Afternoon Half-Day Introduction to Saigon Tour

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s largest city and it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. This 4-hour sightseeing tour offers the ideal introduction to Saigon, ticking off top attractions such as the Reunification Palace, the Remnants Museum, Ben Thanh Market, and the Jade Emperor Pagoda. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

4-hour sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City
Admire landmarks such as the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the Reunification Palace
Browse the stalls for souvenirs at the Ben Thanh Market
Learn more about the American-Vietnam war at the War Remnants Museum
Ideal tour for first-time visitors to Ho Chi Minh City or those short on time
Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Included

English-speaking guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan/coach
Bottled water (one per person)
Cool towel/tissue

Gratuities
Food and drinks
Personal expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel lobby.

Operating hours
.1:00 pm

Itinerary

Your tour begins with an afternoon pickup from your hotel in time for a 1.30pm departure. Traveling aboard a comfortable air-conditioned bus, set out for the first destination of the day — the grand Reunification Palace.

Hear about the building’s impressive history — as the site of the Fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War on April 30th 1975 — then follow your guide inside for a tour of the legendary building. During the tour, learn about some of Vietnam’s most important historic events, peek into the war command room, and see the preserved F5E fighter plane that bombed the palace back in 1975.

Continue exploring the surrounding district, once the heart of the French colonial city, and pause to admire striking buildings such as the old Central Post Office and the Notre-Dame Basilica. Nearby, visit the bustling Ben Thanh Market, where you’ll have chance to browse the stalls and perhaps pick up some unique souvenirs.

After leaving the market, continue to the War Remnants Museum, where you can uncover more about the Vietnam-American War. As well as viewing the collection of military equipment, weapons, and other memorabilia; learn more about the use of Agent Orange and other devastating tactics employed by both sides.

Finally, pay a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda, a magnificent Taoist temple dating back to the late 19th-century, and one of the city’s most richly decorated temples.

Your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Exact pick-up time will be advised upon reconfirmation
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.8

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Great Insight into Saigon Tour

Ed_K, Dec 2018

Very enjoyable tour. Good insight into the background to the palace and the American War museum, while very one-sided, was well worth a visit. Good tour guide who looked after us well.

a good brief tour to experience...

kishlaya m, Jul 2018

a good brief tour to experience Saigon- visiting all prominent locations in Saigon. If you have a half day and want to experience crux of the Saigon city Ho Chin Min, then this one is a sure go. The tour guide was good and can speak fluent english. Overall worth the money!