Vung Tau Cap Saint Jacques Tour (1 day)
| Duration | 1 Day |
|---|---|
| Season | Year Round |
| City of departure | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Travel style | sightseeing |
Tour code SG8
Itinerary
Formerly known as Cap Saint Jacques under the French, Vung Tau is a an old port city located at the tip of a small peninsula, about 130 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. Vung Tau beaches are a popular getaway for Saigonese on weekends.
In the morning, transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau (125 km / 2 hours).
On arrival, the tour starts with the visit of Thich Ca Phat Dai Pagoda, one of the largest pagoda of Vung Tau, covering an area of six hectares on the side of Lon (Big) Mountain and home of a 6.2 m tall statue of Buddha sitting on a 4 m high lotus blossom.
A short drive will then bring you to the Light House and its spectacular 360 degree view of the entire peninsula. Nearby, you will see the Giant Jesus, a 30m-high Giant Jesus statue built in 1974 by the light house, before visiting the White Villa, a former royal residence set on a lushly forested hillside overlooking the sea. Built in 1909 as a retreat for French governor Paul Doumer, the “Villa Blanche” later became a summer palace for Vietnamese royalty and now serves as a museum housing antiques.
Last but not least, relax and take a breath of sea air by the beach before driving Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.
INCLUDE:
- Tours and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles as mentioned in the itinerary
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- All sight-seeing and relevant admission fees
EXCLUDE:
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities for guide
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