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Embark on leisurely experiences of South Vietnam tour within an itinerary of 6 days exploring vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, rustic Mekong Delta. Immerse yourself in an underground discovery, a boat trip through floating market, and a ton of activities at great sand dunes
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  • Historic: war remnant museum, Independence palace, Cu Chi tunnels
  • Culture: Cao Dai Temple
  • Interacting with local: Ben Thanh market
  • Overnight on Mekong delta
  • Cai Be floating market
  • Walking, biking, boating

Introduction

Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is Vietnam at its most dizzying: a high-octane city of commerce and culture that has driven the country forward with its pulsating energy. A chaotic whirl, the city breathes life and vitality into all who settle here, and visitors cannot help but be hauled along for the ride.
Mekong delta-The ‘rice bowl’ of Vietnam, the delta is carpeted in a dizzying variety of greens. It's a water world that moves to the rhythms of the mighty Mekong, where boats, houses and markets float upon the innumerable rivers, canals and streams that criss-cross the landscape like arteries.
An Excellent combination of the best south of Vietnam tour-Embark on leisurely experiences of South Vietnam tour within an itinerary of 6 days exploring vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, rustic Mekong Delta. Immerse yourself in an underground discovery, a boat trip through floating market. 

Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh city tour(B,L)
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh-Cu Chi tunnel-Cao Dai temple(B,L)
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh -Cai Be-Can Tho(B,L)
Day 5: Fruit garden tour, Binh Thuy ancient house(B,L)
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City Departure(B)

Day by Day

Day 1: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City
​Landing at the Tan Son Nhat airport, you are welcomed by professional tour guide and driver at the pickup lobby. On the 30-minute driving from the airport to the city center, your tour guide will introduce you about the highlights of the city, and share the experiences of eating and drinking, traffic, culture....

Arrive at your hotel, check in.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh city tour(B,L)
Saigon City full day tour to visit Independence palace, Walking tour, War Remnant museum, Ben Thanh market

9:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel to the Independence Palace, once used as the home - office of the Presidents of South Vietnam. Our visit includes the North Vietnamese tank which effectively attacked the palace in 1975 to bring the controversial Vietnam War to an end and the five-story palace with its rooms have been preserved in their late 1960s, 1970s style and a bunker basement.

Continue by a leisurely waking tour. Heading to the Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, originally built between 1863 and 1880, evidently reflects the French colonist influences. It’s a picturesque spot in the city.

Toward to Nguyen Hue walking street, walk to the unmissable city's famous landmark. The Saigon Central Post Office is a stunning building, designed by the famous architect Gustave Eiffel. It is an actually working post office with beautiful indoor decorations.

Have a break for lunch or drink (on your own account) then in the afternoon go to the top visited in Ho Chi Minh – the War Remnant museum. The exhibits offer you all-sided views of the Vietnam War that might bring a big surprise than you are probably used to hearing and seeing.

End of the day, visit the most famous market in the city, Ben Thanh Market, which has been opened since 1870. The market not only supplies the daily needs of local people but also excellent place to pick up inexpensive souvenirs and enjoy Vietnam’s local street foods.

Come back to your hotel. Free to discover city or just relax

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh-Cu Chi tunnel-Cao Dai temple(B,L)
Special excursion to Cu Chi tunnels and then visiting Cao Dai temple

8:00 AM: Leave from your hotel to visit the most striking place in the history of the Vietnam War, the Cu Chi Tunnels.

Cu Chi is a real underground city made up of a large network of tunnels covering an area of over 250km long where the Viet Cong conducted the war of resistance against American troops. All of the tunnels were dug over a period of twenty years using only pickaxes and shovels. The tour includes special entering some part of tunnels. You will also have a chance to visit Ben Duoc memorial temple nearby but far less touristic built in 1993 in memory of the Vietnamese killed at Cu Chi.

Continue to visit one of the most sacred attractions in Vietnam - the Cao Dai Temple. Caodaism is a uniquely Vietnamese religion that is influenced by elements of Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism and even Roman Catholicism. On a visit, you can attend the midday mass.

Have lunch at local restaurant then transfer back to hotel in the afternoon.

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh -Cai Be-Can Tho(B,L)
From Saigon to Mekong delta, visiting Cai Be, boat trip, biking, overnight in Mekong Delta

Meet our tour guide and driver for your transfer to Cai Be. Visit Cao Dai temple on route. On arrival, embark a small private boat for a cruise in a branch of the Mekong River. Experience the rhythm of life on the legendary Mekong River by visiting the canals lined with orchards.

Visiting craft workshops of rice popcorn, coconut caramel and rice cake…Go biking or walking on the village paths to discover the ancient and beautiful Phu Chau pagoda where the serenity reigns and meet the local people. Enjoy lunch in an open air restaurant where you can taste a famous local specialty, the elephant ear fish. Finally, enjoy tasting delicious fruits while rowing a small rowboat in the canals, shaded by the fruit trees.

Continue your boat trip to Vinh Long and meet the driver at the pier for a transfer to Can Tho. Arrive in Can Tho in the late afternoon.  Check in your hotel and relax. Enjoy free time on your own to discover the city located on the Mekong River side.

