Group Experiences in Ho Chi Minh City

Landmark 81 opened in 2019 and is the tallest building in Vietnam. Visitors can access the Saigon Skyview Observation Deck on floors 79 to 81, at a height of up to 461.3 m (1,513 ft). From the deck, you can enjoy wide views of Ho Chi Minh City from about 390 m above ground. The space uses Low-E glass for clear visibility and a large-screen viewing effect. You can choose from ticket packages that include add-ons such as virtual reality games and other interactive experiences. There is also an outdoor area with LED screen effects, floor lighting, and water displays.

Start your day with a pickup from central hotels in Ho Chi Minh City and travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels. After a 1.5-hour ride, explore the underground network that played a key role in the Vietnam War. Learn about its history and crawl through sections of the tunnels. Have a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant with vegan options available. In the afternoon, go to My Tho in the Mekong Delta. Cruise along the Mekong River and see the lush scenery before boarding a sampan to glide through narrow canals lined with coconut palms. Visit a bee house, taste seasonal fruits with honey tea, and listen to traditional folk music performed by villagers. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

Visit Bitexco Financial Tower, rising 262 m above Ho Chi Minh City. Head to the Saigon Skydeck on the 49th floor, the city's first observation deck. Inspired by the lotus bud, Vietnam's national flower, this tower symbolizes the city's growth. See 360º views of Ho Chi Minh City's streets and landmarks, as well as visit cultural and historical exhibits on the same floor, including the Ao Dai Museum, which features beautiful examples of traditional Vietnamese garments.

Visit the Fito Museum, also known as the Museum of Vietnamese Traditional Medicine, established in 2007, spanning an area of 600 m2, and built with traditional Vietnamese architecture. Observe the intricate motifs and antique wooden door frames that originate from the Northern Delta region. Inside the museum, view reconstructed models, engravings, and a collection of authentic artifacts showcasing Vietnamese traditional medical practices, such as examination, treatment, and medicine preparation. The museum holds nearly 3,000 exhibits, ranging from the Stone Age to the modern day, and provides a perspective on Vietnam’s diverse flora and fauna. The museum's design is influenced by architectural styles from Vietnam's three key regions, presenting a considered and cultural ambiance.

Explore Ho Chi Minh City's streets on the back of a scooter. A local guide will pick you up and take you through neighborhoods and interesting spots for craft beer and street food. Start with a glass of Bia Hoi, Vietnam’s fresh beer. Sample IPAs, pale ales, and pilsners brewed with traditional techniques. Try Lao Gia Beer, a local favorite from Ho Chi Minh City's Chinatown, known for its unique flavor. Along the route, enjoy a variety of street food, with vegan and non-vegan options available. Visit places where locals eat and drink, and hear about Vietnam’s beer culture and history from your guide. At the end, you’ll be dropped back at your accommodation.

Board *ICON Saigon* for an evening on the Saigon River. Sip a cool drink, listen to live music, and watch traditional performances on the weekend-only Sunset Cruise. Alternatively, on the Dining Cruise (Signature or Deluxe menu, depending on the selected option), enjoy dishes that combine Cantonese cuisine with Asian and European influences.

Listen to 12 chapters of Vietnamese folk music played with 30 traditional instruments, composed by the Vietnamese composer Trần Mạnh Hùng. Eat a 9-dish set menu featuring key dishes from Northern, Central, and Southern Vietnam, served with traditional tableware. Experience Vietnam’s first stage with advanced 3D surround sound and immersive audio technology, providing an audio experience from every seat.

Start your tour by departing from Ho Chi Minh City using the Trung Luong Expressway. Arrive at Cai Be to board a boat and visit the floating market on the Tien River. Although it is quieter now, you can learn about traditional Mekong Delta trading practices here. Visit a local business that makes coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn. Taste fresh tropical fruits while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music. Take a hand-rowed sampan ride through the small canals of the Mekong Delta and see rural scenery. Arrive at Tan Phong Island at noon. Have lunch at a local garden house and join a Vietnamese cooking class. Bicycle along village paths through fruit orchards. Meet locals and see their daily activities. Visit Ba Kiet's old house. At 15:30, board a boat to return to Cai Be. Then, return to Ho Chi Minh City around 18:30.

