Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Upon arrival - Ho Chi Minh. Meals: none
On arrival at Tan San Nhat airport you are met and transferred to hotel. Ho Chi Minh City still called Saigon by many locals’ people, which is the center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This bustling metropolis, contradiction of its northern counterpart is crowded with bikes and motorbike exciting with numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafés. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi Tunnels. Meals: B
The sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City begins with Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the Southern Vietnam President until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. We also visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda, War Remnant Museum before continuing to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where handy craft, laquer ware and more on sales! This afternoon we drive Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network of approximately 200 km constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, accommodation and schools, which were used as a military base for the Vietcong in the Vietnam War. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh - Vinh Long - Can Tho. Meals: B, L
Heading out of town we travel by road to Caibe. Arriving Cai Be we embark on a boat for a boat to explore daily life of local people on Mekong river. Along the way we also visit the many fascinating local cottages industries including rice paper makers, sweet factory, bonsai nurseries. Enjoin local lunch at an orchard and tasting fresh fruits. After boat trip we continue journey with our vehicle to Can Tho. Overnight in Can Tho
Day 4: Can Tho - Chau Doc. Meals: B
After breakfast this morning we embark for a boat trip on Cai Rang market a busy morning floating market where are hundreds of local boats with their own products for sales as season fruits or vegetables before drive to Chau Doc, a border town is less affected by the flash and glitz of Ho Chi Minh City’s fashionable young people although it is a major hub of trade along the Mekong. We complete our day by walking up to Sam Mountain for a beautiful view of the sunset over the mighty Mekong River. Overnight in Chau Doc
Day 5: Chau Doc - Xeo Quit - Ho Chi Minh. Meals: B
An early morning drive to Cao Lanh. A part of the pleasure of traveling in this region is the simple joy of seeing the rice fields and the smiling faces of the people. Arrive Xeo Quyt we board a boat for an exploration of the tropical forest, which was once a stronghold of the communist troop during the American wartime. This boundless cajuput forests are dissevered by numerous narrow canals surrounded by aquatic grass and plants, tall trees and vines. The cool and humid air mixing with the fragrance of flowers as well as the beautiful song of bird in the quiet environment make for an unforgettable excursion. After the boat trip we return to Ho Chi Minh passing through the charming countryside. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh - Departure. Meals: B
There is a free time to relax or further explore Ho Chi Minh City. The trip ends after your transfer to Tan San Nhat airport for departure.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Included:
- Private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodations as mentioned based on twin sharing
- Meals as indecated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Entry fee
- Sightseeing tours as stated
- English Local Speaking Guide
- Air ticket Bangkok – Ho Chi Minh – Bangkok
Excluded:
- International air tickets from / to Thailand
- Others meal
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Visa fee
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