Private Half-Day Tour in Ho Chi Minh City: Explore Historical Sites and Local Markets
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Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Ho Chi Minh City on a private half-day tour. Explore historical sites, local markets, and learn about Vietnam's fascinating history.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • People’s Committee Building - Ho Chi Minh City’s rich history is encapsulated in its stunning French colonial structures and intricate Buddhist shrines and temples, predominantly located in the city’s heart. As a key tourist hub in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City presents a variety of tours and activities that appeal to a wide range of interests, budgets, and group sizes.

Embark on a journey to explore the vibrant history, customs, and culture of Ho Chi Minh City. Accompany your local guide through the historic lanes leading to majestic temples, lively markets, fine dining spots, and architectural marvels.

Your exploration begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel, taking you to your initial point of interest. Travel back to the wartime era to explore the Reunification Palace, and marvel at the French colonial grandeur of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office.

Continue to the War Remnants Museum to view an extensive collection of photographs honoring the memory of American and Vietnamese photographers and journalists who perished during the French and American wars. A highlight of our tour is the visit to the renowned Jade Emperor Pagoda, where you’ll gain insight into the religious practices and beliefs of the locals.

The tour then takes you to Ben Thanh Market, where you can immerse yourself in the everyday hustle and bustle of the city’s residents. Navigate through stalls brimming with handmade crafts and textiles, savor the scents of freshly prepared delicacies, and hear the melodic calls of the market vendors, before a comfortable ride returns you to your hotel.

What's Included
  • All entrance fees included
  • Guided tour with an English-speaking guide
  • Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Travel insurance coverage up to $5000 USD per case
What's Not Included
  • Tips/ gratuities, personal expenses
  • You will be collected around 5 - 7 USD/ each for picking outside of district 1
Additional Information
  • Explore the War Remnants Museum
  • Experience the sacred Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Behold the colonial heritage at the Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Engage with the historical culture of Ho Chi Minh City
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the venerable Reunification Palace
  • Discover the 18th-century architectural marvel of the General Post Office
  • Immerse in the dynamic ambiance of the local bazaar and navigate hidden alleys
  • Take a discovery journey through the vibrant Ben Thanh Market
  • Exhibit visit featuring classic military apparatus
  • Delve into Vietnam’s compelling history
  • Appreciate the classic colonial-era buildings
  • The remaining time is allotted for the travel time
  • Everyone can join this tour
Location
Rex Hotel
Đường Nguyễn Huệ
You will be picked up at your hotel which is located within district 1, Central of Ho Chi Minh city.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Leslie_r
Feb 8, 2024
Great Way to See the Highlights of Saigon - Excellent tour of the highlights of Saigon for 2 couples. Luc was very good at communicating by WhatsApp about the details. Our guide Casey was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We enjoyed learning about Vietnamese culture and history. We saw the important buildins and the War Museum. It was very nice to have a car and private tour guide!
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230ceciles
Jan 1, 2024
To do absolutely in HCM!!: complete private tour of HCM with private car - the tour was great you need absolutely to do it if you stay a short period in HCM. the tour is very complete and the best way to do it: private car and a private guide. luc was our guide and i strongly recommend him !! he is very very nice and you will spend a great time with him. thanks to him again!
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Megan
Oct 23, 2023
All of the must-see sites in Ho Chi Minh City with a great guide! - Luc was a great guide! He was knowledgeable and friendly. We got to see many of the sites we wanted to see in Ho Chi Minh City. I would definitely recommend!
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Mrknety
Sep 24, 2023
Very insightful and informative tour - Very insightful and interesting tour with our guide Luc. He is very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was bringing us to some of the key points in HCMC and helped us to understand better what happened to this country. Thank you Luc for your time, passion and as well very honest insights.
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Global779728
Feb 7, 2023
Stunning scenery, good food and amazing staff. - We stayed on the mini cruise boat for 2 nights at the end of January 23 at Halong Bay. This boat is beautiful. We had a balcony room, which I would recommend. The food was very good, and plentiful. The only down side was the cold, but I think we were unfortunate with the weather. This is a truly stunning place! Without exception the staff were brilliant. In particular, Tom, the guide was amazing. Unfortunately, I left a bag on the transfer boat as we were leaving. It had a brand new Kindle, Michael Kors coat, Sony headphones. Tom went above and beyond to get my bag back to me. A week later, it arrived at our hotel in Ho Chi Minh with all it's contents. A massive thank you to Tom and his team.
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Bassam_k
Jan 20, 2023
BK Ho Chi Minh City tour - Our tour guide, Mr Luc was very pleasant, knowledgable, and organized. He has excellent English, and very accommodating. We have enjoyed the trip very much with him.
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