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta by speedboat. Save time by avoiding traffic compared to buses or cars. See the water, coastline, and nature from an open-air boat. Speedboats can access narrow rivers that larger boats or vehicles cannot. Feel a refreshing breeze on hot days as you cruise across the water.

Take a speedboat ride along the Saigon River to see the city and the surrounding nature. Join a small group guided by an English-speaking guide. Visit the Phu Chau Floating Temple, located on a small island with a rich history and colorful design. Walk through Binh Quoi Village, designed like a traditional Mekong Delta village with gardens, stilt houses, and peaceful paths. See both urban Saigon and a rural area in one short trip. Drink fresh coconut juice and taste seasonal tropical fruits.

Depart from Ho Chi Minh City at 08:00 and drive to My Tho, a journey of about two hours. Visit the Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, which combines Vietnamese, Chinese, and French architectural styles. Take a boat ride on the Mekong River to Ben Tre. Visit coconut candy and honey farms along the way. Have a local lunch on either Turtle Island or Unicorn Island. The meal often features elephant ear fish. Go on a sampan ride through calm canals. Listen to local folk music and taste tropical fruits. Return to Ho Chi Minh City around 17:00 - 18:00.

Explore two major attractions in Southern Vietnam on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Begin with a hotel pickup and travel by limousine to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Learn their history, crawl through passages, and try the shooting range. Afterwards, have a Vietnamese lunch, including vegan options. Proceed to My Tho in the Mekong Delta. Cruise along the Mekong River and ride a sampan through narrow canals with coconut palms. Visit a bee house, taste tropical fruits with honey tea, and listen to traditional live music by locals. Then, return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

Begin your day with hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City and travel through the countryside to the Ben Duoc section of the Cu Chi Tunnels. Start with a documentary about the tunnels' role in the Vietnam War, then see the underground network used by guerrilla fighters. Crawl through passages to see kitchens, living quarters, and meeting rooms, and learn about survival tactics used by the soldiers. Visit the weapons room to see how arms were made, and test your aim at the shooting range with an AK-47. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon.

Leave Ho Chi Minh City in the morning and travel 60 km to the Cu Chi Tunnels. After a 1.5-hour drive, watch a short documentary on the tunnels’ history during the Vietnam War. Walk through the underground passages once used by guerrilla fighters, where you will see kitchens, living quarters, hospitals, and meeting rooms. Learn about the design of traps and the crafting of weapons. Picture this area when it was a heavily bombed “Free Target Zone.” Try firing war-era guns at the shooting range. After visiting, return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Get picked up from your hotel or meeting point and head to the Mekong Delta. See rice fields before arriving at My Tho. First, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, which features Vietnamese, Khmer, and Chinese architecture. Then take a boat ride on the Mekong River, passing Dragon, Phoenix, Tortoise, and Unicorn islets. Visit fruit orchards and villages, and ride a sampan through coconut-lined canals. Stop at local homes to taste fruits, honey tea, and wine while listening to traditional music. Have a Vietnamese lunch (vegan options available). After lunch, go to Ben Tre, which is known for its coconuts. Visit a farm to see how coconut candy, rice paper, and other products are made. Relax in a hammock or bike around the village. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.

Board the _Elite of Saigon_ in the evening for a cruise on the Saigon River. Start with a welcome at the port before sailing. Pass by the skyline of Ho Chi Minh City, seeing the landmarks as the city lights reflect on the water. Enjoy an international and Vietnamese dinner buffet with seafood, grilled dishes, and desserts. Listen to live music and watch cultural performances while you dine. Choose to relax on the open-air deck or inside the lounge as the cruise continues. After dining experience, entertainment, and city views, the ship returns to the port, offering a unique view of Saigon at night.

