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Story Of Saigon Afternoon Group Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

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Activity provider: Discova Vietnam
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Half-day tour in Ho Chi Minh City, taking in Hầm Vũ Khí Bí Mật Secret Weapon Cellar, Milktea & Coffee LEO and Independence Palace. Run by Discova Vietnam, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Milktea & Coffee LEO
  • Independence Palace
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Turtle Lake
  • Runs 4 hours
  • Expert English-speaking local guide

Story Of Saigon Afternoon Group Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $50.7 per person
Duration4 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 4-hour experience from Ho Chi Minh City, built around Milktea & Coffee LEO, Independence Palace and War Remnants Museum. It is run by Discova Vietnam, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Expert English-speaking local guide, Cyclo ride through Bàn Co neighborhood, Traditional Vietnamese "sock coffee" tasting, All entrance fees and Small group experience with a maximum of 12 guests. It does not cover Additional food and beverages beyond those specified, Personal purchases and souvenirs, Gratuities for guide and cyclo driver and Hotel pick-up and drop-off, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Đài tưởng niệm Bồ tát Thích Quảng Đức. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Discova Vietnam before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Đài tưởng niệm Bồ tát Thích Quảng Đức

Hầm Vũ Khí Bí Mật Secret Weapon Cellar

Visit, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Milktea & Coffee LEO

Coffee, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Independence Palace

Visit, Guided tour (1.5 hours)

War Remnants Museum

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (70 minutes)

Turtle Lake

Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Đài tưởng niệm Bồ tát Thích Quảng Đức

Hầm Vũ Khí Bí Mật Secret Weapon Cellar: Visit, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Milktea & Coffee LEO: Coffee, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Independence Palace: Visit, Guided tour (1.5 hours)

War Remnants Museum: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (70 minutes)

Turtle Lake: Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Includes

  • Expert English-speaking local guide
  • Cyclo ride through Bàn Co neighborhood
  • Traditional Vietnamese "sock coffee" tasting
  • All entrance fees
  • Small group experience with a maximum of 12 guests

Excludes

  • Additional food and beverages beyond those specified
  • Personal purchases and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for guide and cyclo driver (optional)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Important information

Meeting point

Đài tưởng niệm Bồ tát Thích Quảng Đức

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 4 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $50.7
$50.7
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 2 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
H
Helen
August 14, 2026

Very good tour. Our guide Daniel (Duong) was very informative and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.

5
M
Marco
August 8, 2026

Wir hatten eine großartige Tour mit Duong. Unser Guide Duong erklärte uns alles und hatte für jede Frage Verständnis. Die Tour war ein tolles Erlebnis zu Vietnams Geschichte.

Frequently Asked Questions

Đài tưởng niệm Bồ tát Thích Quảng Đức
The price does not cover additional food and beverages beyond those specified, personal purchases and souvenirs, gratuities for guide and cyclo driver (optional) and hotel pick-up and drop-off. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Expert English-speaking local guide, Cyclo ride through Bàn Co neighborhood, Traditional Vietnamese "sock coffee" tasting, All entrance fees, Small group experience with a maximum of 12 guests
The duration of the Story Of Saigon Afternoon Group Tour is typically 4 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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