Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) is a fast paced city with a unique mix of French colonial architecture, Chinese influences, a modern entrepreneurial spirit and numerous temples. On this tour, you will take in the highlights of Ho Chi Minh starting with an exploration of Saigon's turbulent past with visits to the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum...
Vietnam Day trips · 1 day
Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Trip overview
Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) is a fast paced city with a unique mix of French colonial architecture, Chinese influences, a modern entrepreneurial spirit and numerous temples. On this tour, you will take in the highlights of Ho Chi Minh starting with an exploration of Saigon's turbulent past with visits to the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Starts in
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Ends in
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Departure
- Daily
- Group size
- 12 pax
- Travel style
- Classic
- Tour type
- Group Tour
- Tour code
- VNI11
Day-by-day itinerary
AM: Take a short city tour, Giac Lam Pagoda This is Ho Chi Minh City’s oldest pagoda, dating back to 1744 and one of the finest in Vietnam. Inside 98 pillars and 113 statues. Cho Lon, including the Thien Hau Pagoda: Cho Lon actually means Big Market – a claim that is well justified as Vietnam’s largest market, the Binh Tay is situated here. then have lunch at Vietnamese restaurant
PM: Visiting the War Remnants Museum, Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem’ exhibit is particularly touching, Reunification Palace (Ex-Presidential Palace) that was built in 1963 and is well-known as an outstanding example of 1960’s architecture, obtaining the mark of France in the hustling city through sites of Notre Dame Cathedral, Post office, and shopping at Ben Thanh Market. Tour ends at around 16:00.
PM: Visiting the War Remnants Museum, Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem’ exhibit is particularly touching, Reunification Palace (Ex-Presidential Palace) that was built in 1963 and is well-known as an outstanding example of 1960’s architecture, obtaining the mark of France in the hustling city through sites of Notre Dame Cathedral, Post office, and shopping at Ben Thanh Market. Tour ends at around 16:00.
Trip notes
Please bring cap/hat with you!
Price
| Class | 1 pax | 2 pax | 3 pax | 4+ pax | Child | Single room | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 250,000≈ $10 | 250,000≈ $10 | 250,000≈ $10 | 250,000≈ $10 | 188,000≈ $7 | N/a | Book now |
Included Services:
- Vehicle
- English speaking tour guide
