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Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour By Car | Saigon Adventure

5.0(90)Ho Chi Minh City1 hour
VIATOR4.7(10)TRIPADVISOR5.0(80)

Description

This half-day city tour reveals Saigon's turbulent past and also provides a glimpse into the fascinating variety the city has to offer. Gain more information about Vietnam War through local’s views at must-see attractions of the town: Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, Saigon Central Post Office, City Hall, The Opera house, War Remnants Museum, Jade Emperor Pagoda and Ben Thanh Market. We will visit the following places of interest: 1. Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica 2. Saigon Central Post Office 3. War Remnants Museum 4. Jade Emperor Temple 5. Ben Thanh Market 6. Opera House 7. Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee 8. Nguyen Hue Walking Street At the end of the tour, our car will take you back to your hotel.

Tour Options

PRIVATE TOUR
  • Duration: 4 hours PRIVATE CAR Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included15 min

Saigon Central Post Office is notable for its perfect combination of neo-classical European architecture and Asian decorations. This magnificent post office attracts a large number of domestic and foreign visitors, making it a must-see when you are in Ho Chi Minh City.

15 min

Visit from outside : Notre Dame Cathedral Vietnam is honored as one of the world's 19 most majestic cathedrals, the only representative from Southeast Asia. This long-lasting masterpiece, seen as the architectural symbol of Ho Chi Minh City, hosts a flock of new tourists every day who seek ancient grandeur, holiness, and enchanting photography spots.

Admission included10 min

The Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon Municipal Opera House (Vietnamese: Nhà hát Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh; French: Opėra Municipal de Saigon), is an opera house in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It is an example of French Colonial architecture in Vietnam.

30 min

Ben Thanh Market is the most famous shopping destination for tourists in Ho Chi Minh City. It is a nice place to buy local handicrafts, branded items, Vietnamese art and other souvenirs. In addition to shopping, this oldest market in the city is also an attraction in itself.

15 min

Situated in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Nguyen Hue Walking Street is a popular tourist destination that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and modernity. With its beautiful floral displays, impressive skyline, and bustling atmosphere, this street attracts visitors from all over the world who come to experience its vibrant energy.

15 min

The hall was built in 1902–1908 in a French colonial style by architect Paul Gardès. Since 1975, the building has housed the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, Ho Chi Minh City People's Council and Ho Chi Minh City People's Court. The building is popular for its photo opportunities. Tourists can take photographs outside and many people choose to do this at night when the building and its grounds are lit up.

30 min

Built in 1909 in honour of the supreme Taoist god (the Jade Emperor or King of Heaven, Ngoc Hoang), this is one of the most atmospheric temples in Ho Chi Minh City, stuffed with statues of phantasmal divinities and grotesque heroes. The pungent smoke of incense (huong) fills the air, obscuring the exquisite woodcarvings. Its roof is encrusted with elaborate tile work, and the temple's statues, depicting characters from both Buddhist and Taoist lore, are made from reinforced papier mâché.

Admission included40 min

The War Remnants Museum, also known as the Museum of American War Crimes, until now, has stored more than 20,000 documents, exhibits and films, in which more than 1,500 documents, artifacts, films have been applied to introduce in eight thematic exhibition frequently. In 35 years, the War Museum Ho Chi Minh has welcomed over 15 million visitors at home and abroad

Highlights

Travel insurance.
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop off at your hotel in the center.
Entrance tickets

What's included

Included
Travel insurance.
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop off at your hotel in the center.
Entrance tickets
Not included
All not mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal expenses such as shopping, beverages, etc.
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Reviews(90)

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Escape66993188408
July 2, 2026
Saigon City Tour

Our family of five (three daughters ages 18, 20, and 23) booked an all day city tour of Saigon. We were picked up at the airport by a tour guide and driver, spent the day seeing the city sites, and were dropped off at our hotel at the conclusion. The tour was great! Communication was excellent before, during, and after the tour. Our guide, Sony, messaged us the night before to confirm and was waiting for us when our flight arrived. Sony was personable and very informative. He welcomed any requests (such as my daughters’ coffee shop stop) and did an excellent job introducing us to Saigon and some of the city’s history. The tour included an excellent lunch stop at a local Vietnamese restaurant. The restaurant was able to accommodate some special food requests (gluten free and vegetarian) and everything was delicious. Sony also sent us dinner recommendations and shopping spots to check out. I highly recommend those company and Sony as a guide!

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diddola
May 3, 2026
Beautiful experience

I found this site suggested by the web as one of the most historic and serious in Ho Chi Minh and so it was. Fast registration process, well presented and described tours with many options. Paul my guide was outstanding, young engineering student boy, passionate about his city and history. He took me on a scooter for a 100% local experience! He explained everything very well and was of a kindness and helpfulness rarely now found. I highly recommend them and also great prices really.

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nijum
April 16, 2026
Memorable Food Experience in Ho Chi Minh City

We booked a private food tasting tour in Ho Chi Minh City, and it was an excellent experience. Our guide, Kristen, was very helpful and cheerful. He arrived on time, took the effort to understand our tastes and preferences, and tailored the tour accordingly. The food we tried was outstanding, and Kristen also shared interesting insights about the flower market, along with giving us a glimpse into Vietnamese culture and daily life. Overall, it was a wonderful and memorable experience, and we would highly recommend this tour.

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Vasilisa Z
March 24, 2026
Amazing Sightseeing tour

I had a great sightseeing tour - I was picked up from the entrance of my hotel and dropped off there as well. The guide was knowledgable and asked me which places I have already been to so I do not have to repeat them. The guide went with me to the presidential palace and gave me a private tour which was amazing and I learnt a lot. I had enough time to go to the post office to send postcards home. He even recommended a good local coffee spot with very good price! I highly recommend taking this tour if you want to have a private experience and see the important sights of Hi Chi Minh city.

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ritafP6348MO
March 23, 2026
Recommended travel agent😊

trí was so helpful also with my mother because she's using wheelchair so we had to slow our pace and he was able to adjust it. He also has good knowledge

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Petr_Gg
March 22, 2026
Perfect!

Private tour to Ben Tre was great. Our guide Paul was very helpful, friendly, funny and told us lot of interesting things, for example where he learned such a good english. Thanks Paul :)

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955jodiee
March 12, 2026
Paul

Paul and driver were fantastic. The day was organised and such a great experience. Thank you

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W3042IQmarcom
March 8, 2026
Amazing

Johnny did a great job. Fascinating tour.

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91jantienv
January 28, 2026
Don't miss this in HCMC

On the Saigon unseen tour you see just a bit of other things about a city. Kevin knew a lot to tell and partly because of him it has become a special experience

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Marc_K
December 27, 2025
Poor

Rather poor tour guide. English learned off the internet (he says). Also, although a sweet kid, he was not able to engage. Sadly wasted our opportunity to learn about the city. The tour provider ignored our appeal to change him soon after the 4 hour tour began (which ended up being 2 hours as there was little point).

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