TOUR ITINERARY:

(8:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Or (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

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• 1:00 PM:

  • Hotel Pickup: Convenient pickup from your hotel lobby in a private 4-seater car/7-seater car (or larger vehicles if needed with a bigger group). Your English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the tour.

• 1:20 PM:

  • Reunification Palace: Visit the Reunification Palace, the former home and workplace of the President of the Republic of Vietnam. Learn about its historical significance, especially the April 30, 1975, that marked the fall of Saigon, the end of the Vietnam War.

• 2:00 PM:

  • Central Park & Notre Dame Cathedral: Take a short walk to Central Park, where you can observe local life, including young Vietnamese enjoying coffee and possible street performances.
    Next, visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a must-see Roman Catholic cathedral in the heart of Saigon, known for its stunning French colonial architecture.

• 2:30 PM:

  • Central Post Office: Explore the Central Post Office, a beloved landmark with a rich history and beautiful French colonial architecture. It’s still a functional institution and a popular stop for both tourists and locals.

• 3:00 PM:

  • Emperor Jade Pagoda: Conclude your cultural exploration at the Jade Emperor Pagoda, a 100-year-old temple built by the local Chinese Cantonese community. The pagoda is filled with statues of Taoist gods and is one of the most atmospheric temples in the city.

• 4:00 PM:

  • War Remnants Museum: The War Remnants Museum has been the most visited museum for many years in Saigon. To learn about the Vietnam War - a war of great political significance in modern world history - many visitors, especially those from the West, have traveled to the museum to find out about how Vietnam could win a resounding victory over the US and the aftermath.

  • Return to Hotel: After a day of exploration, relax as you are driven back to your hotel - expected to arrive at 5:00 PM.