Ho Chi Minh City Trip Overview
• Visit the Museum of War Remnants to learn about an important and painful period of Vietnam contemporary history
• Walkthrough the Ben Thanh market to learn about the art of making embroidered crafts in Vietnam and shopping
• Visit Cha Tam Church and go to the Drug street where you will know about the traditional drug are made by the Chinese and Saigonese
Additional Info
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Starts: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Vietnam
• Visit the Museum of War Remnants to learn about an important and painful period of Vietnam contemporary history
• Walkthrough the Ben Thanh market to learn about the art of making embroidered crafts in Vietnam and shopping
• Visit Cha Tam Church and go to the Drug street where you will know about the traditional drug are made by the Chinese and Saigonese
Itinerary
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Stop At: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
Your trip begins with a hotel pick-up at 08:00 AM by luxury air-conditioned vehicle, from here you will start your Ho Chi Minh half-day tour. Experience the city of Ho Chi Minh like never before, taking the day to explore the city’s history, culture, and traditions as you tour around some of its most famed sites, markets, restaurants, and pagodas.
Visit the Reunification Palace, being able to listen to your guide’s interesting historical knowledge about the structure that was formerly the South Vietnamese President’s residence prior to the end of the war in 1975. You will then get the chance to witness the French influence through the French colonial architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Central Post Office. Following this, you will head over to the War Remnants Museum, where you can see the vast exhibits regarding the American-Vietnamese War. Next, enjoy a cycle ride to the Ben Thanh Market, where upon arrival you can wander through the vendor-lined walkways that make up one of the city’s oldest surviving structures. You will even get the chance to purchase a few unique gifts, such as local crafts, textiles, or other souvenirs.
At midday, stop at a popular local restaurant for an authentic Vietnamese meal with your guide. Next, follow your guide to Chinatown to wonder at the intricate architecture and detail of Thien Hau and learn about their spiritual significance. Finally, end the day with a visit to Binh Tay Market, wandering through the vendor-lined walkways before being transported back to your hotel at approximately 5:30 PM.
Duration: 8 hours
