Vietnam’s Southern Gems 5 Days 4 Nights

Summary

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH ARRIVAL – RELAX (N/A)

Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will receive a warm welcome from your driver, who will transport you to your hotel. Take this opportunity to relax and unwind in the comfort of your accommodation in District 1 after the check-in process.

You’re welcome to relax or take part in one of our optional tours:

  • Dinner Cruise in Saigon River From 39$/pax
  • Must See Cultural A O Show Saigon Ticket From 32$/pax

Enjoy the night in Ho Chi Minh.

Overnight in  Ho Chi Minh

DAY 2 : HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR – CU CHI TUNNELS FULL DAY (B, L, D)

7:30-7:45 AM: Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification palace, which was built on the site 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 both the Indochina wars. 

Have lunch at a local restaurant.

Departing 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 an 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 exploring the remaining area and tunnel systems which include the specially 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 purposes during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. 

Break time for relaxing or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. 19:00 PM: Return to Saigon.

19:00 PM: Return to Saigon.

Have a good dinner.

Overnight in  Ho Chi Minh

DAY 3 : MEKONG DELTA FULL DAY (B, L, D)

7:30 AM Pick you up at our office at your hotel in District 1 before heading to My Tho city .

An unforgettable way of seeing the Mekong Delta to drive along the provincial roads down on the Southern region of Vietnam through paddy rice field, pine-apple plantation, orchard and small hamlets (2 hours drive).

Following your arrival in My Tho , you will have a local motor excursion to Dragon Island , Unicorn Island , Turtle Island , Phoenix Island . We will stop at the famous Unicorn Island. You will visit nature’s pure honey at a beekeeping farm , taste some honey wine , rice wine , and banana wine . 

Continue the motor boat excursion to Ben Tre province , where you will see a coconut candy workshop.

From there , transfer to a small motor boat and travel along the lush , green canals and stop at the local restaurant for Vietnamese lunch. 

Moving on to another area on the Unicorn Island to enjoy sampling various tropical fruits at the orchard garden while listening to the Southern traditional music.

You will be taken back to My Tho by local boat .Take bus to  Vinh Trang pagoda for guests visit then back to Ho Chi Minh City

19: 00 PM : Arrival to Ho Chi Minh

Have a good dinner.

Overnight in  Ho Chi Minh

DAY 4 : MUI NE FULL DAY TRIP (B, L, D)

7:30 AM: We will pick you up at your hotel  and move to Mui ne. It takes 2.5-3 hours.

Arrive Mui Ne , Visiting Fairy stream (Suoi Tien) where the small stream runs through the middle of the red sand dunes. It is like a mini version of Red Canyon

After lunch, then we visit Mui Ne fishing village, observing the daily lives of fishermen, catch is hauled to shore and fishing boats are lining up

 Visiting White sand dunes. At the top foot of the sand dune, catching the first sunrise of the day. (option: other jeep or ATV which can drive on white sand dune, payment by your own)

 Continue with your jeep to visit Red sand dunes, slopes are less steep than the White sand dunes, but great opportunity for taking photo as red color of the sand is great contrast to background scenery and observing the spectacular sunset over the red sand dunes

 After seeing the sunset at the red dunes, the jeep brings you back to the center.

We transfer to HCM, arrive HCM around 20:30 PM

Have a good dinner.

Overnight in  Ho Chi Minh

DAY 5 : HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE (B)

Have breakfast at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh  When it’s time for your departure, our team will arrange a transfer for you from the hotel to Ho Chi Minh  Airport. You’ll be transported in a comfortable vehicle to ensure a smooth and convenient journey. Once you arrive at the airport, you can proceed with your check-in and board your flight to your next destination.

Included

4 nights hotel shared room
High Quality Tourist transportation
Professional English speaking tour guide
Daily Buffet Breakfast
3 lunches, 3 dinners
Cable cars, entrance fees, basket boat
Mineral water 2 bottle /day
Travel insurance

Excluded

Hotel early check-in (before 2pm) & hotel late check-out (after 12pm)
Beverage, Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities (policy: 3$/pax/day)
Vietnam visa stamping fee if required
Others not mentioned above
Surcharge for Lunar New Year (Tet), Independence Day, Liberation Day, Christmas and Peak season…

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