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  5. Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam
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Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam
Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam
Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam
Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam
Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam

Day Tour | Saigon Full-Day | Reunification Palace – War Remnants Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Central Post Office – Chinatown & Nha Rong Wharf | Lunch Included | Vietnam

Vietnam-Ho Chi Minh City
To be confirmed within 12 hour(s)
Duration:9 hour(s) 30 min(s)
Guided language: English / Tiếng Việt
No cancellation
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Discover Saigon’s past & present in one day, from historic landmarks to vibrant local life
  • Step inside Reunification Palace and uncover Vietnam’s history
  • Experience local culture in Chinatown & Thien Hau Temple
  • Visit War Remnants Museum for a powerful insight into the war
  • Snap photos at iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon & Saigon Central Post Office
  • Enjoy a local Vietnamese lunch included in your journey.
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Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City is the largest tourist center in the country, attracting 70% of international tourists to Vietnam annually. With its vibrant lifestyle, classic French colonial architecture such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace, the City People's Committee building, and the City Post Office; the Chinese quarter; and countless entertainment and recreational areas, Saigon possesses a strong appeal.

— Tour Info —

  • Meeting Point: 28/13 Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Departure time: 08:00 (Please arrive 30 minutes early.).
  • Returning time: 17:00 - 17:30
  • MORNING: VISIT THE INDEPENDENCE PALACE – PAY VENERATION AT THE TEMPLE OF LADY – STROLL AROUND CHỢ LỚN MARKET

8:00 AM: The vehicle and tour guide will pick you up at the office (28/13 Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1) to begin the SAIGON TOUR – MORNING | Independence Palace – Thien Hau Temple – Binh Tay Market (Half-Day).

The vehicle will take you to the first sightseeing point – Independence Palace. This special historical building is one of the famous iconic images of Ho Chi Minh City, with architecture that harmoniously combines modern and traditional styles.

As the residence and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the war, Independence Palace was designed and built by architect Ngo Viet Thu on a 12-hectare site, comprising over 100 rooms decorated in various styles.

Stopping at the Palace, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the three main exhibition floors located within the Permanent Area:

+ Floor 1 includes the Reception Room, the Cabinet Meeting Room, and the Grand Banquet Hall.

+ Floor 2 includes the Map Room (National Security Council Meeting Room), the President's Office, the Reception Rooms, the Credentials Room, the Circular Carpet, the Stone Flower Curtain, etc.

+ Floor 3 includes the Library, the Reception Room for the First Lady, and the Film Screening Room.

In addition, within the Independence Palace grounds, there are Specialized and Supplementary Areas displaying historical documents and images about the Palace's formation and development. In 2009, the Independence Palace was ranked as one of the first 10 Special National Monuments of Vietnam.

Continuing the journey, the vehicle will take you to the Thien Hau Temple, also known as the Cho Lon Temple. This is considered one of the oldest temples of the Chinese community in Saigon.

Built around 1760, the Thien Hau Temple is a shrine dedicated to the Goddess Thien Hau, reflecting the rich Chinese cultural style. Visiting here, you will admire the statue of the Goddess Thien Hau, carved from a single block of black wood, standing out amidst the tranquil and sacred atmosphere. Furthermore, the central hall of the temple houses one of the oldest ancient incense burners in history, over 130 years old.

Besides its artistic value in architecture and sculpture, the Thien Hau Temple is also a sacred religious tourist destination where visitors can light incense and pray for good fortune.

Leaving the Thien Hau Temple, you will continue your journey around the Cholon area – specifically Binh Tay Market. You will witness the bustling activity of the trading center between the Vietnamese and Chinese communities in Saigon. The vibrant life, diverse goods, and interesting trading activities all create a colorful cultural tapestry.

  • NOON: VISIT THE MUSEUM – VISIT THE CHURCH – CHECK IN AT THE POST OFFICE – STROLL AROUND THE PEOPLE'S COMMITTEE OFFICE – STOP AT THE RONG HOUSE PIER

12:30 PM: The vehicle and tour guide will pick you up at the office (28/13 Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1) to begin the SAIGON TOUR – AFTERNOON | Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Post Office – Nha Rong Wharf (Half-Day).

Starting the tour, the vehicle and tour guide will take you to the War Remnants Museum – one of the famous historical sites in Saigon. The War Remnants Museum is a place for researching, collecting, storing, preserving, and displaying documents, images, and artifacts about the wars in Vietnam.

Here, you will "travel back in time" to the glorious days, seeing firsthand historical artifacts from the war era such as airplanes, tanks, and artillery... Over 20,000 documents and artifacts are stored, all of which will help you have moments of reflection and feel more proud of the fighting spirit of our people in regaining national independence.

Leaving the War Remnants Museum, you will move on to visit Notre Dame Cathedral – one of the four Basilicas in Vietnam. Considered one of the must-see tourist destinations when visiting Saigon, Notre Dame Cathedral is a Catholic architectural masterpiece that began construction in 1877.

While visiting, you will be able to admire the unique architectural details in the ancient Gothic style, observe the vast cathedral with a length of 93m, and admire the twin bell towers 57m high. In particular, within the church grounds, visitors can see the 4.6-meter-tall, 8-ton statue of Our Lady of Peace, made of white Italian marble.

Continuing the journey, from Notre Dame Cathedral, visitors can travel about 30 meters to visit the Central Post Office. Built by the French between 1886 and 1891, this building boasts a distinctly European architectural style.

