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Tours/Ho Chi Minh City/Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour

Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour

5.0(42)Ho Chi Minh City8–9 hours
VIATOR5.0(8)TRIPADVISOR5.0(34)
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
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Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour

At a glance

Duration
8–9 hours
Price from
$95 / person
Location
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 42 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
MAIKA TOURS

Description

On this guided PRIVATE tour you’ll experience Vietnam’s rich tapestry of history, culture and lifestyles with a local guide. We’ll venture to ‘every corner’ of Ho Chi Minh City, soaking up the city’s iconic French colonial architecture and its bustling local markets. This tour includes visits to... • The City’s Biggest Flower Market • The Beautiful Thien Hau Temple • The Former CIA Building • The War Remnants Museum • The Independence Palace • Notre-Dame Cathedral • Opera House and City Hall  • Vietnamese Coffee

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8 times a day, 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 17
Adult (ages 12+)
$95
Child (ages 3–9)
$55
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.

Tour Options

Pickup From Hiep Phuoc Port 9 hours

Deluxe Duration: 9 hours Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch Return Trip - Hiep Phuoc Port Air-conditioned Vehicle Pickup included

Pickup From Nha Rong Port 9 hours

Deluxe Duration: 9 hours Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch Return Trip From Nha Rong Port Air-conditioned Vehicle Pickup included

Pickup From City Centre 9 hours

Deluxe Duration: 9 hours Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch Pickup & Drop-off Included Air-conditioned Vehicle Pickup included

Pickup From Phu My Port 11 hours

Quality Guaranteed Duration: 11 hours 8-Course Set Menu Hot Lunch Return Trip From Phu My Port Air-conditioned Vehicle Pickup included

Itinerary

Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
30 min

Lets Go! We start our great day by heading for a beautiful stroll through the pretty Ho Thi Ky Flower Market, the biggest in Ho Chi Minh City! You’ll get to view the daily life of the city’s local traders as you are dazzled by the scents and kaleidoscope of colors while we navigate through the narrow winding streets of the market before we explore the Saigon Chinatown.

Ba Thien Hau Temple
60 min

Gaze At Cholon - Chinatown Saigon Cholon, which directly translates to “Big Market”, was first established in the late 1700’s when a large number of Hoa, an ethnic Chinese minority residing in Vietnam. Thien Hau is widely considered the most beautiful temple in the area and really worth paying a visit! After visiting this legendary temple, we will head to Secret Weapon Cellar.

The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
60 min

Secret Saigon Underground The NLF dug numerous secret cellars in the heart of Saigon to store weapons and explosives brought from rural bases such as Cu Chi for fighting against the South Government, particularly the 1968 Tet Offensive. Early in 1967 the house’s owner, Trần Văn Lai, dug two cellars underneath the house to store pistols, rifles, grenades and over 350kg of TNT were transported there in hollowed-out boxes and specially-adapted wickerwork baskets and plant pots. After visiting this historic place, we will head to the memorial of Thich Quang Duc who shocked the world by burning himself to death in 1963.

War Remnants Museum
Admission included60 min

Next we will head back to the city center to visit the fascinating War Remnants Museum. This will be an emotionally hard-hitting experience given the graphic content of the museum. Yet, it will be a valuable stop for anybody wishing to learn more about different perspectives surrounding the Vietnam War and its continuing effects today.

The Independence Palace
Admission included120 min

Stop For A Tasty Local Lunch After the museum, we’ll take a well earned rest and enjoy a tasty Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch at an authentic restaurant. After we’ve fueled up on these delicious local dishes, it’s off to our first stop of the afternoon which will be the Reunification Palace. Here you’ll learn all about its important place in Vietnamese history.

Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
60 min

An Afternoon Of Amazing Architecture Our next stop will be the famous Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. Your knowledgeable guide will explain all the history behind these two incredible buildings. Your guide will show you the historic CIA building where one of the last U.S Helicopters flew out of Saigon in 1975. Next, we’ll walk you to visit more HCMC highlights including the Opera House, Hotel Continental, Rex Hotel and City Hall as well as viewing the mighty Bitexco. In order to wrap up a wonderful day, we recommend you to come up to Rex Hotel rooftop for the legendary “Five O’clock Follies” cocktail or simply have a cup of coffee or tea at the Coffee Apartment. After the last stop we will get you safely back to your hotel in the comfort of our private vehicle. Don’t forget to give a hug to your lovely guide and ask for recommendations from our local expert!

What's included

Included
Local English-speaking guide
Centrally-located hotel pick-up & drop-off
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch ( Vietnamese Set Menu)
Vietnamese Coffee
Entrance Fee
Not included
Gratuities
Personal Expenses

Pickup Locations & Times

Departure Point: We will collect you to any hotel located within Ho Chi Minh City. If you are staying out of the city we can collect you for an extra charge depending on the distance. Please get in touch for prices. Return point: We will return you to any hotel located within Ho Chi Minh City. If you are staying out of the city we can return you for an extra charge depending on the distance. Please get in touch for prices.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
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How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City

  • Rated higher than 75% of 679 reviewed tours in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Starting price $95 is close to the typical $89 for tours of similar length in Ho Chi Minh City

Excurgo comparison of 2,913 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair access is available with a surcharge. Please contact us in advance before booking.
  • Infant seat is available with a surcharge. Please contact us in advance before booking.

