Saigon in Depth

Day 1: Saigon in Depth

SAIGON IN DEPTH PICK UP: 07:30 – 08:00 (the time of pick up depends on your accommodation’s exact position) ROUTE: HCM City Itinerary: You’ll visit The Car Garage of the Saigon Special Force, a fascinating underground hideout that once played a secret role during wartime. Then, stop by Do Phu Coffee Shop, a historic cafe that used to serve as a covert meeting place for the Special Force — now the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of authentic Vietnamese coffee. Continue your journey to Saigon’s largest wholesale flower market, where vibrant colors and fragrances fill the air, and explore the lively Cambodian Market, a unique blend of cultures and local flavors. Discover the mysterious Ghost Apartment, an abandoned building hidden in the heart of Chinatown (District 5), and admire the beauty of ancient Chinese temples and pagodas, steeped in spiritual and architectural charm. You’ll also wander through specialized local markets and the famous Binh Tay Market, where the bustling energy of Saigon’s trading life comes alive. Throughout the tour, enjoy a variety of traditional Vietnamese foods and local drinks, giving you a genuine taste of Saigon’s rich culinary culture.