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6 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: A Journey of Flavors and Culture

Jordan

2 Dec 2023

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Embark on a 6-day adventure in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, where you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant street markets, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and explore historical landmarks. From the bustling Ben Thanh Market to the tranquil Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden, this itinerary offers a perfect blend of excitement and relaxation.

Trip to Ho Chi Minh City

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Culinary Delights and Sky-high Views

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$183

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$ 4

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Nhà Hàng Ngon 138

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

4 - 6 min

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Independence Palace

Historical building of the Vietnam War era, with tours of government offices, war rooms & artifacts.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

10 - 12 min

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Ho Thi Ky Flower Market

Vendors with colorful bouquets of flowers line this busy outdoor market also offering street food.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Saigon Skydeck

Glass-enclosed observation deck on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower with scenic views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$38

1 - 2 min

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Rice Field

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

2 - 3 min

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Bitexco Financial Tower

Iconic 68-floor skyscraper featuring an observation deck, retail shops, dining & a cineplex.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$38

4 - 6 min

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Octo Tapas Restobar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 2Nightlife and Cultural Immersion

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$132

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$ 2

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Asian Kitchen

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

2 - 3 min

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Bui Vien Walking Street

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Ben Thanh Market

Well-known standby for handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing & other goods along with local eats.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$8

10 - 15 min

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Le Bourgeois @Continental

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$42

1 - 2 min

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Ho Chi Minh City Opera House

Ornate 19th-century French colonial opera house that is now home to the city's ballet & symphony.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$19

1 - 2 min

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Opera

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 3Water Park Fun and Hidden Gems

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$129

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$ 5

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Quán Cơm Hạnh Dung

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

6 - 8 min

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Dam Sen Water Park

Sprawling family-friendly entertainment complex with rides, a water park, cinema & zoo.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$30

7 - 9 min

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Nhân Quán

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$42

7 - 9 min

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Xe lam Bistro

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 4Art and History Exploration

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$118

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$ 5

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Bún riêu cua ốc

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

2 - 3 min

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Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts

Classical to contemporary Vietnamese & foreign artworks on display in an elegant colonial building.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$8

7 - 9 min

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Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

1880s Catholic cathedral built with French bricks & featuring 58m-tall Romanesque bell towers.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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War Remnants Museum

Memorial museum exhibiting photographs, weapons & other objects from the Vietnam & Indochina wars.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$11

27 - 33 min

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Bún Bò Sông Hương - Gò Vấp

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$33

3 - 4 min

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Hanh Thong Tay Market

Lively bazaar with many vendors for clothing, shoes & accessories, plus street eats.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Lẩu Dê Đức Dưỡng

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 5Underground Tunnels and Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

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$116

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$ 4

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

93 - 112 min

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Vân Anh

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

41 - 50 min

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Cu Chi Tunnel

Sprawling underground tunnel complex used by Viet Cong soldiers, plus exhibits & war memorials.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$23

11 - 16 min

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Ben Duoc Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$39

10 - 12 min

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Bò Tơ Trường Lạc

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$33

Day 6Coffee Culture and Theme Park Adventure

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$128

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$ 5

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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PNC Coffee Shop Bookstore Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

4 - 6 min

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Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden

Straightforward zoo showcasing an array of animals, including giraffes, camels, elephants & snakes.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

36 - 44 min

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Quán Bún Bò Huế Giáo Toàn

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$36

14 - 17 min

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Suoi Tien Theme Park

Theme park featuring a range of rides & water-based activities amid iconic Buddhist imagery.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$30

13 - 16 min

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Vina Phở

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 7

1 Võ Trường Toản

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $827 In total

Activities & Food:$804

Transport:$23