The journey commences in the enterprising and energetic metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City with its populace speeding before heading to the watery landscape of green rice paddies, floating markets and riverside villages in the Mekong Delta.
Welcome to Saigon! You will be met at the airport and transferred to hotel in Sai Gon. After checking into the hotel, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy. Sai Gon is a bustling, dynamic and industrious centre, the largest city in the country, the economic capital and the cultural trendsetter. Yet within the teeming metropolis are the timeless traditions and beauty of an ancient culture.
Overnight in Saigon.
Start point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Quận Tân Bình, Hồ Chí Minh 736900, Vietnam
PICK UP: 07:30 – 08:00 (the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).
RETURN: 19:00
Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.
Have lunch at local restaurant.
Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun.
Return to Saigon
07:30:Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to learn something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high techniques of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
At lunch time, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho.
Have breakfast at the hotel. You can take a leisurely boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River), then visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the most vibrant floating market in the area.
Walking tour of the local noodle factory. Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda - Khmer temple, famous for its unique structure. Then, move by boat to the Con Son tourist area, visit the fruit plantation, and enjoy seasonal fruits.
Have lunch and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Arrive Ho Chi Minh City at 17:00 to 17:30
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at hotel then transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for departure flight.
End of trip!
End point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Quận Tân Bình, Hồ Chí Minh 736900, Vietnam
Cancellation fees:
Customers canceling their booking will incur the following cancellation fees:
• 30 days prior to arrival date : No charge
• Less than 30 days prior to arrival date : 10% charge
• Less than 20 days prior to arrival date : 30 %
• Less than 10 days prior to arrival date : 50 %
• Less than 5 days prior to arrival date : 90%
• No show: 100 % of the total amount of the trip.
04 nights accommodation base on 3 star hotel with double/ twin/ triple share room
All land transportation by air conditioned vehicles
Airport transfer by private car
Shuttle bus on tour
All flight exclude in the booking
Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Private car pick up and transfer to airport
- Shuttle bus pick up on tour: Multiple sharing services
Accommodation at hotels: Double or Twin or Triple sharing room
English speaking tour guide on the tour
Tour with entrance fees as specified
Group tours/ SIC tours/ Combined tour. Not the same whole group
Government tax and service charge
Meals as indicated in the program: B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner
All services mentioned in the program
Accommodation at hotel as mentioned or similar ones (check-in time: 14.00 hrs & check-out time: 12:00)
Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
All flights in the booking: International flights, Vietnam Domestic flights
No guide on free day
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)
Tip for tour guide: recommend US$ 3- $5/ person/ day tour.
Viet Nam Visa fee
Single supplement
Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations.
Other Meals and services not mentioned below
Early check-in and late check-out subject to be available with surcharge: check-in time: 14.00 hrs & check-out time: 12:00
Meals as tour program
Englis speaking local guide on tour
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