This trip concentrates on the south of Vietnam, with a taste of Mekong Delta and beaches thrown in. Ideal for travelers who are either on a short trip, or want to see Vietnam, this small loop can be completed in as little as seven days
Starting at US$ 195
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Day 1:
Ho Chi Minh City arrival (D):
Ho Chi Minh City is the heart and soul of Vietnam . It's a bustling, dynamic and industrious centre, the largest city in the country, the economic capital and the cultural trendsetter. Yet within the teeming metropolis are the timeless traditions and beauty of an ancient culture. This is a city that churns, ferments, bubbles and fumes. The streets, where much of the city's life takes place, are a jumble of street markets, shops, pavement cafes, stands-on-wheels and vendors selling wares spread out on sidewalks. It is impossible not to be infected by its exhilarating vibe.
Arriving at Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh City , the hustle and the bustle city, you will be met and driven to your hotel. Enjoy Welcome dinner with Vietnam traditional cuisine and have a good night sleep.
Transportation: Airport – Hotel Meals: welcome dinner Accommodation: Ha Hien Hotel/Dragon Hotel
Day 2:
Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi – Half day city tour (B,L):
Cu Chi, a system of tunnels combining to form an underground city during the American/ Vietnam War. It is legendary for its network of underground tunnels, which extends over 220km, and is a popular destination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors. Cu Chi still contains plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place here and all over this area you will find the remnants of war.
A morning drive will take you to visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels , a byzantine maze of underground passages, chambers, rooms and booby traps used by both the Vietminh and the Viet Cong to suddenly materialise as if from nowhere, launch a lightning ambush, you will watch a short introductory video on the tunnels construction and explore the maze of tunnels. and vanish equally rapidly. Back to Ho Chi Minh for having lunch and then our guide will show you around Ho Chi Minh City .
You will visit the Museum of War Remnants provides a very partial, but riveting, perspective of the ‘American War': not for the squeamish! The huge Ben Thanh market , one of the liveliest areas of Ho Chi Minh City , is packed with every conceivable commodity, Notre Dame Catholic Church . Your overnight will be in Ho Chi Minh.
Transportation: private A/C car Visit: Cu Chi tunnels, Ben Thanh market, Museum of War Remnants, Nothre Dame Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Ha Hien Hotel/Dragon Hotel
Day 3:
Ho Chi Minh – Mekong day trip (B,L):
Exotic life in Mekong Delta can not be seen in any where else all over the world. The rich culture and amazing beautiful fruit orchards offer tourists a relaxing trip. It will value your stay in Vietnam with unforgettable memories, unique experience and chance of communicating with such friendly and hospitable locals.
We start the tour early at 7h30 and go ahead to Tien Giang . On arrival take a boat trip around four beautiful Islets: Dragon, Unicorn, Tortoise and Phoenix on Tien River . Through Xep canel to visit Mekong traditional houses at Quoi An village (make all from coconut tree). See coconut collection set and how the locals make handicrafts from coconut trunk and shell. Enjoy seasonal fruits and listening to traditional music. Take the horse-cart on village path and stop at Ben Truc orchard, taste honey with tea or wine. See bees-breeding in wooden boxes at local farms.
Take rowing-boat on water palm creek. Lunch on islets at the local house. Experience the friendliness and hospitability of the host . Boat to visit a coconut candy workshop, taste candy (Special products of Bentre province). Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City . End of the tour at about 5:00 pm.
Transportation: Mekong boat Visit: Tien Giang Meals: Breakfast and lunch. Accommodation: Ha Hien Hotel/Dragon Hotel
Day 4:
Ho Chi Minh – relaxing and shopping around (B)
After breakfast you will be spoilt for choice for shops and most of them are within easy walking distance of each other. Many shops are found along Dong Khoi, which used to be the trendy Rue Catinat in French colonial times. Close by are Hai Ba Trung and Le Loi, which are also worth a look. Off-the-peg clothing is always a good buy but even better is to have clothes made up by one of the many tailors.
There is always a good range of colored silk to choose from. Hand-embroidered tablecloths and napkins are very popular. Items such as boxes and vases made from lacquerware are extremely good value. Busy Ben Thanh Market on Le Loi is crammed with items of interest to the visitor, such as clothes and souvenirs, as well as more general household items, food and flowers. The duty-free shop on the corner of Nguyen Hue and Le Loi in the center of downtown Saigon . Your overnight will be in Ho Chi Minh City .
Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: Ha Hien Hotel/Dragon Hotel
Day 5:
Ho Chi Minh departure (B):
Our fantastic holiday come to an end. After breakfast be relax until our driver will come to take you to airport for your flight.
Meal: Breakfast Transport: Hotel - Airport
Tour Price
Quotation in USD per person:
No in group
2 pax
3 - 4 pax
5 -6 pax
7 - 8 pax
Over 8 pax
Single supplement
Superior
290
268
228
205
195
60
Deluxe
315
288
243
224
212
80
The quotation above is valid till Nov 30th 2009
Hotel Category: + Ha Hien (2**star hotel), located in the downtown with historical rilic spots, cat thedral, the spots, Ben Thanh market and business center. It is a convenient place for businessmen, travelers and for those making excursion and shopping, standard room
+ Dragon Hotel (3*** star hotel) Located in the heat of Ho Chi Minh City's main business, within walk distance of major's restaurant, bank. It takes 25 minutes drive from the airport ; 10 minutes drive from Reunification Palace & Notre Dame Cathedral; 4 minutes drive from Ben Thanh market, easy for shopping, nice hotel with view, Superior Room)
Tour Price Includes: Breakfast and accommodation sharing twin or double room. Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above. Private boat cruise in Mekong Delta. Travel in an appropriate private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced safe driver. The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary. Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program. Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.
Tour price excludes: International flight tickets and airport tax. Visas. Dinners, except as specified above. Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses. Camera fees (if any). Insurance.
