Ho Chi Minh City History And Culture Half-day Tour

4.9 (16 reviews) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the vibrant culture and history of Ho Chi Minh City on this engaging tour. Visit significant landmarks, including the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Old Post Office. Explore the Thien Hau Pagoda in Chinatown, then conclude your journey at a lacquerware factory, witnessing the intricate craftsmanship of traditional Vietnamese products. Immerse yourself in the city's rich heritage and captivating stories.

Experience Highlights:
Historical Insights: Explore the powerful exhibits at the War Remnants Museum, revealing the impacts of war.
Architectural Wonders: Visit iconic landmarks like Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Post Office, showcasing French colonial architecture.
Cultural Richness: Discover the beauty of Thien Hau Pagoda in vibrant Chinatown.
Artisan Craftsmanship: Witness the intricate process of traditional lacquerware production at a local factory.

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Group Tour (max 10 pax/group)

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What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City Center
  • Transportation with air-conditioning
  • Travel insurance
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Entrance fees
  • English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
  • Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
  • Tipping for local guides

What to expect

  1. Ho Chi Minh City
    Pass by
    Ho Chi Minh City is the largest, busiest and most exciting city in Vietnam. It is also filled with intrigue and culture. Ho Chi Minh City is considered as a “blending mixture of culture” city in Vietnam. You can discover a lot of interesting things through people’s daily life. Founded and developed over 300 years, today, Ho Chi Minh City is a fascinating tourist spot with various cultural and historical features
  2. War Remnants Museum
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Operated by the Ho Chi Minh City government, an earlier version of this museum opened on September 4, 1975, as the Exhibition House for US and Puppet Crimes.
    In 1995, following the normalization of diplomatic relations with the United States and end of the US embargo a year before, the references to "war crimes" and "aggression" were dropped from the museum's title as well; it became the War Remnants Museum
  3. The Independence Palace
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Independence Palace, also publicly known as Reunification Convention Hall , built on the site of the former Norodom Palace, is a landmark in Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon), Vietnam. It was designed by architect Ngô Viết Thụ and was the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. During the Fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975, it was the site of the end of the Vietnam War, when a North Vietnamese Army tank crashed through its gates.
  4. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon is a cathedral located in the downtown of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Established by French colonists who initially named it the Church of Saigon (French: l'Eglise de Saïgon), the cathedral was constructed between 1863 and 1880. The name Notre-Dame Cathedral has been used since 1959. It has two bell towers, reaching a height of 58 meters (190 feet).
  5. Ba Thien Hau Temple
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Thien Hau Pagoda in Cho Lon - a Chinese-style temple located on Nguyen Trai Street in Cho Lon (China Town) - District 5, dedicated to Thien Hau, the Lady of the Sea, also known as “Mazu” (“Tian Hou” in Chinese).
  6. Saigon Central Post Office
    10m
    Saigon Central Post Office is a post office in the downtown Ho Chi Minh City, near Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, the city's cathedral. The building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century. It counts with Gothic, Renaissance and French influences. It was constructed between 1886 and 1891 and is now a tourist attraction
  7. 20m
    Our last stop is Vietnamese lacquerware factory where you can observe the process of making these traditional Vietnamese products.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pick-up and drop-off in HCMC Center (District 1,3,5,10, Phu Nhuan)

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
  • Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old

Cancellation policy

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

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