Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursions
4 & 5* Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursions
Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Signature Tour
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 11 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 33.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Mekong Delta Guided Tour from Ho Chi Minh City
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 18.00
Ho Chi Minh City
A Taste of Vietnam
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 85.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 9 - 10 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 48.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Night Tour by Motorbikes with Female Rider | KissTour
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 39.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 71.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 48 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 67.20
Ho Chi Minh City
Mekong Delta Homestay 2-Day at Family Tiny Garden - Small Group
Duration: 48 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 89.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City private full-day tour with Lunch included
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 89.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Best of Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 - 12 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 115.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 55.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 3-Hour Cyclo Ride to Hidden Stories
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 30.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Cai Rang Floating Market & Mekong Delta Private 1-Day Tour
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 11 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 112.50
Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon After Dark Vespa Street Food Tour + Live Music 4 hours
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 92.31
Ho Chi Minh City
Small-group Street Food Lover by Motorbike (04 hours)
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 4 - 5 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 52.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Mekong Delta Full Day Trip - My Tho & Ben Tre - Small Group Tour
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 22.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Unique farm to Table cooking class in Saigon
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 6 Hours
Physical difficulty: Unknown
Free cancellation
From USD 67.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Full-day Cai Rang floating market - explore countryside, make bakery - from HCM
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 15 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 119.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Explore Vietnamese Cuisine: Cooking Class from Ho Chi Minh City
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 Hours
Physical difficulty: Unknown
Free cancellation
From USD 70.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Shore Excursion: Wonderful City Tour with Local Guide
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 - 12 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 115.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Amazing Shore Excursion: Ho Chi Minh City Tour from PHU MY Port
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 128.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Classic Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market Enjoy 1 Day from Ho Chi Minh
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 5 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 105.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Best Options for Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursions
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 - 12 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 109.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Full-Day Cu Chi Tunnels with Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 73.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels by Speed Boat & Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 - 12 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 185.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon Day Tour from Saigon cruise harbor
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 137.44
Ho Chi Minh City
PRIVATE Luxury Sunset Mekong AFTERNOON TRIP with BBQ DINNER & COOK CLASS
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 6 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 119.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels Private Shore Excursion – From Cruise Port
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 185.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels Tour from HCM City - Morning or Afternoon
Duration: 7 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 15.00
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 30.00
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What should a first-time cruise passenger know about visiting Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City can be energetic and confusing for first-time visitors, and organised shore experiences help show highlights efficiently. Many cruise passengers choose Ho Chi Minh City shore excursions to sample city sights like Notre-Dame Cathedral, Ben Thanh Market and riverfront districts within limited time. Guides commonly explain basic cultural norms such as removing shoes, greeting with a slight nod and bargaining politely at markets. Travellers should allow flexibility for traffic delays and humidity while keeping a copy of ship times and emergency contact details.
Which attractions are the most recommended for limited time ashore?
Top draws include Cu Chi Tunnels, the War Remnants Museum and Cholon, the city's Chinatown district. Visitors on Ho Chi Minh City tours often combine the tunnels with a city loop to gain historical and cultural context in one day. Museums present wartime exhibits and social history, while markets and pagodas reveal daily life and architecture. Photographers should prepare for busy streets, colourful signs and active river scenes, and plan time to linger at quieter colonial buildings and tree-lined boulevards.
Should I choose a half-day or full-day excursion?
Choosing between half-day and full-day options depends on interests, energy and time ashore. Shorter Ho Chi Minh City shore excursions typically focus on a single area, such as a city highlights circuit or a market visit, and suit passengers with limited hours. Longer outings often include Cu Chi or Mekong Delta trips and allow deeper exploration, more relaxed meals and lesser rushed transfers. Consider ship departure times and local traffic, since full-day excursions may require earlier starts and longer drives but yield greater insight into regional landscapes and history.
How much history and culture will I experience on a typical visit?
