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10 Days in Ho Chi Minh City

The perfect 10-day itinerary for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

10 Days
~$550 Budget
Vietnam

Trip Overview

This 10-day Ho Chi Minh City itinerary covers the must-see attractions and local experiences that make this destination special. The pace is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you time to truly experience Vietnam's culture.

5+
Attractions
$550
Est. Budget
4
Best Months
VND
Currency
Day 1

Arrival & First Impressions

Est. Cost

$4

Morning

Check in & Settle

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, check into your accommodation, and take a leisurely stroll around your neighborhood to get oriented.

Tip:Book accommodation close to public transport for easy exploration.
Afternoon

Explore War Remnants Museum

After a local lunch, head to War Remnants Museum. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 2

Iconic Landmarks

Est. Cost

$10

Morning

Visit War Remnants Museum

Start your day early at War Remnants Museum. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Ben Thanh Market

After a local lunch, head to Ben Thanh Market. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 3

Cultural Immersion

Est. Cost

$3

Morning

Visit Ben Thanh Market

Start your day early at Ben Thanh Market. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Notre-Dame Cathedral

After a local lunch, head to Notre-Dame Cathedral. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 4

Local Neighborhoods

Est. Cost

$14

Morning

Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral

Start your day early at Notre-Dame Cathedral. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Mekong Delta

After a local lunch, head to Mekong Delta. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 5

Day Trip Adventure

Est. Cost

$6

Morning

Visit Mekong Delta

Start your day early at Mekong Delta. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels

After a local lunch, head to Cu Chi Tunnels. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 6

Hidden Gems

Est. Cost

$11

Morning

Visit Cu Chi Tunnels

Start your day early at Cu Chi Tunnels. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore War Remnants Museum

After a local lunch, head to War Remnants Museum. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 7

Food & Markets

Est. Cost

$10

Morning

Visit War Remnants Museum

Start your day early at War Remnants Museum. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Ben Thanh Market

After a local lunch, head to Ben Thanh Market. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 8

Art & Museums

Est. Cost

$12

Morning

Visit Ben Thanh Market

Start your day early at Ben Thanh Market. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Notre-Dame Cathedral

After a local lunch, head to Notre-Dame Cathedral. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 9

Nature & Parks

Est. Cost

$5

Morning

Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral

Start your day early at Notre-Dame Cathedral. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Mekong Delta

After a local lunch, head to Mekong Delta. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Ho Chi Minh City's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 10

Final Exploration & Departure

Est. Cost

$8

Morning

Visit Mekong Delta

Start your day early at Mekong Delta. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels

After a local lunch, head to Cu Chi Tunnels. Take your time to fully appreciate this Ho Chi Minh City highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Farewell Dinner

Enjoy a memorable final dinner in Ho Chi Minh City. Consider a restaurant you've been wanting to try throughout your trip.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.

Top Attractions Covered

1Cu Chi Tunnels
2War Remnants Museum
3Ben Thanh Market
4Notre-Dame Cathedral
5Mekong Delta

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