Get ready for a whole day discover the city - Ho Chi Minh City – former name Saigon, the Vietnam’s largest city. Saigon is a fast paced city with a unique mix of French colonial architecture, Chinese influences, a modern entrepreneurial spirit and numerous temples. During 300 years of history, under the name of Saigon, it was the capital of French colony of Indochina and later of The Independent Republic of South Vietnam. After the war, this city was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City after th name of President Ho Chi Minh. Today, Ho Chi Minh City is a modern developing urban but still remain its connection to the past. It's not hard to find an ancient pagoda or a building with French elements. 08:00 Start your tour with The Reunification Palace, used to be the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam. In 30 April 1975, when North Vietnam soldier set foot inside this building with red flag on hand, the whole world knew that Vietnam war was ended. Next stop is War Remnants Museum, on the way stop to visit Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, 2 most famous and oldest of classical French colonial architecture constructions, built more than 100 years ago. War Remnants Museum with many photographs are from both Vietnam and US sources; US military vehicle like tanks, jet, booms display outside will help you learn more about Vietnam war. Have lunch at local restaurant. After lunch and a short rest, tour will continue by a discover to the eastern side of the city.Giac Lam Pagoda, the oldest one in Ho Chi Minh City with huge Buddha statue system which was built in 1774. Then drive to Cho Lon (Big Market) and Thien Hau Pagodalocated in China Town, the places of great historical and cultural figures, temples, pagodas. Drive back to the downtown for shopping at Ben Thanh Market. Back to your hotel. End of services.