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Ho Chi Minh City in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Ho Chi Minh City lets you add the Mekong Delta. This 2-day itinerary covers Củ Chi and the city on day one and the Mekong on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Củ Chi & city
  2. 2Day 2: Mekong Delta
  3. 3Floating markets
  4. 4River cruise evening

Day 1: Củ Chi & city

Explore the tunnels and Saigon’s landmarks.

Day 2: Mekong Delta

Cruise the canals and visit villages.

Evening: river cruise

Dine on the Saigon River.

Ho Chi Minh City in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Ho Chi Minh City?
Two days covers the Củ Chi Tunnels and city on day one, and a Mekong Delta day trip on day two, a great mix of war history, city life and river landscapes.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Ho Chi Minh City?
The Củ Chi Tunnels, the War Remnants Museum, a Mekong Delta day trip, a street-food tour, and a Saigon River dinner cruise.
Is the Mekong Delta worth it from Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes — gliding through the canals, visiting orchards and seeing rural river life makes the Mekong Delta one of the most rewarding day trips from Saigon.