4 Days Sourthern Vietnam Highlight tour
Price
Duration
Max People
Min Age
Tour Type
Reviews
No reviews yetOverview
Experience engaging activities with local villagers and explore historical relics in Ho Chi Minh City. At the Cu Chi Tunnels, immerse yourself in the experiences of Vietnamese soldiers during the Vietnam War. Venture deep underground, navigating through winding tunnels and encountering various traps, providing a firsthand glimpse into the wartime struggles and resilience.
Highlights:
- Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of Saigon City.
- Witness the abundance of the Mekong Delta as you cruise around the four enchanting islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.
- Visit numerous significant historical landmarks in Saigon.
- Embark on an exploration of the intricate network of tunnels at Cu Chi and delve deeper into the history of Vietnam.
Included/Excluded
- 3 night accommodations
- Meals as noted: B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner
- Group transfer and English speaking guide on tour
- All entrance fees on tour, tax and service charges
- Airport transfer in Ho Chi Minh city
- Visa to enter Vietnam
- International flight tickets
- Tips and personal expenses
- Things are not clearly mentioned above
- Personal travel insurance
Tour Plan
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh arrival- Airport transfer- Check in hotel (No meal)
You will be welcomed by a warm driver at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and transferred to hotel in central. The rest of the day is free on your own and relax at the hotel.
Please note:
– Check in time is 14.00
– Can be arranged early check in with additional cost.
Meals: No
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 2: Mekong Delta Full day tour (B, L)
7:30 – 8:00am – Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.
Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.
Riding a hand–rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey–bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.
Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.
In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip.
Return to hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Distance from Ho Chi Minh to My Tho is about: 67–68 km/ Duration: ~2 hours. My Tho – Tan Trach: 9–10km/ Duration: ~30 minutes
Kindly note: You should wear comfortable clothes, shoes. Bring poncho if it rains.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnel half day tour (B)
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. End trip.
Kindly note: Please be advised that lunch is not included in the itinerary. You will return to the hotel around 3:00 PM, so it is recommended that you have a substantial breakfast to sustain you until your return.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 4: Airport transfer- Trip ends or extends your stay (B)
Today marks your departure home according to your schedule. Kindly provide us with your departure time from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, and we'll organize a car to take you there.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: No