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Activities in Ho Chi Minh City

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Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Cruise

Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Cruise : A Day of History, Culture, and a Splash of River Party Fun!

Ever dreamed of a city tour that takes you from historical heavyweights to a floating fiesta? In Ho Chi Minh City, we're rolling out a day packed with history, culture, and a splash of party-time extravaganza. Your clients are in for an unforgettable journey that includes mingling with history, reflecting on the past, and ending the day with a party cruise that’s as vibrant as the city itself.

Embark on a Historic Ho Chi Minh City Adventure!

Step Back in Time: Start the day with a visit to the Reunification Palace, a spot where history was literally made when tanks rolled through its gates. It’s like a time machine with better decor. Next, dive into the War Remnants Museum, where poignant images and exhibits give a powerful perspective on Vietnam’s past. It’s history with heart—and a reminder of how far the country has come.

French Flair and Colonial Charms: After your historical immersion, we’ll whisk you away to Notre Dame Cathedral. This charming vestige of the French colonial era stands as a beautiful reminder of the city’s rich cultural tapestry. It's the perfect spot for photos, with its stunning Gothic architecture providing a picturesque backdrop that says, “Yes, I’m totally here in Vietnam and loving every minute.”

Float into the Night: And what better way to end a day of discovery than with a party dinner cruise on the Saigon River? Imagine floating past the city’s illuminated skyline, sipping on cocktails, and indulging in delicious Vietnamese cuisine. It’s like the cherry on top of your Ho Chi Minh City adventure—except the cherry is a dazzling view and the ice cream is a full-course meal.

Book Your Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Cruise Today!

Send your clients on a city tour that seamlessly blends the past with the present. From historical landmarks to a night of riverside revelry, Ho Chi Minh City offers a full spectrum of experiences.

Because when in Ho Chi Minh, why not mix history with a bit of floating fun? Cheers to an adventure that’s as dynamic as the city itself! 

Book your Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Cruise today with our fantastic DMC Ho Chi Minh City who can make all your dreams come true. 

Ho Chi Minh Street Food Tour

Ho Chi Minh Street Food Tour: Pho-nomenal Bites and Banh Mi Bliss!
 

Ever dreamed of eating your way through a city without feeling guilty about it? Well, in Ho Chi Minh City, we’ve got a street food tour that’ll make your clients feel like culinary champions! Led by an English-speaking guide who knows the difference between good pho and great pho, this tour will introduce them to the iconic dishes that Vietnam is famous for. Stretch those taste buds and loosen those belts—it's time to dig in!

The Ultimate Street Food Safari

Start with Pho-king Delicious Noodles: First up, the dish that practically stretches that national anthem of Vietnam; pho. Literally, how can you claim to have gone to Vietnam when you have not slurped on noodles in an eatery at the roadside? They will definitely understand that This steaming bowl of noodle soup with fragrant herbs and meat either beef or chicken is definitely going to get your clients shouting “pho sure” (Sorry, we had to).

Banh Mi or Banh Yours? As you could expect, the tour gets a turn towards the banh mi – a Vietnamese sandwich; a thousand times better than anything Subway can offer.  Crusty baguette stuffed with meats, pickled veggies, and a mystery sauce that’s too good to ask questions about. Let’s just say, one bite and your clients will understand why this humble sandwich has achieved global fame..

Spring Rolls: The Rolls You Can’t Say No To: While doing this gastronomic extravaganza, your clients will tumble into the realm of spring rolls. No matter how they come, in crispy deep-fried form or light and fresh roll, those little goodies are the best excuse for double dippin’— one roll is never enough.

Sweet Endings and Sugar Highs: And just when they think they can’t eat another bite, it’s time for dessert. These tropical confections are another world of sugary filled pastries, and yes Vietnamese sweet desserts will surprise you from rice cakes blended with coconut to sweet sticky rice with mango. A sweetness that makes you think that you can’t chomp down any more. Well, at least till it’s time for you to waddle back to your hotel room.

Book Your Ho Chi Minh Street Food Tour Today!

If your clients want to experience the true heart of Ho Chi Minh City, they need to eat it—literally. With every dish comes a story, and with every bite, a little more love for this culinary capital.

Because in Vietnam, street food isn’t just a snack—it’s a way of life. And we’re here for it! Contact DMC Ho Chi Minh to get help with your trip. 

Activities Ho Chi Minh City

Welcome to the bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, Feel the vibe of modern Vietnam among cultural jewels in Ho Chi Minh City. At Phoenix Voyages DMC, we craft engaging programs that fully capture the spirit and diversity of this city for your customers’ delight.

Saigon, or Ho Chi Minh City as it is officially known, boasts a mix of old French colonial buildings with new glass-and-steel offices, street markets next to large shopping malls and narrow ‘tube’ houses intermixed with grand boulevards. Start by visiting Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon and Central Post Office on a guided tour to see how deeply French colonists have influenced their designs before heading to War Remnants Museum where visitors get an eye-opening account about Vietnam’s troubled history through American eyes.

For those who love cooking or eating out, we organise street food tours through vibrant districts teeming with activity. Your clients can taste such Vietnamese signature dishes as phở, bánh mì or fresh spring rolls while being introduced to culinary traditions and techniques by passionate locals themselves.

