Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is the largest city of Vietnam located at an elevation of nineteen kilometers above the sea level. It is situated along the Saigon River near the border of Cambodia and is a bustling metropolis that has flourished to become the crowning jewel of SouthEast Asia.
Ho Chi Minh City is a visual paradise known for its stunning vistas, lush landscapes, and breathtaking views. It retains the look of a European city with well preserved colonial buildings and relics from the Vietnam War. Bestowed with incredible cultural riches, and historical artifacts, this city offers the perfect mix of mystic and modern.
It is a high octane city that is dotted with innumerable museums, art galleries, and sleek skyscrapers that offer a stunning view of the entire city during your Vietnam tour. You can also find here elegant sports clubs, expansive shopping malls, and upscale restaurants that serve lip-smacking cuisines from all around the world. The ornate Buddhist temples and pagodas are an absolute bliss for the spiritual seekers.
There is no dearth of activities on offer at Ho Chi Minh City, and you’re sure to come back looking for more once you’re over here. From lazing at the beaches and enjoying water sports activities such as surfing and diving to being a part of the walking tours, you’ll never get bored here. You can also enjoy the concert or ballet dance at the opera houses and theatres. You can go for a pampering massage and Ayurvedic treatments at the spas and bathhouses located here.
Ho Chi Minh City experiences a tropical climate, and it has three distinct seasons- hot and humid summers, chilly cold winters and monsoon. The humidity level is around 75% all through the year, and it increases further in the monsoon.
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Ho Chi Minh is a year-round destination, which means you can travel here at your preferred time.
The nightlife is extremely vibrant and lively in Ho Chi Minh city.
You can fly from India to Ho Chi Minh’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Direct Flights
From India: Mumbai, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad
Airlines: VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and Indigo
Duration: 3 to 5 hours approx.
Frequency: Regular
Connecting Flights:
Connecting flights from India fly from New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. Major airlines providing regular services include Air India, Vistara, Indigo, VietJet Air, and Vietnam Airlines. Popular layover cities are Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, and Colombo. The journey can take six to twelve hours approximately.
2 days is the minimum time to explore Ho Chi Minh, but you can extend your stay to 3-4 days for a more comprehensive experience. Two days are enough for exploring the main city, but four days are a must for nearby areas like Cu Chi Tunnels and Can Gio Forest.
Ho Chi Minh’s local cuisine is Saigonese cuisine, which includes dishes like Banh Mi (baguette sandwich), Com Tam (barbecued pork), and Hu Tieu (soup).
The top places to try these dishes are:
Taxis are the transportation of choice for most travelers as they’re comfortable, affordable and fast. Buses are a second option and are cheaper. However, they may not ply to places that are out of the way.
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