Ho Chi Minh
4 Days 3 Nights
Experience the dynamic blend of history, culture, and natural beauty on this 4‑day journey through Ho Chi Minh City and its surroundings. Delve into Vietnam’s compelling past at iconic war and colonial-era landmarks, venture into the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels to uncover stories of resilience, and glide along the serene waterways of the Mekong Delta, sampling local delicacies and discovering traditional village life. Balancing guided experiences with leisure time, this short escape offers an immersive taste of southern Vietnam’s energy, charm, and warmth.
Highlights
- Discover the city’s French-colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and key historic landmarks.
- Step into an intricate underground network used during the Vietnam War.
- Sail through lush waterways, visit local farms, and taste fresh tropical fruits.
- Learn about rice paper making, honey production, and coconut candy crafting from local artisans.
- Enjoy Southern Vietnamese folk music and traditional dishes in a rustic riverside setting.
- Marvel at one of the largest and most beautiful temples in the Mekong region.
Arrive at Ho Chi Minh International Airport and self-transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, begin your cultural journey with a visit to the War Remnants Museum and the historic Reunification Palace. Later, stroll through the city center to admire landmarks like the Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral (view from outside), Central Post Office, and browse for local goods at Ben Thanh Market. Check in and enjoy your overnight stay.
Breakfast at the Hotel
Hop on the van and depart Saigon with a first stop enroute to visit a family producing rice paper. Share a bit of time with them and then continue to Cu Chi Tunnels. Getting at the site in the mid-morning, your guide takes you first through an introductory video before visiting the relics. Along the visit, you will have the chance to see various mantraps, the remains of an American tank and numerous bomb craters. The next hour is dedicated to exploring the maze of tunnels and to understand better how the Viet Cong survived in this underground network. Back to Saigon.
Afternoon is your free time at leisure or your own sightseeing/shopping around the town.
Overnight stay at the hotel
Have an amazing breakfast at the hotel
Start the trip to the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival at My Tho wharf, the motorboat takes you on the Tien River to see the floating fish farm village, and the RACH MIEU bridge – a cable-stayed bridge spanning the Tien River linking the two provinces of Tien Giang (My Tho) and Ben Tre together, and four islands: Long, Lan, Qui, Phung. Stop by Con Lan to visit the local honey bee farm and taste the unique honey tea. The electric cart will escort you to the fruit garden where you can try out the fresh tropical fruits (seasonal) and listen to traditional Southern music.
Experience the taste of the Mekong Delta when sitting on a rowing boat, weaving into the small canal, watching rows of water coconuts, and the simple landscape of the Mekong Delta. Returning to the big boat, along the Tien River, the motorboat will take you to the province of Ben Tre, which is known as the “Vietnamese coconut island” to visit the specialty of Ben Tre’s coconut candy oven. Have lunch at the local restaurant. Take a rowing boat to the restaurant to have lunch with typical dishes of the Mekong Delta. On the way back, visit Vinh Trang pagoda, which is known as “the largest temple in Tien Giang”. Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and relax at the hotel with a good night's sleep
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Then proceed to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure, taking along treasured memories of vibrant city life, rich history, and the scenic landscapes of Vietnam.
- Return Flights in Economy Class
- Check - in Baggage
- Accommodation at 3*** Hotel
- Standard Buffet Breakfast at Hotel
- Tours as mentioned in the itinerary
- Half-Day Tour of Ho Chi Minh City on shared transfers
- Full Day Tour to Cu Chi Tunnels on shared transfers
- Full Day Tour to Mekong Delta on shared transfers
- Travel Insurance
- Amazing Freebies
- Free Visa and Passport Assistance
- Anything not mentioned in the Cost Inclusions column
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, porterage.
- Usage of Mini bar in the room at hotel
- Any early check in or late check out.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicles, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Any medical expenses etc.
- GST @ 18%
Our tour packages typically include accommodation, guided sightseeing, transportation during the tour, some meals as specified in the itinerary and local guide services. Please check the specific tour details for exact inclusions.
Unless specified, international or domestic flights are not included in our tour packages. We recommend booking your flights separately. We are happy to assist with flight recommendations if needed.
Most of our tours are family-friendly and suitable for children and seniors. However, some activities may be physically demanding. Please review the specific tour itinerary and let us know if you have any health concerns, so we can advise accordingly.
Pack comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and any personal medications. For specific tours (e.g., mountain or beach tours), we will provide a detailed packing list.
We strive to follow the planned itinerary. However, if unforeseen events (like weather or local issues) require changes, we will provide alternative arrangements of equal value to ensure your experience is enjoyable and safe.
Recent Posts
- Beaches in Bali, Indonesia
- Cambodia In August: Island Hopping And Weather Tips
- Kenya vs Tanzania Safari: The Better African Safari Experience
- A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring
- Dorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing on a elit Curabitur argcu erat accumsan.
Recent Comments
Recent Posts
Newsletter