Jade Emperor Pagoda

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★ 4.9 (43K+ reviews) • 452K+ booked
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Ho Chi Minh City, a bustling metropolis that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and vibrant energy. Discover the one-hundred-year-old Jade Emperor Pagoda, a hidden gem nestled amidst the bustling commercial center. Known as Chùa Ngọc Hoàng in Vietnamese, this pagoda is a sacred place of worship for locals and a must-visit attraction for tourists seeking a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam. Explore the history and legends of Jade Emperor Pagoda, a spiritual sanctuary built in the early 20th century by a Chinese man named Luu Minh. Admire the intricate architecture, colorful decorations, and sacred statues that adorn the pagoda, including the central chamber dedicated to the Jade Emperor.
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Jane *******
3 Nov
Great tour and the guide Kevn was really helpful and nice, how made it a memorable experience. Highly recommend this tour.
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Abhishek *
3 Nov
Amazing experience the city looks so beautiful from top and extraordinary staff well managed everything…
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Arriving at the ferry pier 15 minutes before departure was no problem. When you take the ferry out of the city, you can enjoy the atmosphere of the Mekong Delta as the mangrove date palm trees and mangrove forests surround the riverside. It is better to go out to the back of the boat and enjoy the scenery. It took 2 hours and 10 minutes to get to Vung Tau, and the river and sea were calm, so there was little rocking on the boat.
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It is okay to arrive at the pier 15 minutes before departure. The boat departed on time. Go to the back of the boat and feel the river breeze. The sunset over the mangrove forests of the Mekong Delta is beautiful.
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We were initially a bit disappointed when our guide arrived 10 minutes late, and we were surprised to learn that no car was included in our booking. Instead, they arrange a Grab for us, which is already paid for—so no additional expenses there. However, our tour guide, Hao, turned out to be fantastic! He’s not only an amazing photographer but also fun, flexible, and incredibly knowledgeable. We ended up having a great time, and the photos he took were simply stunning. Given that hiring a dedicated photographer would have been much more expensive and may not have allowed us to explore as much, this experience was truly a great value for money. This 2-hour tour really encapsulated our Vietnam trip, and I highly recommend it! If you can, definitely ask for Hao! (The photos below may not necessarily be the best photos we got but they were chosen as our faces were not as exposed in them)
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