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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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

SAIGON WATER BUS STATION ENTRANCE (BACH DANG PIER IN DISTRICT 1)- 10B Ton Duc Thang, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1 Meet us at the entrance of the Waterbus Station. PLEASE BE AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE TOUR ON THE DEPARTURE POINT. THE BOAT WILL NOT WAIT. NO REFUNDS FOR LATE.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. 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.
2. Hotel Majestic Saigon
Located at 1 Dong Khoi Street, this luxury hotel was built in 1925 in a classical French Riviera style by a wealthy local businessman.
3. 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.
4. 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).
5. Thu Ngu Flagpole
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.
6. Ho Chi Minh City Customs Department
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.
7. State Bank of Vietnam - HCMC Office
Built in 1928 for the Banque de l'Indochine, this building now houses the Saigon branch of the State Bank of Vietnam.
8. Mong Bridge
One of the oldest bridges in Saigon and built by the company once led by Gustave Eiffel.
9. rạch Bến Nghé
Ben Nghe channel is a waterway on Ho Chi Minh City and used to be a center of commerce due to its location.
10. Sài Gòn River Tunnel
The Thu Thiem Tunnel is the first and only tunnel under the Saigon River and is part of an important highway.
11. Bến Nhà Rồng - Bảo tàng Hồ Chí Minh
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.
12. Tan Son Nhat
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.
13. Thủ Thiêm Bridge
Thu Thiem originally a largely uninhabited swampland will become Ho Chi Minh City's most modern district with residential areas, offices and large parks.
14. 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.
15. Đền Quan Lớn Đệ Tam
A temple on the Saigon River bank and one of the very few surviving old buildings in Thu Thiem.
16. Vietcombank Tower Saigon
An iconic skyscraper in Vietnam housing many national and international companies and the Vietcombank.
17. Bộ Tư Lệnh Hải Quân Phía Nam
A historic building on the Saigon river housing the Southern Naval Command Office.
18. Cau Ba Son
The latest addition to bridges spanning the Saigon River and named after the Ba Son Shipyard.
19. Landmark 81
Vietnam's tallest skyscraper and the 2nd tallest tower in Southeast Asia.
20. Cầu Sài Gòn
Until 2008 the only bridge connecting the center with District 2 and a vital gateway to Ho Chi Minh City.

Inclusion

In-person English speaking guide

Luxury boat with captain

Good times

Sliding roof against sun or rain

On-board restrooms

Drinks and snacks available on purchase

Exclusion

Food and Drinks (Available for purchase)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

Supplied by Saigon Boat Company

Reviews

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Based on 615 reviews

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