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Phu My Port Shore Excursion

The Best of Ho Chi Minh City

Make the most of your Phu My port call with a complete private journey through colonial landmarks, bustling downtown streets, and historic highlights at your own comfortable pace.

Meeting Point Directly at Ship Gangway
Duration Full Day (Timed to Cruise Schedule)
Guarantee 100% Back-to-Ship On-Time
Timed Shore Itinerary

What Your Day Ashore Looks Like

Direct transfer from Phu My Port to central Saigon via private expressway, structured for operational reliability.

7:30 AM

Depart from port

Your licensed English-speaking guide and private driver wait right where you step off the ship. With pre-arranged port gate permissions secured in advance, you bypass industrial shuttle queues and depart immediately via private expressway to Ho Chi Minh City.

09:15 AM

Jade Emperor Pagoda

Step inside an active Taoist temple built by the Cantonese community in 1909. Observe intricate wood carvings, statues of deities, and the peaceful tortoise sanctuary.

10:00 AM

War Remnants Museum

Examine chronological photographic exhibitions detailing modern history, alongside an outdoor courtyard featuring preserved historical aircraft and armor.

11:00 AM

Presidential Palace

Tour the preserved 1970s reception halls, cabinet rooms, and executive quarters. Descend into the subterranean command bunkers to see original communication switchboards and operational maps used during the Vietnam War.

12:15 PM

Traditional Vietnamese Lunch Stop

Sit down for a relaxing lunch at a well-established local restaurant, featuring traditional regional dishes, fresh ingredients, and local refreshments.

01:15 PM

Ben Thanh Market

Walk through Saigon's central covered marketplace. Your guide assists with navigating local vendor stalls offering textiles, lacquerware, coffee, and regional crafts.

02:15 PM

Old French Quarter & Dong Khoi Street

Drive past French colonial landmarks including the Central Post Office designed by Gustave Eiffel, the Notre Dame Cathedral exterior, and the Saigon Opera House, before walking down historic Dong Khoi Street.

02:45 PM

Free Time

Enjoy personal time to browse local art galleries, relax at a sidewalk cafe, or purchase souvenirs along the downtown strip.

3:30 PM

Drive back to port

Board your private air-conditioned vehicle for a smooth, direct expressway transfer back to the Phu My Port gangway, ensuring ample buffer before your ship's all-aboard time.

5:30 PM

Arrival back at port

Arrive safely back at the Phu My Port gangway with comfortable time to spare before your vessel's scheduled departure, backed by our 100% on-time back-to-ship guarantee.

The above suggested itinerary can be completely customized to your ship's docking and departure time and crafted to ensure your expectations answered.
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What's Included & Excluded

Everything required for a seamless, secure day ashore is covered from start to finish.

Included in Price

  • Direct private pickup and drop-off at the Phu My Port gangway
  • Official port entry permissions and terminal gate clearance
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with dedicated professional driver
  • Licensed private English-speaking tour guide
  • All admission tickets for scheduled stops
  • Traditional sit-down Vietnamese lunch
  • Cold mineral water and refreshing towels in the vehicle
  • 100% Back-to-Ship On-Time Guarantee

Not Included

  • Personal shopping, souvenirs, and extra snacks
  • Tipping for guide and driver (optional)
  • Travel or medical insurance
✓ Back-to-Ship Guarantee ✓ Port Gate Passes Included ✓ No Port, No Pay Policy

Book Your Shore Excursion

Submit your ship details and port date below. Our operations desk will cross-reference your docking schedule and confirm via email.

Base Rate Per Person $189 / 1 guest
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