Hop on board and join us on a luxury cruise on the Saigon River in the city center of Ho Chi Minh City. During a relaxing 1-hour cruise through the central district of Saigon our guides will provide you with information on the major landmarks and serve you ice cold drinks. The cruise will give you fantastic views of the center and a short break from the hustle bustle of Saigon.
1 Hour Saigon River Tour in Ho Chi Minh
- In-person English speaking guide
- Luxury boat with captain
- Good times
- Sliding roof against sun or rain
- Restroom on board
- Drinks and snacks available on purchase
Food and Drinks (Available for purchase)
English
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not wheelchair accessible
Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You need to be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Saigon Boat Company
Duration: 1 hour
Pass by: Saigon River
A 1 hour boat tour through the heart of Ho Chi Minh City also know as Saigon. During the trip you will cruise on the Saigon River along the central district 1 and district 4 and pass by new high rise towers as well as some of the best preserved buildings of the city.
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Pass by: Hotel Majestic Saigon
Located at 1 Dong Khoi Street, this luxury hotel was built in 1925 in a classical French Riviera style by a wealthy local businessman.
Pass by: Tran Hung Dao Statue
The statue of Tran Hung Dao (1231), a Vietnamese royal prince, statesman and military commander. Tran Hung Dao is famed for successfully stopping several Mongol invasions.
Pass by: Nguyen Hue Street
This boulevard name after emperor Nguyen Hue (1753) is one of Saigon's largest boulevards and a walking street running from the Saigon River to the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City (City Hall).
Pass by: Thu Ngu Flagpole
Originally built in 1865 the flagpole served as a signal mast for incoming ships. Today's version was constructed in 1900 and carries the Vietnamese flag.
Pass by: Ho Chi Minh City Customs Department
Built in 1867 as a mansion to a wealthy business man, the building was converted into its current day status in 1881 and serves as the headquarters of the customs department.
Pass by: State Bank of Vietnam - HCMC Office
Built in 1928 for the Banque de l'Indochine, this building now houses the Saigon branch of the State Bank of Vietnam.
Pass by: Mong Bridge
One of the oldest bridges in Saigon and built by the company once led by Gustave Eiffel.
Pass by: rạch Bến Nghé
Ben Nghe channel is a waterway on Ho Chi Minh City and used to be a center of commerce due to its location.
Pass by: Sài Gòn River Tunnel
The Thu Thiem Tunnel is the first and only tunnel under the Saigon River and is part of an important highway.
Pass by: Dragon Wharf - Ho Chi Minh Museum (HCMC Branch)
One of the oldest buildings in ho Chi Minh City, built in 1862. The building used to be the original port and is now home to the Ho Chi Minh museum.
Pass by: District 4
Home to the Saigon port. District 4 is an island located between the Saigon River and two canals and is Ho Chi Minh City's densest neighborhood.
Pass by: Thu Thiem
Thu Thiem originally a largely uninhabited swampland will become Ho Chi Minh City's most modern district with residential areas, offices and large parks.
Pass by: Bitexco Financial Tower
At its completion in 2010, Bitexco Tower was the tallest skyscraper in Vietnam. It's design has been inspired by the lotus flower, the national flower of Vietnam.
Pass by: Đền Quan Lớn Đệ Tam
A temple on the Saigon River bank and one of the very few surviving old buildings in Thu Thiem.
Pass by: Vietcombank Tower Saigon
An iconic skyscraper in Vietnam housing many national and international companies and the Vietcombank.
Pass by: Bộ Tư Lệnh Hải Quân Phía Nam
A historic building on the Saigon river housing the Southern Naval Command Office.
Pass by: Cau Ba Son
The latest addition to bridges spanning the Saigon River and named after the Ba Son Shipyard.
Pass by: Landmark 81
Vietnam's tallest skyscraper and the 2nd tallest tower in Southeast Asia.
Pass by: Cầu Sài Gòn
Until 2008 the only bridge connecting the center with District 2 and a vital gateway to Ho Chi Minh City.
Departure point :
Ga tàu thuỷ Bạch Đằng, Ga tàu thuỷ Bạch Đằng, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
SAIGON WATER BUS STATION ENTRANCE (BACH DANG PIER IN DISTRICT 1)- 10B Ton Duc Thang, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1 Meet us at the entrance of the Waterbus Station. PLEASE BE AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE TOUR ON THE DEPARTURE POINT. THE BOAT WILL NOT WAIT. NO REFUNDS FOR LATE.
End point
Ga tàu thuỷ Bạch Đằng, Ga tàu thuỷ Bạch Đằng, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
