Rest in Ho Chi Minh City is a great opportunity to enjoy the picturesque landscapes, see unique historical monuments, and enjoy Vietnamese dishes.
The main activities in Ho Chi Minh City
- Active: the resort invites tourists to go on a boat trip on the Mekong River, on a bicycle or safari tour, go to the Kanzo mangrove swamps (you will be offered to ride along the mangrove canals on a sampan, go fishing or go on a crab hunt), visit the Ho Chi Minh Zoo, a park Dam Sheen (the royal and bird gardens, a sports center and a water park brought him fame), the Dai Nam amusement park, see puppet shows taking place on the water.
- Beachfront: if your priority is a beach holiday, you can relax on the beaches of Vung Tau, famous for their well-developed entertainment infrastructure.
- Excursion: excursion programs include visiting the Cathedral of Our Lady of Saigon, the Reunification Palace (wander through the halls, look at interesting exhibitions and a film about the history of the palace), the Vin Nghiem pagoda, a visit to the Museum of War Relics and a lacquer factory, a trip to the Kat Tiet National Park. For those who wish, an excursion to the Ku Chi area (it is famous for its underground tunnels) is organized - you will see a diagram of the tunnels, visit parts of some underground passages, and look into the museum located here. And for an additional fee, guests are allowed here to shoot from American machine guns.
Prices for tours to Ho Chi Minh City
You can relax in Ho Chi Minh City all year round, but December-April is considered the best time to relax in this Vietnamese resort. And since this period is high season, you should be prepared for high prices for vouchers. In addition, prices go up during holiday events such as the South Fruit Festival.
Those who want to save money can book tours to Ho Chi Minh City during the rainy season, which lasts from May to November. The rains will not interfere with the rest, since they are short-lived, but the prices for tours during this period become quite attractive.
On a note
Theft is rampant in Ho Chi Minh City - despite the fact that the police are constantly on duty near the main attractions and in tourist places, you should not carry a lot of money and valuables with you (rent a safe for this purpose in your hotel).
When crossing the road, be extremely careful - even when the green light is on, local drivers do not give way to pedestrians.
Since it is expensive to call abroad from a hotel, and street telephones are losing their popularity, it is advisable to make calls from special telephone booths.
From Ho Chi Minh City, tourists are advised to bring silk, traditional Vietnamese clothing, military-themed souvenirs, handicrafts made of stone and wood, Asian-style paintings, lacquered miniatures, spices and sauces.
