VIETNAM – Ho Chi Minh City – Ho Chi Minh City by Night on a Vespa

Sitting on the back of a Vespa scooter and dive into the culture of the Saigoinese people by going through the busy zigzag streets and witness moments in the life of the city’s inhabitants at night.

Theme

Art & Culture, Classic, Family, Gastronomy, Honeymoon

Country - City

Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City

Market segment

Groups, Thematic Leisure

Price Level

$$$$

Max pax

30

Seasonality

All Year Round

Arrival city

Ho Chi Minh City

Departure city

Ho Chi Minh City

Description

This tour offers the opportunity to meet local people after work, dining out and experience the nightlife activities. In addition to seeing some highlights in Ho Chi Minh city in the dark. Included in the tour is the chance to enjoy some of the unique and authentic food offering that can be found in some local restaurants. A tour to discover Saigon’s beauty at night from the back seat of a Vespa scooter.

Can be combined with

Thematic Leisure

  • VIETNAM – Ho Chi Minh City – Visit the tumultuous capital of the South
  • VIETNAM – Ho Chi Minh City – Explore District 5 in Depth

Selling points

  • To try local food with music make an unforgettable night
  • To experience different feeling during the night
  • To be easily included into any day activity

Level Of The Excursion

Low - This activity impacts local community, culture and/or environment in a small but meaningful way

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Cultural Conservation

Empowerment and education

Economic Impact

Community benefits

Additional Information

Positive Impact:

This activity has a positive impact in terms of generating income for people in Ho Chi Minh (staff making sure the activity goes well, drivers, guides, etc.), it also bring income to various business in Ho Chi Minh City (restaurants & bars mainly). 

Negative Impact:

The activity uses Vespa motorcycles, which produce high carbon emissions.

Time And Transportation

  • Pick up time from the hotel from 18:00

Duration

There are 2 options:

  • Ho Chi Minh City by night on a Vespa (Tour code: VA-SAD Saigon After Dark by Vespa Adventures) – 4 hours (18:00 to 22:00) – Visit a rooftop venue of Saigon for a drink and snacks – A local restaurant for seafood – A street side for Banh Xeo – A Vietnamese live music coffee shop – A modern bar.

 

  • Ho Chi Minh City by night on a Vespa (Saigon After Dark Easia Signature by Vespa Adventures)– 4 hours (18:00 to 22:00) – A program designed only for Easia by Vespa Adventures – the tour is similar to their Saigon After Dark tour but the different (fixed) stops:
  • Pick up from the hotel and drive to Zion Skybar, have a welcoming drink and snack
    – Having Banh Xeo at Banh Khot Co Ba Vung Tau
    – Drive to 5KU Garden via Dien Bien Phu for seafood
    – Drive to Tôn cafe to enjoy live music and Vietnamese cafe
    – Final stop is at the acoustic Carmen Bar.

Min pax

1

Max pax

30

How to sell it

  • Suitable for Soft Adventure and Leisure guest profile
  • For guests who love a bit of adventure, local food, and an authentic atmosphere
  • This program is the most suitable for FIT guests (2-10 persons)

 

Ho Chi Minh City by night on a Vespa – Easia Signature:

  • This option gives the client another tour which does not include the classic stops from Vespa Adventures, therefore clients will not feel as if they were part of a mass tourism activity (which can be the case in some stops during high-season with the normal tour).

Why this activity

  • Original activity designed to reveal Saigon’s nightlife; this tour is very vibrant, youthful, and colorful
  • Each stop is well-chosen and representative of the young and dynamic local life
  • Vespa scooters are safe and comfortable, even for kids or older people

Good to combine with

  • A cultural and classic visit Ho Chi Minh city.
  • Jeep tour in Hoi An or Minsk tour in Hanoi

Do not combine with

  • Another street food tour in Ho Chi Minh city the same day
  • Cooking Class in Ho Chi Minh city the same day
  • Another Vespa tour in Ho Chi Minh city unless clients indicate clearly.

Market suggestion

AUSTRALIA

CANADA

FRANCE

ITALY

SPAIN

PORTUGAL

BENELUX

SCANDINAVIA

CEE

US

GERMANY

UK

Competitor comparison

  • This supplier Vespa Adventure is very familiar with other DMCs
  • It is also B2C
  • The Easia Signature version is operated only for Easia Travel by Vespa Adventures.

