Option 1: Ho Chi Minh City Tour – Full Day Private Tour

End of Tour: Return to Phu My Port with plenty of time to reboard your cruise ship, enriched by the sights, sounds, and tastes of Ho Chi Minh City.

08:00 AM: Begin your Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion as our tour guide and driver pick you up from Phu My Port. As you travel to the city, enjoy scenic landscapes along the way.

First Stop: Independence Palace
Visit the historic Independence Palace, formerly the palace of the South Vietnamese president before 1975. The palace showcases a blend of Vietnamese traditional philosophy and modern architectural elements, providing a glimpse into the country’s political history.

Second Stop: War Remnants Museum
Continue to the War Remnants Museum, one of Saigon’s oldest and most impactful museums. Opened in 1975, the museum reveals the brutal realities of the Vietnam War and has undergone various renovations to reflect the evolving relationship between Vietnam and the U.S.

Third Stop: Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office
Visit the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office, both landmarks rich in French colonial architecture. These sites are integral to the city’s heritage and a window into its past.

Lunch: Enjoy an authentic meal at a local restaurant, sampling some of the best flavors that Ho Chi Minh City has to offer.

Afternoon: Chinatown & Thien Hau Temple
Head to Chinatown and visit the historic Thien Hau Temple, a beautiful shrine dedicated to the sea goddess. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the district.

Special Experience: Trishaw Ride
Take a memorable trishaw ride, winding through the bustling streets, witnessing the vibrant life of local markets, street cafés, and modern eateries.

Option 2: Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursions Tour
08:00 AM: Start your journey as our tour guide and driver pick you up from Sai Gon Port. The tour begins with a scenic transfer to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the most remarkable sites from the Vietnam War.

Morning: Cu Chi Tunnels
Experience life underground as the guerilla fighters did during the war. You’ll crawl through 50–100 meters of the tunnel system, gaining insight into how these tunnels functioned as living areas, storage units, weapon factories, field hospitals, and command centers. The tour also includes a look at the intricate trap-door systems and surrounding rice paper workshops and picturesque paddy fields along the way.

Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant, savoring the regional cuisine.

Afternoon: Ho Chi Minh City Tour
After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City and visit iconic landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office, both prime examples of French colonial architecture.

Special Experience: Trishaw Ride
Hop on a traditional trishaw for an exciting ride through the bustling city streets, taking in the lively atmosphere of street markets, sidewalk cafés, and modern pubs and restaurants.

End of Tour: After your exploration of both the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and the dynamic life of Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll be transferred back to Sai Gon Port.