Saigon City Stay - 3 day tour

PRIVATE TOUR: See the best of Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon, with a 3 day city stay taking in historic sites like the Reunification Palace and colonial landmarks like the Notre Dame Cathedral with plenty of time to shop at the Ben Thanh Market and sample Vietnamese delicacies.

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Trip Highlights

Saigon - Explore what is now known as Ho Chi Minh City and a thriving metropolis in south Vietnam

Notre Dame Cathedral - Visit one of the last remaining colonial relics of Catholicism 

Ben Thanh Market - Wander around the city's largest shopping destination and perfect for souvenirs

Reunification Palace - See this important landmark that witnessed the end of the Vietnam War

Saigon Post Office - Marvel at the stunning colonial architecture and a fully functional post office 

Pho Tay District - Stroll through the bright lights and fun nights with street side cafes and bars

Included

Breakfast daily

2 nights 4 star hotel (3 and 5 star hotel options available - please enquire)

All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

Airport arrival transfer on day 1

Guided sightseeing on day 2 conducted by a local English speaking specialist guide

Entrance fees to all included sites

Not Included

International flights and visa

Departure airport transfer

Tipping - An entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City and the south of Vietnam! This bustling metropolis, which is still commonly referred to as Saigon, is jam packed with historic landmarks, busy markets and enticing street stalls making it an excellent city break destination. Arriving into Ho Chi Minh international airport you'll be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel for check in (from 2pm onwards - early check in available at additional cost). Remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2

City sightseeing

Spend the day exploring Ho Chi Minh City accompanied by an English-speaking local guide who will share the history of this compelling city. First up is the Reunification Palace, so named as it was from here that north and south Vietnam were reunited after the Vietnam War. It's now a museum where you can visit the “War Room” from where the South Vietnamese forces were controlled, and most poignantly, the room where the North Vietnamese army took official control in 1975.

Nearby stands the Neo-Romanesque form of the Notre Dame Cathedral, a major centre of Catholicism in modern day Vietnam. Close to here is the wonderful Saigon Central Post Office, built during French colonial rule with a stunning vaulted roof and arched windows. From here proceed to the sprawling Ben Thanh Market, packed to the rafters with all manner of goods from food to clothes with plenty of typically Vietnamese souvenirs including conical hats and lacquer ware.

The day concludes with a stroll around the bustling area of Pho Tay, known as 'Streets of Foreigners' thanks to its popularity with backpackers from around the world. Here you can sample some of Vietnam's delicious snacks and street food from noodle soups to savoury pancakes. Perhaps grab a seat at one of the corner cafes and a cold beverage for a bit of people watching in the city.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City | Breakfast

Day 3

Ho Chi Minh City

Today marks the end of touring arrangements. Make your way to the airport when you are ready.
Breakfast

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. If travelling solo, an additional ‘1-person’ supplement will apply, contact us for details.