Ho Chi Minh: Saigon River Dinner Cruise & Puppet Theatre
Visit
Saigon's riverside after relaxing with a foot massage/water puppet show and you'll be welcomed on a cruise boat to see the city from an alternate viewpoint.
Spend 1 - 1.5h cruising along the
Saigon River while taking in the scenery. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese set meal while watching traditional dance and music performances. A wonderful way to end the evening is to sail along the
Saigon River while taking in the reflections of the shimmering lights on the water.
Ho Chi Minh: Vietnamese Water Puppet Show and Dinner Cruise
We will make our way to the theater to enjoy the Water Puppet Show. Puppets are made from light timbers, carved, polished and decorated with different colours to demonstrate the clear personalities of each character.
Water puppetry is a unique Vietnamese art form performed in a large pool using the water as a stage. The artisans inside the cabin control puppets. They perform each pole, rope,… puppets with the system of ropes arranged outside or under the water.
The stage is decorated with flags, fans, parasols. It is considered as one of the most traditional and important parts of Vietnamese culture.
You will also enjoy the Vietnamese orchestra, which provides the background music for the show. The orchestra is manned by an array of talented singers accompanied by professional musicians performing with traditional musical instruments.
After the show, we will head to the wharf, the original commercial port of Sai Gon, where we will enjoy a dinner served on board a cruise. The atmosphere of having dinner on board is very interesting and cozy.
The cruise will have a live entertainment by traditional folk style songs. On board, you can extend your vision of all the colorful city at night.
Ho Chi Minh City: History Museum and Ben Thanh Market Tour
Ever wanted to spontaneously book a tour on the same day you take it? This short walking tour will have you visiting two culturally significant locations within the heart of
Ho Chi Minh City in just two hours! This is perfect if you only have a couple of hours to spare. You can also choose from multiple start times for a time that suits you.
The Ben Thanh Market is the second-largest indoor wet market in
Ho Chi Minh and is also one of the oldest surviving markets. It is an iconic destination as well as a cultural symbol in the city. It originated in the early 17th century when street vendors would gather by the Saigon River to sell their wares. The market was moved to its current location in 1912 and renovated in 1985.
Its name Ben (which is derived from the word harbor) and Thanh (derived from the word citadel) has nearly 1,500 stalls where you can find anything you could possibly need.
“The nicest market in Saigon. Lots of stalls and clean! Vendors are helpful and polite. We bought some spices and fresh meat and seafood.” – Atca, China
The Museum of History in
Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam showcases the country's historical and cultural heritage through its impressive collection of artifacts and exhibits. The museum is located in a grand building that was once the National Museum of Vietnam and features displays on Vietnam's prehistoric times, the Dong Son culture, and the country's fight for independence from colonial rule. Understand the country’s rich past and stock up on history and knowledge as you wander around the exhibits.
“Superb. I didn't expect very much and could not have been more pleasantly surprised… A wonderful range of exhibits on Vietnamese history and culture that is very much focused on quality rather than quantity. I spent about an hour here and it is probably the best hour I spent in Saigon. Highly recommended..” – Mark, UK
Go on a guided tour with a friendly and knowledgeable guide who will help you explore the Ben Thanh Market and the History Museum of Ho Chi Minh. Learn about the history of each site and get a sneak peek into the daily lives of the locals as you stroll around these different areas.
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