Experience the authentic Ho Chi Minh City. Explore ancient pagodas and beautiful colonial architecture. Wander through the lively streets of Chinatown and dive into noisy markets to strike bargains with the locals. Feast on delicious traditional food. See American war relics at the War Remnants Museum.
- Learn more about the local life in Ho Chi Minh City
- Visit ancient pagodas and beautiful colonial architecture
- Drop by noisy markets and strike bargains with the locals
- See various war relics at the War Remnants Museum
This mesmerising trip gives us an insight into the history, culture, and the daily life of the locals in Ho Chi Minh City. Soak up cultural in delights of bustling Ho Chi Minh City on this full day adventure. Ramble though the streets of Chinatown and bargain up a storm in some of the city's most atmospheric markets. Re-fuel with a tasty traditional lunch while discovering the many sights dotting downtown Saigon - from the fascinating War Remnants Museum to the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral. Know the real Ho Chi Minh City, from its traumatic past to its beautiful French-colonial architecture, and discover the cultural heart and hidden treasures that dot this thriving metropolis.
We start our trip with our local guide by heading to Chinatown, where we shall walk through back streets of the Chinatown near Cho Lon to view the local daily life. Stop off for a visit of Thien Hau temple, which was built in the early 19th Century and was dedicated to Thien Hau, the goddess of seafarers. We delve more deeply into Chinatown by visiting the amazing Cholon and Binh Tay Market where locals shop. Stop at a local café for a coffee to watch the hectic pace of life that passes by Ho Chi Minh City.
Following our market visit, we will have a traditional local Vietnamese lunch, "Pho" or Noodle Soup. After lunch we visit the War Remnants Museum and take a walking tour to Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post office, Opera house and downtown Saigon. The War Remnants Museum was originally opened in September 1975. It displays old military equipment and other related items from the Vietnam War. In the courtyard we will find some larger exhibits including a F5A fighter and a UH1-Huey helicopter. The Reunification Palace, formerly known as the Presidential Palace, was the sight of South Vietnam's surrender in April 1975. Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office and the Opera House are beautiful examples of architecture from the French colonial period. This trip with our local guide will give us insights into the history, culture and the daily life activities of the locals in Ho Chi Minh City.
At the end of the trip you are free to continue exploring the area or your guide will assist you in getting a taxi back to your hotel.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at selected hotels in Saigon
- English-speaking guide
- Land transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission fee
- Lunch: "Pho" or Noodle Soup
- Personal expenses
- Meals and drinks unless specified
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activity costs
- Children below 2 years old are free of charge.
- Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this (and for your own comfort as well), we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means that your clothing must cover your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate.
- Exact pick-up time to be advised upon reconfirmation.
- Pick-up is available for clients staying at selected hotels as meeting point only: Sabah Saigon, Muong Thanh, Paragon, Grand Silverland, Rex. Clients staying at the others must proceed to the meeting point.
- To select your travel date, you are advised to choose at least 03 days prior to start date of activity.
- The regular tour has a 2 passenger minimum requirement for operation and is subject to cancellation if this minimum is not met. You will be informed at least 24 hours prior to departure to confirm schedule. In the unlikely event of such a cancellation, guests may request another tour, a different travel date or a refund.
- Free cancellation: 3 days or more prior to start date of activity.
- 100% Cancellation Fee (no reimbursement): less than 3 days prior to date of activity.
