City: Ho Chi Minh City
Top Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City
Top Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City
Top 8 Archaeology Tours in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Vietnam's bustling largest city sets the cultural and economic pace for the country. The former Saigon boasts charming French colonial architecture and wide boulevards, usually thronged and choked with traffic. Taxis are an option for seeing the sprawling city. The War Remnants Museum shows the Vietnam War through Vietnamese eyes. Don't miss the impressive Jade Emperor Pagoda. Go to the frenetic Ben Thanh Market for food, flowers or frogs. Tour through the Mekong Delta, past rice paddies and houseboats.
Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City
1. PRIVATE: Cu Chi Tunnels Authentic Tour with a Local
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 63 reviews
Experience the authentic side of the vast tunnel network created by Viet Cong guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. Learn about the role of these underground channels, Vietnamese history & discover the daily life of rural southern Vietnam.
Inclusions: Private Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Entrance tickets
Exclusions: Extra food & drinks
Reviewed By Jet613332
This was a fantastic tour! Ram introduced us to some amazingly tasty vegan dishes which we would never have found ourselves. The food stops took us through a variety of interesting neighbourhoods in the heart of the city giving us a much greater insight into the real Saigon than any standard tourist tour. Ram is a mine of information about Vietnamese history and culture and we really enjoyed finding out more about daily life in Saigon. Very good value and highly recommended!
2. Cu Chi tunnel private tour
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
The tunnels of Cu Chi are an immense network of connecting underground tunnels located in the Cu Chi District of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), and are part of a much larger network of tunnels that underlie much of the country. The Củ Chi tunnels were the location of several military campaigns during the Vietnam War, and were the Viet Cong's base of operations for the Tết Offensive in 1968. The tunnels were used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous North Vietnamese fighters. The tunnel systems were of great importance to the Viet Cong in their resistance to American forces, and helped to counter the American military effort.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel/air-port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Personal Expenses, Tips, Beverages
Reviewed By BananasInPyjamas2012
Experienced good service and knowledge from the Viet Journey office down at the riverside, especially from Dona. We booked the dinner cruise which was good quality and also they booked overnight train tickets for us to Nha Trang plus a Nha Trang hotel. Tickets were even delivered to our hotel. Would definately recommend Viet Travel.
3. Historic Cu Chi Tunnel Half Day Tour
Located 60km from HCMC, Cu Chi is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese & foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens. Highlight: • Discover the hidden underground world of Vietnam's complicated network of tunnels • Learn about the complicated and incredibly inventive lives of the tunnel residents • Gain insight into the life in the area in both past and present on a Cu Chi Tunnels half day tour
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, English speaking tour guide
Exclusions: Gratuities (Recommended), Food and drink unless specified, All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusion list, Travel insurance
Reviewed By 232ke
Pro’s: - prompt pick up our hotel. - clean and safe vehicle, and well driven. Con’s: - Tour guide clearly had no idea of the strict rules in place at some of the venues e.g. that we could take photos outside of Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum. Told off by soldiers/guards multiple times. This shows a lack of understanding the rules and etiquette for someone who should be experienced. - Excuses were made when challenged. - Kept wandering off to get cash out. - Grasp of English limited and difficult to understand. Hard to engage and answer questions. - Trip seemed to finish very early (3hours), not really a half day tour.
4. Half Day : Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Soak in the atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City on a 4 hour tour. Explore the city and its key attractions and learn about Ho Chi Minh’s rich historical heritage. After a morning pick up from your hotel, head to the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace and Saigon Post Office. The highlights of the tour include beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon. Highlights: • Relive Saigon's French colonial era through its majestic structures • View the massive weapon collection at War Remnants Museum • Marvel at the French architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral • Delight in the grand arches and marble floors of Saigon Post Office
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
Exclusions: Drinks, tips, and personal expenses, Beverages, All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusion list, Travel insurance
Reviewed By 232ke
Pro’s: - prompt pick up our hotel. - clean and safe vehicle, and well driven. Con’s: - Tour guide clearly had no idea of the strict rules in place at some of the venues e.g. that we could take photos outside of Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum. Told off by soldiers/guards multiple times. This shows a lack of understanding the rules and etiquette for someone who should be experienced. - Excuses were made when challenged. - Kept wandering off to get cash out. - Grasp of English limited and difficult to understand. Hard to engage and answer questions. - Trip seemed to finish very early (3hours), not really a half day tour.
