Vietnam’s natural remedies and holistic medical practices date back thousands of years and are still widely used today. Your tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Saigon, followed by a short drive to one of the largest traditional medicine markets in southern Vietnam. As you walk through the busy stalls, take in the rich aromas and colors of dried herbs, roots, and powders used in countless age-old remedies.
Continue to the Fito Museum, the first and only museum in Vietnam dedicated to traditional medicine. Here, discover over 3,000 items related to the development of Vietnamese medicine, from the Stone Age to modern times. Explore displays of ancient tools, herbal ingredients, calligraphy scrolls, and even traditional wooden houses of physicians. Learn about legendary Vietnamese healers and the philosophy behind Eastern medicine.
The tour concludes with a soothing Vietnamese blind massage performed by professionally trained, visually-impaired therapists – an uplifting experience that supports a meaningful cause while relieving physical tension.
Return to your hotel feeling relaxed and enriched with a deeper appreciation for Vietnam’s cultural and wellness heritage.