Saigon Culture and Heritage Tour

07h30 - 08h15: The tour guides will pick you up at the gathering point by bus to begin the morning trip.

Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time. 

Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace. This special historical landmark is one of the famous symbolic images of the city, named after Uncle Ho, with architecture that harmoniously combines mordern and traditional elements. 

Independence Palace

08h30: Continue to admire the gorgeous structure from the French Colonial times, the historic Saigon Central Post Office, which was built between 1886 and 1891. It is one of the oldest and most iconic buildings in Ho Chi Minh city. 

Saigon Central Post Office

09h30: Followed by the French Colonial times of Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, this is a place not to be missed when traveling to Saigon. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars. 

War Remnants Museum

11h30: Have lunch at a local restaurant. 

13h00: Take the trip to Cu Chi Tunnels. 

Along the way, observe as the urban scenery transitions into a tranquil rural setting. Witness the passing rice paddy farms, charming roadside vendors, and flocks of ducks, and water buffalo swimming in the river the increasingly lúhs greenery. 

Once we arrive, you will embark on the city intricate system of Cu Chi tunnels, a legendary tunnel system with more than 220 km of tunnels. You will have the opportunity to crawl through narrow spaces and witness the intertwinning kitchens, bunkers, hospitals, and meeting rooms throughout. Additionally, sit back and watch an insightful documentary to learn more about the tunnel system and its locally crafted traps. 

Visit the weapons room and learn how the ingenious Viet Cong soldiers made them. Step in the shoes of a Viet Cong fighter, as you climb through an impressive 155 mile (250 km) long tunnel network and visit a typical gun shooting area. Some of the most famous underground networks of pathways, hideouts, sleeping quaters, meeting rooms, hospitals and Hoang Cam Stove, having tapioca - the main food served during the war time. 

These narrow tunnels provide barely enough space for a single person to crawl their way through, through some are now wider to accommodate visitors. Also learn that the mere 10-13 feet (3-4m) thick level of upper soil can support the bearing weight of a 55 ton tank and the exlosive damage of boms. 

Experience the exhilarating opportunity to fire an M-15, AK-47 and a carbine rifle at the National Defense Sports Shooting (exclusion). 

18h00: After completing the Cu Chi tour, tour guides will drop off tourists either at District 1 center or the original pick-up point. See you again!