HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR (Copy)

MORNING

07:30 – MORNING MISSION: ACTIVATING THE URBAN JOURNEY

Players gather at the meeting point in District 1. The Challenge Journey application is activated, opening the first mission of the one-day urban exploration.

Players are required to record the morning rhythm of the city center, including ambient sounds, pedestrian density, and their personal feelings as the journey begins.

08:00 – OPENING DESTINATION: NGUYEN HUE WALKING STREET

Players check in at one of the most iconic public spaces representing modern Ho Chi Minh City.

Mission 1: Central City Landmark Check-in
Beyond taking photos, players observe how locals and visitors interact with the urban space in the early morning.

Unlock question:
Why do central public squares often reflect the most authentic rhythm of a city?

09:00 – CULTURAL DESTINATION: CENTRAL POST OFFICE & NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL (EXTERIOR OBSERVATION)

Players observe French colonial architecture, the spatial positioning of heritage buildings within the urban structure, and surrounding pedestrian flows.

Mission 2: Understanding Urban History
The mission focuses on the coexistence of colonial architecture and modern city life.

Unlock question:
Why do historical landmarks continue to play a central role in rapidly developing cities?

MIDDAY

11:30 – MIDDAY MISSION: AUTHENTIC SAIGON CUISINE EXPERIENCE

Players enjoy Com Tam (broken rice), a signature dish deeply rooted in the everyday life of Saigon residents.

Mission 3: Local Culinary Experience
Players observe portion size, eating style, and their physical comfort compared to the day’s movement intensity.

Unlock question:
Why has Com Tam become a representative dish of urban working life in Saigon?

13:00 – HISTORICAL DESTINATION: WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM

Players explore exhibition spaces and record personal emotions when engaging with historical materials.

Mission 4: Deep Historical Reflection
Players compare their emotional state before and after the museum visit.

Unlock question:
What transforms a museum from a place of display into an emotional experience?

AFTERNOON

15:00 – EXPERIENCE DESTINATION: BEN THANH MARKET

Players enter a traditional shopping environment, observing trading activities, communication styles, and the diversity of local products.

Mission 5: Local Souvenir Challenge
Players collect three locally representative souvenirs.

Unlock question:
Why do traditional markets continue to play an important role in modern cities?

16:30 – CULTURAL DESTINATION: DONG KHOI STREET – MUNICIPAL THEATRE

Players freely stroll through the area, capturing architectural elements and urban movement in preparation for the final mission.

EVENING

18:00 – FINAL MISSION: “SAIGON 360°”

Players submit all completed missions on the application.
They share one image that best represents their personal perspective of Saigon after a full day of exploration.

Closing question:
After just one day, what leaves the deepest impression of Saigon on you?

18:30 – JOURNEY END

Players conclude the program.
Challenge Journey – Ho Chi Minh City (1 Day) officially comes to an end.