7-Day Relaxation Itinerary in Ho Chi Minh City in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Ben Thanh Market
    10 minutes (3.1 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Start your day at the bustling Ben Thanh Market where you can shop for local handicrafts and try street food. In the afternoon, visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about Vietnam's history. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cocktail at Chill Skybar.

  2. Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels
    1 hour 30 minutes (70 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network used during the Vietnam War. Learn about the tunnels and try your hand at shooting an AK-47. In the evening, unwind with a massage at the famous Golden Lotus Spa.

  3. Day 3: Mekong Delta
    2 hours (100 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a boat tour of the Mekong Delta, where you'll see floating markets and traditional villages. Try tropical fruits and local delicacies. Return to the city in the afternoon and relax at the poolside bar at the Rex Hotel. In the evening, enjoy a dinner cruise along the Saigon River.

  4. Day 4: Independence Palace
    10 minutes (2.8 km) from Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon

    Visit the Independence Palace, a historical landmark that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. In the afternoon, explore the vibrant streets of Saigon on a Vespa tour. In the evening, take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes.

  5. Day 5: Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon
    7 minutes (1.5 km) from Bitexco Financial Tower

    Start your day with a morning stroll to the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, an iconic French colonial landmark. In the afternoon, visit the Saigon Central Post Office and the nearby Opera House. In the evening, enjoy a rooftop dinner at the Eon Heli Bar.

  6. Day 6: Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
    20 minutes (5.4 km) from Bui Vien Walking Street

    Spend a relaxing day at the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens where you can see a variety of animals and plants. In the afternoon, visit the Bitexco Financial Tower for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, try some craft beer and street food at Bui Vien Walking Street.

  7. Day 7: Phu Quoc Island
    2 hours (307 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a day trip to Phu Quoc Island, where you can relax on the beach and try fresh seafood. Take a snorkeling tour to see colorful coral reefs and marine life. Return to the city in the evening and enjoy a rooftop cocktail at Glow Skybar.

Recommendations

You may also want to consider visiting the Cao Dai Temple and the Cu Chi Wildlife Rescue Station. For side trips, you could explore the nearby cities of Vung Tau or Da Lat. To maximize your fun, try a street food tour or a cooking class. Don't forget to try the local specialty, pho, at different restaurants around the city.

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