Saigon Walking Half Day Tour
Duration | 3 hours |
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Season | Year Round |
City of departure | Ho Chi Minh City |
Travel style | walking, history |
Tour code SG23
Itinerary
This three-hour walking tour will take you through the historical monuments in the heart of Saigon and some of its hidden gems. Pick up at hotel and transfer to Reunification Palace. Here on April 30th 1975 the ‘American War’ officially ended when tank number 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.
After this we walk to visit Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Old Central Post Office, two of the best examples of classical old Saigon architecture. We will make our way to the Saigon River, make stops in some of the most emblematic locations of the city and ends the city walking tour at Bitexco tower.
For a memorable last stop, you will be served a drink with city sky-high view in a bar on the 52th floor of Bitexco Financial Tower, the tallest skyscraper of Saigon.
INCLUDE:
- Pick up and drop off at hotel (in town)
- Tours and transfers by air-conditioned vehicles from/to hotel
- English speaking guide
- All sight-seeing and relevant admission fees
- 1 bottled water & wet tissue
- One soft drink in Bitexco
EXCLUDE:
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Tips and Gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- VAT & Service charges
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