Ho Chi Minh City Tour Full DayAre you planning a trip to Saigon and looking for a convenient way to visit all the iconic landmarks in just one day? Booking a private car rental with driver Ho Chi Minh City tour through Vietnam Budget Car Rental is the perfect solution for your journey. Below is our suggested Ho Chi Minh City tour full day, along with a transparent price list and helpful travel tips to ensure you will enjoy Saigon to the fullest. Overview of Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City (HCMC) was officially named in 1976 after President Ho Chi Minh, the great national leader who led Vietnam to independence. However, local residents and international travelers still affectionately refer to the city as Saigon.
Throughout its rich 300-year history, this vibrant metropolis was once celebrated as the "Pearl of the Far East" for its magnificent French colonial architecture, bustling trade networks, and strategic geographical location. Today, Ho Chi Minh City has grown into Vietnam's largest economic, financial, and cultural hub. Ho Chi Minh city tour full day itineraryTo help you discover Saigon's rich history, top attractions, street food, and local life of the Saigonese, Vietnam Budget Car Rental has designed an ideal itinerary for your full-day Saigon tour. This thoroughly planned route allows you to explore all the major landmarks comfortably without feeling rushed. Morning07:45 AM: Hotel pick-up after breakfast Your private English speaking driver will greet you in your hotel lobby after breakfast and take you on your full-day Saigon tour. 08:00 AM - 08:20 AM | Tan Dinh Church You will take photos in front of this iconic Gothic landmark, which is famous for its bright pastel-pink exterior.
Tan Dinh Church Entrance fee: Free. Opening hours:
08:30 AM - 09:00 AM | Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office You can admire Notre Dame Cathedral from the outside as it undergoes restoration. Right next door, you will explore the Saigon Central Post Office, designed by French architects in the late 19th century with a grand vaulted ceiling, vintage telephone booths, and historic hand-painted maps.
Notre Dame Cathedral and Saigon Central Post Office Entrance fee: Free for both sites. Opening hours (Saigon Central Post Office):
09:05 AM - 10:45 AM | Independence Palace You will explore Independence Palace, which originally served as Norodom Palace during the French colonial era. You can walk through official presidential reception halls, executive meeting rooms, secret war command bunkers hidden underneath, and a peaceful surrounding park.
Independence Palace Palace admission ticket: Adults: 40,000 VND/person; Children: 10,000 VND/person. Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM daily. 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Jade Emperor Pagoda You will visit this sacred temple dedicated to the Jade Emperor, featuring intricate traditional wood carvings and the fragrant smoke of burning incense. The pagoda was built by the Chinese community in the early 20th century and contains hundreds of intricate statues. This famous landmark gained international attention when former U.S. President Barack Obama visited it in 2016.
Jade Emperor Pagoda Entrance fee: Free. Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM daily. 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM | Lunch & rest Your driver transports you to a highly recommended local restaurant in District 1, where you can enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine and recharge your energy. Afternoon01:00 PM - 02:00 PM | War Remnants Museum Your tour continues with an insightful visit to the War Remnants Museum, where you can explore historical military artifacts, armored vehicles, and powerful photographic exhibitions that offer deeper insights into Vietnam's wartime history.
War Remnants Museum Entrance fee: 60,000 VND/person. Opening hours: 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM daily. 02:15 PM - 03:05 PM | Fito Museum Your driver will take you to District 10 to visit Vietnam's first private traditional medicine museum. You will discover six floors of impressive wooden architecture featuring hand-carved panels from Northern Vietnam, over 3,000 historical items, ancient medicine preparation tools, and rare books on herbal remedies.
Fito Museum Entrance fee: 180,000 VND/person. Opening hours: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM daily. 03:25 PM - 04:10 PM | Cholon & Thien Hau Temple Your journey continues to Cholon (Chợ Lớn - Saigon's Chinatown), a vibrant heritage neighborhood representing the rich culture of the Chinese-Vietnamese community. You will check-in Thien Hau Temple, which was founded in 1760 to honor Mazu (the Goddess of the Sea). Inside, you can admire intricate wooden carvings, colorful ceramic roof decorations, traditional altars, and enormous spiral incense coils hanging from the ceiling.
Thien Hau Temple Entrance fee: Free. Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 05:30 PM daily. 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM | Ben Thanh Market Your final sightseeing stop is Ben Thanh Market, one of the most iconic landmarks and oldest traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City. You can explore hundreds of stalls selling local handicrafts, traditional souvenirs, Vietnamese coffee, dried fruits, silk products, clothing, and lacquerware.
Ben Thanh Market Entrance fee: Free. Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM daily. 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM | Return journey & Hotel Drop-off Your chauffeur will safely load all your shopping bags into the vehicle and drive you back to your hotel, completing an unforgettable car rental with driver Ho Chi Minh City tour. Recommended lunch suggestions in District 1Pho Viet Nam - Phở Việt Nam Pho Viet Nam is a well-known dining spot specializing in traditional Vietnamese beef pho served in signature stone bowls. This unique serving method keeps the flavorful broth piping hot throughout your meal. Address: 14 Pham Hong Thai Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1. Price: 65,000 - 160,000 VND/dish. Cuc Gach Quan - Cục Gạch Quán Cuc Gach Quan is a vintage-style restaurant serving authentic Vietnamese home-cooked meals. Many international celebrities, including Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, have visited this location to experience its unique heritage charm. Address: 10 Dang Tat Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1. Price: 120,000 - 300,000 VND/dish. Secret Garden Restaurant Secret Garden Restaurant is a tranquil rooftop dining venue serving traditional Vietnamese home-cooked dishes. The restaurant offers a peaceful escape with vintage lanterns and rustic wooden furniture, giving diners a warm taste of authentic Vietnamese countryside culture. Address: Rooftop, 158 Pasteur Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1. Price: 85,000 - 495.000 VND/dish. Ho Chi Minh City private tour car rental rates
Which car should you choose for your Saigon City tour?Are you wondering which vehicle size is best suited to your group for a comfortable Saigon city tour? Don’t worry! Vietnam Budget Car Rental provides a simple guide in the image below to help you choose the right vehicle for your trip.
Form Booking RequestedSales Email: support@vietnamtrustcarrental.com Frequently asked questionsCan I customize my itinerary during the Ho Chi Minh City tour full day? Answer: You can completely customize your itinerary based on your personal travel preferences. Our professional chauffeur will happily adjust the route and waiting locations according to your requested stops. How far in advance should we book a private car for the Saigon City tour? Answer: You should book your private vehicle at least 1 - 2 days in advance to secure your preferred car model. Vietnam Budget Car Rental also accepts urgent same-day bookings subject to vehicle availability. Do you provide child safety seats? Answer: Vietnam Budget Car Rental provides complimentary child safety seats. You can simply inform our support team about your child’s age when making the booking. |
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