With its vibrant culture and food scene, breathtaking landscapes and friendly locals, Vietnam is the perfect escape for a tranquil, yet fun-filled vacation. Explore Ho Chi Minh City, interact with locals, and unwind on gorgeous secluded beaches for a wholesome and unforgettable experience.
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Max 75 yearsDifficulty
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Experience Vietnam's nature, culture and cuisine on this six day trip to the 'Land of the Ascending Dragon'.
- Tour Ho Chi Minh city
- Mekong delta cruise along water channels.
- Local markets and traditional workshops.
- Interact with the locals.
- Visit the ancient Vinh Trang pagoda in My Tho.
- Sample some of the freshest seafood and local delicacies
- Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnel System
- Explore the beaches of Phan Thiet
*This is perfect for those looking for a short but wholesome experience in Vietnam
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Travel notes of the day
Xin chào! Welcome to Vietnam.
You can spend the evening walking through the neighbouring streets and maybe even check out the nightlife.
A local representative awaits your arrival at the airport and will drive you to your hotel to get settled in. Once you check in, the rest of your day is at your leisure. (Check in begins at 14:00).
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City
- Ho Chi Minh City
Travel notes of the day
Ho Chi Minh city is an interesting blend of the traditional and the modern, with colonial-style architecture, traditional structures, as well as high-rise buildings. It is a bustling city with a rich history and culture.
- The Reunification Palace marks the place where the Vietnam War ended on the 30th of April 1975, when a North Vietnamese tank crashed through its front gate.
- As the name suggests, the War Remnants museum houses remnants -photographs, weapons- of the American War in Vietnam as well as others such as altercations with France and China.
- The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon is one of the best examples of French architecture in Vietnam, with most of the material used being brought over from France. It appears to be modeled after its counterpart in Paris.
- The Saigon Central Post office is the largest post office in the country and is another remnant of the bygone French colonial era in Vietnam. Send a postcard to a loved one (or yourself) from here!
A quick history lesson -
The Cu Chi Tunnels were constructed in the late 1940s by the Viet Minh to counter the French forces and put an end to colonial rule in Vietnam. These tunnels, however, were prominently used during the Vietnam War by the Viet Cong after some repairs and extensions. They were used to house troops, transport supplies and gear, bomb shelters to escape from the aerial bombing of the US forces, as hospitals and even store areas and living quarters. Booby traps were laid out for enemies. These tunnels were strategically used for guerrilla warfare against the USA.
Today, post breakfast, we set out to discover bits of Ho Chi Minh City itself as we visit The Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office, and the Jade Emperor Pagoda.
We stop for lunch at a famous Pho restaurant!
After lunch, we set off on a drive through the countryside to visit the Ben Dinh section of the well-known Cu Chi Tunnel System, an underground tunnel system, built in the 1940s by communist forces in Vietnam. On arrival, we watch a video explaining how these tunnels were used during the times of war with America. Walk through passages, crawl through narrower ones at get a glimpse of how they were once used during the times of war. You'll find displayed, booby traps, ammunition, weapons once used during the war.
There is a shooting range where you can try your hand at firing automatic or semi-automatic weapons (self sponsored).
After an informative day, we head back into the city to stay the night.
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- Ho Chi Minh City
Travel notes of the day
Today calls for a visit to the Mekong Delta, also known as the 'Rice Bowl of Vietnam'. Houses on stilts line the riverside, and lovely floating markets sell an array of goods from flowers and fruits to fresh seafood. Get an insight into the Vietnamese way of life on the waters, all while meeting some of the friendliest locals, who all seem to know each other, a tight knight community indeed.
Post breakfast, we head to the city of My Tho where we board a motor boat for a cruise along the vast network of river channels of the Mekong with views of for famous islets - Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle and Phoenix.
A glimpse of the day-
- We stop at one of the floating fish houses to discover their fresh seafood and way of life
- We visit traditional honey farming and coconut candy making workshops for some insight and hands-on experience while the trills of local traditional music permeates the air.
- Next, we hand-row a 'sampan', a kind of wooden boat through local floating markets and ride through villages on the back of a Xe Loi, a type of local cycle rickshaw.
- After a lovely 5 course traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, we board a boat back to My Tho.
- Before we return to the hotel, we visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, a majestic temple surrounded by beautiful gardens, a sight for sore eyes.
- Ho Chi Minh City
- My Tho
- Mekong Delta
- My Tho
- Ho Chi Minh City
Travel notes of the day
Pack your bags, because today we leave for the coastal town of Phan Thiet!
In the morning, after breakfast, we begin our drive to Phan Thiet, some 200 km from Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, we have the rest of the day to discover the beautiful stretches of palm fringed beaches.
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Phan Thiet
Travel notes of the day
Phan Thiet is a lovely Vietnamese coastal town, much renowned for its fish sauce. Here are some suggestions on what to do in this quaint fishing village.
- Explore the pristine beaches of the area. Swim about in the turquoise waters of secluded beaches, and sunbathe and picnic beachside.
- Ride an ATV through the Red Sand Dunes
- Sample some of the local delicacies
- Stroll through the lanes of Phan Thiet Central market and shop for food, condiments, souvenirs and more.
Today is at your leisure. Go around town, sunbathe in the golden sand, or take a tip in the blue, blue ocean - the day is all yours!
Travel notes of the day
The trip comes to an end here. Pack up and make sure you have all your travel documents. Until next time!
Today, we drive back to Ho Chi Minh City, and you will be transferred to the Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward journey.
- Phan Thiet
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City
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- Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis, with breakfast.
- All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle except for group tours.
- Pick up and drop to and from the airport.
- Local English-speaking guide
- Meals where mentioned
- Entrance fees
- SIC tours - day 2,3
- Complimentary Vietnam Visa letter
- International flight tickets
- Vietnam Visa stamp fee of 25 USD for single entry
- Early check in & Late check out
- Drinks, other than water.
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, cigarettes)
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Surcharge if staying in Phan Thiet during the weekend (Friday-Saturday)
- Hotels are subject to availability.
- Check in usually begins after 2 pm.
- Flight fares are subject to change.
- During the festive season and peak season, expect an increase in rates.
- Validity of the passport should be minimum 6 months from the intended date of return.
- For group from 10 and more, a compulsory tip for the guide and driver is added.
- Learning the local language always earns you smiles (and discounts!)
- Public display of affection is frowned upon as it is considered impolite.
- Be respectful of monks. Woman, especially, must never touch male monks.
- Avoid pointing your bare feet at monks or statues of Buddha. It's a sign of disrespect.
- It is advised that you dress conservatively while visiting religious sites and places of worship.
- It is recommended that you obtain an e-visa for Vietnam. It's a quick and easy process which can be done via the following government website - https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/web/guest/khai-thi-thuc-dien-tu/cap-thi-thuc-dien-tu
The processing fee for the same is 25 USD. Ensure that you have in hand a printed E-visa.
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