3-day itinerary · Ho Chi Minh City
3 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: First-Time Highlights
This plan suits first-time visitors seeking a mix of sightseeing, culture and outdoor experiences. It pairs city highlights and tunnel history with hands-on cooking, water puppetry and outings on the water.
Customize this with AIDay 1: City sights and living traditions
Begin with an introduction to the city, then explore its culture through cooking and water puppetry.
Morning
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Explore city landmarks with a small group for an introductory overview of Ho Chi Minh City.
Afternoon
Authentic Vietnamese Cooking Class with Market Visit in HCMc
Visit a market and prepare Vietnamese dishes, adding hands-on food culture to your first look at the city.
Evening
Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket
Watch water puppetry to encounter a Vietnamese performance tradition rooted in rural community storytelling.
Day 2: Tunnel history and river views
Balance an exploration of the tunnels with a river outing and a guided street-food walk.
Morning
Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour with AM/PM Departure
Explore the Cu Chi tunnel complex with a guide, adding historical context to your introduction to the region.
Afternoon
1 Hour Saigon River Tour in Ho Chi Minh
Cruise the Saigon River for an outdoor sightseeing experience and a different perspective on the city.
Evening
Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Walk with local guides and sample street food, exploring the city's culinary culture beyond the cooking class.
Day 3: Markets, temple and motorbikes
Round out your visit with markets and architecture, a floating-temple outing and an evening motorbike tour.
Morning
Ho Chi Minh City Half Day Tour Markets History and Culture
Explore markets, history and colonial architecture to deepen your understanding of the city beyond its introductory highlights.
Afternoon
Private Speedboat Tour to Saigon’s Hidden Dragon Floating Temple
Take a speedboat to the floating temple, combining an outdoor excursion with another perspective on local culture.
Evening
Ho Chi Minh Night Tour by Motorbikes with Female Rider | KissTour
Join a female guide for a motorbike night tour, finishing with a street-level perspective on Ho Chi Minh City.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.