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Tour Overview
- Duration:48 hours 0 minutes
- Travelers:2 - 18 guests
- Tour Type:Overland Tour
- Language:English
The Saigon Overland Shore Excursion (2 days/1 night) is an unforgettable journey for those whose cruise ship docks overnight at Phu My or Hiep Phuoc port in Ho Chi Minh City. This carefully curated experience reveals the enchanting essence of Saigon, allowing you to explore beyond the ordinary.
On Day 1, you will be welcomed at the cruise ship port gate and whisked away to your luxurious 5-star hotel (at your own arrangement) in the vibrant heart of the city. Here, the wonders of colonial architecture, delightful restaurants, and bustling markets are at your fingertips. Your adventure begins with a private tour in a vintage open-roofed Jeep, where a personal guide will unveil the historical treasures and hidden charms of this captivating city.
Day 2 dawns with the serene beauty of a rickshaw ride, allowing you to witness the sunrise as a new day unfolds. Embrace tranquility with a Tai Chi class, then indulge in a nourishing breakfast. Your exploration continues with a fascinating visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, followed by lunch at a picturesque riverside restaurant, all before returning to your cruise ship with cherished memories of an inspiring escape.
On Day 1, you will be welcomed at the cruise ship port gate and whisked away to your luxurious 5-star hotel (at your own arrangement) in the vibrant heart of the city. Here, the wonders of colonial architecture, delightful restaurants, and bustling markets are at your fingertips. Your adventure begins with a private tour in a vintage open-roofed Jeep, where a personal guide will unveil the historical treasures and hidden charms of this captivating city.
Day 2 dawns with the serene beauty of a rickshaw ride, allowing you to witness the sunrise as a new day unfolds. Embrace tranquility with a Tai Chi class, then indulge in a nourishing breakfast. Your exploration continues with a fascinating visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, followed by lunch at a picturesque riverside restaurant, all before returning to your cruise ship with cherished memories of an inspiring escape.
Tour Highlights
- Private scenic transfer from the cruise ship to Saigon downtown
- Discover the best of Saigon with a private expert guide in a vintage Jeep
- Take a panoramic drive through the old French headquarters on a rickshaw
- Join a private Tai Chi class with a famous Tai Chi master, an exclusive experience
- Tour the former Presidential Palace & War Remnants Museum
- Enjoy a refreshing drink inside an old headquarters of the CIA & USAID
- Explore the longest underground network, Cu Chi tunnels, since the 1940s
- Enjoy a delicious lunch by the riverside of the Saigon River with a local beer or any non-alcoholic drink
- Visit a local lacquerware store workshop in Cu Chi, if time permits
Includes/Excludes
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide escort for 2 days
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a professional friendly driver
- Entrance fees to attractions: Presidential Palace, War Remnants Museum & Cu Chi Tunnels
- Cold bottled mineral water & wet tissues during the tour
- Vietnamese set-lunch at a local riverside restaurant + 1 unit of drink: mineral water bollte / local beer
- Complimentary pick-up & drop-off at the cruise ship port gate
- Saigon Night Life Jeep Tour with an expert guide
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses during the tour
- Alcohol drinks at a restaurant
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Itinerary
Expand allDAY 1: PICK-UP AT THE PORT GATE & TRANSFER TO THE CITY DOWNTOWN
Your tour guide and driver will meet you at the port gate of your cruise ship terminal. Please look for a laminated A4 sign with your name on it. If you don't see your tour guide or driver, don't worry. Just let us know, and we will ask them to come to you right away.
TRANSFER TO YOUR HOTEL ON PRIVATE VEHICLE
Experience the convenience of a private transfer in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the vibrant heart of downtown Saigon, where your hotel awaits (own arrangement). As you embark on this journey, take a moment to share the hotel name and address with the guide upon meeting at the cruise ship port.
SAIGON NIGHT LIFE & FOODIE JEEP TOUR
Experience the best of Saigon at night on a private vintage Jeep with your guide, followed by stops to taste the local food.
