Are you traveling to southern Vietnam by cruise ship and would like to book a tour? Let’s explore the best of Ho Chi Minh City’s iconic landmarks with our exclusive Phu My Port to Ho Chi Minh City full-day private tour. You will delve into the city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and renowned attractions, including Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, Thien Hau Pagoda, and Ben Thanh Market.
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, boasts a wealth of iconic landmarks that offer insights into its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse local lifestyle. Each site has compelling stories of Saigon’s past and present.
What’s else? Our excellent local Saigon tour guide will accompany you. This knowledgeable English-speaking guide will answer all your questions and provide helpful information about Saigon and its highlight attractions in this Ho Chi Minh City shore excursion from Phu My Port. Further, you can enjoy delicious Saigon street food and better understand the culture and lifestyle in the city, never sleeping.
During your Vietnam shore excursions, you may care about our other Vietnam tours and private car transfer from Phu My port, such as
- Phu My Port To Cu Chi Tunnels Private Car – 157 USD/sedan.
- Cu Chi Tunnels Tour From Phu My Port – from 72 USD/pax.
- Vung Tau Shore Excursion – contact us for details
PHU MY PORT TO HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR 1 DAY ITINERARY
In the morning
8:00 am: Our Saigon private car driver and English guide will pick you up at Phu My Port gate with your name on a welcome board for easy identification. After everyone is ready, we start the Ho Chi Minh City Tour from Phu My Port (Ho Chi Minh city shorre excursions). The transfer time by car is nearly two hours since the distance from Phu My port to Ho Chi Minh is 70 kilometers.
Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh city, we will explore the well-known attractions as follows:
Notre Dame Cathedral & Saigon Central Post Office
Firstly, we will admire the two French architectural structures in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. That is the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office. These two constructions are iconic legacies of Saigon’s colonial past.
The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon was built in 1880 as a sacred place belonging to French colonizers. This cathedral features Gothic architecture, a red brick interior, towering bell towers, and impressive stained-glass windows.
Next, we will visit the Central Post Office of Saigon. You can also call it the Old Post Office; the construction was completed in 1891. It is an example of French architecture, with arched windows, wooden shutters, and a grand clock face on the front interior. Hence, you can send postcards and admire the ornate interior of this working post office.
Reunification Palace
After that, we will visit the Reunification Palace (or Independence Palace), formerly the Presidential Palace. This place belongs to the Colonial Quarter in Ho Chi Minh City with Notre-Dame Cathedral, Old Post Office, and the Saigon Opera House.
The Saigon puppet government – the Republic of Vietnam used to operate here. On April 30th, 1975, the Southern Liberation Army crashed the Independence Palace gates by tank so that the Saigon government surrendered unconditionally. As a result, Vietnam has been officially reunified since that moment.
Moreover, during the tour itinerary, our Saigon local guide will introduce each historical site and share how the Vietnamese people heroically fought against French colonialists and the American army during the wars for national liberation.
War Remnants Museum
Keep continuing the Phu My Port to Ho Chi Minh City Tour full day by visiting the War Remnants Museum. This place is known as the Museum of American War Crimes.
Moreover, it is the only museum dedicated to showcasing exhibits of photos and artifacts on war crimes and their aftermaths to the Vietnamese people. Simultaneously, the museum shows how Vietnamese people are resilient against foreign aggressive forces to defend their loved country, too.
Additionally, the yard displays American military equipment captured during the war, serving as a reminder of war’s consequences, such as tanks, planes, etc.
Further, there is an exhibit called “Requiem”, which features black and white photographs dedicated to foreign and Vietnamese journalists and photographers who passed away during the brutal war. Thus, the museum appeals to everyone to oppose unjust wars, protect peace, and promote friendship among countries.
In the afternoon
After exploring the renowned attractions in the morning, you may be hungry after walking and traveling under the sunshine. Therefore, we will take a break and enjoy delicious cuisine at a local Vietnamese restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ben Thanh Market
Have you felt more energetic after lunch and rest? After lunch break time, we will explore the lifestyle and culture in Saigon with Ben Thanh Market – the largest commercial market in Saigon. You can find almost everything you want at various prices, but you should pay attention to your belongings and bargain when purchasing something.
Thien Hau Pagoda
Last but not least, Thien Hau Pagoda is the last attraction on our Saigon tour from Phu My Port. This is a centuries-old pagoda belonging to the Hoa people in Chinatown, where they worship the sea goddess Mazu. The pagoda boasts unique architecture and a wide range of artifacts from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
Before leaving for Phu My Port, don’t forget to buy some souvenirs to take home. Upon reaching the port, say goodbye to the driver and tour guide after getting your luggage. Your private Ho Chi Minh city tour from Phu My Port ends here. Remember to share what you feel after enjoying the tour and service of Saigon Locals Travel & Transport.
