From Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-day Tour

Ever wanted to spontaneously book a tour on the same day you take it? This short walking tour will have you exploring the streets of Saigon in search of some of its most authentic and delicious gastronomic delights – in just two hours! This is perfect if you only have a couple of hours to spare. You can also choose from multiple start times for a time that suits you. One of the best ways to experience a country’s culture is through its food. Vietnam plays around with and achieves a delicate balance between a variety of spices and fresh ingredients. Eating in Vietnam is truly a feast for the senses in every possible way – from picking up your food with your hands to smelling the aromatic ingredients in a dish to hearing the crunch when you take a bite and tasting the unique flavor of every dish. In this tour, your friendly foodie guide will take you to some of the best places to get authentic Vietnamese food. You’ll sample dishes such as grilled octopus, grilled beef with lemongrass and cheese, grilled rice pancakes, steamed stuffed snails with pork, and more. What better way to experience Vietnamese cuisine than by walking through the busy streets with a foodie local as your guide?

This full-day tour takes you from Ho Chi Minh city to two popular attractions: Cu Chi Tunnels, and the Mekong Delta.  Be picked up at your central hotels in Ho Chi Minh city and head to Cu Chi Tunnels. After 1.5 hours ride, we arrive at the tunnels where you will get a chance to learn about the fascinating history and significance of the tunnels during the Vietnam War. You will have the opportunity to crawl distances of the tunnels, try your hand at the shooting range, and witness the intricate network of underground tunnels and traps that played a significant role in the war. After exploring the tunnels, we'll head to a local restaurant for lunch to try some of the delicious local Vietnamese cuisine (vegan food available). After lunch, we'll head to My Tho to explore the Mekong Delta. You'll get a glimpse into the daily life of the locals as we take a boat ride down the Mekong River, where you can enjoy the picturesque scenery of the surrounding countryside. We will then take a sampan ride through the small waterways with coconut palms line both sides, where you can experience the rural lifestyle, stop by the bee house to enjoy some local fruits and honey tea, listen to a live local music performance performed by the villagers. We'll wrap up our day and head back to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon and be taken back to your hotel. This is a unique opportunity to experience some of the best Southern Vietnam has to offer, with a mix of history, culture, and natural beauty all in one day.

Discover the verdant beauty of the Mekong Delta on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Travel in an air-conditioned minivan or bus and board a motorboat for a ride through islands on the Tien River. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda and enjoy a local lunch in an orchard. Depart from your Ho Chi Minh City hotel and head to the Mekong Delta. Pass by green rice fields before arriving at the beautiful rural My Tho. Along the way, visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, a famous Buddhist temple located in My Tho. Admire the unique architecture of this historic site, which features a blend of Vietnamese, Khmer, and Chinese influences. Go by motorized boat on the Tien River to the Tortoise islet and the Dragon, Phoenix, and Unicorn Islet. The journey takes you through tranquil fruit orchards, verdant rice paddies, and rustic villages where you can observe the daily lives of locals. Walk into the village, where you can visit a local fruit garden and enjoy the tropical fruit while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by islanders. Next, head to the riverside for a sampan riding experience, gliding along the intricate waterways with coconut palms line both sides. This is a chance to witness the region's rural life up close. Visit the bee house and taste some honey tea. Lunch will be served right in the heart of the orchard garden. Take the boat cruise to Ben Tre province - the land of coconuts where you can tour a coconut farm and witness the process of making coconut candy, rice paper, and other coconut-based products.. As the sun sets, travel back to Ho Chi Minh City, with a newfound appreciation for the natural beauty and cultural significance of the Mekong Delta.  

Get the perfect introduction to Saigon life on this half-day guided tour. Zip through the traffic on the back of a motorbike in a group no larger than 5. Explore the bustling streets, colorful markets, and must-see highlights to hidden alleyways, and ancient apartments. Combo City Highlights & Saigon Unseen itinerary: Explore beautiful local alleyways where Vietnamese families work, live, and socialize. Visit the famous Chinatown - the biggest and oldest in the world – where you will find out more about the traditional values and the lifestyles of the mixed cultures in Saigon. Discover city highlights such as the French Quarter's Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. Admire the architecture of the Saigon Opera House, the city hall of the city, Nguyen Hue Walking Street and have a great photo with beautiful apartment cafes. Uncover hidden gems of the city such as the The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument. Explore Ho Thi Ky Wholesale Flower Market - the largest flower market in the city. Explore the Cambodian Market with a cold drink and snack Visit the Thien Hau Pagoda (Mother of Sea) which was built by the Chinese in 1760 in order to bring their religious beliefs to Viet Nam. On the way back to your hotel pass by Nguyen Trai street located in district 5 which is famous for hundreds of fashion shops along the street.

Ever wanted to spontaneously book a tour on the same day you take it? This short walking tour will have you visiting the historical landmarks known as the War Remnants Museum and the Reunification or Independence Palace in just two hours! This is perfect if you only have a couple of hours to spare. You can also choose from multiple start times for a time that suits you. Want to learn about the history of Vietnam and the impact the Vietnam War had on the Vietnamese? The War Remnants Museum and the Independence Palace are two significant structures that tell a comprehensive side of history from the Vietnamese perspective. Spend an hour in the War Remnants Museum and walk through the numerous exhibits that contextualize the varied war atrocities. Then you’ll head over to the Independence Palace, a landmark government building that is associated with the fall of Saigon in 1975. Go on a guided tour with a friendly and knowledgeable guide who will help you explore these two historic spots in Ho Chi Minh. Understand the Vietnamese perspective on the Vietnam War as you wander through the deeply moving yet grisly exhibits in the War Remnants Museum and marvel at the interiors and structure of the Independence Palace.