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Explore the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City and the charm of the Mekong Delta on this full-day tour combining history, culture, authentic local experiences. Begin in Ho Chi Minh City with a visit to the War Remnants Museum to learn about Vietnam’s recent history. Continue sightseeing past the Independence Palace and stop at the Central Post Office, Saigon Opera House, Nguyen Hue Street, Thich Quang Duc Monument. Go beyond the main attractions to discover hidden corners of the city, including a secret wartime weapon bunker, the Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment complex, Ban Co Market, where you can observe everyday local life.
In the afternoon, travel to My Tho in the Mekong Delta for a relaxing boat trip along the Mekong River and narrow canals. Visit a tropical fruit garden to taste seasonal fruits, enjoy traditional southern Vietnamese folk music, sample honey tea with local snacks, a coconut candy factory in Ben Tre, stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup and drop-off are included for guests staying in Districts 1, 3, and 4. Guests coming from the countryside or Phu My and Hiep Phuoc ports will need to pay an extra fee for pickup or make their own way to the Opera House to join the tour.
Itinerary
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1War Remnants Museum
Learn about Vietnam’s recent history through powerful photographs, military equipment, and exhibits documenting the Vietnam War and its lasting impact. (Ticket entrance 40,000 vnd)
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
The Independence Palace (Pass by)
Independence Palace (Pass By) See the historic palace where the Vietnam War officially ended in 1975, an important symbol of national reunification.
Admission ticket free -
2Central Post Office
Visit one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most beautiful French colonial buildings, designed by Gustave Eiffel and still operating as the city’s main post office.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater) (Pass by)
Admire this elegant French-era landmark, a cultural icon located in the heart of the city.
Admission ticket free -
Nguyen Hue Street (Pass by)
Stroll along the city’s main pedestrian boulevard, a lively area surrounded by historic buildings, cafés, and modern city views.
Admission ticket free -
3The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
Visit the memorial honoring the Buddhist monk whose self-immolation in 1963 became a powerful symbol of peace and religious freedom.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Secret Weapons Cellar
Explore a hidden underground bunker used during the war to store weapons, offering insight into wartime strategies and resistance networks.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings
Walk through one of the oldest residential areas in Saigon and observe authentic local life away from tourist crowds.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Ban Co Market
Experience a bustling local market where residents shop for fresh produce, street food, and daily necessities.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7My Tho
Mekong River Boat Trip (My Tho): Cruise along the Mekong River and peaceful canals, passing coconut palms, fishing villages, and riverside homes. Tropical Fruit Garden: Taste a variety of seasonal tropical fruits freshly harvested from local orchards. Traditional Folk Music Performance: Enjoy live southern Vietnamese folk music (Don Ca Tai Tu), recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Honey Tea & Local Snacks: Visit a local home to sample natural honey tea served with traditional Mekong Delta snacks. Coconut Candy Factory (Ben Tre): Learn how coconut candy is handmade using traditional methods and enjoy tasting this popular Mekong specialty.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
8Vinh Trang Temple
Visit one of the largest pagodas in the Mekong Delta, known for its peaceful atmosphere and unique blend of Asian and European architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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