Enjoy the Adventure
Discover the best of Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon, from its historic landmarks to its bustling markets with a day spent cruising on the palm-fringed waterways of the Mekong Delta, visiting local cottage industries and soaking up the verdant scenery.
Itinerary
We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.
Welcome to Vietnam and the start of your mini adventure. Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon as it’s still commonly known, is the original ‘Pearl of the Orient’ is a bustling metropolis with bundles of history seen in the fascinating museums and the patchwork of buildings that line the streets.
On your arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel for check in (available from 2pm onwards) with the remainder of the day free.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
After breakfast, spend a full day Saigon’s most famous attractions. Kicking off with the Reunification Palace, the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War and now a museum and venue for official receptions. You can visit the War Room from where the South Vietnamese forces were controlled, and most poignantly, the room where the North Vietnamese army took official control in 1975. Nearby stands the 19th century Notre Dame Cathedral, a major centre of Catholicism in modern Vietnam and one of the city’s major landmarks. Next to the cathedral stands the Saigon Central Post Office, a classic French colonial structure with huge ceilings that still functions as a post office today.
Finally head to Ben Thanh Market, packed to the rafters with everything from fruits to nuts, tourist kitsch to true bargains – it’s the perfect place to pick up souvenirs for friends and family back home.
In the evening take a walking tour of the city’s popular Pho Tay (“Streets of Foreigners”) area where you can sample the unique flavors of south Vietnamese gastronomy including Hu Tieu – pork noodle soup, and Banh Xeo – savory fried pancakes. End the day with a cold beverage watching the world go by from one of the many streetside cafes and bars.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
Breakfast at hotel. Start our day by travelling to the Mekong Delta for a day exploring the many waterways and local cottage industries. Travel by road to Ben Tre where you’ll embark on a river boat trip making a stop at a brickwork factory to see how bricks are traditionally made from molded clay. Next visit a coconut processing workshop located along the canal and a family workshop run by women making sleep mats. There’ll be the chance to enjoy fruit and tea, and chat with the locals.
Leaving the canals behind take a motor cart (xe lôi) ride on shady roads, passing by rice fields and vegetable plains where farmers tend their crops. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch with a local family in Ben Tre before returning to the waters in a row boat leisurely cruising along palm-fringed creeks. Later return to the pier where a car will be waiting to return you back to Saigon.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
Our Tour Manager and driver will pick you up at hotel then transfer to the airport for departure flight.
HOME SWEET HOME!
Today, you’ll have the day to explore the city at your own pace. Your guide will provide recommendations for activities and sights to see.
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Private transfer and transportation on tour
- Private boat trip in Mekong Delta
- Meals are mentioned on program and served at Vietnamese restaurant or cruise (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- FOC is based on sharing twin room.
- Accommodation at hotel
- Train tickets and Bus transportation
- All flights with tax
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
- Surcharge for Public Holidays
- TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (suggestion):
- Group from 2 to 4 pax: 7-8 USD/ pax/ tour day
- Group from 5-7 pax: 5-6 USD/ pax/ tour day
- Group from 8 pax and up: 3-4 USD/ pax/ tour day
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
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