Ho Chi Minh City and Chinatown Privately

Summary

Start with 8am pickup at your hotel in Saigon, then travel to the Independence Palace, also called the Reunification Palace, for the first stop of the day. Tour the palace-turned-museum’s strategic war rooms, conference halls, and military infrastructure, then continue to the War Remnants Museum. The War Remnants Museum offers a graphic depiction of the human tragedies of the war with the United States, with exhibits of photography and displays of military equipment. Head into Ho Chi Minh City’s Chinatown to visit Binh Tay Market and Thien Hau Temple, a historic site that’s dedicated to a Chinese sea goddess who protects fishermen. Continue into the historic center of Ho Chi Minh City to see beautifully-preserved colonial-era buildings, then pause for lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, tour a series of colonial landmarks, including the Municipal Theatre, the General Post Office designed by Gustave Eiffel, and the brick-red Notre Dame Cathedral, whose twin bell towers look out over a bustling square. This 9.5-hour tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Imagine a city where eastern cultures are preserved, western influences flow effortlessly through its veins, and historical traits rule with an iron fist. Once known, and still actively used, like Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is teeming with life, love, and filled with wonderful trails of exploration. Combing through the maze, discovering Vietnam’s largest city is walking into the very essence of Vietnam’s past and present while seeing the future taking a step back. During this private full-day out and about, we will show you all the highlights of the former capital of Vietnam. • Taking in all essentials of Vietnam’s largest city • Explore the rooms and chambers of the Reunification Palace • Sense how life thrives in Chinatown • Learn about the city’s connection with architecture • Lunch is included at a leading Vietnamese restaurant

What’s included?

  • A full-day private tour with a professional English-speaking guide.

  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.

  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.

  • All applicable taxes and service charges

  • Lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant is included (food only)

  • Entry/Admission - Ho Chi Minh City

  • Entry/Admission - War Remnants Museum

  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees

  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.

  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point

  • Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations

  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Asian Trails Vietnam

About operator:

Asian Trails, one of the leading day tour operators in Vietnam, offers a broad variety of private day tours throughout the most popular tourism destinations in the country. Our aim is to show you the real Vietnam under the guidance of a local, certified guide and lead you through some of the must-sees in the country. Our broad range of tour options offer something for everybody.

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