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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. What was once Saigon is now a fascinating blend of Oriental and Western influences. Explore the historic Notre Dame Cathedral, the War Remnant Museum, Reunification Hall, majestic pagodas, fishing villages of the Mekong Delta, as well as the famous Chu Chi tunnels.

SuperStar Virgo Shore Excursions: Special Cruises VSGN-001 – Highlights of Ho Chi Minh Arrive at the Museum of National History to view formidable exhibits such as collection of artefacts from Vietnam’s two thousand years of recorded history. Head to a Traditional Vietnamese Water Puppet Show next before visiting the Reunification Palace. Preserved almost exactly as it was on the day Vietnam was reunified, the building took its current form in 1966 after it had been partially destroyed in an attack. Continue your journey by taking a scenic drive through the city & Chinatown before stopping at the Thien Hau Pagoda. This Pagoda is dedicated to Thien Hau - The Sea Goddess who protects fisher folk, sailors, merchants and anyone else who travels by sea. Stop for a quick photo session at the Binh Tay Market before proceeding to the Lacquerware workshop and finally shopping at downtown Ho Chi Minh. VSGN-002 – The Cu Chi Tunnels Visit the Ceramic Factory and observe a demonstration on how these ceramics are produced locally. Proceed next to the Cu Chi Tunnels which is approximately 40km from the city; the area around Cu Chi was nonetheless controlled by the Viet Cong through its now-legendary system of tunnels. At the height of the war, the tunnels stretched from Saigon through to the Cambodian border. In Cu Chi district alone, there were over 250km of tunnels, some several storeys deep. These days, some of the tunnels - enlarged and upgraded are open to the public, and give a fair idea of the conditions within the system. At their peak, the system of tunnels included kitchens, living areas, hospitals and a network of trap doors to guard against gas and water attacks. Take a scenic drive through the city just before you stop for photo sessions at the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Municipal Post Office and the City Square. Finally stop at the Ben Thanh Market where you will find practically every commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items. VSGN-003 – Vietnamese Culinary Experience Head to the Ben Thanh Market to see a chef demonstrate the methods of buying fresh ingredients from the market. Head to a local cooking school next where participants will be paired off to cook a total of 4 mouth-watering Vietnamese dishes. Continue your journey via a scenic drive through the city before quick photo stops at the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Municipal Post Office and the City Square. Finally stop for some local shopping before you head back to the ship. VSGN-004 – Vung Tau Beach Enjoy a panoramic drive through the city – highlights include mountains, sculptures, a fishing village and the local beach as you head to Vung Tau whish also known as Cap Saint-Jacques during the French rule. Vung Tau is just 125 km South-East of Ho Chi Minh. This former seaside resort was a place where French colonialists and later U.S. servicemen spent leisure time. Stop at the White Villa, a restored Governor’s residence, which gives visitors an opportunity to see an exhibit of old Chinese pottery salvaged from an 18th century shipwreck. A visit to the Temple of Reclining Buddha and Ocean Park Beach is installed next before proceeding to shop for souvenirs. VSGN-T – Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Visit the Ben Thanh Market for some local shopping where you will find practically every commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items.

