7 Day Itinerary for Ho Chi Minh City

Day 1: Arrival and City Tour

  • Arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and check into your hotel
  • Take a city tour to explore some of the iconic landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City, such as the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and Ben Thanh Market.

Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple

  • Take a day trip to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.
  • On the way back, visit the Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh province, which is a unique religion that combines elements of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Christianity.

Day 3: Mekong Delta

  • Take a day trip to the Mekong Delta to experience the peaceful countryside and learn about the life of the locals who make a living from the river.
  • Visit the floating market, fruit orchards, and rice fields in My Tho and Ben Tre.

Day 4: Cooking Class and Nightlife

  • Take a cooking class and learn how to cook traditional Vietnamese dishes, such as pho, spring rolls, and banh xeo.
  • In the evening, explore the nightlife of Ho Chi Minh City, such as Bui Vien Walking Street or rooftop bars like Chill Skybar.

Day 5: Vung Tau Beach

  • Take a day trip to Vung Tau, a popular seaside resort town just 2 hours from Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Visit the White Palace, the giant statue of Jesus Christ on top of the Small Mountain, and relax on the beautiful beaches.

Day 6: Cho Lon and Binh Tay Market

  • Visit Cho Lon, the Chinatown of Ho Chi Minh City, which is filled with historical landmarks, pagodas, and street food.
  • Explore Binh Tay Market, the largest wholesale market in Ho Chi Minh City, where you can buy a wide variety of products at bargain prices.

Day 7: Departure

  • Take a last-minute stroll around the city or do some souvenir shopping before heading to the airport for your flight home.