5. Ho Chi Minh City- Cu Chi Tunnel Full Day Tour
Tour the sites of Ho Chi Minh City and travel back in time on a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels with this full day tour that includes lunch. You'll see Notre Dame Cathedral and the famous Post office that was built during colonial times. Then tour the War Remnants Museum and the Reunification palace. Finally, you'll head outside of the city to the Cu Chi Tunnels, where you'll head far underground with a local guide and learn how thousands of people survived far below the earth's surface during the Vietnam War. Highlights: • Discover the best of Ho Chi Minh City and its surrounding areas with this full day tour • Visit some of the beautiful Notre Dame Basilica • Travel 2.5 hours to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels • Learn all about what the Viet Cong went through during the war
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water
Exclusions: Drinks, tips and personal expenses, Beverages, All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusion list, Travel insurance
Reviewed By 232ke
Pro’s: - prompt pick up our hotel. - clean and safe vehicle, and well driven. Con’s: - Tour guide clearly had no idea of the strict rules in place at some of the venues e.g. that we could take photos outside of Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum. Told off by soldiers/guards multiple times. This shows a lack of understanding the rules and etiquette for someone who should be experienced. - Excuses were made when challenged. - Kept wandering off to get cash out. - Grasp of English limited and difficult to understand. Hard to engage and answer questions. - Trip seemed to finish very early (3hours), not really a half day tour.
6. Saigon Vespa City Tour 2,5 hours
For you don't have much time in Saigon but just 2,5 hours we can take you to see over view of Saigon, see the most famous places in Saigon city, you will learn a lot of local culture and see the traffic in Saigon, With proffesional driver it fun and safe for you to see the city and we not only driver on the main road of the city also take you to see some thing different tourist never been and hear about ,like normal tour you never get there For 2,5 hours you can see over view of the city and know about how Saigon people living, come with us we will give you unforgettable experiences
Inclusions: tour guide, snack, vespa and driver, all entry fees, water,helmet
Exclusions: some thing not metion on above
Reviewed By Helpful-unicorn
We visited Vietnam for two weeks and this was the best tour during our stay. It’s a great way to see the real Saigon. I chickened out of the Vespa tour so our fabulous guide, Nana, arranged for us to travel by taxi. Nana is a warm, bubbly Vietnamese lady who is passionate about her work and Vietnam and speaks very good English. Nana introduced us to places where the locals go, the flower market, local eateries and the food and company were great. Don’t hesitated to book this tour, you won’t regret it.
7. Ho Chi Minh City With Cu Chi Tunnel Tour - Full Day
Tour the sites of Ho Chi Minh City and travel back in time on a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels with this full day tour that includes lunch. You'll see Notre Dame Cathedral and the famous Post office that was built during colonial times. Then tour the War Remnants Museum and the Reunification palace. Finally, you'll head outside of the city to the Cu Chi Tunnels, where you'll head far underground with a local guide and learn how thousands of people survived far below the earth's surface during the Vietnam War. Highlights: • Discover the best of Ho Chi Minh City and its surrounding areas with this full day tour • Visit some of the beautiful Notre Dame Basilica • Travel 2.5 hours to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels • Learn all about what the Viet Cong went through during the war
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation
Exclusions: All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusion list, Drinks, tips and personal expenses, Travel insurance, Beverages
Reviewed By 232ke
Pro’s: - prompt pick up our hotel. - clean and safe vehicle, and well driven. Con’s: - Tour guide clearly had no idea of the strict rules in place at some of the venues e.g. that we could take photos outside of Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum. Told off by soldiers/guards multiple times. This shows a lack of understanding the rules and etiquette for someone who should be experienced. - Excuses were made when challenged. - Kept wandering off to get cash out. - Grasp of English limited and difficult to understand. Hard to engage and answer questions. - Trip seemed to finish very early (3hours), not really a half day tour.
8. Ho Chi Minh Half Day City Tour - Private
Soak in the atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City on a 4 hour tour. Explore the city and its key attractions and learn about Ho Chi Minh’s rich historical heritage. After a morning pick up from your hotel, head to the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace and Saigon Post Office. The highlights of the tour include beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon. Highlights: • Relive Saigon's French colonial era through its majestic structures • View the massive weapon collection at War Remnants Museum • Marvel at the French architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral • Delight in the grand arches and marble floors of Saigon Post Office
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation
Exclusions: All service non-clearly mentioned in the inclusion list, Drinks, tips, and personal expenses, Travel insurance, Beverages
Reviewed By 232ke
Pro’s: - prompt pick up our hotel. - clean and safe vehicle, and well driven. Con’s: - Tour guide clearly had no idea of the strict rules in place at some of the venues e.g. that we could take photos outside of Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum. Told off by soldiers/guards multiple times. This shows a lack of understanding the rules and etiquette for someone who should be experienced. - Excuses were made when challenged. - Kept wandering off to get cash out. - Grasp of English limited and difficult to understand. Hard to engage and answer questions. - Trip seemed to finish very early (3hours), not really a half day tour.
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