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If you compare Saigon to a giant ant nest, going deep into the back alleys is like having a microscopic cut into the slices of the ant nest. Inside each cut, we will experience spaces that are wide, narrow, deep, shallow, or dark with the constant changes and unpredictable transformation of the alleys. Back alleys in Saigon are a huge network that connects districts and are considered unique cultural features of this city with a high population of 14 million people.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Arrive at the meeting point: " The Bike Coffe " address is 816 Truong Sa, Ward 14, District 3. Check in and try on your bikes.
Itinerary
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6:45 AM: Arrive at the meeting point " The Bike Coffee " The address is 816 Truong Sa, Ward 14, District 3. Check in and try on your bikes. 7:00 AM: Walk through basic bike navigation and road safety instructions 7:15 – 8:30 AM: Ready! Set! Ride from the meeting point. We begin with a warm-up cycling exercise through the city to breathe early morning fresh air and observe the city getting ready for a new day.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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8:30 AM: Stop for morning coffee and breakfast.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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9:15 AM: Start the back alley expedition, going through 6 districts to experience a never-before feeling of going deep into super tiny alleys (some of which only fit 01 bicycle, not even motorcycles fit in). We will make frequent stops at a few historical alleys where you can see the city's contrast between rich and poor and learn about their history dating back a few hundred years.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Small alleys in Binh Thanh district. Explore the entire area of GRAFFITI street (next to the city's University of Fine Arts) from 1993 to 2013. It has evolved and transformed into beautiful streets populated by many residents and numerous accompanying alleys.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Small alleys in District 3. Come and hear about the alley with a nearly 100-year-old wall built alongside the Saigon Railway Locomotive Enterprise. Explore "Chi Hoa Prison," a penitentiary built by the French in 1943. This place once detained political prisoners during the Vietnam War.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Explore small alleys in District 11. Enjoy the "Five Flavors" milk, with the main ingredient being five types of beans.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Explore small alleys in District 5. Explore and listen to two famous alleys in the Chinatown area, "Nha Thai Hang" and "Hao Shi Fang"".
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
11:30 AM (Estimated time): Return to meeting point. End the tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Quick-dry clothes, specifically long pants and sleeved shirts (since we visit many temples). Not recommended: jeans or khaki trousers.
- Sunglasses.
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Quick-dry clothes, specifically long pants and sleeved shirts (since we visit many temples). Not recommended: jeans or khaki trousers.
- Sunglasses.
- Small bag or waist bag (for phones and small personal belongings).
- Sunscreen.
- Sun protection sleeves.
- Money for personal expenses.
- This tour does not accept children under 14 years old.
- Anyone over 16 years old with a basic fitness level: can mobilize for at least 5 hours (with breaks).
- Have ever cycled on the street (not on a cycling machine at the gym) for more than 10km.
- Car seat for children under 20 kg are not available for safety reason.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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