SOUTHERN VIETNAM TOUR - 10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS


Sai Gon, Ben Tre, Can Tho, Rach Gia, Phu Quoc
For those who want to explore the real taste of Vietnam from the North to the South, this 10 day 9 night tour is a perfect option. Start from the most vibrant city of the country – Ho Chi Minh City, you will explore the long – lasting historical and cultural values of the region. Continue onto the fertile land of the Mekong Delta, you will be amazed by the idyllic beauty of waterways, small villages and fascinating local floating markets. Before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City, there are also several days for you to refresh at one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam – the charming island of Phu Quoc. Enjoy a nice trip in Vietnam by your own way!
- tour information
DAY 1: ARRIVAL – SAI GON
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Our local guide will welcome you at Ho Chi Minh City Airport on arrival. Transfer to the city for hotel check in. Room is at your disposal at 1.30pm. You are free to relax at the rest of the day. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
DAY 2: CU CHI TUNNELS – CITY TOUR (B)
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This morning we will leave the city by private vehicle to visit the amazing tunnel network of Cu Chi. This incredible system, covering almost 250km in length was shelter to over 16,000 Vietcong guerrillas during the wars. Initially started in 1948 to provide shelter against the French air and ground sweeps, the network went on to serve as communication routes, storage facilities, hospitals and living quarters for Vietnamese fighters throughout the American war. If you are interested (and game) you can even descend into the tunnels to learn more about the harsh conditions faced by Vietcong guerrillas who lived there. Return to the city center for lunch at a local restaurant (your expense). In the afternoon set out on a tour of the former capital of French Indochina. Historic landmarks include the Old Saigon post office, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Opera House. Continue your tour by visiting the Reunification Palace which was used as the headquarters of the Saigon Government during the American war in the 60s. After that visit the ethnic Chinese district of Cholon with Binh Tay market. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
DAY 3: SAI GON – BEN TRE/VINH LONG - HOME STAY (B,L,D)
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Today we depart from Ho Chi Minh City to explore Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta (130km - 2.5 - 3 hour driving). Pick up at the Phong Nam Pier. Get on boat and will cruise along the Chet Say river (a branch of the Mekong) and stop off at various local workplaces to give you a picture of how the local economy works, including coconut activated charcoal factory where coconut shell is put into high heat kiln to produce coconut charcoal; a coconut processing workshop, where you can sample fresh coconut and see how every single part of this versatile nut is turned into food and other products. Then the boat will cruise through the small canal, discover the local life. The boat will then stop at a quiet village where you can have a short walk to experience real Delta village life, visit a mat weaving house, where straw mats are woven using a hand loom – you can even have a go at weaving yourself before boarding your xe loi (a kind of motorized rickshaw) or biking into the village where you can see farm, rice field and vegetable plan before stopping at a local house for a delicious and filling lunch, featuring such local specialties as elephant-ear fish and river shrimp, washed down with some cold drinks or beers. It’s time to board a sampan for a relaxing trip along narrow canals. At around 15.30, we head straight to a local house where we will spend the night there. After settle in your home-stay place, get ready to visit the host’s kitchen and if you are interested in, you can join them to prepare the dinner and learn how to cook some traditional dishes. Dinner and overnight at the local house. |
DAY 4: CAI BE – CAN THO (B)
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Wake up, well rested to the sound of the river and simply relax at your home stay with many interesting activities for kids for the whole morning. In the early afternoon, leave your home stay to Can Tho. On arrival, spend time to visit Binh Thuy ancient house - an ideal place to explore the region’s history. The house is filled with features that represent rural areas in the Mekong Delta region during the 20th century and has been captured in many films such as “The silt ways", “The Bạc Liêu mandarin’s son” and “The lover” of French director J. Annaud. After that, transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of day is free at your leisure. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
DAY 5: CAN THO – RACH GIA – SPEED BOAT TO PHU QUOC ISLAND (B)
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Leave your hotel in the morning for a transfer to Rach Gia pier for a 2.5 hour speed boat to Phu Quoc Island. You will say goodbye with our local guide from the pier. When arrival Phu Quoc Island, you will be welcomed by hotel representative. Be transferred to hotel and check in your room. Meals at your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Free at your leisure. Meals at your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
DAY 7: PHU QUOC ISLAND – BEACH BREAK (B)
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Free at your leisure. Meals at your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
DAY 8: PHU QUOC ISLAND – BEACH BREAK (B)
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Free at your leisure. Meals at your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
DAY 9: PHU QUOC ISLAND – FLY TO HO CHI MINH CITY (B)
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At good time, leave your hotel to Phu Quoc Airport for your flight back to Ho Chi Minh. On arrival, meet our driver and be transferred back to your hotel. Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Free at your leisure until be transferred to the airport (no guide) for your departure flight. Room is at your disposal until noon. Meals on your own. End of services. |
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