Why choose this Ho Chi Minh City tour ?
Let a knowledgeable guide unravel the history of Saigon’s turbulent past on this half-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Head to the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum to learn about the city’s dramatic demise when it was the capital of the US-backed Republic of Vietnam. See colonial buildings like the Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, evidence of the 19th-century capital of French Indochina. Get a glimpse of vendors selling fruit and vegetables at Ben Thanh Market and visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda.
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What makes Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tour With Small Premier Group a unique experience ?
GROUP SIZE: 12 people
PICK UP: 07:30 – 08:00 (the time of pick up depends on your accommodation’s exact position)
RETURN: 18:00pm
ROUTE: HCM City
Take the morning trip to 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.
Established by French colonists who initially named it the Church of Saigon (French: l’Eglise de Saïgon), the cathedral was constructed between 1863 and 1880. The name Notre-Dame Cathedral has been used since 1959. It has two bell towers, reaching a height of 58 meters (190 feet).
**The Notre Dame Cathedral have been being restored, so the guests just visit outside
The Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, or the Saigon Central Post Office (Vietnamese: Bưu điện Trung tâm Sài Gòn, French: Poste centrale de Saïgon), is a post office in the downtown Ho Chi Minh City, near Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, the city’s cathedral. The building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century.
Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, continue the city tour by discovering the city’s Western side. Ride to Cho Lon (Big Market) and Thien Hau Pagoda which is located in China Town
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.
18:00 pm: Transfer back your hotel or meeting point. Finish the trip.
Please take note:
***Drop off time is subject to traffic, weather…so the finished time could be later than expecting.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tour With Small Premier Group Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Transfer by A/C Bus
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees
- Have lunch at a local restaurant
- Water Bus Ticket & Mineral water (1 bottle/pax/day)
- Pickup at the centrally located hotels/stays in Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Not Included
- Beverage and food, tips & Personal Expenses
- Surcharge for holiday
- Travel Insurance
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by LOCAL TOURS VIETNAM.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.