Saigon Jeep Tour : HIGHLIGHTS & HIDDEN GEMS By Vietnam Army Jeep

Overview

Explore the top 4 must-see attractions of Saigon, including the iconic Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, The Central Post Office and the War Remnants Museum. Journey off the beaten path into hidden gems of the city to experience the real Saigon where locals live, work, trade, and dine.

Itinerary

1. Poste centrale

   Start at the iconic Central Post Office - Admire the French colonial architecture of this historic landmark. We got about 5 to 10 minutes for stopping to take photos. On the first part of our Saigon Jeep Tours, we'll drive around and pass by the highlights of Saigon's Central Business District, District 1, and District 3. We'll tick off 3 top famous attractions of the city, including the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Vietnam War Museum. This will give you an idea of where these places are, so you can come back and explore them further at your leisure.

   · 10 min

2. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

   Drive to the nearby Notre Dame Cathedral and take in the beautiful neo-Romanesque facade. We got about 5 to 10 minutes for stopping to take photos. On the first part of our Saigon Jeep Tours, we'll drive around and pass by the highlights of Saigon's Central Business District, District 1, and District 3. We'll tick off 3 top famous attractions of the city, including the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Vietnam War Museum. This will give you an idea of where these places are, so you can come back and explore them further at your leisure.

   · 5 min

3. Musée des vestiges de la guerre (Nha Trung Bay Toi Ac Chien Tranh)

   Continue to the War Remnants Museum to learn about Vietnam's tumultuous history and the American War. Spend time exploring the thought-provoking exhibits. We got about 5 to 10 minutes for stopping to take photos.

   · 10 min

4. Palais de la réunification

   Next, visit the Independence Palace, the former residence of the President of South Vietnam. Wander through the grand halls and gardens. We got about 5 to 10 minutes for stopping to take photos.

   · 10 min

5. Ben Thanh Market

   Head to the bustling Ben Thanh Market, a hub of local commerce. Explore the stalls selling handicrafts, textiles, street food and more. We got about 5 to 10 minutes for stopping to take photos.

   · 5 min

6. Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings

   Depart the main tourist sites and venture into the backstreets and residential neighborhoods. Drive through narrow alleys to get a glimpse of everyday local life. The second part of the tour takes you to the lesser-known districts of Saigon, including Districts 3, 5, 6, 10, and 11. We'll expose you to the real Saigon and give you a day-in-the-life experience of the city. We'll take you through parts of the city that other travel companies don't usually venture into, including maze-like backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets, and black marketplaces. You'll get to experience where and how locals live, work, dine, study, pray and play. On this Saigon Jeep Tour, we don't just show you the good side but also the bad and weird sides of the destination. For us, the popular tourist sites are just the tip of the iceberg, and the real experiences are hidden in the parts unknown.

   · 50 min

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

We pick up around 7:50 - 8:05 am. Please get ready for the trip during this time.

How to use your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Weather is not a concern for our Jeep Tours. We conduct tours no matter the rain or sunshine. In case it rains, we do provide rain ponchos and soft roof.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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