Day 01
Saigon History, Colonial Landmarks and Chinatown
- 8:00 AM: Meet your guide at your hotel and get ready for the Saigon city tour.
- Explore the War Remnants Museum, a poignant testament to the American phase of the Vietnam War. Marvel at displays of vintage military equipment and other war-related artifacts, including an F5A fighter and a UH1-Huey helicopter that bring history to life.
- Step into the Reunification Palace, a century-old Presidential Office that witnessed the evolution of Ho Chi Minh City during peacetime and the Vietnam War. Gain a deeper appreciation of its historical significance as you explore its halls and rooms.
- Continue to the nearby French colonial area, stopping at the impressive Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral. Discover its magnificent neo-Romanesque architecture as you take in the tranquil atmosphere inside. At the opposite Central Post Office, one of the oldest buildings in Ho Chi Minh City, learn about this significant landmark - the busiest post office in Vietnam.
- Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, head to Chinatown, Vietnam's most prominent Chinese community. Visit Thien Hau Temple, a beautiful and spiritual Chinese temple with traditional architecture, and Binh Tay Market (Big Market), the biggest wholesale market in Saigon.
- End this Saigon day tour at your hotel or Ben Thanh Market, a lively market in central District 1, where your guide can help you barter for goods.
