Small-group Saigon City Tour: 1-day Must-See Icons & Cyclo Ride
Overview
• Learn about the Vietnam War at the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum
• Admire the French colonial architecture of Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office.
• Visit to Jade Emperor Pagoda
• Explore the old quarter of Saigon by visiting Chợ-lớn (China Town).
• Local experience with riding a cyclo throughout alleys and local markets.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Small-group tour ensures personalized attention
• Admire the French colonial architecture of Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office.
• Visit to Jade Emperor Pagoda
• Explore the old quarter of Saigon by visiting Chợ-lớn (China Town).
• Local experience with riding a cyclo throughout alleys and local markets.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Small-group tour ensures personalized attention
Inclusions
- Air-conditional minivan transfer
- Cyclo transfer as itinerary
- Vietnamese English-speaking guide
- 5-course Vietnamese Lunch
- Drinking water (02 bottles of 500ml/Person)
- Local taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in District 1)
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - War Remnants Museum
- Entry/Admission - Independence Palace
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Asiana Link Travel, 60 Ton That Dam Street, District 1 On corner of Ham Nghi & Ton That Dam Street, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Saigon as the city is still frequently referred to be Vietnam’s largest city. It is a fast-paced city full of contrasts as street vendors selling fruit and vegetables can be seen next to glitzy western-style bars and boutiques. Saigon’s history is only 300 years old. In 1859 the city was captured by the French and became the capital of Indochina. From 1956 until its dramatic demise in April 1975 it was the capital of the US-backed Republic of Vietnam. This FULL day city tour unravels Saigon’s turbulent past and also provides a glimpse into the fascinating variety the city has to offer.
Stop At: Independence Palace, Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
We will visit the following places of interest in the morning:
The Reunification Palace: Here on April 30th, 1975 the Vietnam War officially ended when tank number 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: War Remnants Museum, 28 Vo Van Tan Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
War Remnants Museum: Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem’ exhibit is particularly touching, dedicated to both foreign and Vietnamese journalists and photographers who perished during the conflict. The courtyard outside contains the spoils of war, namely rusting jets, tanks and cannons captured from the American military machine.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, 01 Cong xa Paris Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. Remarkably every stone used in its creation was shipped from France to Vietnam. Her two 40m towers, topped with iron spires dominate the city’s skyline.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Central Post Office, 125 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam
The Old Post Office is another example of French colonial architecture and is also the country’s largest post office.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Emperor Jade Pagoda, 73 Mai Thi Luu, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Jade Emperor Pagoda: Built in 1909 in honor of the supreme Taoist god, this is one of the most spectacularly atmospheric temples in HCMC, stuffed with statues of phantasmal divinities and grotesque heroes. The pungent smoke of incense fills the air, obscuring the exquisite woodcarvings.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Binh Tay Market, 57 Thap Muoi, Ward 2, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
After lunch at a local restaurant; we’ll take a cyclo to some of the bustling markets where Sài Gòn life thrives: Flower market, pet market, and second-hand market, even the market where accessories and parts for motorcycles are sold… and Bình Tây wholesale market, one of the biggest markets in Hồ Chí Minh city.
Your visit to Thiên-hậu temple, to gain insights into Vietnamese spiritual practices, will be the perfect finale for this enlightening and entertaining tour!
Your driver will complete the excursion by taking you back to your hotel (District 1 only) or drop-off somewhere at city center as request.
Duration: 45 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Asiana Link Travel, 60 Ton That Dam Street, District 1 On corner of Ham Nghi & Ton That Dam Street, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Saigon as the city is still frequently referred to be Vietnam’s largest city. It is a fast-paced city full of contrasts as street vendors selling fruit and vegetables can be seen next to glitzy western-style bars and boutiques. Saigon’s history is only 300 years old. In 1859 the city was captured by the French and became the capital of Indochina. From 1956 until its dramatic demise in April 1975 it was the capital of the US-backed Republic of Vietnam. This FULL day city tour unravels Saigon’s turbulent past and also provides a glimpse into the fascinating variety the city has to offer.