Pros

  • Each stop is well-chosen
  • Vespa scooters are safe and comfortable
  • Possibility of arranging guides in different languages

Cons

For Ho Chi Minh by City night on a Vespa (by Vespa Adventures):

  • At all stops, the guests will meet other travelers from the company.
  • Specialized in Vespa tours, they have at least 2 of these tour operating at the same time.

For both options – Outdoor activity – can be affected by the weather

 

Information

  • Guests from 25 – 40 years old: will definitely like this tour
  • Guests from 40 – 55 years old: for this group, it depends on guests’ personality. For example: if guests have a youthful outlook and they are looking to have an authentic and exhilarating experience, they would like this tour as well.
  • The tour can be adjusted for children
  • Tour guides of Vietnam Vespa Adventures are mainly English-speaking, but it is still possible to arrange French, German, or Italian-speaking guides (Vietnam Vespa Adventures arranges English-speaking guides and we need to book German, French, or Italian-speaking guides by ourselves for this tour).

Alerts

  • Guests must be very careful of their personal belongings during transportation (camera, mobile phone, etc.)
  • Guest should notify Easia of food allergies or conditions in advance
  • This tour is the one advertised as “Saigon After Dark” on Vespa Adventures’ website

 

Important information

  • Vespas are special vehicles that are less comfortable in the rainy season (from May to September), so please do not propose this tour to guests during this period.
  • There are two itineraries for the tour and the rate of Signature option is more expensive than the original one.
  • The Original itinerary is more exciting because it carries the great idea that clients can observe the contrast between District 4 and District 1. The food stations are really local. But the weakness is they are also touristic, clients will see many groups doing this tour at the same time.
  • The Easia Special itinerary is only operated for Easia with the higher price. Clients will not see other guests of Vespa Adventure at the same time but its itinerary cannot carry 100% of the idea, the food stations are better.

Price range

From 94$

Quotation guideline

Quotation in ERP

Ho Chi Minh City – Activity – Viet Nam Vespa Adventures in Saigon – to choose from different tours options –  (SIC) Ho Chi Minh City by night on a Vespa – Saigon after dark – 6.00 pm; (Private) – Ho Chi Minh City by night on a Vespa – Saigon After Dark – 6.00pm – this is for the Easia Signature tour

Easia Signature is 500.000 VND/group higher because its better options for food to make clients feel the stops are not touristic, they will not see other groups to do this tour at the same time.

On ERP there are also available rates for other tours operated by Vespa Adventures such as: Insider Saigon; The Glimpse of Mekong and Saigon Craft Beer tour.

 

Inclusion

  • Transportation on Vespa (pick-up and drop-off at the hotel)
  • Local food
  • Drinks
  • Raincoats
  • Helmets
  • Entry tickets
  • Insurance and tour guide

Exclusion

  • Non-English-speaking guide (French, German, Italian, etc.).

Important notes

  • For Easia Signature option, please note “SAD-EASIA” in our booking reservation when sending booking to Vespa Adventures
  • Check the guests’ food allergies and conditions before the tour.
  • Give the supplier the Easia guide’s contact information for easier communication on the tour

Contact

Address: 169a De Tham, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Tel: +84 01222993585 / +84 938500997
Email: [email protected]

English

Ho Chi Minh by night on a Vespa

In the early evening you’ll be picked up at the hotel by your vintage Vespa driver and comfortably seated in the back of your vespa, start your discovery of Saigon after dark.

First stop will get you on a stylish rooftop venue to watch the sunset while enjoying some snacks and drinks. Then continue your journey through the busy streets of Saigon and savor some yummy authentic seafood and the delicious Banh Xeo the way locals do.

Next, continue your ride into the night with a stop in a softly lit coffee shop with some amazing live music and the tour will end with the final stop at a lively bar where you can have a drink and listen to some more contemporary music, or even enjoy a dance! You will finally be escorted back to your hotel at the end of this exciting night tour.

Meals included: local food (seafood, banh xeo) and drinks
Duration of the visit: 4 hours, from 18:00 to 22:00
Note for Sales: Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Tour code: VA-SAD from Vespa Adventures OR Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Signature program from Easia Travel with Vespa Adventures

French

Ho Chi Minh Ville de nuit a Vespa

En début de soirée, votre chauffeur de Vespa vintage viendra vous chercher à l’hôtel. Confortablement installé à l’arrière de votre Vespa, vous commencerez votre découverte de Saigon à la nuit tombée.