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour take?

Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.

How much does Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour cost?

Prices start at $95 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

How much does Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour cost for children?

Children aged 3–9 pay from $55, adults from $95. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Departure Point: We will collect you to any hotel located within Ho Chi Minh City. If you are staying out of the city we can collect you for an extra charge depending on the distance. Please get in touch for prices. Return point: We will return you to any hotel located within Ho Chi Minh City. If you are staying out of the city we can return you for an extra charge depending on the distance. Please get in touch for prices. Pickup points include Silverland Min Hotel.

What languages is Full-Day Private Ho Chi Minh City Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infant seat is available with a surcharge. Please contact us in advance before booking.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair access is available with a surcharge. Please contact us in advance before booking.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(42)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Trip35532108770
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
One great day tour.

Harry was great and explained everything in detail. He was happy to modify the tour to suit me and happy to answer questions. I had a great time.

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Laura N
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Ho Chi Minh City Highlights

We had a Private Tour of the City Highlights with our fantastic guide Chris and his driver. Chris was friendly, informative and very attentive. Great way to see the highlights of Ho Chi Min. From the flower markets, to a delicious lunch and Street Coffee, with many more sights in between, finishing at the War Remnants Museum which was very moving. Would happily book another Tour with Chris. Thank you for s great day.

1 people found this helpful
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Jarrod N
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very informative and enjoyable tour.

We had Chris as our guide and he was extremely friendly, charismatic and funny. He was full of information not only about our tour items, but also answering our general questions. The tour was well organised in a clean and comfortable vehicle with traffic being navigated in a swift and safe manner. Chris also helped us with crossing the roads and was very patient and accomodating to the elderly member of our group. I would highly recommend the Ho Chi Minh city tour with Chris to anyone travelling to the area.

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L6223OKcatherinej
July 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing one full day tour

Our tour guide , Chris, and driver , Ming, were amazing. It was a perfect day tour to learn more about Ho Chi Minh City. Chris is very knowledgeable and took great care in planning a well paced tour. In addition, Chris has a great sense of humor and made the day so fun. Our driver Ming made the journey comfortable and relaxing. Without any hesitation, I would highly recommend booking a tour with Chris and Ming.

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cynthia k
June 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Day

We booked a full-day private tour of Ho Chi Minh City with Maika Tours and had Chris as our guide and Minh as our driver. It was an excellent day and one of the highlights of our time in Vietnam. Chris has an incredible depth of knowledge about Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's history, and modern Vietnamese life. It was clear he had a genuine passion for the history and a deep understanding of the events and people involved. He shared information in a way that was engaging, easy to follow and often very entertaining. Over the course of the day we saw a real mix of the city, from important historical sites through to more modern areas, and gained a much better understanding of both the history and the reality of life in Vietnam today. It was fascinating to see the contrasts within the city and hear Chris explain how Ho Chi Minh City has evolved over time. Chris has a great sense of humour and is very easy to get along with. He was engaging, respectful and happy to answer questions throughout the day. Minh was an excellent driver, and travelling around the city in a comfortable vehicle made the day very easy and enjoyable. The lunch included was absolutely outstanding and one of the best meals we had during our trip. By the end of the day we felt we had a far deeper appreciation of Vietnamese culture, history and life in Ho Chi Minh City than we could have gained on our own. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Maika Tours. The tour was well organised, informative and very well run, and we came away with a much deeper understanding of the city and the country.

5
517manojm
April 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic layover and highlights tour

Fantastic tour while I was on a 12 hour layover. Perfect timing on airport transfers and while in the city I got to see all the highlights as well as eat great food and delish coffee. Highly recommend Tibiet as a guide! The driver was also awesome and Giang who helped me book was also prompt and communicative.

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RuthKgh
March 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An excellent experience

Just finished the full day city tour with tour guide Harry (Khoa Nguyễn) and driver Mr Minh. I would highly recommend this tour as an excellent introduction to Ho Chi Minh City. Harry was thoughtful, fun and knowledgeable…great company to spend the day with. Mr Minh was a very punctual and careful driver. The itinerary was well planned, the car was extremely comfortable and the lunch was delicious.

1 people found this helpful
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bramble2019
March 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great

Fantastic experience with a knowledgeable guide. we saw the whole of the city and an awesome temple too.

1 people found this helpful
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M6714BFrachaelg
January 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The Perfect Introduction to Ho Chi Minh City

If you’re looking for a well-organized, in-depth, and personal way to experience Ho Chi Minh City, this tour is a fantastic choice, offering the perfect mix of history, culture, and local life.

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TanyaF830
January 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour of Hi Chi Minh city

We had a great day on our tour with our guide, Chris, and his skilful driver, Minh. Chris was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the war and local sights, and we learnt a lot from him. The tour was really well organised, the car was super comfortable and spacious, and we enjoyed the variety of places we were taken. Lunch was delicious and the street coffee was a lovely experience. Chris was so friendly and good company, and Minh handled the Saigon traffic masterfully!!

$95/ person
5.0(42)
Duration8–9 hours
LanguagesEN
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