Attracting thousands of tourists every year, the Central Post Office stands out with its eye-catching yellow color and delicate, refined decorative details. As one of Saigon's iconic landmarks, a stop here allows visitors to take souvenir photos and admire the building's architectural beauty.

Leaving the Central Post Office, the vehicle and guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee building – one of the classic architectural works in Saigon, built from 1898 to 1909. From afar, you will see a building that blends many European architectural styles, incredibly magnificent and sophisticated.

Continuing the journey, you will travel to Nha Rong Wharf to visit the Ho Chi Minh Museum. This is one of the most famous historical landmarks in Saigon.

Considered "the place where Uncle Ho's footsteps are imprinted," this building was started in 1863 in the Western architectural style. Currently, Nha Rong Wharf is one of the branches of the system of museums and memorials dedicated to President Ho Chi Minh nationwide. Here, you will learn about the life and journey of the great Vietnamese leader in his quest to save the country.

Note: The Dragon House Pier is closed every Monday.

  • AFTERNOON: END OF TOUR 

17:00 – 17:30 PM: The vehicle will take you back to the office, ending the SAIGON TOUR – AFTERNOON | Museum – Notre Dame Cathedral – Post Office – Nha Rong Wharf (Half Day). We bids farewell and looks forward to seeing you again on other exciting journeys.

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  • Luggage Info:
    Each passenger is allowed to bring:
    - 1 luggage/suitcase (under 16 inches (44x32x22cm)
    - 1 small bag (backpack and handbook)
    - In case passengers carry luggage that is not by the regulations (larger, bulkier) or carry second luggage, the garage will surcharge VND75,000/luggage

Purchase Notice

[CHILD POLICY]

  • Children aged 6 – 8 years: Charged at child ticket rate. 
  • Children aged 9 years and above: Charged as adult ticket. Note: A child under 6 years old traveling with only 1 adult will be required to purchase a child ticket.


[LUGGAGE REGULATIONS]

  • Each passenger is allowed to bring along

+ 01 luggage/suitcase (under 16 inches ~ 44x32x22cm)

+ 1 small bag (backpack, handbag)

  • In case the passenger carries luggage that does not comply with regulations (bigger than the standard size, more bulky, etc.) or brings a second or more luggage, the bus company will charge an additional fee of 75,000 VND/luggage.

Reminders

  • A minimum of 5 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date

  • Please note that this is a Shared Tour and you will travel with other passengers

  • Please arrive at designated location 30 mins prior to departure, as tour will depart on time

  • It is recommended to bring hats, raincoats, personal medication, sneakers and an extra pair of flip flop for the tour

  • For any dietary requirements, please note in your booking so we can prepare the suitable food option for you

  • Photos of food items are just for reference and you might not have the exact dishes on travel date. Based on group size, dietary requirements and the seasonality, we will arrange the menu accordingly

FAQ

1. Is Reunification Palace the same historical site as Independence Palace in Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes, Reunification Palace is indeed the same historical site often referred to as Independence Palace. It served as the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Its renaming to Reunification Palace followed the fall of Saigon in 1975, symbolizing the reunification of Vietnam. It is a pivotal landmark in Vietnamese history.

2. What can visitors expect to see and do inside Reunification Palace?

Inside Reunification Palace, visitors can explore various rooms, including the President's office, the Cabinet Room, and the war command bunker in the basement. You will see period furniture, communication equipment, and secret tunnels, offering a direct glimpse into Vietnam's political history. The architecture and interior design also reflect the era.

3. How are tickets for Reunification Palace typically managed when participating in a full-day tour?

When booking a full-day tour that includes Reunification Palace, like those available on KKday, your tour operator typically handles the entrance tickets for you. This means you won't need to purchase them separately upon arrival, ensuring a seamless and convenient entry experience. The tour package usually covers these admission fees, allowing you to focus on the historical exploration.

4. How do visitors typically travel between key attractions like the War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Cathedral on a full-day tour?

On a full-day tour, transportation between attractions like the War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office is typically provided by the tour operator. This usually involves comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, allowing for efficient travel between sites and maximizing your time for exploration and sightseeing without worrying about local public transport or navigation.

5. Are ride-hailing services like Grab widely available for getting to tour meeting points or exploring other areas in Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes, ride-hailing services such as Grab are widely available and very popular in Ho Chi Minh City. They offer a convenient and often affordable way to travel to your tour's meeting point or for independent exploration of the city outside of your tour schedule. Both car and motorbike options are readily accessible through the Grab app.

6. What cultural experiences can be expected when visiting Chinatown and Thien Hau Temple?

In Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant Chinatown, particularly around Thien Hau Temple, visitors can immerse themselves in local culture. You can witness traditional Chinese architecture, observe worshippers at the historic temple, and explore bustling local markets like Binh Tay Market. This area offers a unique contrast to other parts of Saigon, showcasing a rich blend of Vietnamese and Chinese heritage.

7. What makes the Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica and Saigon Central Post Office iconic photo opportunities?

The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica and Saigon Central Post Office are renowned for their stunning French colonial architecture. The cathedral, built entirely with materials imported from France, boasts beautiful stained glass and twin bell towers. The Post Office features grand vaulted interiors designed by Gustave Eiffel, making both locations visually striking and popular backdrops for memorable photographs.

8. What kind of local Vietnamese lunch is typically included in a full-day tour?

A full-day tour often includes an authentic local Vietnamese lunch, providing an opportunity to savor traditional cuisine. While specific dishes may vary, it usually features popular local specialties such as pho, banh mi, or other regional favorites. This inclusion ensures a convenient and immersive culinary experience as part of your journey through Saigon.

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