Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown
Discover Saigon's iconic landmarks on a meticulously crafted day tour. Multiple viewpoints are offered, showcasing historical gems, vibrant streetscapes, and the serene Saigon River. A unique river perspective, often overlooked, is provided via a scenic water bus journey. Vietnamese and Chinese cultural influences are explored within this dynamic metropolis. Personalized attention is guaranteed in small groups (maximum 15 participants). Authentic Vietnamese cuisine and coffee are sampled at handpicked local eateries. Souvenirs are provided; complimentary TNK TRAVEL postcards are distributed at the historic Central Post Office. Engaging historical narratives and local stories are shared by expert English-speaking guides.
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Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown
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The Independence Palace
Discover Ho Chi Minh City's captivating blend of past and present. Begin your journey at the impressive Reunification Palace, a significant site where the fall of Saigon in 1975 was witnessed. Its meticulously maintained interiors and distinctive 1960s architecture are admired by visitors. Engrossing narratives of this building's crucial part in Vietnam's unification are provided by knowledgeable guides. A rich historical experience awaits.
Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral
Saigon's historic core houses the Notre Dame Cathedral, its Neo-Romanesque exterior a breathtaking sight. French-imported materials were used in its construction, a testament to architectural skill. While interior viewing is temporarily unavailable because of renovations, its imposing presence powerfully symbolizes the city's colonial past.
Central Post Office
A Gustave Eiffel-designed masterpiece, the Central Post Office stands nearby. Its soaring ceilings and elaborate architecture, a harmonious blend of European grace and Vietnamese influences, are captivating. This operational historical landmark invites exploration. Complimentary TNK TRAVEL Group postcards, ideal keepsakes or thoughtful greetings for loved ones, are provided to visitors, offering a tangible memory of their Saigon experience.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Travel insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
* Pick up and transfer to the centrally located hotel/accommodation in District 1 (except Đa Kao Ward, Tan Dinh Ward) from the following streets: Lý Tự Trọng, Lê Thánh Tôn, Trương Định, Nguyễn An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Lưu Văn Lang, Lê Anh Xuân, Đồng Khởi, Nguyễn Huệ, Thi Sách, Thái Văn Lung, Mạc Thị Bưởi, Hồ Huấn Nghiệp, Nguyễn Thái Bình, Lê Thị Hồng Gấm, Bùi Thị Xuân, Sương Nguyệt Anh, and Ký Con. * If you are not staying on any of the above streets, please make your own way to the meeting point (112 Trần Hưng Đạo Street, District 1, Hồ Chí Minh City). * The pickup time in the above-prescribed ranges varies according to the position of the customers’ hotels or the required pickup points. * Show the mobile or printed voucher to the staff before commencing the activity.
Meeting / End Points
- Meeting point is located in the backpacker area and recommended to come is a taxi or Car. The meeting point: Anh Ngoại restaurant. Address is: 112 Trần Hung Đao Street, Ward Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.