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1 Hour Saigon River Tour in Ho Chi Minh
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1 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
Hop on board and join us on a luxury cruise on the Saigon River in the city center of Ho Chi Minh City. During a relaxing 1-hour cruise through the central district of Saigon our guides will provide you with information on the major landmarks and serve you ice cold drinks. The cruise will give you fantastic views of the center and a short break from the hustle bustle of Saigon.
What's Included
- In-person English speaking guide
- Luxury boat with captain
- Good times
- Sliding roof against sun or rain
- Restroom on board
- Drinks and snacks available on purchase
- Food and Drinks (Available for purchase)
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What To Expect
Saigon River
A 1 hour boat tour through the heart of Ho Chi Minh City also know as Saigon. During the trip you will cruise on the Saigon River along the central district 1 and district 4 and pass by new high rise towers as well as some of the best preserved buildings of the city.
• Admission Ticket Free
Located at 1 Dong Khoi Street, this luxury hotel was built in 1925 in a classical French Riviera style by a wealthy local businessman.
• Admission Ticket Free
Tran Hung Dao Statue
The statue of Tran Hung Dao (1231), a Vietnamese royal prince, statesman and military commander. Tran Hung Dao is famed for successfully stopping several Mongol invasions.
• Admission Ticket Free
Nguyen Hue Street
This boulevard name after emperor Nguyen Hue (1753) is one of Saigon's largest boulevards and a walking street running from the Saigon River to the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City (City Hall).
• Admission Ticket Free
Originally built in 1865 the flagpole served as a signal mast for incoming ships. Today's version was constructed in 1900 and carries the Vietnamese flag.
• Admission Ticket Free
Built in 1867 as a mansion to a wealthy business man, the building was converted into its current day status in 1881 and serves as the headquarters of the customs department.
• Admission Ticket Free
Built in 1928 for the Banque de l'Indochine, this building now houses the Saigon branch of the State Bank of Vietnam.
• Admission Ticket Free
Mong Bridge
One of the oldest bridges in Saigon and built by the company once led by Gustave Eiffel.
• Admission Ticket Free
Ben Nghe channel is a waterway on Ho Chi Minh City and used to be a center of commerce due to its location.
• Admission Ticket Free
The Thu Thiem Tunnel is the first and only tunnel under the Saigon River and is part of an important highway.
• Admission Ticket Free
One of the oldest buildings in ho Chi Minh City, built in 1862. The building used to be the original port and is now home to the Ho Chi Minh museum.
• Admission Ticket Free
Home to the Saigon port. District 4 is an island located between the Saigon River and two canals and is Ho Chi Minh City's densest neighborhood.
• Admission Ticket Free
Thu Thiem originally a largely uninhabited swampland will become Ho Chi Minh City's most modern district with residential areas, offices and large parks.
• Admission Ticket Free
Bitexco Financial Tower
At its completion in 2010, Bitexco Tower was the tallest skyscraper in Vietnam. It's design has been inspired by the lotus flower, the national flower of Vietnam.
• Admission Ticket Free
A temple on the Saigon River bank and one of the very few surviving old buildings in Thu Thiem.
• Admission Ticket Free
An iconic skyscraper in Vietnam housing many national and international companies and the Vietcombank.
• Admission Ticket Free
A historic building on the Saigon river housing the Southern Naval Command Office.
• Admission Ticket Free
Cau Ba Son
The latest addition to bridges spanning the Saigon River and named after the Ba Son Shipyard.
• Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam's tallest skyscraper and the 2nd tallest tower in Southeast Asia.
• Admission Ticket Free
Until 2008 the only bridge connecting the center with District 2 and a vital gateway to Ho Chi Minh City.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Saigon Boat Company
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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