Region · South
Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon, the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong
In short
Plan 2 to 3 nights in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), staying in District 1. One day for the city (War Remnants Museum, Ben Thanh Market), half a day for the Cu Chi Tunnels, and a trip to the Mekong Delta.
- Recommended nights
- 2-3
- Best time
- December to April (dry season). May to October brings short but heavy showers, often in the afternoon.
Best months to go: January, February, March, April, December
Don't miss
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- War Remnants Museum
- Evening street food by motorbike
Most-booked activities
Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta and coconut village
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See and bookHo Chi Minh City: A O Show bamboo circus at the Saigon Opera House
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See and bookHo Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Black Virgin Mountain and Cao Dai Temple
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