Full Day Guided Tour in Ho Chi Minh City: Explore Historic Monuments and Vibrant Markets

Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City on a full-day guided tour. Visit historic monuments, explore vibrant markets, and experience the beauty of the Saigon River.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Independence Palace - 08:00: Depart and take the morning trip visit Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification palace, which was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu.
  • Central Post Office - Move to Central Post Office: The building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century. It counts on Gothic, Renaissance, and French influences. It was constructed between 1886 and 1891 and is now a tourist attraction.
  • Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral - Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral.
  • War Remnants Museum - Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.
  • ANH NGOẠI QUÁN - Have lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Binh Tay Market - In the afternoon, 13:30: continue the city tour by discovering the city’s Western side. Ride to Cho Lon (Big Market). Binh Tay Market has always been a significant business hub not only for the local Vietnamese and Chinese but also for the Vietnamese farmers trading daily goods coming from all directions of South Vietnam.
  • Ba Thien Hau Temple - The temple is located right on busy Nguyen Trai Street. It can be accessed by entering through an iron gate and crossing a small courtyard. The roof is decorated with small delicately fashioned porcelain figurines expressing themes from Chinese religion and legends. Lanterns and wooden models of Chinese theaters hang over the entrance.
  • Saigon River - Continue to Bach Dang harbor. After checking in the waterbus tickets, and stabilizing your seat, the boat will start to depart. During the trip, you will have a unique view of the most typical commercial buildings of the city including the Vinhomes Central Park urban area, the magnificent Landmark 81 tower, the Bitexco Financial Tower, the green peaceful District 2. A lot of stunning moments are waiting for you. Try to discover the soul of this land - Saigon River by water bus, maybe you will realize many miracles, a more accurate view of the land once called Paris of Indochina or the Pearl of the Far East.
  • Ho Chi Minh City - 18:00 pm: Transfer back your hotel or meeting point. Finish the trip.
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Experience the unique essence of Ho Chi Minh City by walking around its streets and touring key locations. Visit significant historical sites like the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace, among others.

Capture memorable photos of famous landmarks and gain knowledge about this intriguing and historical Vietnamese city from a proficient English-speaking guide. Discover the lively Cho Lon (Big Market) and the gorgeous Thien Hau Pagoda in China Town. Furthermore, embark on a water bus journey from Bach Dang harbor that offers breathtaking views of VinHomes Central Park, Landmark 81 Tower, Bitexco Financial Tower, and District 2. Bask in the spirit of the Saigon River.

Location
112 Đ. Trần Hưng Đạo
Đường Trần Hưng Đạo
Meeting point is located in the backpacker area and recommended to come is a taxi or Car. The meeting point: Anh Ngoại restaurant. Address is: 112 Trần Hung Đao Street, Ward Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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814gulshant
Aug 2, 2024
Cuchi and city tour - Danny our tourguide is excellent tourguide, teach us alot about the history of viet nam, I do recommend for this tour city and cuchi tunnel for guests
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506sanjaya
Aug 2, 2024
City tour and cu chi tunnel - Danny our tour guide, our tourguide is friendly and take us to visit everywherr with hospitality and And he is a good tour,
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Loretaj313
Aug 2, 2024
city and cuchitunel tour with danny - danny our guide is very professional and helpful. he knows very well what he is talking. About the history of his country.
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Harveyj663
Aug 2, 2024
Danny - Now i know a lot about vietnam history and the scenery is amazing and i will be back mabye next i cant wait to here again. Thank you
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Reyvahj
Aug 2, 2024
Danny - Its nice trip a have loearn a lot of vietnamese history about culture, food and etc. And me and my family will be back here for know alot from the vietnam .
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Victorox9407jj
Aug 1, 2024
A visit to the Temple, China town and Art gallery. - It was very informative and exploratory. Peter is such a great tour guide. I enjoyed it totally. I will recommend this tour to more people.
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Stephaniemr8218pj
Aug 1, 2024
City tour with Peter tour guide - Peter is my tour guide today, he shows me around the city full day. He is very friendly and helpful. Thank you Peter from Stephanie Australia
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Novojitc
Jul 24, 2024
Very nice - Very good energy and explained every detail very nicely. Danny Nguyen has nice knowledge of the city and the places that we visited and he made sure that we learn things about the country.
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Siddharth
Jul 16, 2024
Historical Trip - We had a full day trip of Ho Chi Min City along with Chu Chu Tunnel. The trip was a memorable one. Thanks to our guide, Danny, who explained to us about the history of the war.
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Gokula354
Jul 16, 2024
Adventurous - The tunnel experience were great, got to know a lot about the Vietnamese war and how they tackle different kind of situations
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