SAIGON CHO LON – SECRETS OF THE OLD CHINESE QUARTER
Duration1 Day
Tour TypeCity Tours
Group sizeUp to 22
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Overview
A One-Day Journey into the Chinese Heritage of Saigon
There is another side of Cho Lon hidden within the heart of Saigon — where old streets still carry the scent of traditional herbs, incense coils slowly fill ancient temples with fragrant smoke, cyclos quietly weave through historic Chinese neighbourhoods, and the vibrant colours of lanterns and lion dance heads tell stories passed down through generations.
This journey takes you into a world that feels both familiar and mysterious, where every street corner holds a story and every experience reveals a different side of Cho Lon's cultural heritage.
From the fascinating traditions of Chinese herbal medicine, to making a wish for peace and good fortune at Thien Hau Temple, and discovering the distinctive flavours of local cuisine, experience an old Saigon in a way you may never have seen before.
Itinerary
09:00: Pick up and go to Herbal Medicine Street – Discovering Traditional Healing Culture
Learn about traditional Chinese medicine and the herbs that have been used for generations. Get experience a traditional pulse reading and receive a consultation based on traditional Chinese medicine practices
10:45: Thien Hau Temple – A Moment for Peace & Wishes
Admire the temple's historic architecture, intricate details and distinctive incense-filled atmosphere while learning about the beliefs and traditions surrounding Mazu, the Goddess of the Sea.
11:00: Cho Lon by Cyclo – Slow Down & Take It In
On the cyclo, observe traditional Chinese shops, bustling market streets, narrow lanes and everyday local life - a side of Cho Lon that is often missed on conventional sightseeing tours.
11:30: Lantern Street & Lion Dance Culture
The cyclo ride ends near the famous lantern streets.
Explore traditional lantern shops, festive decorations and discover the cultural significance of lion dance traditions within the local Chinese community
12:00: Local Lunch – The Flavours of Cho Lon
Rather than a formal restaurant experience, enjoy familiar dishes rooted in everyday local life, where Vietnamese and Chinese culinary traditions come together
Location
Meeting point
Pick up at your hotel located in Saigon center
Good to know
Included
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees
- Cyclo
- Local street food for lunch
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Items not mentioned in inclusions
- Tips and gratuities
Terms & Conditions
- Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
- Tours operate subject to weather and local conditions.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Itinerary may change without prior notice.
- No refunds for no-show or late arrival.
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