Ted

The Funny Local

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  • I live in Ho Chi Minh City
  • I speak English, Vietnamese
  • Verified Local host
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Hi there! Nice to meet you

Ted

I am a PROFESSIONAL and FUNNY tour guide born in MEKONG DELTA.

I love being a tour guide and helping people have A LOT OF FUN and LAUGH in the city I love!

I specialize in organizing day trips around HO CHI MINH CITY ( Saigon ) such as MEKONG DELTA TOUR, CU CHI TUNNELS TOUR, HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR and other CUSTOMIZED TOURS ( golf tour, Ho Chi Minh City layover tour, motorbike food tour).

I can always personalize any kind of your you imagine!

Just write to me :)

Then you will have A LOT OF FUN, LAUGH, LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, LOCAL EXPERIENCES and UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES when doing tours with me.

I am also A BIG FOODIE :) Hahaha

  • I live in Ho Chi Minh City
  • I speak English, Vietnamese
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 3 hours

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Reviews

Frank
12 May 2025
We had a really good day. Our guide was lovely, really good company and knowledgeable about the area of the Mekong Delta we visited, so absolutely no issues with the level of information and the quality of the tour. However I had expected the tour to 'feel' a bit different from the usual group tours, because the website suggests you can customise the tour to suit you. For the first half we basically visited the same places at the same time as other group tours. Though it was interesting and informative and he did try to make it a bit different by keeping out of the way of the groups when he could. To be fair, after the obvious tourist spots and lunch (which was OK but not spectacular) he did take us to a street market that was clearly off the tourist trail and that was a bit of an eye opener and a much appreciated diversion which was his idea. The area is very interesting and a day trip from HCMC is not nearly enough time to get to grips with it. I'm glad we didn't try to see the cu chi tunnels on the same trip that would've been too pressured! Overall a great trip with a really nice, fun guide.Mekong Delta Day trip
Duncan
11 May 2025
Ted took us on a smooth flowing, informative tour of some of HCMC’s religious, political and cultural highlights. He was super knowledgeable and had an astonishing memory of fun football facts!Great tour packed full of information
Micah
25 April 2025
I love how Ted accommodated my group of 10 people. He was responsive with my many questions. He was very patient as well. He provided for a comfortable van and brought a box of water for all of us. He made sure we were taken cared of. Cu Chi Tunnels was an eye opener. It gave me a different perspective of the Viet history and culture. The Vietnam War showed the soldiers' resourcefulness and intelligence. Ted showed us maps, systems and process that led to the Vietnamese' victory. We had lunch in Làng Ẩm Thực 66 Hóc Môn. Ted fulfilled my request to have lunch in a local restaurant. My prompt was "take us to a restaurant where you would eat with your family" We were served with vegetables and To this day, I still smile when I think about that fresh sturgeon soup. It was nothing like I ever had before. The closest is a mix between tinola and sinigang. The meal made me full but still feel light. Overall, Ted and his driver were great to be with. He made our trip enjoyable and a core memory for sure! Here's a short video of our tour with him: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DI3pNlGPjxv/?igsh=MW11MXFwbzNrOWx2ZA==Touring with Ted in Cu Chi Tunnels
Michele
17 April 2025
Ted helped me navigate a new city! He was very energetic, knowledgeable and professional. I totally recommend him for tours in Vietnam. He showed me also how to ride a scooter! So much fun. Amazing Guide!
Will
7 April 2025
We only had a day in HCMC before our next destination, but Ted gave us a fantastic flavour of the City - he arranged a pick up from the airport and tailored the tour to our timings and interests! Finished with a brilliant lunch and then arranged a car to take us back to the airport. Ted is knowledgeable, friendly and passionate about the city. Great stopover tour with lovely Ted!
JOSEPH
4 April 2025
Ted was a great tour guide. We connected before the tour and he answered questions to ensure the day would be as we planned. We wanted a tour away from the crowds and Ted delivered. He sent us through an itinerary and we followed it exactly, as Ted showcased his home town with various different transportation methods throughout the day. If you want a day on the Mekong then this small private tour is the way to go! Great tour away from the crowds
Tara
20 March 2025
We had booked a city tour with Ted. While Ted was explaining the history of the burning Monk I quickly came ill. I tried to push through but was about to pass out. Ted knew exactly what was happening and took matters into his own hands and ordered a taxi, took me to the nearest international hospital and stayed with me till I was scene by a doctor. After spending 5 hours we told him he could leave. I have sever food poisoning and was so grateful he knew where to take me. I don’t know what I would have done. This tour was not your typical tour and we were so upset missing learning the history. Ted sent us information and pictures that we could review. Ted is so passionate with his country and the history! You feel a real connection to someone who cares about their country as well as the care of others. When we come back we will be reaching back out to Ted for a re-do tour. I highly recommend Ted 🫶🇻🇳 Ted is my Hero!
Thomas
13 March 2025
I would highly recommend TED NGUYEN, if you are in Ho Chi Minh City. He is knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and efficient with your time. Believe me, you'll get quite a bit more out of your experience with this man. Outstanding Vietnam guide
Carina
6 March 2025
We enjoyed our two day tour in the Mekong Delta with Ted. On the first day we visited a local land market and afterwards went on a longer boat trip and visited local villages and fruit gardens. On the second day we went to Cai Rang Floating market and a nature reserve that we had specifically asked to see. Aside from Cai Rang Floating market we only saw few other tourists, but even there we did a longer tour through the neighbouring canals after the market visit. Communication with Ted was great and he gave us enough information before and during the tour and also assisted in taking pictures :) Two days in Mekong Delta
Scott
2 March 2025
My wife and I are in Vietnam for the first time, for a short trip. We wanted to visit the Mekong Delta, but not with a large tour. This is Ted's home, and the trip he put together for us was just what we were seeking - local and authentic, close to people and the environment, interesting and fun. I would highly recommend going with Ted.A Great and Interesting Day

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