Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Overview
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Ho Chi Minh City, still often referred to by its original name of Saigon, is a fast-paced city full of contrasts, where street vendors selling fruit and vegetables can be seen next to glitzy, Western-style bars and boutiques. Learn about the city's turbulent past and enjoy glimpses of its fascinating modern-day culture on this city tour. A guide unravels Saigon’s history, from the 1859 capture of the city by the French to the dramatic period of the 1950s, '60s and '70s. You'll see attractions like Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum and Central Post Office.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Asiana Link Travel
We pick up guests at several hotels; your hotel might be the first, so please be ready by 08:30a.m./12:30p.m. After warmly welcoming and gathering all of our esteemed guests, our exciting journey will commence with an exploration of a carefully curated selection of mesmerizing must-see attractions. Today, you'll delve into the essence of our vibrant city, immersing ourselves in its captivating tapestry of history, culture, and captivating stories.
The Independence Palace
The Reunification Palace is a historic landmark that played a significant role in the country's history. You can explore its many rooms and halls, including the president's office, meeting rooms, and underground command center. The palace is filled with artifacts and memorabilia from the war era, providing an immersive glimpse into Vietnam's past.
What‘s Included
Transportation by Air-conditional minivan
All Fees and Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off (only Districts 1, 3, 4)
Drinking water (01 bottle of 500ml/Person)
Vietnamese English-speaking guide
Personal expenses
Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)
Travel insurance
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Shore Excursion Phu My
Duration: 9 hours: Including a 4-hour roundtrip transfer from Phu My Port to Ho Chi Minh City
Lunch: Vietnamese Set Menu 5-course
Convenience Pick-up & Drop-off: Flexible pick-up time & return to the cruise on time. Pick-up from outside Phu My Port's gate.
Pickup included
Personal Tour by Retro Jeep
Duration: 4 hours
Retro Jeep: Explore safely and comfortably in our Retro WW2-style Jeep, able to stand up and capture the city's traffic chaos.
Complimentary Pick-up: Applied for all hotels & places within District 1, 3 & 4
Pickup included
Personal Tour by Private Car
Personalized & Flexible
Duration: 4 hours
Complimentary pick-up: Applied for all hotels & places in Ho Chi Minh City
Pickup included
Personal Tour by Scooter
Duration: 4 hours
Scooter with provided helmet: Enjoy a unique experience as you transfer on the back of a scooter (motorbike) with a friendly driver.
Complimentary Pick-up : Applied for all hotels & places in Ho Chi Minh City
Pickup included
Small-group by Mini-Van
Duration: 4 hours
Shared Van
Complimentary Pick-up: Applied for all hotels & places within District 1, 3 & 4
Pickup included
Reviews
826 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This tour is about right...
Phillip Y,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an unformative brief introduction to Saigon. Most major areas are covered and the guide Nam, was very good. We enjoyed it.
Vietnam full of flavour
chrisandmelle,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with a very knowledgeable and interesting guide. We had a fabulous afternoon, thanks
Historic tour
maurice w,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.005 excellent tool with an excellent Tour guy that assisted and had a lot of information that passed along very courteous, professional and respectful
Great morning in Ho Chi Minh
Nancy R,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our city tour. We were able to see the main attractions in the city and our guide did an excellent job giving us details about each place on the tour.
A good, informative trip...
Victoria C,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A good, informative trip exploring some of the highlights of the city. Vin, our guide was very knowledgeable and fun.
Great guide. Johnny was...
Lisa P,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide. Johnny was very caring and explained well. I liked the itinerary and the pacing of the stops
Great War Memorial Museum tour!
ProtonNeutron1492,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The highlight of the tour was the visit to the Unification Palace & the War Memorial Museum. Our guide was Barney! He was an excellent guide… He was very well informed, spoke excellent English. He was nonjudgmental in delivering a difficult version of the Vietnam War… I highly recommend this tour and Barney as a tour guide!!! Thank you
A not to be missed private car tour of the iconic HCM sites!
Getaway43544,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely amazing time on our 4 hour iconic landmarks tour by private car. Our guide, Duc, from Asiana Link Travel was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, friendly, and helpful. He anticipated our every need, answered all of our questions and steered us through crowds with expertise on a very hot day. He even gave us some great restaurant tips! We saw so much in 4 hours! Some highlights were the Emperor Jade Pagoda, Ben Thanh Market, the Post Office, the Lacquer shop, the War & Remembrance Museum, Independence Palace. The pace and timing was perfect! All in all an amazing tour! Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful...
Ian P,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience on our private half-day Saigon city tour, and our guide Kay truly made it exceptional. From the very beginning, Kay was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about Ho Chi Minh City’s history, culture, and daily life. The private format was perfect—it allowed us to move at a comfortable pace, ask plenty of questions, and focus on the places that interested us most. Kay thoughtfully planned the itinerary, covering key landmarks while also sharing stories and insights that brought the city to life. Every stop felt meaningful, and we never felt rushed.
1st time Vietnam visitor
Julie-Anne H,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was my 1st experience in Saigon My guide was lui he was super friendly and knowledgeable had a great time on the tour Worth doing to orientate yourself in a new city
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