HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR IN ONE DAY 

Ho Chi Minh City or former-named Saigon is the most modern city in Vietnam, the city surrounds the Saigon River and is known for its well-preserved French colonial architecture and vibrant street life. There are a variety of cultural institutions including historical landmarks, walking streets, museum and galleries here. A private tour on one day with Ecolux Vietnam will help you cover almost highlights and enjoying this bustling atmosphere here.

Itinerary:

08.30 Pick up at your hotel.

Start your Saigon Full Day city tour by visiting two iconic architectural landmarks the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office built between 1877 and 1883 by renowned designer Gustav Eiffel. The cathedral still remains an active church with services each day and is favoured backdrop for Vietnamese wedding photographs.

From the cathedral, take a short stroll along Dong Khoi Street to the Opera House. From a bomb shelter to housing the parliamentary Lower House, the Opera House has had an interesting history. Restored in 1995 the Opera House has returned to its roots and is once again a theatre.

Lunch at local restaurant

Next, visit the Reunification Palace, once a symbol of the South Vietnamese Government. It was here on 30 April 1975, that the war ended when a North Vietnamese Army tank crashed through its gates. See the war room, the banquet hall and the presidential office with the unusual gifts which have been received. In the afternoon continue on to the War Remnants Museum. Here, your guide will tell the story of the city’s darkest and most tragic hours during the Vietnam War. The museum contains displays of military aircraft, weaponry and many photographs – some that are quite graphic in nature.

Head to Cholon the city’s Chinatown and Thien Hau Pagoda which is dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. With intricate friezes, carved tableaus and impressive incense coils make for some great photos. Then observe local life at Ben Thanh market, where you can find a lot of souvenirs for your family and friends as well as local food to enjoy.

Say good bye driver and guide, you will come back your hotel and taking a rest.