Vietnamese culture in Ho Chi Minh City blends traditional customs with modern urban life, visible across temples, markets and family-run businesses. Many travellers on Ho Chi Minh City tours visit museums and historical sites to understand colonial history, wartime impact and post-war development. Respectful behaviour includes dressing modestly at religious sites, asking permission before photographing people and accepting hospitality with both hands. Local guides can translate contextual details and explain commemorative practices, offering nuanced perspectives beyond headline events.
Are there natural areas or scenic landscapes near the port?
Despite its urban density, the surrounding landscape offers rivers, mangroves and rice paddies within reach of the port, providing contrast to city scenes. Many cruise passengers choose Ho Chi Minh City shore excursions that include a Mekong Delta sample, featuring boat rides along canals, orchards and small village piers. Birdwatchers and nature lovers will find seasonal wetland activity and riverbank flora, while agricultural visits show traditional farming and sampan transport. Photographic opportunities are strongest in the softer morning light, with quieter waterways outside peak tourist hours.
What food and culinary experiences should I try or avoid?
Street food forms a central part of the local culinary experience, with dishes such as pho, banh mi and fresh spring rolls ubiquitous across markets and food stalls. Organised Ho Chi Minh City tours can include guided tastings while explaining ingredients, regional variations and safe eating practices for visitors. Those with dietary restrictions should communicate clearly and ask about preparation methods, since sauces and broths may contain fish sauce, peanuts or shellfish. Sampling small portions from reputable vendors reduces risk, and bottled water is recommended for drinking.
What activity level is typical for shore excursions in the city?
Activity levels vary widely between different itineraries, ranging from gentle market walks to demanding tunnel exploration and cycling in rural areas. Many passengers choose Ho Chi Minh City shore excursions that list difficulty levels, walking distances and mobility requirements so they can match preferences. Comfortable shoes, sun protection and a modest fitness baseline help with stairs, uneven paths and humid conditions. Ask organisers or guides about alternative routes, rest opportunities and transport between sites if you prefer lower-impact options.
Are shore excursions accessible for travellers with reduced mobility?
Accessibility in Ho Chi Minh City varies by attraction, with modern museums and some temples offering ramps and lifts while older markets, narrow alleys and Cu Chi Tunnel entrances remain challenging. Some Ho Chi Minh City tours provide accessible vehicle transfers, priority entrances and modified routes for travellers using wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Advance notice helps operators arrange assistance, suitable transport and pick-up times to avoid crowds. Travellers should carry mobility aids with clear labels, a companion when necessary and ship documentation to ensure smooth coordination at disembarkation.
When is the best time of year and time of day to visit?
The tropical climate of Ho Chi Minh City means a distinct wet season and a less rainy dry season, so timing affects comfort and activities ashore. Peak months from December to April typically bring drier conditions and clearer skies for Ho Chi Minh City shore excursions, while the rainy season between May and November features heavy short storms but lower visitor numbers. Early mornings are cooler and ideal for markets and photography, whereas late afternoons can be humid and prone to sudden showers. Cultural festivals, such as Tet, offer unique experiences but may alter opening hours and crowds.
Should I take a guided excursion or explore independently?
Deciding between guided excursions and independent exploration depends on confidence with logistics, language and time constraints. Independent travellers find flexibility in pace and personalised choices, but should allow extra time for transfers to meet ship schedules and verify entrance rules. Professional Ho Chi Minh City tours supply local knowledge, organised transport and pre-arranged tickets, reducing the risk of missing the ship yet limiting spontaneity. Safety, costs and desired depth of interpretation all influence the choice, and combining a guided option for distant sites with solo walks locally is a common compromise.
Which cruise lines visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Azamara and Oceania Cruises will all visit Ho Chi Minh City this year.
What cruise ships will sail to Ho Chi Minh City in 2026?
Ho Chi Minh City will be visited by Azamara Pursuit, Oceania Sirena, Azamara Onward, Oceania Regatta, Oceania Riviera and Oceania Nautica.