Take a speedboat tour on the Saigon River at sunset. If on a honeymoon, this tour can add memorable moments. Sip a cocktail crafted for the occasion. Learn about the culture and lifestyle of Vietnamese fishermen along the river. Pass by urban complexes like Vinhomes and give a thoughtful gift to your partner during the trip.

Prepare for a half-day tour that covers key landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll see major historical sites, cultural stops, and popular spots in the city center. Visit the Independence (Reunification) Palace and War Remnants Museum. See the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office. Stop at a handicraft lacquerware workshop. Take photos at City Hall and the Ho Chi Minh Statue, and visit Ben Thanh Market.

Start the day with a pickup at the meeting point and drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, taking a 90-minute trip through the Vietnamese countryside. Watch a documentary about the tunnels and their role in the Vietnam War. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnel system and crawl through the tunnels, see living quarters, weapon factories, and command bunkers. Spot hidden trapdoors and booby traps used during the war. Taste cassava and hot tea, foods of Vietnamese guerrilla fighters. Have lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Head to the Mekong Delta and board a boat on the Tien River, passing four islands. Row a sampan through narrow, tree-lined canals. Visit a honey farm and coconut candy workshop. Sample honey tea, tropical fruits, and Mekong sweets. Enjoy live folk music, a traditional Southern Vietnamese performance. Return to Ho Chi Minh City to end the tour.

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels about 70 km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City, and learn about an important part of Vietnamese history. These tunnels serve as a historical site from the war period. The network spans 250 km underground and includes various structures. You will see trenches, docks, and battle zones. The tunnels also house dining areas, sleeping quarters, meeting rooms, and living spaces. Additionally, there are facilities for military medicine, food storage, drinking water wells, and the Hoang Cam kitchen. This complex gives a detailed look at the resourcefulness and strategies used in a long-term historical conflict.

Get picked up from the hotel early in the morning and head to Vung Tau. Upon arriving at Vung Tau, spend some leisure time at Thuy Van Beach (Back Beach), which stretches for almost 10 km with fine sands and clear waves. Have an authentic Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit several landmarks: the Jesus Christ Statue, Thang Tam Temple (Whale Temple), Bach Dinh (known as Villa Blanche or White Palace), and Cape Nghinh Phong. Take a short break in between. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the early evening, depending on traffic. The trip ends upon arrival.

Start at the designated meeting point. Visit the Independence Palace, a key site from the Vietnam War. Head to the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office (exterior visit only due to restoration). View French colonial architecture and learn about the city's history. Then, go to the War Remnants Museum to see exhibits, including photographs, military artifacts, and stories from the Vietnam War. Enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant. Visit Thien Hau Pagoda, a 19th-century pagoda dedicated to the goddess of seafarers, in Chinatown. Walk through Cho Lon (Big Market), Vietnam’s largest wholesale market. Take a Saigon River water taxi ride and see Ho Chi Minh City's changing skyline. End the tour with a return ride to the meeting point.

Travel to Cu Chi from your hotel by bus, which takes about one and a half hours. On arrival, watch a short video on how the tunnels were built and how people lived during wartime. Explore the tunnel systems featuring living areas with kitchens and bedrooms, as well as storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers. Notice the hidden trap doors and traps used for security. Enjoy tea and cassava, which were common wartime foods. There will be an opportunity to relax or to try shooting a real gun. Return to Ho Chi Minh City at the end of the trip.

Attend a traditional 45-minute water puppet show featuring Vietnamese art. Water puppetry is deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture, especially in rural areas. The performance takes place on a water pool stage. Skilled puppeteers use long bamboo rods and strings to control the puppets from beneath the water's surface. A traditional Vietnamese orchestra accompanies the show with its music. The puppets depict stories from the songs, portraying scenes of everyday life in the Vietnamese countryside.

Join a street food tour in Saigon to explore Vietnam's food scene. Follow local guides through the streets of Ho Chi Minh City, visiting food spots and sampling authentic dishes. Learn about the culture and history behind the cuisine while enjoying the lively atmosphere.