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Detour Asia is the alternative tour experience for travelers in Southeast Asia designed and led by city-savvy experts. Visit worthwhile spots and integrate with the culture, without hopping between landmarks and tourist sites. Explore with the ones who know and love the secrets and surprises of their cities. Make your next travel adventure a little more unconventional. Our company is proudly featured in Lonely Planet (2016 & 2019 editions)
Want to see the best of Ho Chi Minh City ⁉️ We got you covered.
Join us as we meander through the lively streets of Ho Chi Minh City, exploring the iconic landmarks that define the city's rich history. From the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office to the vibrant chaos of the oldest wet market, each step will immerse you in the unique blend of tradition and modernity that is quintessentially Saigon.
We'll navigate through hidden alleys and bustling markets, offering glimpses into the daily life of locals. Whether it's the aroma of street food wafting through the air or the sounds of honking motorbikes, this guided walking tour promises to capture the true essence of Ho Chi Minh City.
At schedule, we will meet at Bitexco Financial Tower - entrance to the Saigon Skydeck which is opposite to Như Lan Bakery
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with us.
This guided walking tour is a great way to learn about Vietnamese culture and to discover the city’s colorful history, from the founding of the city, through the French colonization and the time of the Vietnam war up until the 21st century, plus the best kept secrets and hidden gems.
We highly recommend joining this tour upon your arrival in town. As a special treat, right after you sign up we’ll send you a blog link with local recommendations for food, activities, rooftop bars, etc.
Don't miss this free tour to take with you a great memory from Ho Chi Minh City 😉
Meet outside Bitexco Financial Tower - entrance to the Saigon Skydeck which is opposite to Như Lan Bakery
Gain new perspectives on the old city, uncovering untold stories from its establishment in the late 17th century to the arrival of the French. Then, stop to take in the vibe at some of the city’s trendy cafés.
Nguyễn Huệ Street is a boulevard in District 1, downtown Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Being one of Saigon's oldest thoroughfares, the boulevard had undergone several transformations; it is currently a famous pedestrian street in the city.
The President Ho Chi Minh Statue which is located in front of Saigon's People's Committee Building in Nguyen Hue walking street
Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, Caravelle Hotel, Continental Hotel - the 1st hotel in Saigon
Notre Dame Cathedral was built between 1877 and 1883, and the stones used to create it were exported in its entirety from France.
Next to the cathedral stands the Central Post Office, finished in 1891. It is another fine example of French architecture and is Vietnam’s largest post office.
This street is not only an attraction for book lovers, it has also become a popular hangout spot for many people, especially young people on weekends, and a prominent site for tourists as well.
This park is the ideal place for you to stop, relax your soul and breathe in the cool breeze on hot summer days. This is an ideal rendezvous for interesting walks, letting you feel the fresh air amidst the dust of the streets. But not only that, this place also has countless other interesting things that make it stand out from other famous parks in Ho Chi Minh city.
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).