Ho Chi Minh City is also the gateway to the Mekong Delta. We organise day trips to this verdant landscape where clients can experience the rustic charm of the riverine lifestyle, explore floating markets, and traverse the maze of waterways on a traditional sampan boat.

Adventure seekers won't miss out either. We offer exhilarating Vespa tours at night, where guests can explore the city's nightlife and hidden spots, all while riding on the back of these iconic scooters.

For a more relaxed pace, our customised itineraries include leisurely walks through the lush Botanical Gardens, visits to the vibrant Ben Thanh Market for shopping, or serene moments in the city's ancient pagodas and temples.

At Phoenix Voyages DMC Ho Chi Minh City, we ensure your clients experience the dynamic spirit and charm of this city, with a seamless journey they'll cherish long after they've returned home. Let's collaborate to craft an unforgettable visit to Ho Chi Minh City.

Latest destination news Ho Chi Minh City

Top Business Travel Destination Asia

Top Business Travel Destination Asia : Ho Chi Minh City

Watch out, Singapore, Bangkok, and all you other fancy cities—Ho Chi Minh City just snagged the title of "Asia’s Leading Business Travel Destination" at the World Travel Awards 2024. That’s right, for the third year in a row, Vietnam’s southern superstar is sitting pretty at the top. The announcement came at a swanky ceremony in the Philippines, and Ho Chi Minh was like, “Thanks for the crown, we’ll take another!”

And if that wasn’t enough, Ho Chi Minh City decided to throw in a side of fun with its business hustle, bagging "Asia’s Leading Festival & Event Destination" too. This city can close a million-dollar deal at 9 a.m. and throw a street festival by 9 p.m.—seriously, what more could you ask for?

Top Business Travel Destination Asia

Known for its sleek infrastructure and a buffet of luxury hotels and resorts, this city is basically a one-stop-shop for business meetings, events, and the occasional rooftop cocktail hour. In fact, with 16,542 rooms spread across 116 properties, you’ll never have to worry about running out of places to crash after a long day of “networking” (read: fancy dinner with drinks). Plus, that’s a 6% increase in hotel rooms from last year—just in case you’re keeping score.

Since 1993, the World Travel Awards have been like the Oscars for tourism, and Ho Chi Minh City is definitely winning Best Lead Role. Whether you’re here to seal the deal or get your festival groove on, one thing’s for sure—Ho Chi Minh City is the place that does business by day and knows how to party by night.

Sounds like the place to be doesn't it? Why not let our fantastic DMC Ho Chi Minh City help you plan your next trip. 

Singapore Airlines Expands Flight Services 2025

Singapore Airlines Expands Flight Services 2025 Northern Summer Season

For the 2025 northern summer season running from the 30 March to 25 October, 2025, Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced a significant rise in flight frequencies and passenger capacity throughout its network. The expansion is aimed at serving the increasing air travel demands to various popular destinations globally.

Key Network Enhancements:

United Kingdom:

  • London (Gatwick): As of March 30, 2025, SIA will increase its services to London Gatwick with daily flights instead of five times a week. This adds up to five daily services to the UK capital in addition to its four daily flights to London Heathrow.

Europe:

  • Rome: Between June 26 and August 28, 2025, SIA will raise flights to Rome from four weekly services previously rendered, to five times per week.

  • Barcelona and Milan: From June 24th through September7th, SIA will decouple her thrice-weekly Singapore-Milan-Barcelona route into non-stop/point-to-point operations for both cities. Barcelona will have an extra two more than three weekly direct flights while Milan’s service frequency will change from four weekly flights to once every day.

Australia:

  • Adelaide: For both Northern Winter 2024 and Northern Summer 2025 seasons combined, SIA will offer ten weekly flights compared with seven previously operated on this route.

Southeast Asia:

  • Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap: Flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap shall increase from nineteen per week for the former destination and one each day for the latter one respectively; Ho Chi Minh City now having three trips per day whereas Siem Reap experience two journeys daily.

South Africa:

  • Johannesburg: SIA will introduce a three-times weekly service to Johannesburg from 11 December 2024 to 10 January 2025 and again from 2 April 2025 to 24 October 2025. This increases the current daily flight frequency on this route from Singapore to Johannesburg to ten flights in a week.
Executive Commentary Singapore Airlines Expands Flight Services 2025:

According to Mr. Dai Haoyu, Acting Senior Vice President of Marketing Planning at Singapore Airlines “Singapore Airlines regularly reviews our network for capacity alignment with demand. These adjustments are meant for accommodating increased demand during peak season travel next year thus giving our customers seamless travel as well as better experience. Our objective remains delivering unsurpassed customer service together with connecting passengers globally through SIA extensive network.”

Singapore Airline’s strategic network adjustments reflect its commitment to meeting customer demand and enhancing its global connectivity thus allowing travelers plan their journeys in confidence for the year ahead in 2025.

Phoenix Voyages DMC Ho Chi Minh City

Phoenix Voyages DMC 
Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City Head Office
82-83 Street 7B, Khu A
An Phu - An Khanh, District 2
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam