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HO CHI MINH - CU CHI TUNNELS - MEKONG DELTA - VUNG TAU BEACH

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Duration:
5 days 4 nights

Group size:
12

Transport by:
Bus

Overview

This 5-day, 4-night journey takes travelers on a comprehensive exploration of Southern Vietnam’s most iconic destinations, seamlessly blending history, culture, nature, and seaside relaxation. The trip begins in Ho Chi Minh City, the country’s most vibrant economic hub, home to numerous historical landmarks and architectural works bearing strong French colonial influences. Travelers will have the opportunity to delve into Vietnam’s heroic past at the Cu Chi Tunnels - a unique underground network closely associated with the resistance war against the United States. Here, visitors can gain insight into wartime history and experience activities that recreate the daily life of Vietnamese soldiers during the war. Leaving behind the bustling city, the journey continues to the peaceful Mekong Delta region. In My Tho and Ben Tre, travelers will enjoy a boat ride along the Tien River, weave through lush green canals, savor fresh tropical fruits, listen to traditional music, and learn about the traditional coconut candy-making craft. The trip concludes with a visit to Vung Tau, a well-known coastal city near Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers can relax on Thuy Van Beach, visit the iconic Jesus Christ Statue, and explore spiritual sites as well as French-influenced architectural landmarks, creating a perfect balance between cultural discovery and seaside leisure

Gift

1. 02 bottle of mineral water per person per day 2. Local SIM card for convenient communication 3. Enjoy local fruit, honey tea and honey wine in Ben Tre Coconut Candy Village

Highlights

Cu Chi Tunnels: Travel back through history and explore this intricate underground tunnel system — a symbol of the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people during wartime.
Mekong Delta – My Tho & Ben Tre: Immerse yourself in the peaceful waterways of the Mekong Delta, enjoy fresh tropical fruits, and experience the local culture.
Thuy Van Beach (Vung Tau): Relax on this beautiful beach with cool sea breezes, soft sand, and a perfect setting to unwind and recharge.
Jesus Christ Statue: One of Vung Tau’s most iconic landmarks, offering panoramic views of the coastal city.
Exploring Saigon: Discover the vibrant life of Vietnam’s largest city through its historic sites, French colonial architecture, and unique cultural fusion.

Itinerary

DAY 1: Ho Chi Minh arrival - welcom

Tourists flight to Tan Son Nhat Airport, Vietnam → Airport pick-up → Check-in Hotel → Free & Easy.

Arrive the Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Welcome by the representative for pick up and transfer to hotel. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 2: Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi tunnels

Transfer to Cu Chi → Cu Chi Tunnels → try to cook with the smokeless stoves → try shooting AK-47 (personal expense) → Back to Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast at the hotel, our vehicle picks you up and departs for Cu Chi. Upon arrival at the Cu Chi Tunnels Historical Site, you will watch a documentary film introducing the formation and historical importance of the tunnel system during the war. You then continue to explore: • The tunnel system, including living areas, meeting rooms, medical stations, and food storage. You can experience crawling through the tunnels and learn about the daily life and fighting strategies of the Cu Chi soldiers. • Experience cooking with the Hoang Cam smokeless stove, a unique wartime invention, and enjoy boiled cassava and hot tea – the traditional food of soldiers in the past. • Experience shooting an AK-47 at the shooting range inside the site (optional, at your own expense). After the visit, the vehicle takes you back to Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or go shopping. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 3: Ho Chi Minh - Me Kong delta

Khởi hành đi Mỹ Tho → Tham quan chùa Vĩnh Tràng → Du ngoạn sông Mekong → Tham quan làng kẹo dừa Bến Tre (thưởng thức trái cây nhiệt đới, trà mật ong, rượu mật ong, nghe nhạc truyền thống Việt Nam, tìm hiểu quy trình làm kẹo dừa) → Trở về TP. Hồ Chí Minh

After breakfast at the hotel, the tour guide picks you up and departs for My Tho (travel time about 1.5 hours). Upon arrival in My Tho, you will visit: • Vinh Trang Pagoda – the largest and most famous pagoda in the Mekong Delta, featuring a harmonious mix of Asian and European architecture. • Take a boat trip on the Tien River, where you can see floating fish farms and houses on the river. The boat travels through small canals, away from the busy city, bringing you a peaceful and relaxing countryside feeling. • Ben Tre Islet – walk around the village and visit local homes to: - Enjoy fresh tropical fruits - Drink honey tea and honey wine - Listen to traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local people • Visit a coconut candy workshop to learn about the traditional making process and coconut handicraft products. You are free to take photos and enjoy the fresh natural environment before having lunch at a local restaurant with Vietnamese specialties (at your own expense). After lunch, you can relax, walk around the village, or take a short bicycle ride to explore the countryside. The vehicle then takes you back to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 4: Ho Chi Minh - Vung Tau Beach

Transfer to Vung Tau → Thuy Van Beach → Jesus Christ Statue → Thang Tam Temple (Whale Temple), Charming French colonial landmark → White Palace (Bach Dinh) → Nghinh Phong Cape → Back to Ho Chi Minh City

Our vehicle and tour guide pick you up at your hotel and meeting point in central Ho Chi Minh City, then depart for Vung Tau. You will visit: • Thuy Van Beach – free time for swimming, sunbathing, or relaxing and enjoying the fresh sea air. • Christ the King Statue – the famous symbol of Vung Tau. You can climb to the top to enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the city and coastline. • Thang Tam Temple (Whale Temple) – learn about the spiritual culture and traditional beliefs of local fishermen. • White Palace (Bach Dinh) – an old French-style building with elegant architecture and historical value. After that, you can walk around and take photos at Nghinh Phong Cape, a popular check-in spot with open sea views and a romantic atmosphere. At the end of the tour, the vehicle takes you back to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you are free to relax. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 5: Ho Chi Minh city - departure

Check out hotel → Independent Hall → Notre Dame Cathedral → Central Post Office → War Remnants Museum → Airport drop off

After breakfast at the hotel, guests check out. Then, the group joins a Ho Chi Minh City tour to visit the main highlights: • Reunification Palace – a historic site connected with important events in Vietnamese history. • Notre Dame Cathedral – a famous architectural symbol of the city. • Saigon Central Post Office – a beautiful French-style building. • War Remnants Museum – displaying valuable documents and exhibits about the Vietnam War. After the tour, the vehicle transfers guests to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for their departure flight. Farewell and see you again on your next journey. End of the tour program.

What’s Included

High-quality air-conditioned car throughout the program

Accommodation in double/twin rooms with daily breakfast (Check-in: 14:00 / Check-out: 12:00)

Meals as indicated

English-speaking guide

Drinking water: 2 bottles (500ml) per person per day

Entrance fees to attractions

Internal Travel insurance in Vietnam.

What’s Not Included

International/internal, flights

Evisa: 35$/pax

TIP for driver & guide: 3$/pax/day

Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program

Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels

Travel insurance in all kinds

Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)

From $268.00~~$317.00~~

Important information

1. The price for Vietnamese traditional holidays (New Year's Day, Lunar New Year, Hung Kings' Festival on April 7, Reunification Day on April 30, Labor Day on May 1, National Day on September 2) will change. 2. Hotel accommodation is based on double occupancy. If single occupancy is required, an additional room surcharge of 16USD/night will apply. 3. Our company is not responsible for any valuable items or souvenirs purchased from shops not arranged by our agency. (It is advised not to purchase any travel products from street vendors.)

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