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 10 travelers 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 travelers.
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.
What you'll do
1. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral Church (We do not enter, just to see from the outside).
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon standing in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, is a 19th-century Catholic cathedral with French Gothic architecture, twin bell towers, and ongoing renovation efforts.
2. Saigon Central Post Office
Saigon Central Post Office, a historic building in Vietnam, blends Gothic, Renaissance, and French influences, serving as a functioning post office and popular tourist attraction.
3. The Last Helicopter (We do not enter, just to see from the outside as it is now restricted by the government).
The Last Helicopter is a sculpture located in Ho Chi Minh City, that commemorates the end of the Vietnam War. The sculpture depicts a Huey helicopter, the iconic symbol of the war.
4. The Independence Palace (We do not enter, just to see from the outside).
Independence Palace, or Reunification Palace, in Ho Chi Minh City is a historic landmark and museum, representing Vietnam’s reunification after tanks crashed its gates in 1975.
5. The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
The Thich Quang Duc Monument in Ho Chi Minh City honors the self-immolation of a Buddhist monk, symbolizing resistance and bravery during a turbulent period in Vietnam’s history.
Note: We do enter, just to see from the outside.
6. The Hidden Weapon Bunker
The Hidden Weapon Bunker was orignally built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. The tunnels were served as guerrilla bases and concealed supply and weapon transport from enemy forces.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
DEPARTURE AND RETURN NOTES
Departure details: choose the nearest meeting point in the list below from your accommodation to start the trip.
- Ben Thanh Market
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Church
Return details: return to original departure point
