Restaurants are plentiful in Saigon. The food was fantastic. Tourists can shop at Ben Thanh Market and at many shops along Le Loi and Nguyen Hue Streets. Saigon is also a hub for many travelers. From here you can book many organized tours to the Mekong Delta region, the highlands, or the coastal resorts of Vung Tau and Nha Trang.
Travelers travelling alone usually book their trips with various travel agencies in Saigon.
It is safer to travel with groups, although it is quite safe to travel alone in Vietnam, and it saves travelers valuable time from the hassle of finding hotels and transportation. Once arriving at the destinations, travellers usually have plenty of time to discover and see the place at their own pace.