Le premier arrêt vous conduira sur un élégant toit pour admirer le coucher du soleil tout en dégustant des snacks et des boissons. Poursuivez ensuite votre voyage dans les rues animées de Saigon et savourez d’authentiques fruits de mer et le délicieux Banh Xeo à la manière des habitants.

La visite se terminera par un dernier arrêt dans un bar animé où vous pourrez prendre un verre et écouter de la musique plus contemporaine, ou même danser ! Vous serez finalement raccompagné à votre hôtel à la fin de cette passionnante visite nocturne.

Repas inclus : nourriture locale (fruits de mer, banh xeo) et boissons.
Durée de la visite : 4 heures, de 18 h 00 à 22 h 00
Note for Sales: Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Tour code: VA-SAD from Vespa Adventures OR Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Signature program from Easia Travel with Vespa Adventures

Spanish

Ho Chi Minh de noche en Vespa

A primera hora de la tarde, su conductor de Vespa de época le recogerá en el hotel. Cómodamente sentado en la parte trasera de su Vespa, comenzará su descubrimiento de Saigón al anochecer.

La primera parada le llevará a una elegante azotea para contemplar la puesta de sol mientras disfruta de aperitivos y bebidas. A continuación, continúe su viaje por las bulliciosas calles de Saigón y disfrute del auténtico marisco y del delicioso Banh Xeo al estilo local.

El recorrido terminará con una última parada en un animado bar donde podrá tomar una copa y escuchar música más contemporánea, ¡o incluso bailar! Finalmente, le acompañarán de vuelta a su hotel al término de esta emocionante excursión nocturna.

Comidas incluidas: comida local (marisco, banh xeo) y bebidas
Duración de la visita: 4 horas, de 18.00 a 22.00 horas
Note for Sales: Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Tour code: VA-SAD from Vespa Adventures OR Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Signature program from Easia Travel with Vespa Adventures

Italian

Ho Chi Minh City di notte in Vespa

In prima serata, il vostro autista di Vespa d’epoca verrà a prendervi in albergo. Comodamente seduti sul retro della Vespa, inizierete la scoperta di Saigon al calar della sera.

La prima tappa vi porterà su un elegante tetto per ammirare il tramonto gustando snack e bevande. Poi continuerete il vostro viaggio attraverso le vivaci strade di Saigon e gusterete autentici frutti di mare e deliziosi Banh Xeo alla maniera locale.

Il tour si concluderà con una sosta finale in un vivace bar dove potrete bere un drink e ascoltare musica contemporanea, o addirittura ballare! Al termine di questo emozionante tour notturno, sarete riaccompagnati in hotel.

Pasti inclusi: cibo locale (frutti di mare, banh xeo) e bevande
Durata del tour: 4 ore, dalle 18.00 alle 22.00
Note for Sales: Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Tour code: VA-SAD from Vespa Adventures OR Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Signature program from Easia Travel with Vespa Adventures

German

Ho Chi Minh bei Nacht auf einer Vespa

Am frühen Abend werden Sie von Ihrem Vespa-Fahrer am Hotel abgeholt und können bequem auf dem Rücksitz Ihrer Vespa Platz nehmen, um Saigon bei Dunkelheit zu entdecken.

Der erste Halt führt Sie auf eine stilvolle Dachterrasse, wo Sie den Sonnenuntergang bei Snacks und Getränken genießen können. Dann setzen Sie Ihre Fahrt durch die belebten Straßen von Saigon fort und probieren leckere, authentische Meeresfrüchte und das köstliche Banh Xeo, wie es die Einheimischen tun.

Anschließend setzen Sie Ihre Fahrt in die Nacht fort und halten in einem beleuchteten Café mit fantastischer Live-Musik. Die Tour endet mit einem letzten Halt in einer lebhaften Bar, wo Sie einen Drink nehmen und zeitgenössischer Musik lauschen oder sogar tanzen können! Am Ende dieser aufregenden Nachttour werden Sie zurück zu Ihrem Hotel gebracht.

Mahlzeiten inbegriffen: lokale Gerichte (Meeresfrüchte, Banh Xeo) und Getränke
Dauer des Besuchs: 4 Stunden, von 18:00 bis 22:00 Uhr
Note for Sales: Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Tour code: VA-SAD from Vespa Adventures OR Program Saigon After Dark Tour – Signature program from Easia Travel with Vespa Adventures