Stop At: Independence Palace, Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
We will visit the following places of interest in the morning:
The Reunification Palace: Here on April 30th, 1975 the Vietnam War officially ended when tank number 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: War Remnants Museum, 28 Vo Van Tan Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
War Remnants Museum: Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem’ exhibit is particularly touching, dedicated to both foreign and Vietnamese journalists and photographers who perished during the conflict. The courtyard outside contains the spoils of war, namely rusting jets, tanks and cannons captured from the American military machine.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, 01 Cong xa Paris Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. Remarkably every stone used in its creation was shipped from France to Vietnam. Her two 40m towers, topped with iron spires dominate the city’s skyline.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Central Post Office, 125 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam
The Old Post Office is another example of French colonial architecture and is also the country’s largest post office.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Emperor Jade Pagoda, 73 Mai Thi Luu, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Jade Emperor Pagoda: Built in 1909 in honor of the supreme Taoist god, this is one of the most spectacularly atmospheric temples in HCMC, stuffed with statues of phantasmal divinities and grotesque heroes. The pungent smoke of incense fills the air, obscuring the exquisite woodcarvings.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Binh Tay Market, 57 Thap Muoi, Ward 2, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
After lunch at a local restaurant; we’ll take a cyclo to some of the bustling markets where Sài Gòn life thrives: Flower market, pet market, and second-hand market, even the market where accessories and parts for motorcycles are sold… and Bình Tây wholesale market, one of the biggest markets in Hồ Chí Minh city.
Your visit to Thiên-hậu temple, to gain insights into Vietnamese spiritual practices, will be the perfect finale for this enlightening and entertaining tour!
Your driver will complete the excursion by taking you back to your hotel (District 1 only) or drop-off somewhere at city center as request.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- This tour requires minimum 2 participants for the first booking.
- Stroller accessible
- We pick up guests at several hotels; your hotel might be the first, so please be ready at your hotel lobby by 7:30am, and we’ll come to your door as soon as we can.
- Service animals allowed
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Near public transportation
- Only one under-five free admission per family
- Infants must sit on laps
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 90 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Carolethompson66
January 2020
Chris- friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, funny, nothing too much trouble, great communicator. All round great guy. Cyclo - excellent, exciting and safe experience.
Chris- friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, funny, nothing too much trouble, great communicator. All round great guy. Cyclo - excellent, exciting and safe experience.valecianod
December 2019
The Tour with laughing was very nice. He showes us cute an interesting places in Saigon. Thank you very munch
The Tour with laughing was very nice. He showes us cute an interesting places in Saigon. Thank you very munchHelloStranger03
December 2019
Tri was very nice and accomodating! He did a good job with showing us around and talking about the history of the places we visited. Thanks again for the fun tour!
Tri was very nice and accomodating! He did a good job with showing us around and talking about the history of the places we visited. Thanks again for the fun tour!satadrus2019
December 2019
Our tour experience was great-we got to see all the major sights of Ho Chi Minh City in just 4 hours, which was great as we were looking for something quick. The tour guide, Chris was very friendly, funny and willing to provide us information on just about anything. My only wish is that they let ...
Our tour experience was great-we got to see all the major sights of Ho Chi Minh City in just 4 hours, which was great as we were looking for something quick. The tour guide, Chris was very friendly, funny and willing to provide us information on just about anything. My only wish is that they let us spend a little more time in the war remnants museum - its a site that deserves your full attention and as much time as you can give it. Overall great experience seeing the sights around the citygillianr972
December 2019
Our tour guide Chris is very approachable with a sense of humor. Interesting person and he knows his history. I eould definitely recommend him to my friends... Good job Chris.. take care...gillian tivera
Our tour guide Chris is very approachable with a sense of humor. Interesting person and he knows his history. I eould definitely recommend him to my friends... Good job Chris.. take care...gillian tiverazthammav
December 2019
Tom was a fantastic guide. His English is perfect. He was easy to talk to and was responsive to all our questions. The ride with the cyclo was thrilling. Never had such an experience before, where we got to cruise through different districts while coming close to close with cars and motorbikes. H...
Tom was a fantastic guide. His English is perfect. He was easy to talk to and was responsive to all our questions. The ride with the cyclo was thrilling. Never had such an experience before, where we got to cruise through different districts while coming close to close with cars and motorbikes. Highly fun for couples. Highly recommend. Thank you again Tom! For a knowledgeable person to guide you through the city of Saigon, Tom is your guy!