DAY 2: PANORAMIC DRIVE THROUGH THE OLD FRENCH HEADQUARTERS ON RICKSHAW
Wake up early in the morning, hop on your rickshaw, take a panoramic ride through the old French headquarters, passing Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, the City Hall, Tao Dan Park, and General Westmoreland's residence.
JOIN A PRIVATE TAICHI CLASS WITH A LOCAL MASTER / EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
Join a private session of Tai Chi, instructed by master Dong and his students. Learn all the moves and practice breathing, then rehearse with all the masters before taking a test.
TOUR THE WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM
Visit the must-see War Remnants Museum in Saigon, featuring a collection of 20,000 documents of various types, including photos, videos, and other displayed documents.
VISIT FORMER PRESIDENTIAL PALACE
Explore the Presidential Palace, a powerful symbol of Vietnam's history and the reunification of the North and South. This architectural masterpiece has inspired admiration since the 1960s, crafted by Ngo Viet Thu, the first Vietnamese to achieve the prestigious Premier Grand Prix de Roma.
1.5HOUR SCENIC DRIVE TO CU CHI COUNTRYSIDE
Leave the bustling streets of Saigon behind for a scenic 1.5-hour drive to the countryside of Cu Chi. This is a perfect opportunity to relax and reflect on the information gathered during the morning tour of the city's highlights. Alternatively, you can stay awake and observe the unfolding life as you make your way out to the picturesque countryside of Saigon.
LUNCH AT BEN NAY RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT
Enjoy your lunch at a local riverside Vietnamese restaurant with the chef's recommended set menu. One unit of drink included.
VISIT THE HISTORIC CU CHI TUNNELS
Upon arriving at the Cu Chi Tunnels, you will embark on an extraordinary journey through the underground passageways. You'll gain insights into the remarkable events of the war through the Cu Chi map system and the diagrams of the tunnels. An optional screening of the Cu Chi propaganda documentary film, produced since 1966, is available for those who wish to deepen their understanding. After that, you will embark on a guided tour of the tunnels.
During this enlightening experience, you'll encounter the secret entrances used by Viet Cong leaders, various booby traps, the fighting trenches, the Hoang Cam kitchen, and the intricate underground tunnel system. With a guerrilla escort, you will have the unique opportunity to crawl through the tunnels, with distances of up to 100 meters, exploring these historic sites on your elbows and knees.
TOUR CONCLUDES / DRIVE BACK & DROP-OFF AT PORT GATE
Depart Cu Chi tunnels and drive back to your cruise ship. Tour concludes & drop-off.
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CAN YOU PICK US UP AT THE CRUISE SHIP GANGWAY?
Yes, there is an additional fee required by the port authority, which is 25$-$30 per guest, in addition to the tour price. To apply for the pick-up permit from the cruise ship gangway, we will need a scan of your passport, the details of your port of call, and your tour date. Most cruise ships provide shuttle buses that run from the gangway to the port gate every 15 to 30 minutes, so you can take the shuttle bus to the port gate if you don't want to pay for the port fee.
HOW MANY GUESTS CAN JOIN THE TOUR?
Each coach has a maximum of 18 guests, allowing our tour guide to provide personalized attention and increase interaction by answering questions during the tour. But if your group is more than 18 guests, you are still very welcome, then we will arrange a bigger bus to accommodate all guests. The more, the merrier.
DO YOU SERVE WATER ON BUS DURING THE TOUR?
We provide unlimited cold water and wet wipes during the tour. Just inform our tour guide, and you will be served—there's no limit on the amount of water you can drink. And sometimes, we prepare cold beer too.
HOW CAN WE FIND THE GUIDE & DRIVER AT THE PORT GATE?
Once you successfully book your tour, you will receive a hotline number that is available 24/7. You can call this number if you do not see the guide or driver when you arrive at the port gate.
IS TIPPING INCLUDED?
Tipping is not included in the tour price. If you are happy with our services, please don't hesitate to tip your tour guide and driver at the end of the trip for their outstanding work over the past 2 days.
Optional Added Services
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