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Ho Chi Minh City River Cruises

About Ho Chi Minh City 

Though not its capital, the former Saigon is Vietnam’s largest city and lies close to the port of My Tho on the Mekong River. Its coastal location means it’s a popular place to end your Mekong river cruise, typically with a hotel stay which will give you plenty of time to explore the city. The capital of former South Vietnam was renamed in 1976 after the country’s Communist revolutionary leader, who was leader of the North Vietnamese and who took control of the city in 1975 during the last days of the Vietnam War. The legacy of this notorious conflict can be explored during your visit, but there’s also a wealth of French colonial architecture as well as some more traditional attractions to discover. 

Exploring Ho Chi Minh City 

If immersing yourself in the city’s most notorious historical chapter is important, then don’t miss the Reunification Palace. This former government building has been preserved in time and has been left exactly as it was in 1966. This means it’s somewhat austere and functional in the Communist way of old but nevertheless the absolute best way to get a feel for this infamous period in the city’s history. Somewhat contradictorily, the basement is the highpoint, offering a tantalising look at the final days of the Vietnam War. The War Remnants Museum offers more when it comes to artefacts to see, exhibiting thousands of documents, photographs and films which as are informative as they are moving.

For the ultimate view of it all and for a taste of the city’s contemporary architectural side and commercial growth, don’t miss the Saigon Skydeck. This lofty observation platform can be found on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower, the city’s tallest building. 

Ho Chi Minh City tips 

A visit to Ho Chu Minh City offers you the chance to sample both French and Vietnamese cuisine, with French cheese baguettes and Hue beef soup both being popular dishes.

Suggested Read: Port in Focus: Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City Itineraries

Ho Chi Minh City

Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia from Siem Reap

27 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2024
14 Nights From Depart UK, to Arrive UK
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Ho Chi Minh City

Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong - Ho

24 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2024
14 Nights From Depart UK, to Arrive UK
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Phnom Penh

Fascinating Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok

9 sailing dates August 2023 to November 2023
15 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Bangkok, Thailand
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Ho Chi Minh City

Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & The Mekong River

9 sailing dates August 2023 to December 2023
15 Nights From Siem Reap, Cambodia to , Bangkok, Thailand
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Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City To Siem Reap

3 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2023
12 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Siem Reap
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Siem Reap

Ho Chi Minh City To Siem Reap

3 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2023
10 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Siem Reap
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Hanoi

Imperial Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar

1 sailing date January 2022
30 Nights From Hanoi, Vietnam to Myanmar , Yangon, Myanmar
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Ho Chi Minh City

Spiritual Cambodia & the Mekong from Ho Chi

17 sailing dates July 2023 to March 2024
10 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Siem Reap
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Ho Chi Minh City

Luxury Mekong from Ho chi Minh

11 sailing dates April 2023 to April 2024
11 Nights From UK, United Kingdom to UK
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Ho Chi Minh City

Luxury Mekong - Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

33 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2025
7 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Siem Reap
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Angkor Wat

Luxury Mekong - Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City

31 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2025
7 Nights From Siem Reap, Cambodia to , Ho Chi Minh City
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Ho Chi Minh City

Majestic Mekong Discoverer Ho Chi MinhCity To Siem

3 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2023
12 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Siem Reap
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Ho Chi Minh City

Highlights of Vietnam, Cambodia & Luxury Mekong

1 sailing date December 2021
19 Nights From Depart UK, to Arrive UK
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Chau Doc

Mekong Discovery (Northbound)

1 sailing date January 2023
7 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Phnom Penh
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Angkor Wat

Mekong Discovery (Southbound)

9 sailing dates August 2023 to December 2023
7 Nights From Phnom Penh, Cambodia to , Ho Chi Minh City
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Ho Chi Minh City

Majestic Mekong - Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

3 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2023
7 Nights From Ho Chi Minh City, to Cambodia , Siem Reap
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Ho Chi Minh City

Majestic Mekong - Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City

3 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2023
7 Nights From Kampong Tralach, to Ho Chi Minh City
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Ho Chi Minh City

Luxury Mekong - Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City

11 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2024
11 Nights From Depart UK, to Arrive UK
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Phnom Penh

Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River

9 sailing dates August 2023 to December 2023
12 Nights From Siem Reap, Cambodia to , Ho Chi Minh City
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Ho Chi Minh City

Luxury Mekong & Temple Discovery from Ho Chi Minh

16 sailing dates April 2023 to May 2024
13 Nights From Depart UK, to Arrive UK
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