Sightseeing the Incredible Cu Chi Tunnels, Independence Palace, Walking Tour, Ben Thanh Market
Morning:
Depart from your hotel and drive to the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City to visit the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels.
This extensive underground network, spanning over 250 km, was a pivotal site during the Vietnam War where the Viet Cong orchestrated their resistance against American forces.
The tour includes entry into some sections of the tunnels, offering a unique glimpse into this historical underground city.
Nearby, visit the Ben Duoc Memorial Temple, built in 1993 to honor the Vietnamese who lost their lives at Cu Chi, yet remains less frequented by tourists.
Midday:
Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Afternoon:
Visit the Independence Palace, the former residence and office of the Presidents of South Vietnam.
The tour includes the North Vietnamese tank that ended the Vietnam War in 1975, and the palace’s five stories with rooms preserved in their late 1960s and 1970s style, including a bunker basement.
Late Afternoon:
Take a walking tour to visit the Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture built between 1863 and 1880.
Nearby, explore the Saigon Central Post Office, designed by the renowned architect Gustave Eiffel, featuring exquisite indoor decorations and still functioning as a post office.
Evening:
Conclude your tour at the famous Ben Thanh Market, open since 1870.
This market supplies the daily needs of locals and is an excellent place to pick up affordable souvenirs and savor Vietnam’s local street foods.
At the end of the day, you will be dropped off back at your hotel.
