Question 1

DAY 1  |  ARRIVAL – FREEDAY IN SAIGON

Accepted Answer

A private car and guide will welcome you to Saigon, Vietnam and transfer you to your hotel for relaxation and check-in. Enjoy the night to have a look around the area on your own.

Overnight at a hotel in HCMC.

Question 2

DAY 2  |  SAIGON HIGHLIGHTS

Accepted Answer

After breakfast, you will take in the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City. The first stop will be the War Remnants Museum. This museum is a collection of machinery, weapons, graphic photos, and documentation of Vietnam's wars with both the French and Americans.

After the museum, you’ll visit the Reunification Palace. It was here that the American-led war ended on April 30 1975, when the North Vietnam Army invaded the Palace forcing the president to resign. From here, visit two of Ho Chi Minh's finest examples of French colonial architecture: the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office.

After lunch, we drive to District 5, the location of Vietnam's largest Chinatown, (known as Cholon).  A bustling commercial center, Cholon is a fascinating maze of temples, restaurants, jade ornaments, and medicine shops. Here, you'll visit the busy Binh Tay Market (even more crowded than Ben Thanh) and Thien Hau Pagoda, a pagoda dedicated to the goddess of the sea, popular with seafarers making thanks for their safe trip from China to Vietnam.

Then, back to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at a hotel in HCMC

Question 3

DAY 3  |  MORNING MARKETS - CU CHI TUNNELS – BEN TRE

Accepted Answer

In the morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After that, a private car will transfer you to Ben Thanh market or Saigon Square to do a bit of shopping, troll around the market and taste various kinds of local dishes. If time permits, you can take a walk through the Russian Market or western malls.

Lunch at local restaurants.

In the afternoon, we drive to the Cu Chi district. You will have a short film on the history of Cu Chi tunnels before walking into the forest where the Tunnels are located.

There are several choices for the distance of tunnel which you can crawl in. The shortest one is 30 meters and the longest one is 100 meters. In total the system measures 250 km, connecting several villages together.

After experiencing the tunnels, take a break with some hot green tea boiled in pandan leaves and try some steamed tapioca in the forest.

Then, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to Mango Home Riverside in Ben Tre for check-in and relaxation. Enjoy the rest of the day in the Mekong Delta.
Overnight at Mango Home Riverside.

Question 4

DAY 4  |  BEN TRE DAY TRIP

Accepted Answer

At Mango Home pier, meet with your local guide and get the boat. Enjoy the river views as you cruise through the smaller tributaries of Ben Tre province (cruise time approx. 30 minutes).

Dock at “Bao Island” and disembark your Mango Cruise to visit the Coconut Garden and drink fresh coconut here. Return to your cruise and head down the river to another visit - a local coconut processing operation. From here, you will start a Bicycle trip around Huu Dinh village (approx. 4 kilometres). Then, you will stop at a brick-making factory, where the locals still use centuries-old traditional methods to make the bricks by hand.

After your visit, Mango Cruises will transfer you to the other side of the river to take a rowing sampan. Our team will paddle you through the maze of small canals to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquillity of Ben Tre province. After about 15 minutes, we will arrive at the local house of Mrs. Huong. Her family lives on fishing, shrimp trapping and farming. Enjoy the tropical fruits and honey tea in her garden before getting on a tri-motor cycle (xe loi). Enjoy the narrow village roads that navigate through the lush greenery and coconut palm trees.

After finishing the Xe Loi ride, return to your day cruiser as we will take you to Mango Home restaurant to enjoy your 5-course lunch. After your lunch, freshen up before switching to a bicycle and riding 500m (approx. 4 minutes or 7-10 minutes’ walk) on village roads past green gardens and local houses. First is Mr. Ba Tài’s house to learn the fascinating process of rice wine making.

Lastly, a memorable visit to Mr. Sau Tuong, a former Vietcong soldier who survived two years fighting the Khmer Rouge in Phnom Penh. Today, he and his wife live on making rice paper which is the most famous specialty of My Long village. Have a chat with him and enjoy the crispy rice paper made by his wife and see how it is made.

Return to Mango Home, enjoy the swimming pool or relax at one of the nice sitting areas. Have dinner at Mango Home Restaurant.

Stay overnight at Mango Home Riverside.

Question 5

DAY 5  |  BEN TRE – CAN THO

Accepted Answer

After breakfast, take a boat trip 30 minutes then get off the boat to ride the bicycle to a local market of My Long, stroll around the market, then continue the cycling tour to Phong Nam village stop for a Cao Dai religious temple visit, after that you will go biking back to Mango Home.

Return the Mango Home. Have a rest and enjoy a 5 course lunch.