SuperStar Gemini Shore Excursions: Regular Cruises GHCM-1D - Panoramic Ho Chi Minh City Visit the Museum of National History where formidable collection of artefacts from Vietnam’s two thousand years of recorded history can be viewed. Watch the Traditional Vietnamese Water Puppet Show. Head to the Reunification Palace to visit this preserved site, almost exactly as it was on the day Vietnam was reunified. The building took its current form in 1966 after it had been partially destroyed in an attack. Take a scenic drive through the city and Chinatown. Stop over at Thien Hau Pagoda, dedicated to Thien Hau - The Sea Goddess who protects fisher folks, sailors, merchants and anyone else who travels by sea. Also stop by the lacquerware workshop. GHCM-2D – The Mekong Delta Cruise along the Mekong River and visit The Mekong Delta, at the southern most region of Vietnam and the rice bowl of the country. The Mekong River is one of the world’s great rivers, and the delta is one of the world’s largest. It produces enough rice to feed the entire population of the south and the central regions of Vietnam, as well as exporting a huge surplus of nearly 2 million tons. The delta also exports coconut, sugar cane, various fruits, and fish. Because the plains are periodically flooded by the rising Mekong River, traditional transportation is by boat, along a vast network of canals. A cruise along these canals proves to be a fascinating and rewarding experience for all visitors. Next, head to Thoi Son Island, Tan Thach Ward, Coconut Candy Workshop, Bee Farm and take a 'sampan' ride along Tan Thach Canal. GHCM-3D – The Cu Chi Tunnels Arrive at the Rice Pancake House and observe how these rice cakes are produced. Next, head to Cu Chi Tunnels, approximately 40km from the city. This area was once controlled by the Viet Cong through its now-legendary system of tunnels. At the height of the war, the tunnels stretched from Saigon through to the Cambodian border. In Cu Chi district alone, there were over 250km of tunnels, some several storeys deep. Now, some of the tunnels - enlarged and upgraded are open to the public. At their peak, the system of tunnels included kitchens, living areas, hospitals and a network of trap doors to guard against gas and water attacks. Visitors can next take a scenic drive through the city before taking quick photo stops at the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Municipal Post Office and the City Square. GHCM-4D – Vietnamese Culinary Experience Visit the Ben Thanh Market and watch the chef demonstrate methods of buying fresh ingredients from the market. Head to a cooking school where participants will be paired-of to cook 4 mouth-watering Vietnamese dishes. Next, take a scenic drive through the city. Stop for quick photo stops at the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Municipal Post Office and the City Square before heading to the ship. GHCM-5D – Pedal Cab Ride at Ho Chi Minh City Passengers will disembark the ship and start their visit at the Museum of National History where they will view a formidable collection of artefacts from Vietnam’s two thousand years of recorded history. Watch the Traditional Vietnamese Water Puppet Show, take a pedal cab ride followed by a scenic drive through the city and thereafter to the lacquerware workshop. GHCM-T - Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Visitors will get a chance to visit the Ben Thanh Market where every type of commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items are easily available. Next, stop by at the Caravelle Hotel, where visitors will get a chance to explore Central Ho Chi Minh City on their own. Special Cruises GHCM-002 – The Mekong Delta Enjoy a cruise along the Mekong River and experience the Mekong Delta, the southernmost region of Vietnam and the rice bowl of the country. The Mekong River is one of the world’s great rivers and the delta is one of the world’s largest. It produces enough rice to feed the entire population of the south and the central regions of Vietnam, as well as exporting a huge surplus of nearly 2 million tons. The delta also exports coconut, sugar cane, various fruits and fish. Because the plains are periodically flooded by the rising Mekong River , traditional transportation is by boat, along a vast network of canals. Take a cruise along these canals which will prove to be a rewarding experience for all visitors. Visit Tan Thach Ward, the Coconut Candy Workshop and enjoy a sampan ride along Tan Thach Canal before heading off to the Bee Farm. GHCM-003 - The Cu Chi Tunnels Arrive at the Rice Pancake House and observe how these rice cakes are produced. Next, head to Cu Chi Tunnels, approximately 40km from the city. This area was once controlled by the Viet Cong through its now-legendary system of tunnels. At the height of the war, the tunnels stretched from Saigon through to the Cambodian border. In Cu Chi district alone, there were over 250km of tunnels, some several storeys deep. Now, some of the tunnels - enlarged and upgraded are open to the public. At their peak, the system of tunnels included kitchens, living areas, hospitals and a network of trap doors to guard against gas and water attacks. GHCM-004 - Vietnamese Culinary Experience Visit the Ben Thanh Market and watch the chef demonstrate methods of buying fresh ingredients from the market. Head to a cooking school where participants will be paired-of to cook 4 mouth-watering Vietnamese dishes which they will enjoy later. Finally stop at the Ben Thanh Market to shop for some local souvenirs. GHCM-008 – Saigon Highlights Visit the Museum of National History and view a formidable collection of artefacts from Vietnam’s two thousand years of recorded history. Watch the traditional Vietnamese water puppet show before taking the pedal cab ride to observe a panoramic tour of downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Head first to the lacquerware workshop and then the reunification palace. The palace is preserved almost exactly as it was on the day Vietnam was reunified. The building took its current form in 1966 after it had been partially destroyed in an attack. Head to Thien Hau Pagoda which is dedicated to Thien Hau - The Sea Goddess who protects fisher folk, sailors, merchants and anyone else who travels by sea. Finally stop at the Ben Thanh Market to shop for some local souvenirs. GHCM-T - Transfer To Ho Chi Minh City Visitors will get a chance to visit the Ben Thanh Market where every type of commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items are easily available. Next, stop by at the Caravelle Hotel, where visitors will get a chance to explore Central Ho Chi Minh City on their own.

SuperStar Aquarius Shore Excursions: Relocation Cruises QSGN-001 – Highlights of Ho Chi Minh Depart to the Museum of National History and view exhibits here which encompasses a formidable collection of artefacts from Vietnam’s two thousand years of recorded history. Next head to the Traditional Vietnamese Water Puppet Show and thereafter the Reunification Palace to witness the preserved historical site almost exactly as it was on the day Vietnam was reunified. The building took its current form in 1966 after it had been partially destroyed in an attack. Head to the Jade Emperor Pagoda, one of the most beautiful pagodas in Ho Chi Minh City. Finally visit the Ben Thanh Market and find practically every commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items. QSGN-002 – The Cu Chi Tunnels Head to Cu Chi Tunnels, approximately 40km from the city. This area was once controlled by the Viet Cong through its now-legendary system of tunnels. At the height of the war, the tunnels stretched from Saigon through to the Cambodian border. In Cu Chi district alone, there were over 250km of tunnels, some several storeys deep. Now, some of the tunnels - enlarged and upgraded are open to the public. At their peak, the system of tunnels included kitchens, living areas, hospitals and a network of trap doors to guard against gas and water attacks. Finally visit the Ben Thanh Market and find practically every commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items. QSGN-003 – Vietnamese Culinary Experience Visit the Ben Thanh Market and watch the chef demonstrate methods of buying fresh ingredients from the market. Head to a cooking school where participants will be paired-of to cook 4 mouth-watering Vietnamese dishes. Finally shop for some local products before returning to the ship. QSGN-004 – Vung Tau Beach Start your journey at Vung Tau and enjoy a panoramic drive through the city – highlights include mountains, sculptures, a fishing village and the local beach. Vung Tau, known under the French time as Cap Saint-Jacques, is 125 km South-East of Ho Chi Minh. This seaside resort was once a place where French colonialists and later U.S. servicemen spent leisure time. Stop at the White Villa next, a restored Governor’s residence, which gives visitors an opportunity to see an exhibit of old Chinese pottery salvaged from an 18th century shipwreck. Visit the Temple of Reclining Buddha, Ocean Park Beach before stopping at the local shops for sourvenirs. QSGN-T – Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Visitors will get a chance to visit the Ben Thanh Market where every type of commodity imaginable from fresh produce to souvenir items are easily available.