Saigon Secrets: Time Travel with a Vintage Vespa Half Day Tour
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Embark on a time-travel adventure through Saigon's secrets with our vintage Vespa half-day tour. Explore historical events, experience the old way of life, and discover hidden gems. No rushing, no tourist traps, just an authentic and immersive journey.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ho Chi Minh City Customs Department - - History of original Saigon (Saigon wharf)
  • History of the French Colonization in Vietnam
  • Customs Department (secret of the French opium trade - rue des Fleurs)
  • Nguyen Hue pedestrian avenue (rue Charner)
  • Signal mast
  • Ho Chi Minh Museum
  • Bánh Mì Như Lan - - Quick stop for a light breakfast: bánh mì and water
  • 1st US Embassy
  • Nhu Lan bakery
  • Cong vien Bach Tung Diep - - Secret of the French guillotine site - the oldest tree in Saigon
  • History of the Vietnam war
  • The 1st phase (1954 - 1964) - Ho Chi Minh city museum
  • The last days of Saigon 1975 - secret CIA building
  • The Secret Weapons Cellar - 3. The Secret Weapons Cellar, 287/70 Nguyen Dinh Chieu District 3, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam

Listen to the story of the Tet Offensive 1968 and visit the secret weapon cellar that played an important role in that campaign.

  • Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings - 4. Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings, Ward 1, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam

Rest stop. Sugarcane juice & snacks will be served

  • Nha Tho Cha Tam (Cha Tam Church) - 5. Nha Tho Cha Tam (Cha Tam Church), 25 Hoc Lac Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam

The assassination of Ngo Dinh Diem & his brothers

  • Quan Am Pagoda - - History of Chinatown
  • Daoism and Chinese Buddhism in Vietnamese culture
  • Secret of Chinese old customs (paper puppet)
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Assortment of snacks
  • Travel insurance included
  • Safety equipment: helmet and raincoat
  • All parking fees covered
Additional Information

Embark on a journey into the past with our Saigon’s Secrets tour that will unveil the historical periods and traditional lifestyle unique to Saigon. Far from the madding crowd and devoid of the usual touristy cliches, this is indeed a city tour that breaks the norm!

Witness the site of the very first opium manufacturing facility, trace the path of the last American aircraft’s exit from Saigon and discover the hidden arms storeroom. Experience history brought to life through actual relics and relish the exceptional historical instances of the city.

Location
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
Công Trường Lam Sơn
Ho Chi Minh City Theater is a theater facing Lam Son Square and Dong Khoi Street, 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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Loannguyenbmtqn
May 30, 2023
Love the tour - Amazing guide. We had great tour with Tuyen who was gave me so much interesting information not only about the history but also about the charming of Sai Gon and friendly people there. Thank you so much Vespa A Go Go. Great job!
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Carlbr6704bd
Apr 26, 2023
Perfect way to explore HCMC - A perfect way to explore HCMC for first time visitors -great guide and friendly drivers with top service and dedication -go! 😀👌🙏👍
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Adriennesaigon
Apr 25, 2023
A friendly, knowledgeable and safe ride through the history of Saigon - A lovely day out with the friends and family, traveling in a safe and friendly way through the stories of Saigon - visiting historical places and the buzzling streets of this amazing city!
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