1 day
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Ho Chi Minh City, often known as Saigon, is a vibrant blend of history, culture, and modern energy. As Vietnam’s largest city, it pulses with life, from bustling markets to peaceful pagodas, and historical landmarks that tell the story of the country’s past. French colonial architecture, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, adds a unique charm, while the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace provide insight into Vietnam’s resilience and strength. The city’s diverse neighborhoods, like Cholon (Chinatown), showcase rich cultural traditions, with temples, markets, and local businesses reflecting a dynamic fusion of Vietnamese and Chinese heritage. Modern skyscrapers stand alongside historical sites, symbolizing the city’s rapid growth and spirit of progress. From its flavorful street food to its lively street life, Ho Chi Minh City offers a unique experience that blends the old with the new, capturing the heart and soul of Vietnam.
In the morning you visit:
- The Reunification Palace: The Reunification Palace is a national historical relic, preserving the heroic historical images of the nation. The Palace work was designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu, the Palace has started construction on July 1, 1962, and was inaugurated on October 31, 1966. He has harmoniously combined modern architectural art and traditional oriental architecture in his work. This used to be the residence and working place of the President of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam during the war.
- War Remnants Museum: This place is considered a vivid picture of Vietnam in the years of war against the US - Wei. The remaining artifacts and images serve as strong evidence to denounce the crimes of the colonial invaders, and at the same time reflect the Vietnamese people's will to fight and win to regain national independence.
- Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Notre Dame Cathedral is an architectural work of great historical and architectural value. Although Notre Dame Cathedral is over a hundred years old, today it still exists as a living relic that demonstrates the country's freedom of religion. Ho Chi Minh City Central Post Office is currently a building built by the French between 1886 - 1891, with a unique Gothic architectural style according to the design project of Architect Villedieu and his assistant Foulhoux. The building is located next to Notre Dame Cathedral and near Diamond Plaza Shopping Center Destinations to visit after lunch:
- Giac Lam Pagoda: This is one of the ancient temples with the age of 300 years, considered the ancestral home of the Zen Lam Te Tong sect in the South. In 1988, the pagoda was recognized as a national historical and cultural relic.
- Cholon, including the Thien Hau Pagoda: The Cho Lon area in District 5 is currently one of the areas with the largest number of Chinese-Vietnamese people living in Vietnam. Ba Thien Hau Pagoda, also known as Ba Cho Lon Pagoda, is known as one of the oldest Chinese places of worship in Saigon. This temple also becomes a spiritual place that has a great influence on the life and culture of the majority of people living in the city.
- Ben Thanh Market: After more than 100 years of existence and development, Ben Thanh market is not only a place of trade for townspeople but also a tourist destination not to be missed when coming to. From the unique architecture of the market, the friendly vendors, to the variety of goods, make everyone want to visit once.
Deposit of 20% of the total of tour is required upon confirmation of booking tour. The full prepayment will need to be made 45 days before departure for all services by money transfer or credit card payment with all bank transfer charges/ fees to be paid by the client.
The bank account name: METTA VOYAGES COMPANY LIMITED
The bank name: Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank
The bank branch: Hanoi Branch The International
Banking Account Number: 8888116868
Bank Swift Code: ASCBVNVX
The bank address: 442 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ward 5, District 3, Hồ Chí Minh City, Vietnam
Phone number: (84.28) 3929 0999
After receiving your payment, we will issue you the hotel voucher and/or final confirmation itinerary, which can be sent to you by fax or e-mail.
+ Maximum 1 child can share the parent's existing bedding.
+ Children from 2-6 years old: 50% of adult price, or quote case by case
+ Children from 7-11 years old: 75% of adult price, or quote case by case
+ Children from 12 years old up: 100% adult price
You can amend your booking when the confirmation is made. Just contact us at [email protected] with your booking number. Our reservations team is glad to amend your booking accordingly. The extra expense may occurred will be informed to you before you decide to amend the services or travel date.
NON REFUNDABLE deposit of US$ 100 per person upon the packages tours services confirmation will be applied. Cancellations will be charged as follow:
o 45 days prior to the arrival date: Non Refundable deposit charge and the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
o 44 - 31 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 30% per group/booking and plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
o 30 days - 15 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 50% per group/booking plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
o 14 - 7 days before arrival: Cancellations fee 70% charge plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any.
o Less than 7 days before arrival Or No show: 100% charge per group/booking.
*** Nonrefundable deposit and banking service fee will be forfeited in all cancellation cases.
No refund will be given for any unused service after the trip has commenced or during the tour.
Metta Voyage Co.,ltd is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by passengers. Additional expenses incurred due to delays, accidents, natural disaster, epidemic or political actions and unrest must be borne by the passengers. Passengers are required to have full travel insurance.
Airline schedules and local conditions may affect accommodation and itineraries. Should this occur, Metta Voyage Co.,ltd will endeavor to substitute a suitable arrangement of similar value. Participation on any tours implies full agreement to the above conditions by all parties involved.
Your passport must be valid for at least six months following your entry date to your travel destination. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a valid passport and visa and all travel documents are valid for travel.
Travel insurance is not included in your tour price. It is the passenger's responsibility to verify whether his/her local health insurance carrier provides coverage while traveling. Please contact your insurance carrier for details. We can suggest you the insurance carrier case by case.
Metta Voyage Co., ltd strongly advises that you purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover all aspects of your tour: the loss of deposits through cancellation, lost of baggage and personal items, personal injury and death. A waiver must be signed if insurance is declined.
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