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Overview

South Vietnam Adventure Holidays

The South of Vietnam is situated in a special position which plays an important role in socio-economic development, transportation, and national security. The land also has favorable conditions to develop industries, services, especially tourism and become a leader in the industrialization and modernization

As described as the Pearl of the Far East, Ho Chi Minh City has many historical relics and ancient architectures such as Nha Rong Wharf, Cu Chi Tunnels, Independence Palace, City Hall, Municipal Theater, and City Post Office… Besides, this beautiful city also has a system of ancient temples like Notre-Dame Cathedral, Giac Lam, Ba Thien Hau, To Dinh Giac Vien … and War Remnant museums including Ho Chi Minh City Museum, Museum of Vietnamese History, the Revolution Museum, etc. Recently, the city continues to implement long-term investments in tourism. Some of the most attractive entertaining areas built to serve the needs of tourists are Saigon Zoo, Botanical Gardens, Suoi Tien Amusement and Culture Park, Dam Sen Tourist and Cultural Park, and Can Gio’s Eco beach resort.

Ba Ria Vung Tau tourism is outstanding for its beautiful beaches as well as many lakes and thermal springs. Some well-known tourist places are Con Dao Island, Ho Coc Beaches, Binh Chau Hot Spring, Niet Ban Monastery, Linh Son Pagoda, and Bach Dinh vestige.

Binh Phuoc has many potential landscapes and vestiges like Mo Waterfall, Ba Ra Mountain, Bu Gia Map National Park, Bombo Village, etc. Binh Duong tourist destinations include Hoi Khanh Pagoda, Binh An Lake, Pottery Village, Tuong Binh Hiep Lacquer Village, Chau Thoi Mountain Pagoda, Lai Thieu Orchards…

Dong Nai is located in the center of the South East. Although this land do not have the advantage of tourism resources like Vung Tau or luxurious attractions as the Pearl of the Far East, this land still has its own strengths to attract tourists such as Nam Cat Tien Forest, Vinh Cuu Natural Reserve, Tri An Hydropower, Chua Chan Mountain, …

With a plenty of natural and historical tourism resources, the South Vietnam tourism promises to bring tourists wonderful and memorable trips.

Places to go

Our South Vietnam trips

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Vietnam Honeymoon Hanoi, Vietnam to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Vietnam Honeymoon 14 days Contact us View Trip
Hidden Beauty Of Vietnam's Highland Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Hidden Beauty Of Vietnam's Highland 5 days Contact us View Trip
Homestay Experience In Mekong Delta Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Homestay Experience In Mekong Delta 2 days Contact us View Trip
Southern Vietnam Family Experience Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Southern Vietnam Family Experience 10 days Contact us View Trip
Vietnam Insight Hanoi, Vietnam to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Vietnam Insight 12 days Contact us View Trip

Shopping

Shop the Markets, Shop the Malls

If you’re itching to bring home a souvenir, you won’t be at a loss for shopping in Saigon. Ben Thanh Market is famous for its many stalls and traditional goods, or if you’re...
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Get Custom Made Clothes

A top to-do item for many visitors is to have custom clothes made before they leave. Phan’s Custom Tailor is a very popular destination for suits and other items of clothing. Make sure you...
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General Information

Indulge in the Street Food

Trying to figure out what to eat from street vendors in Vietnam can be extremely overwhelming, but thanks to the Legal Nomad’s Guide to Saigon Street Food you can explore and taste with...
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Explore Vietnamese History BEYOND the War

Vietnam is and should be known for more than the terrible war, which is where the Museum of Vietnamese History comes in. See gorgeous artefacts from the many regions of the country and learn what...
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Travel Tips

Barbecue Your Own Dinner

The barbecue garden provides a unique take on dinner – cook it yourself! Escape the chaotic streets in the lush garden restaurant, order your preferred dishes and cook them to your liking....
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Best street for street food in Saigon

The street food scene in Saigon permeates every district, neighbourhood, and alleyway; the city boasts so many street food outlets that, at times, Saigon feels like one gigantic, open-air...
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Top Attractions

Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh

Situated in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, bustling Ben Thanh Market in District 1 is a great place to buy local handicrafts, branded goods, Vietnamese art and other souvenirs.
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Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City

The Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh is a beautifully preserved remnant of French colonial times and perhaps the grandest post office in all of Southeast Asia. Located next door to Notre Dame...
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Travel Experiences

Sip a Cocktail and Enjoy the View at Saigon Skydeck

It’s hard to get a true appreciation for the scale of HCMC without seeing it from up above. You could just pay to go up to the tourist deck, or… you could skip that cost and get a...
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Fast and Furious Foodie Tour

By far our favourite thing we did in HCMC was the XO Foodie Tour. We visited multiple districts and ate many foods that were new to us, but part of the thrill was zipping through Saigon traffic...
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Food Culture

Bun Mam

Bun mam is a robust Vietnamese soup that’s packed with contrasting flavours, textures and colours. Pungent, fishy, sweet, sour, dark, vibrant, silky and crunchy, this is a soup that...
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The best street foods in Saigon

One of the best things that tourists can do when traveling to Saigon is try all the best street foods is not just looking around and visiting the amazing historical sites. Following maybe some...
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