ITA Travel - Vietnam Optional Tour - 1 Day Tour Hochiminh
Duration
daily
Max Group Size
25
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Age Requirement
0 - 70 Ages
About this tour
Explore the Dynamic Heart of Ho Chi Minh City in One Day
Discover the fascinating contrasts of Ho Chi Minh City - where French colonial architecture, vibrant local markets, ancient temples, and modern city life blend together in Vietnam’s most energetic metropolis. This full-day city tour takes you through the cultural, historical, and local highlights of the former Saigon, offering an unforgettable glimpse into Southern Vietnam.
From iconic landmarks and wartime history to bustling Chinatown and authentic local life, this tour is the perfect introduction to Ho Chi Minh City.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Visit the city’s most famous historical and cultural landmarks
- Learn about Vietnam’s history at the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum
- Admire beautiful French colonial architecture including Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office
- Explore the lively Chinatown district and the sacred Thien Hau Pagoda
- Experience authentic local life at Binh Tay Market and Ben Thanh Market
- Perfect for first-time visitors wanting to discover the highlights of Saigon in one day
- Enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant
- Comfortable guided tour with hotel pickup included
Route
Starts from
Ho Chi Minh City
Ends in
Ho Chi Minh City
Pickup Location
Ho Chi Minh City
Dropoff Location
Ho Chi Minh City
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
In the
morning:
At 8.00 am: Our Guide and car will meet you at your hotel in HCM city center and start the tour to explore HCM city.
The first place to visit in the tour will be the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of the war in April 1975. After Reunification Palace, you can walk to see some French colonial structures including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Central Post Office.
Continue on to Chinatown, Thien Hau pagodas, which is dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. Explore the highlights of this fascinating area, beginning with intricate friezes, carved tableau and impressive incense coils make for some great photos. Then observe street life through the narrow streets to Binh Tay market that sells everything from clothes to dried squid.
In the
afternoon:
Have
Lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to visit War Remnants Museum where
there is a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. In courtyard massive
military vehicles are for exhibition as well as tiger cages for the visitor to
get a feel on how it was to be a prisoner during wartime. In the museum
building itself, each floor will represent a separate theme from the war and
the war crimes committed towards the Vietnamese people. We end the city tour
with Ben Thanh market where anything and everything is for sale.
End of
services.
Trip includes
Included
- Entrance fees and sightseeing
tickets as mentioned in the itinerary
- Boat excursion on the Perfume
River
- Mineral water during transfers and sightseeing tours
- Government taxes and service charges
- Activity level: Easy
- Ideal for travelers with
limited time in Ho Chi Minh City
- Comfortable walking shoes and
lightweight clothing
are recommended
- The War Remnants Museum contains
sensitive historical exhibits that some visitors may find emotional
- Ben Thanh Market is a popular shopping destination
where bargaining is common
- Respectful attire is recommended when visiting
religious and historical sites
- Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical
climate with warm temperatures year-round
Excluded
- No accommodation
included in this 1 day city tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off available for centrally located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City
- International and domestic flights are not included
- Airport transfer arrangements available upon request
- Professional English-speaking local guide throughout
the tour
- Historical and cultural insights into Ho Chi Minh City’s landmarks and heritage
Guiding Method
Fully guided
- Lunch at a selected local restaurant
- Opportunity to enjoy authentic Southern Vietnamese cuisine
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service included within Ho Chi Minh City center
- Activity level: Easy
- Ideal for travelers with
limited time in Ho Chi Minh City
- Comfortable walking shoes and
lightweight clothing
are recommended
- The War Remnants Museum contains
sensitive historical exhibits that some visitors may find emotional
- Ben Thanh Market is a popular shopping destination
where bargaining is common
- Respectful attire is recommended when visiting
religious and historical sites
- Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical
climate with warm temperatures year-round
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