Saigon Through The Lens Of A Local

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Tour Overview

Duration:8 hours 0 minutes
Travelers:6 guests
Tour Type:Day Tour
Language:English

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Ho Chi Minh City with a private guided tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for the entire day. Begin your adventure by delving into the vibrant heart of Chinatown in Saigon, featuring unique stops that elevate your experience. Relish a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, where a specially curated Vietnamese set menu awaits you. As you explore, wander through the historic colonial sites and enjoy a refreshing pause inside an old CIA/USAID building from the 1970s. Take the opportunity to shop at a local market, honing your bargaining skills before returning to your ship, enriched by the day’s discoveries.

Discover the Chinatown of Saigon with featured stops unlike others
Experience the daily life of locals with a stop at the local 500-year-old market and the century-old Buddha statues in the village
Take a rickshaw ride through the hidden areas of Chinatown to experience local culture
Explore the renowned colonial historical sites in the city downtown
Enjoy a delicious lunch with the Chef's recommended set lunch

Includes/Excludes

Experienced English-speaking tour guide escort
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a professional friendly driver
Rickshaw ride tour of 30 minutes through the Chinatown
Entrance fees to attractions
Cold bottled mineral water & wet tissues during the tour
Vietnamese set-lunch at a local restaurant + 1 unit of drink
Pick-up & drop-off at the cruise ship port gate

Gratuities
Personal expenses
Alcohol drinks

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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PICK-UP AT THE PORT GATE

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.

VISIT THE CENTURY-OLD BUDDHA-MAKING VILLAGE

You will take a 30-minute drive through bustling streets to a secluded village in Chinatown. Upon arrival, stroll through the area and observe locals crafting statues of Buddha. Feel free to interact with the residents, and if you wish, you can purchase these statues to take home with you.

WALK AROUND 500-YEAR-OLD PHUNG HUNG MARKET & STOP FOR A COFFEE

Take a stroll through the oldest wet market in Chinatown and visit a local coffee shop with 70 years of experience in uniquely roasting beans.

RICKSHAW ADVENTURE RIDE TO BINH TAY MARKET

Take a short walk from the market to the Ha Chuong Assembly Hall, then learn the local worship culture & spiritual daily life. Take a local rickshaw for a 30-minute ride through the hidden corners of Chinatown, ending at the local Binh Tay market.

LUNCH AT HOA TUC

Enjoy lunch at a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant with the chef's recommended set menu.

TOUR INSIDE FORMER PRESIDENTIAL PALACE & WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM

Visit the historic Presidential Palace of South Vietnam before April 30th, 1975 & the must-see War Remnants museum.

REFRESHMENT STOP AT FORMER CIA/USAID HEADQUARTER IN SAIGON

Enjoy your refreshment with selected coconut coffee or other types of drinks at Cong Cafe's

TOUR CONCLUDES / DROP-OFF AT PORT GATE

Drive back to your cruise ship port gate & drop-off. Tour concludes.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you pick up at the cruise ship gangway instead of the port gate?

Yes, there is an additional fee required by the port authority, which is $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.

How many passengers 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.

Do you serve cold water during the tour?

We will 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.

If we don't see the guide & driver, do you have a number that we can call?

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 in the tour price?

Tipping is not included in the price of the tour. If you are satisfied with our services, please consider tipping your tour guide and driver at the end of the trip.