Ho Chi Minh City is a heady mix of French and Vietnamese cultures, where baguettes and croissants are sold alongside pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) and motor scooters buzz past colonial-era architecture. The city’s wide boulevards are reminiscent of Paris, lined with jewels such as the Opera House, fashioned after the Petit Palais, and the grand Central Post Office, designed by Gustave Eiffel. Aromatic food stalls and colorful shops purvey local specialties and all manner of Vietnamese wares, from conical hats to ao dai, the traditional silk tunic worn by women.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Scenic Ho Chi Minh City
Witness Ho Chi Minh City’s rich blend of Vietnamese traditions, Chinese influence and French colonial architecture.
Cu Chi Tunnels & War Remnants Museum
Learn about the Vietnam War from the Vietnamese’s perspective during a visit to underground tunnels and a museum.
Ho Chi Minh City by Night
Enjoy a traditional show at the Water Puppet Theater, then discover Ho Chi Minh City by night.
Iconic Bến Thành Market & Traditional Vietnamese Medicine
Delight your senses on a tour of Bến Thành Market and discover the roots of ancient Vietnamese herbal medicine.
Mekong Delta
Immerse yourself in the rich agriculture and remarkable beauty of the Mekong Delta.
Saigon Highlights & Pedal Cab Experience
Experience Ho Chi Minh City fully and in the most authentic way when you tour the city by pedal cab.
Saigon River Artists’ Village
Visit an artists’ village on the Saigon River where craftspeople from different regions have homes and galleries.
The Monuments of Vung Tau
Venture into the Vung Tau region to view some of Vietnam’s sacred sights and monuments.
Vietnamese Cooking Class
Explore Bến Thành Market with a Vietnamese chef, then enjoy a cooking class using market-to-table ingredients.
Ho Chi Minh City Overnight
Experience the mix of traditional and modern life in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City during an overnight stay.
Historic Ho Chi Minh City
Discover the rich past of Ho Chi Minh City during visits to a museum and a basement house.
Jade Emperor Pagoda & Skyview Observation Deck
Visit a sacred temple and ascend to the top of Ho Chi Minh City’s tallest building to take in the views from above.
Ho Chi Minh at Night & Saigon River Dinner Cruise
Drive through Ho Chi Minh City after dark and taste local flavors during a cruise on the Saigon River.
Vietnamese Agriculture Experience
Learn about Vietnamese agriculture and its significance during visits to a local orchard and a country market.
Saigon Culinary Experience
Sample a range of authentic Vietnamese dishes as you travel through Ho Chi Minh City.