Day 5: Fruit garden tour, Binh Thuy ancient house(B,L)

Have breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the pier for a boat trip to visit Cai Rang floating market, the largest and most lively market in the Mekong Delta. There are so many colors and smells in the bubbling atmosphere where hundreds of sampans are filled with goods such as rice, fruits, and craft products. Everything is shown to sell from the early morning.

Leave the market and continue the boat trip through the canals and visit a fruit garden (Option - replace the garden with the nursery field by the river). Head back to An Binh Market which is full of fish, fruits and vegetables. Stop at Binh Thuy ancient house which contains the orchid garden where “The Lover” was filmed.

Transfer back to Saigon, arrival at hotel in the late afternoon.

Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City Departure(B).

Private driver will pick you up at the hotel lobby for about 30 minutes to Tan Son Nhat airport (international or domestic hall according to your request). Thanks for the visit to our city.

Note: International flights require you to be at the airport 3 hours and domestic is 2 hours before departure time.

In the rush hour (07:00 – 08:30 AM and 16:30 – 18:30 PM), it takes around 1 hour from city center to Tan Son Nhat airport.

Rate & inclusions

Remarks: 
1. All of our itineraries can be tailor-made to suit your requirements, allowing us to create the perfect holiday just for you. Please click on the “Tailor this trip" button and complete the requested information for us. Upon receipt, our travel consultant will customize the best value vacation for your kind consideration. Please note: Changes CAN be made to the itinerary after our initial quote, but may result in a price change also!

2. We are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. In Indochina in particular (Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos) hotel prices make up the major expense of your holiday. Therefore, we would like to clarify how we define these charges:

· Boutique & character hotels: from $50-$80 USD per room/ per night

· Comfort = 3 star hotels from US$ 40 - US$ 60 per room/ per night

· Superior = 4 star hotels from US$ 80 - US$ 110 per room/ per night

· Deluxe = 5 star hotels from US$120 - US$ 190++ per room/ per night

· High-end = Best of the best hotels fr om US$ 250++ per room/ per night

Inclusions

  • English speaking tour guide following itinerary
  • All entrance fees and tickets mention on itinerary
  • Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
  • Boat: Cai Be Boat, Cai Rang boat
  • Private transportation following itinerary
  • Meal: Breakfast: 05, Lunch: 03
  • Bike: Cai Be
  • 01 bottle of water per pax per day
  • Service charges and Taxes

 

    Exclusions

    • International flight from/to your country
    • Travel insurance
    • Personal expenses
    • Tipping and Gratuities
    • Other not mentioned in the program

    Cancellation by Customer

    • Cancellation received before 60 days: FREE of charge
    • Cancellation received from 30 days to 59 days prior arrival date: 10% of total rate
    • Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 30% of total rate
    • Cancellation received from 7 days to 14 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
    • Cancellation received less than 7 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate

    Children Policy

    • The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
    • For infant (<04 years old): FOC except domestic ticket cost
    • 04 - 11 years old without bed: 50% adult rate
    • 04 - 11 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate
    • 04 - 11 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate

    Service & Travel Advise

    Service Details During The Trip

    We’ll immerse you in the diverse cultures of Vietnam by showcasing the unique local flavors. And with the perfect balance of included sightseeing and free time, you can customize your dream vacation with the things you have always wanted to do.
    Private Local Tour Guide: You will have legally licensed local tour guide in each destination, from welcome and farewell you at the airport. Your guide will guide, help, assist and taking care of you in order to make your tour worry-free. The good guide for you means we arrange the right guide. Vietnam Exploration Booking tours will arrange tour guide base on the feature of the itinerary and consists of the group, to maximize your experiences in traveling.
    Private Drivers & Vehicle: Safety is first priority for transportation. A well maintained good condition car with legal business licensed and an experienced driver to make sure you are in safe hands. To maximize your comfort and joyful experience with driving service, cold drinking water, cold towel are provided in the car.​​​​​
    Local Flavor Meals: Don’t worry about meals; we select both restaurants and menus for you. Vietnam Exploration Booking tours will select clean and good environment restaurants for our customer. Menu is also carefully selected by us to ensure you try different food every meal.
    We will recommend and arrange local cuisine since it is part of the cultural experience while traveling. We also recommend dinners are free on your own so you can choose your favorite food by yourself under necessary assistance of your local guide.
    Well-Selected Hotels: Comfort and good value is our priority for choosing hotels for our customers. Comfort of mattress and bedding, joyful decoration style, user friendly facilities, good service and good breakfast!

    Thing to bring:
    Comfortable clothes for seating on Van/Bus and make you more active for walking/cycling, bring, hat, cap, Suncream, sun glasses, insect repellent are also necessary  because the weather in your trip can be very hot. 
    You should take cash with you because banking system sometimes does not function well. Us Dollar, Euro, Australian Dolla are accepted in your trip, 
    Do not wear short inside temples and pagodas
    You shoule take medicine with you

    Did we hit all the items on your travel bucket list for your holiday?
    If not, dont ’worry. We specialize in tailor-made tours and can customize this program to create your dream trip. Get in touch with your personal Travel Consultant to create your personalized program.

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    Why not combine this tour with Cambodia tours, Laos tours, Myanmar tours or spend a few days in the tropical paradise that is the Viet Nam coast? We take care of everything from flights to transfers and accommodation so that you can relax and enjoy your holiday. Explore our other destinations or speak with your personal Travel Consultant for some expert advice on suitable combinations.

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