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The secret weapon bunker of the Vietcong in Saigon during the Vietnam War
Amazing Saigon Walking Tour With Uni Student
The tank hitting the gate of Independence Palace. Remarks the end of the Vietnam War
Taking the photo in front of the Reunification Palace
Amazing Saigon Walking Tour With Uni Student

The Hidden Gems & Insightful Stories of Saigon Walking Tour

By Joy Journeys
5 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is S$17 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

What sets the Saigon Walking Tour by Joy Journeys apart is the unique perspective and experience it offers as this is a walking tour with maximum 6 travellers in the group.

Unlike traditional guided tours focused on historical facts, this tour provides an opportunity to connect with Saigon's heart and soul through the eyes of enthusiastic and energetic university students. These young locals, who are soon-to-be professional tour guides, have a genuine passion for sharing their love for Saigon and Vietnam with global travellers.

The tour goes beyond surface-level knowledge and aims to foster cultural exchange and create memorable experiences. It allows participants to engage in casual conversations, ask questions, and delve into the personal stories, local insights, and recommendations of university students. Through their narratives, visitors gain a vivid picture of Saigon's beauty, traditions, and way of life, making the tour an authentic and immersive experience.

Activity location

  • Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral
    • 01 Cong xa Paris, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
    • 700000, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ben Thanh Market
    • Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Group of 6 Travellers
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 15 minutes3h 15m3h 15m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
S$17.39 x 1 AdultS$17.39
Total
Price is S$17.39
Until Thu, 2 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's includedCup of Vietnamese coffee (Ca Phe Sua Da)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratitude and Tips

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral
  • 20m
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, commonly known as Notre-Dame Cathedral, is a Catholic cathedral located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the late 19th century, the cathedral's architecture is inspired by the French Gothic style, with its iconic twin bell towers standing at a height of 58 metres. The building's red brick exterior is decorated with intricate stone carvings and stained-glass windows. Despite being a popular tourist attraction and a place of worship for local Catholics, the cathedral has faced challenges in recent years due to structural deterioration and pollution, requiring ongoing renovation and preservation efforts. NOTE: WE DO NOT ENTER, JUST TO SEE FROM THE OUTSIDE
Central Post Office
  • 30m
The Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, also known as the Saigon Central Post Office, is a historic building located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the late 19th century during the French colonial period, the post office's architecture is a beautiful blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and French influences. The interior of the building features a spacious hall with a high ceiling, decorated with intricate maps and murals. The post office is still in operation today, providing postal services to both locals and tourists, while also serving as a popular tourist attraction due to its stunning architecture and historical significance. NOTE: WE DO ENTER, NO TICKET REQUIRED
Vincom Center
  • 20m
The Last Helicopter is a sculpture located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, that commemorates the end of the Vietnam War. The sculpture depicts a Huey helicopter, the iconic symbol of the war, as it takes off from the rooftop of the United States Embassy, with a group of Vietnamese people clinging to its landing skids, desperate to escape the country. The sculpture is based on a photograph taken during the evacuation of the embassy in 1975, and serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of the war and the enduring legacy of its impact on both the United States and Vietnam. The sculpture is located on the rooftop of the Bitexco Financial Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the city, and is a popular tourist attraction for visitors seeking to learn more about the history of the war and its aftermath. NOTE: WE DO NOT ENTER, JUST TO SEE FROM THE OUTSIDE AS IT IS NOW RESTRICTED BY THE GOVERNMENT
The Independence Palace
  • 30m
ndependence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, is a historic landmark located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the 1960s, it was the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. On April 30, 1975, tanks belonging to the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of the palace, symbolising the end of the war and the reunification of Vietnam. Today, the palace is open to the public as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the history and politics of Vietnam during a turbulent period of its past. NOTE: WE DO NOT ENTER, JUST TO SEE FROM THE OUTSIDE.
The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
  • 30m
The Thich Quang Duc Monument is a statue located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, that commemorates the self-immolation of Thich Quang Duc, a Buddhist monk who set himself on fire in 1963 to protest the persecution of Buddhists by the South Vietnamese government. The statue depicts the moment of Thich Quang Duc's self-immolation, with the monk seated in a meditative pose, engulfed in flames. The monument serves as a symbol of resistance against oppression and a tribute to the bravery of Thich Quang Duc and the Buddhist community during a turbulent period in Vietnam's history. The statue is located on a busy crossroads in the city and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals seeking to pay their respects and learn more about the storey behind the monument. NOTE: WE DO ENTER, JUST TO SEE FROM THE OUTSIDE. NO TICKET REQUIRED
The Secret Weapons Cellar
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Originally built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, the tunnels were used as a base for guerrilla warfare and as a means of transporting supplies and weapons undetected by American and South Vietnamese forces NOTE: WE ENTER THE BUNKER, TICKETS ARE INCLUDED

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSaigon Notre Dame Cathedral
    • 01 Cong xa Paris, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
    • 700000, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBen Thanh Market
    • Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • PEOPLEPEOPLETao Dan Park
    • Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEĐường Nguyễn Huệ
    • Đường Nguyễn Huệ
    • Bến Nghé, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

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