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Saigon River Express

Me Linh Point Tower, Suite 2105 | No. 2 Ngo Duc Ke Street, Ho Chi Minh City District 1, Vietnam
+84 (0) 128 592 0018
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Owner description: Let us take you on a journey to some of the world's most significant sites. Visit the historical Cu Chi tunnels, the laidback backwaters of the lush... more » Owner description: Let us take you on a journey to some of the world's most significant sites. Visit the historical Cu Chi tunnels, the laidback backwaters of the lush Mekong Delta and the UNESCO-listed Can Gio Biosphere Reserve. We offer authentic experiences in areas that can only be accessed via the region's scenic waterways. Cruise between verdant rice paddies and mirror-like pools along the tributaries and canals of the river of nine dragons - the Mekong Delta. Step back into Vietnam's not-too-distant past at the Cu Chi Tunnels to experience wartime life. Cruise mangrove forests off Vietnam's southern coastline and learn about the diverse flora and fauna of captivating Can Gio. Fall into the local rhythm and take time to enjoy the here and now. Connect with Vietnam's landscapes, warm people and perhaps, even yourself. « less
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Immingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

We first used SRE for a top trip to the Mekong delta. A smart chap in company logo picked us up on time (7.30am) and zipped us down to the boat. There we met our fellow travellers for the day and boarded the boat. As I remember the boat comfortably held 15 and that included a crew of 5. As... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

We took the boat up to the tunnels and what a day it was. Initially they gave us a breakfast on board the boat, which I was pleasantly surprised to see what a very modern and well equipped speed boat. ( breakfast was also very good) The guide on board gave us a commentary whenever there was a point of... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

We decided to go to Cu Chi tunnels with the Saigon River Express Tour after being recommended by a friend. Comparatively the tour is much more expensive than the tour by bus, but together with a speed boat entry (only the two of us were on the tour), a tour guide with unlimited knowledge on the tunnels themselves and the... More

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Washington, DC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I took two tours with this company, the Mekong Delta tour and the popular Cu Chi Tunnel trip. Both gave me unique insight into life in modern Vietnam. The boats are small speedboats, but comfortable. Throughout the ride, the boat hands are constantly passing out drinks and local fruits to taste. The guides were knowledgeable and their English skills were... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

We booked to do this trip on our second day in Ho Chi Minh. We ideally wanted to do an afternoon tour, but it was not running on the days we wanted so we booked the following morning, all via e-mail. E-mails were answered swiftly, and accurately. There was no deposit required, we just paid the full amount at the... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

After reading about them on TA, we booked Saigon River Express for tours to the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta and both were excellent. Traveling by speed boat is much better than sitting on a cramped vehicle, stuck in traffic all the way. We had between 10 and 14 people on each trip and 4 members of staff... More

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

We booked the Saigon river express through the tour desk at our hotel in Grand Silverland. I must say, that this was the best way to see the Cu Chi tunnels and it was worth every penny! We were picked up from our hotel early as we wanted to do the morning tour as it was much cooler and less... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

We booked the Saigon River express through the concierge at our hotel The Caravelle! This tour was great as we were on the speedboat to the tunnels which is faster and you see more than if your stuck on the boat! We sped past house boats, locals fishing, kids playing, local houses and even a water boat petrol station! We... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We were picked up from our hotel in the morning and taken to the pier by our friendly tour guide and driver. We met up with 6 others who were taking the trip. We received a Vietnamese breakfast which was delicious. Travelling up the river was amazing. The boat was quite powerful and it was a fantastic way to see... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

At around $100 a head this is quite an expensive tour by Vietnams standards, HOWEVER it is worth every penny. Unlike most other tours this one will take you off the well beaten tourist path and uniquely at no point will you be asked to put your hand in your pocket further or even offered the "opportunity" to buy memorabilia,... More

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