Day 04: Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at the hotel. You will be picked up from the pick-up point in District 1 at (07:30- 08:00 am).
Take the morning city tour to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, a
witness to the fierce Vietnam War that ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall
for official receptions. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as
the Notre Dame Cathedral (view from outside only) built between 1877 and 1883, the historic Central
Post Office - one of the city’s major landmarks. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants
Museum, one of the most famous historical attractions in Ho Chi Minh. Coming to the War Remnants
Museum, you can learn a part of how Vietnamese struggled and fought for their independence,
freedom, and peace of the nation, as well as the local's perspective of the Vietnam War. Have lunch
with Vietnamese food at a local restaurant. Afternoon drive to Cu Chi Tunnels: the network of over
200 km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the war. In their heyday, the
tunnels were functioning underground cities, including numerous trap doors, specially constructed
living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens.
After a short introduction video showing how the tunnels were constructed, you will have a chance to
crawl into a short section of the tunnels to feel the oppressive narrowness and heat inside. Experience
the thrill of firing an M15, AK-47, and carbine rifle (at guests own extra cost). Return to Ho Chi Minh
later in the day. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
