Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Panoramic Ho Chi Minh City

A Thrilling City with a Dual Past Witness a rich blend of French colonial and old-world Asia. Begin with a stroll along Dong Khoi Street, the main shopping center and heart of old colonial Saigon. Continue to the ornate City Hall and the Opera House, each boasting a grand facade. Briefly stop at the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral, built by the French between 1863 and 1880, and the Central Post Office, an elegant French colonial gem. Immerse yourself in recent history at the Reunification Palace, formerly Independence Palace, where Saigon fell. Head to Chinatown in the bustling Cholon district, then enjoy free time at Bến Thành Market, one of Saigon’s earliest surviving structures; here, you will find all manner of handicrafts to commemorate your visit. Conclude your tour at a lacquer factory, where you can see the work of artisans as they create beautiful wares. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.