Day 1
Colonial Saigon
- 8:30District 3Sight
- 11:00District 1Sight
- 14:00Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of SaigonDistrict 1Sight
- 14:30District 1Sight
Day by day
Day 2
Ben Thanh and Nguyen Hue
- 9:00District 1Sight
- 11:30District 1Sight
- 17:00District 1Sight
- 19:00Nguyen Hue Walking StreetDistrict 1Walk
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Day 3
Cu Chi Tunnels
- 8:00Cu ChiDay trip
Day 4
The Mekong Delta
- 7:30Mekong DeltaBen TreDay trip
Day 5
Cholon
- 9:00District 1Sight
- 11:00District 6Sight
- 13:30District 5Sight
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Ho Chi Minh City questions
Is 5 days enough for Ho Chi Minh City?
Five days covers central sites plus one day each at Cu Chi and the Mekong Delta. Schedule the longer day trips on separate days to avoid rushing returns to District 1.
Do I need to book Cu Chi Tunnels ahead?
Book Cu Chi Tunnels tours one day in advance for an 8:00 departure from District 1. Advance booking secures transport and skips on-site ticket lines that form after 9:00.
How do I get to the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City?
Take a 7:30 organized tour from District 1 that includes boat transfers to Ben Tre. Public buses run but add two hours each way and require separate local boat hires.
What time does Ben Thanh Market open?
Ben Thanh Market opens at 6:00 and stays busy until 18:00. Arrive before 9:00 for lower prices on food stalls and easier movement between aisles.
