7 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

sanat thakur

4 Dec 2023

Embark on a 7-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit historical landmarks, explore bustling markets, and indulge in mouthwatering Vietnamese cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Ho Chi Minh City

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Luxurious Lounges to Colorful Flower Markets

$31

$ 1

Club Lounge - Intercontinental Asiana Saigon

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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1 - 2 min

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Buzzy, pedestrian-only street with Vietnamese & expat bookstores, plus spots for al fresco coffee.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Temples, Palaces, and Artistic Delights

$40

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 10 min

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This colorful pagoda has ornate architecture & religious statues, plus an open courtyard.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

53 - 64 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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6 - 9 min

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Located between the historic Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral, Au Parc serves a mix of Mediterranean & Middle Eastern flavours.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

1 - 2 min

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Propaganda, perhaps the first Vietnamese bistro in the world, is renowned for great wine and Vietnamese food pairing

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Tunnels, Authentic Cuisine, and Tranquil Views

$41

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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42 - 51 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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11 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 4Pagodas, Sky-high Views, and Tapas Delights

$46

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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19 - 23 min

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Prominent Buddhist temple with ornate architecture, a tranquil ambiance & a vegetarian restaurant.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

43 - 52 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$11

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 5Noodles, Ecotourism, and Seafood Extravaganza

$31

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Artificial eco-park with peaceful woodland & riverside walks, picnic spots & a swimming pool.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

52 - 63 min

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Relaxed stretch of green space & walkways with a playground, duck pond & lots of trees.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 6Noodle Soup, Museums, and Cultural Performances

$40

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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1 - 2 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 7Dim Sum, Vibrant Markets, and Savory Noodle Dishes

$31

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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11 - 16 min

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Covered market with stalls selling home goods, produce & local dishes like pho & spring rolls.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Budget breakdown: $263 In total

Activities & Food:$259

Transport:$4