Ho Chi Minh half-day city tour
Activities

Ho Chi Minh half-day city tour

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£27.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 5 hours
Do this because
  • Visit landmarks such as Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the City Hall
  • Enjoy the wonderful view on the Saigon River
  • Move to Bach Dang Wharf and experience the water bus
What to expect

In the morning, at 8.00am, you'll take an exciting trip to visit the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace. This historic building in Ho Chi Minh City was designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu, and has a big cultural and historical significance. Next, you'll see the famous structures from the French colonial era, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office, which showcase the city's historical heritage.

Afterward, you'll visit the Influential War Remnants Museum, with its extensive, deeply emotional collection of both wars in Indochina and providing a valuable insight into the region's history. At around 12pm, the tour ends, and you will be dropped off at your hotel or designated meeting point.

If you also chose the afternoon option, you'll continue the trip at 1pm with a visit to Cholon and Thien Hau Pagoda located in Chinatown. You'll then reach Bach Dang wharf. During the water bus trip, you will have a unique view of the city's most typical commercial buildings including Vinhomes Central Park urban area, majestic Landmark 81 tower, Bitexco financial building, green district 2 peace. Discover the soul of the Saigon River by water bus, a more accurate look at the land that was once known as Paris Indochina or the Pearl of Indochina. At 6pm, you'll return to hotel or original meeting point.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • check Tour guide
  • check Bottled water
What's not included
  • x_not_included Health/travel insurance
  • x_not_included Attractions tickets other than mentioned
Where
Meeting point:
You can be picked up in the central area of District 1, including hotels located on the following roads: Ly Tu Trong, Le Thanh Ton, Truong Dinh, Nguyen An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Luu Van Lang, Le Anh Xuan, Dong Khoi, Nguyen Hue, Thi Sach, Thu Khoa Huan, Thai Van Lung, Mac Thi Buoi, Ho Huan Nghiep, Nguyen Thai Binh, Le Thi Hong Gam, Bui Thi Xuan, Suong Nguyet Anh, Nguyen Van Cu and Sign Child. Alternatively, meet directly at local operator's office in 177 De Tham, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, HCMC.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • children under 3 years of age

Not suitable:

  • due to uneven and steep surfaces, this activity is unsuitable for anyone who has difficulty walking

Know in advance:

  • you'll be asked to indicate your address during the booking process
  • you'll need to present a valid ID or a copy of your passport

Remember to bring:

  • you should bring sunglasses and sunscreen
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Provider
VN Lotus Travel
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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