Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Phu My Port

Con Son, Vietnam
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Duration7h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the rich culture and fascinating history of Ho Chi Minh City on this all-day guided adventure. After convenient cruise port pickup, visit important landmarks and attractions like Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan with a private guide and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant included in the tour price.

What's included

  • English speaking Guide during the trip
  • Private transfer by car/van/bus up to group size with A/C
  • All entrance for sightseeing fees as program
  • Private Tour to explore Ho Chi Minh City
  • Pick up and drop off at the gate of the port (outside of the port)
  • Lunch with vietnamese dishes at local restaurant
  • Pick up inside the port (Extra pay 20 usd/ person)
  • Personal expenses, beverages and Tips

What to expect

  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    At 8:00 – 8h30AM: You’ll be picked up by our driver and guide outside of Phu My port (about 200m from the ship) in Vung Tau before transferring to Ho Chi Minh City, approximately drive for a 60km route.
  2. 30m · Admission ticket included
    10:00 am: We will start the tour at the crossing of Nguyen Hue and Le Loi streets, from where you can take in the views of the City Hall, the Opera House and the flower garden in front of the City Hall with the statue of Ho Chi Minh. Here you can experience the hectic daily life of the hospitable local people.
  3. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
    30m · Admission ticket included
    10:40 am, We will drive to the Notre Dame Cathedral, where you can visit the cathedral. The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon was built in 1880 as a sacred place belonging to French colonizers. This basilica features Gothic architecture, a red brick interior, towering bell towers, and impressive stained-glass windows. Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon (Nhà thờ Đức Bà Sài Gòn in Vietnamese), officially Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of The Immaculate Conception, occupies the bustling Paris Commune Square in the downtown of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  4. Saigon Central Post Office
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Next, you will witness the Saigon Central Post Office. It is also called Old Post Office, completed in 1891. It is an example of French architecture, with arched windows, wooden shutters, and a grand clock face on the front interior. Visitors can send postcards and admire the ornate interior of this working post office.
  5. Reunification Palace. Hcmc. Vietnam
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Walking further, you will face the Reunification Palace (or Independence Palace). The Saigon puppet government – the Republic of Vietnam used to work here. On April 30th, 1975, the Southern Liberation Army breached the Independence Palace gates, the Saigon government surrendered unconditionally. As a result, Vietnam truly became free and officially reunified since this moment
  6. War Remnants Museum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    12:30 pm: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving delicious Vietnamese food. 1:30 pm: after lunch, we will continue on the tour and visit the War Remnant Museum. This museum has been displaying remnants of the American phase of the Vietnam War since 1975 right after the war. War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City,, one of the most famous history museums in Vietnam, will transform and challenge your history knowledge about the Vietnam War.
  7. Ben Thanh Market
    1h · Admission ticket included
    By 2:30 pm: We will head to the Ben Thanh Market, the largest and most beautiful market in the city. Enjoy shopping for an hour at Ben Thanh Market before we drive back to the port. Ben Thanh Market is the most famous shopping destination for tourists in Ho Chi Minh City. It is a nice place to buy local handicrafts, branded items, Vietnamese art and other souvenirs. In addition to shopping, this oldest market in the city is also an attraction in itself.
  8. 1h · Admission ticket included
    After Ben Thanh Market, guests will get on private car go back to the port. You will arrive at the port after an hour and a half before the departure time of the ship. The tour ends at the port.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At 8:00 – 8h30AM: You’ll be picked up by our driver and guide outside of Phu My port (about 200m from the ship) in Vung Tau before transferring to Ho Chi Minh City, approximately a 1,5 hour drive

End point

At 8:00 – 8h30AM: You’ll be picked up by our driver and guide outside of Phu My port (about 200m from the ship) in Vung Tau before transferring to Ho Chi Minh City, approximately a 1,5 hour drive

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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