Check out and say goodbye to the Mango Home Riverside, then our driver will pick you up after lunch and convey you to Can Tho city.

Check in hotel in Can Tho and spend the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Question 6

DAY 6  |  CAN THO – CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET – PHU QUOC

Accepted Answer

Enjoy your breakfast at the Deck. Freshen up for the early boat trip to the spectacular Cai Rang floating market, where you will transfer to a smaller boat and mingle amongst the thousands of trading vessels. Feel free to buy yourself fruits or drinks from the local boats.
After your market visit, return to your hotel and soak in your surroundings.

Check out and get on your private and transfer to Can Tho airport for a connecting flight to Phu Quoc.

On arrival at Phu Quoc airport, a private car/driver will transfer to a hotel/resort in Phu Quoc for relaxation and check-in.

Overnight at a hotel/resort in Phu Quoc

Question 7

DAY 7  |  PHU QUOC

Accepted Answer

Have breakfast at the hotel.

Enjoy your own leisure in Phu Quoc, this is our recommendations:
·       Visit the Phu Quoc National Park for a trek through dense tropical jungle
·       Indulge in a seafood dinner at Ham Ninh Fishing Village with oceanfront views
·       Relax on the white sands of Sao Beach, known for its crystal-clear waters
·       Explore the vibrant Dinh Cau Night Market for local crafts and street food
·       Discover local history at the Phu Quoc Prison Museum, a poignant historical site
·       Take a snorkelling trip to the An Thoi Islands to discover coral reefs and marine life.
·       Visit the Suoi Tranh Waterfall for a refreshing swim in the natural pools
·       Sample local wines at the Sim Wine Factory and learn about this unique beverage

Overnight at a hotel/resort in Phu Quoc.

Question 8

DAY 8  |  PHU QUOC

Accepted Answer

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy your own leisure during the day.
Overnight at a hotel/resort in Phu Quoc.

Question 9

DAY 9 | PHU QUOC – SAIGON

Accepted Answer

Enjoy your last morning in Phu Quoc at the hotel/resort, and then transfer to Phu Quoc International Airport for your flight to Saigon.

On arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, a private car/driver will transfer to a city hotel for relaxation and check-in.

Overnigh at a hotel in HCMC.

Question 10

DAY 10 | SAIGON - AIRPORT TRANSFER - END OF SERVICE

Accepted Answer

After enjoying breakfast, Check out your room at the hotel at noon. Then our driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight back home.

This marks the end of your memorable journey to the Southern of Vietnam!

INCLUSIONS:
Private car with a dedicated driver (7-seater or 16-seater).
English-speaking tour guide.
All listed activities.
Provided breakfasts and meals per the itinerary.
Accommodations
Entrance fees for included attractions.
Complimentary mineral water and tissues (2 bottles per person per day).

EXCLUSIONS:
Personal expenses.
Meals not specified in the program.
Bank transfers subject to a USD$35 transaction fee.
Credit card payments incurring an additional 4% fee.
Visa on Arrival Authorization Letter for Vietnam.
International flights.
Domestic flights (airfares are subject to change without notice).
Tipping and gratuities.
Any other expenses not explicitly mentioned in the program.

The best of Southern Vietnam
10 days tour

Expedition cruise - 7 nights | Upriver: Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

DAY 1 | ARRIVAL – FREEDAY IN SAIGON

DAY 2 | SAIGON HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 3 | MORNING MARKETS - CU CHI TUNNELS – BEN TRE

DAY 4 | BEN TRE DAY TRIP

DAY 5 | BEN TRE – CAN THO

DAY 6 | CAN THO – CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET – PHU QUOC

DAY 7 | PHU QUOC

DAY 8 | PHU QUOC

DAY 9 | PHU QUOC – SAIGON

DAY 10 | SAIGON - AIRPORT TRANSFER - END OF SERVICE

Booking this tour

The best of Southern Vietnam 10 days tour

Expedition cruise - 7 nights | Upriver: Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

DAY 1 | ARRIVAL – FREEDAY IN SAIGON

DAY 2 | SAIGON HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 3 | MORNING MARKETS - CU CHI TUNNELS – BEN TRE

DAY 4 | BEN TRE DAY TRIP

DAY 5 | BEN TRE – CAN THO

DAY 6 | CAN THO – CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET – PHU QUOC

DAY 7 | PHU QUOC

DAY 8 | PHU QUOC

DAY 9 | PHU QUOC – SAIGON

DAY 10 | SAIGON - AIRPORT TRANSFER - END OF SERVICE

Booking this tour

The best of Southern Vietnam
10 days tour