Wartime Saigon Historical Tour with Lunch and Guided Insights Discount Tickets

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Overview

Uncover the poignant history of wartime Saigon on a guided tour that unveils key landmarks from the Vietnam War era. Visit the memorial site outside the U.S. Consulate, explore the former CIA building, and enjoy a drink at the Rex Hotel's rooftop café, known for its rich historical significance. Delve into the Reunification Palace, once the heart of political power, and learn about the U.S. Ambassador's residence where crucial decisions were made. Savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch at Pho Binh, a site of historical importance during the Tet Offensive, while reflecting on the past through a curated photo gallery. - Explore Saigon's wartime history with a knowledgeable guide - Visit significant sites, including the U.S. Consulate and Reunification Palace - Enjoy a refreshing drink at the historic Rex Hotel rooftop café - Savor authentic pho at Pho Binh, a former Viet Cong planning site

Pickup Information

Hotel pickup is available from all districts within Ho Chi Minh City. Please be ready in your hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. The exact pickup time will be confirmed via message or email after booking.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Former U.S. Embassy
A small shrine just outside the U.S. Consulate—an iconic site symbolizing America's involvement in the Vietnam War. Learn about the final helicopter evacuations of American citizens in April 1975.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Former CIA Building (Exterior Visit Only) Stop outside the building made famous by the iconic image of Americans boarding a helicopter on the rooftop during the fall of Saigon. This moment marked the end of a tumultuous chapter in history.
Duration: 30 mins
3. The Independence Palace
Explore the former presidential residence of the South Vietnamese government. This architectural landmark witnessed many key political decisions and was famously stormed by tanks on April 30, 1975.
Duration: 30 mins
4. The Secret Weapons Cellar
It was a hidden base for storing weapons and sheltering personnel of Saigon Special Forces Unit 5, which specialized in attacking the Independence Palace
Duration: 30 mins
5. Rex Hotel Rooftop Bar
Enjoy a refreshing drink at the legendary rooftop bar of the Rex Hotel. Once a key hub for international journalists and military briefings, the hotel offers sweeping views of downtown Saigon and historical insights from your guide.
Duration: 30 mins
6. Phở Bình
Late Lunch at Pho Binh – Viet Cong Planning Site Savor a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup (pho) at Pho Binh, a humble restaurant that once served as the secret command center for the 1968 Tet Offensive. After lunch, explore the upstairs photo gallery documenting the role of this location during the war.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Entrance fees

In-vehicle air conditioning

Professional English-Speaking Guide

Authentic Vietnamese Lunch at Pho Binh

Exclusion

Tips

Surcharge for other languages (except English)

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

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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