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Ho Chi Minh City within 8 hours
Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) is a fast paced city with a unique mix of French colonial architecture, Chinese influences, a modern entrepreneurial spirit and numerous temples. On this tour, you will take in the highlights of Ho Chi Minh starting with an exploration of Giac Lam pagoda, built in the 17th century and is considered as the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Continue to Chinatown to visit Cho Lon to see the locals bartering for wares. Continue to Nha Rong wharf where Ho Chi Minh first left Vietnam in 1911. Your final stop before lunch is at the Ben Thanh Market, where you can practice your language skills and barter for goods. Its original location was close to the Ben Nghe River before being destroyed in 1859 during the French invasion of Saigon. It was rebuilt and moved to its present location in 1899. Enjoy lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant where your guide will explain the local specialties. After lunch, you will visit the War Remnants Museum which was originally opened in September 1975. It displays old military equipment and other related items from the Vietnam War. Continue on foot past the historical Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the General Post office and the Opera house which are all beautiful examples of architecture from the French colonial period. At the end, you will be free to continue exploring the area or your guide will assist you in getting a taxi back to your hotel.
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City
History /Culture
8 hours
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Begin your trip by visiting Giac Lam pagoda, one of the oldest pagoda in the city.
Continue to Chinatown to visit Cho Lon markets.
Continue to Nha Rong wharf.
Bargain for souvenirs, clothing and gifts at the Ben Thanh Market
Enjoy lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant.
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See examples of the French colonial period of Saigon with visits to War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office and Opera house
Hotel drop off in a air-conditioned mini-van
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Traveling in a small group, maximum 12 passengers allowing a unique and intimate adventure experience
Hotels In Ho Chi Minh City
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Equatorial Hotel
- From $121
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Renaissance Riverside Saigon
- From $150
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Caravelle Hotel
- From $207
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Windsor Plaza Hotel
- From $94
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Grand Hotel
- From $130
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