• Ho Chi Minh City - Explore Local Markets in Style!
  Welcome to Ho Chi Minh! Our team will be at your port with name signs, big smiles, and Maika Tour t-shirts to escort you to your air-conditioned transport. Once in the city, dive into Vietnamese culture with a traditional cyclo ride through the vibrant, narrow streets of Ho Chi Minh. As we navigate this bustling hub, observe the daily life of locals haggling at numerous markets scattered throughout the city. See vendors selling colorful fabrics, fresh fruits, vegetables, and the famous Vietnamese street food! A fantastic and thrilling way to experience the city’s highlights in a short time!
• Ba Thien Hau Temple - After soaking in the sounds, sights, and scents of Ho Chi Minh’s streets, we’ll visit the Chinese-influenced Thien Hau Temple. Ho Chi Minh’s temples provide essential insights into Vietnamese beliefs and customs, and this beautiful temple is no exception! This National Architectural Heritage Site, besides housing beautiful art pieces and antiquities, offers significant insights into Vietnamese folk religions for both locals and tourists.
• War Remnants Museum - Next, brace yourself for the emotional impact of the War Remnants Museum. This breathtaking exhibit is unlike any other war museum. Providing a rare glimpse into the civilian impact of the Vietnamese-American war, the multi-layered displays are powerful but essential to see. The Requiem gallery is the highlight of this museum, showcasing historic photos taken by renowned international war photographers like Tim Page and Larry Burrows. This poignant exhibit will linger in your memory long after you leave the museum.
• The Independence Palace - Visit One of Ho Chi Minh’s Most Significant Landmarks
  Our next stop is the Independence Palace. This crucial landmark in Ho Chi Minh City serves as a fascinating time capsule. The site of the Vietnam War’s end, Independence Palace features secret rooms, a war bunker, and even the original tanks used to seize the palace!

After the Independence Palace, we’ll enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch. A must-do on this tour is to make and savor the famous Vietnamese drip coffee. This sweet beverage is a daily staple for many locals and offers great insight into Vietnam’s surprising coffee culture.

• Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral - Take in HCMC’s Skyline
  Enjoy a walking tour through Ho Chi Minh’s most important sites! The Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office are stunning architectural marvels in the city center. The Neo-Romanesque Notre-Dame church, built by the French, is a striking Catholic landmark in a predominantly Buddhist society, while the classic Central Post Office, constructed between 1886 and 1891, is a remarkable relic of bygone times. The halls are adorned with historic maps of South Vietnam, Saigon, and Cholon. These two beautiful buildings are popular with tourists as they offer striking insights into the cultural and historical influences in Vietnam. From the Post Office, our guide will show you the historic CIA Headquarters and recount the story of the last US helicopter leaving Saigon in 1975, as well as the final US Operation in Vietnam – Frequent Wind. We’ll leisurely stroll along Dong Khoi street to visit the beautiful Opera House and City Hall.

• Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
• All Taxes Included
• English Speaking Guide
• Unlimited Bottles of Water
• Lunch Catered to Dietary Needs (advance notice required)

• Port Permit Service: For a fee of 25USD/person, our guide and transport can go inside the port, right to your cruise ship for pick-up and drop off. This requires passport details such as full name, passport number, DOB, expiry date and nationality. We recommend this service for safety and comfort during the hot or rainy days, as well a reliable transport service.
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• Travel Insurance
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