shops were really unique & interesting.

4
T
Traveller
January 31, 2026

leuke tourguide die het interessant maakte. deen met vragen indiensttreding vertelde over de stad. bezoeken zijn ok. je kan veel ook op eigen initiatief bezoeken. we hadden meer de hidden gems willen zien dan bijvoorbeeld een grote mall

5
B
Bryce
June 21, 2025

Wonderful tour with a very knowledgable guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Chợ Bến Thành
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Local tour guide, Guided tour of Ben Thanh Market, Visit to Saigon Square, Exploration of Local Brand Apartment, Stroll through Nguyen Hue Walking Street
The duration of the Shopping Tour with Local Guide in Saigon is typically 2 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$26.08