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15 Best Historical Tours In Saigon

Saigon’s best days out.

The 15 most popular historical tours, with prices, run times and the operator behind each one. The trips worth building a day around, and what each one actually gets you.

15 Best Historical Tours In Saigon

From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide - Lacquer workshop stop: a quick taste of Vietnamese craft
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From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide

1.From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels with an English guide, hotel pickup, a short documentary, included snacks, and time to return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Most Popular 5.0

“A great half day trip! We set off on time and the van was very comfortable. Service was excellent from Quyen. Thang was very welcoming and so knowledgeable! We really enjoyed seeing the Cu Chi Tunnels and learning all about the history. Would definitely recommend!”

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Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders - Hotel Pickup, Mobile Ticket, and the Simple Start You Want
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Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

2.Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

Saigon by scooter in 4 hours: War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame, Post Office, Jade Pagoda and a hidden weapons cellar. Hotel pickup.

5.0

“Super fun! I love motorbikes, and what a native way to see the city. Flex those abs to stay on! :) I had a short time in HCMC because I was here for work, so Billy was a wonderful guide and took me to places I may not have been able to visit in my…”

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Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour - District 1: colonial landmarks and the shapes of the city
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Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour

Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option - Getting Comfortable: Helmets, Ponchos, and Staying Safe
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Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option

4.Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option

Hotel pickup scooter tour through Saigon’s war and colonial landmarks with included tickets, safety gear, and an optional Ao Dai rider.

5.0

“We had a great time and learned about Vietnam’s history from Tin and Jessie. They both made us feel safe on the motorbikes and was the best way to see the historical sights and getting through the busy roads. I highly recommend this tour!”

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6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack - Pickup from District 1 and the ride out of Ho Chi Minh City
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6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

5.6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

Cu Chi Tunnels tour from Ho Chi Minh City with pickup, English guide, documentary, tunnel crawl, traps, and a free tapioca snack.

5.0

“Really nice tour, our tour guide Bao was amazing and always ready to anwer any questions. I would book it again if i come back as it really is amazing, culture, history and awsome shooting range also. Special thank you to Bao our guide.”

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Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown - Saigon’s French Footprint: Notre Dame and the Central Post Office
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Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown

6.Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown

Ho Chi Minh full-day tour: Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, Cho Lon, and a river water-bus ride with lunch and key tickets.

5.0

“Lovely first day in Vietnam with Thuyen! Picked me up promptly and great communication before the tour even started to coordinate for the day. Sights were exactly as advertised and Thuyen added excellent information and insight.”

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Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour: Vietnam War History Half-Day - The ride where the guide sets the stage
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Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour: Vietnam War History Half-Day

Saigon Historical City Tour - Thich Quang Duc and the story of Buddhist protest
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Saigon Historical City Tour

8.Saigon Historical City Tour

Saigon Historical City Tour offers a 4-hour motorbike ride through HCMC history, French landmarks, Thich Quang Duc, and bunkers with pickup.

5.0

“This was a wonderful experience. Jessie and the other young man (I’m sad I forgot his name) were truly amazing. My 74 year old husband and I felt very safe because they were so reassuring and understanding. I recommend this tour for anyone wanting to go where the locals are. It was wonderful!”

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Saigon US Army Jeep Tours: History, Culture & Street Food - Independence Palace First: Reunification, Architecture, and Meaning
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Saigon US Army Jeep Tours: History, Culture & Street Food

Private Cu Chi Tunnels Tour - Explore History & Off-the-path Local Sites - Pickup, timing, and how the countryside drive sets the tone
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Private Cu Chi Tunnels Tour – Explore History & Off-the-path Local Sites

10.Private Cu Chi Tunnels Tour – Explore History & Off-the-path Local Sites

Private Cu Chi Tunnels tour with hotel pickup, a dedicated guide, rice paper village, and off-the-path history stops outside Ho Chi Minh City.

5.0

“One day tour of tunnels....underwhelming experience. Whipped along like livestock all day, no break for food or coffee. Tuned up from the get go that the driver had other commitments, keep it snappy!! Went to a rice paper place, 15 minuteRead more”

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Cần Giờ Eco-Tour with Monkeys, Crocs & War History - Lunch in Cần Giờ: Simple Seafood Fuel for the Day
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Cần Giờ Eco-Tour with Monkeys, Crocs & War History

11.Cần Giờ Eco-Tour with Monkeys, Crocs & War History

Cần Giờ mangroves with monkeys and crocs, then Saigon’s culture and a Bach Dang dinner cruise with hotel pickup.

5.0

“This tour was rather disappointing. After we booked the dinner cruise online we were then told that the cruise boat was not operating that evening because of Lunar New Year Holiday. So the dinner was swapped for one in a local restaurant. Read more”

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Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage and Chinatown - Independence Palace and French Colonial Stops: Why This Morning Works
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Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage and Chinatown

12.Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage and Chinatown

Full-day Ho Chi Minh City tour mixing French colonial landmarks, the War Remnants Museum, Chinatown in Cho Lon, and a Saigon River Waterbus skyline ride.

4.6

“Our guide Thuyen was fantastic. Her knowledge was extensive and she happily answered questions, even ones unrelated to the place we were visiting. The tour covered many sights but allowed adequate time to look around. Lunch was delicious! Would recommend this tour.”

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From Ho Chi Minh City: Heritage & Culture Half-Day Tour - Morning route: Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, and Notre Dame
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From Ho Chi Minh City: Heritage & Culture Half-Day Tour

13.From Ho Chi Minh City: Heritage & Culture Half-Day Tour

A 4-hour Ho Chi Minh City tour mixing war history, French-era landmarks, markets, temples, and a scenic Saigon River waterbus ride for $26.

4.7

“Heureusement que le guide était excellent car ce tour présente peu d'intérêt : visite rapide de la pagode et du marché chinois , 15 minutes de bateau ... et retour à l'hôtel . Tour trop léger !”

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Early Riser Walk: Grandma Noodles, Cafe, Exotic Fruits & History - Võ Văn Tần and Grandma’s noodles: breakfast that feels personal
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Early Riser Walk: Grandma Noodles, Cafe, Exotic Fruits & History

14.Early Riser Walk: Grandma Noodles, Cafe, Exotic Fruits & History

An early-morning, small-group Saigon walk with grandma noodles, fruit markets, old coffee houses, and real neighborhood stories in 3 hours.

5.0

“Wasn’t flashy or intense, just nice. Good food, interesting streets, easy conversation. Hieu felt genuine and kind. I didn’t feel like a “tourist” for a bit, which is rare. Would do it again tbh.”

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Ho Chi Minh City: Half-day History And Culture Tour - Thien Hau Temple in Cho Lon: Chinatown’s first breath of calm
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Ho Chi Minh City: Half-day History And Culture Tour

15.Ho Chi Minh City: Half-day History And Culture Tour

Half-day Ho Chi Minh City tour with War Remnants Museum, landmarks, Thien Hau Pagoda, and lacquerware making. Hotel pickup included.

4.5

“Our guide Boa and our driver Nam were the best so I hope I e spelled their names correctly. Friendly, professional, and engaging. The stops along the tour were neither too short or two long. Boa's knowledge and English were very helpful and appreciated. We were both able to walk away having learned many new…”

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