Tour Name: 5-Day, 4-Night Southern Vietnam Discovery.
Tour Overview:
An adventure that combines the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City with the profound history of the Cu Chi Tunnels and an in-depth exploration of the Mekong Delta, featuring a visit to the Cai Rang Floating Market. (3D2N in Cuchi tunnel &Hochiminh city, 2D1N in Mekong delta)
Why Choose This Tour?
- In-depth Mekong Experience: Unlike a standard day trip, this tour includes an overnight stay in Can Tho, allowing you to visit the floating market in the early morning when it is at its most vibrant.
- Comprehensive Itinerary: This tour provides a well-rounded and complete experience, combining the best of urban, historical, and natural destinations without feeling rushed.
- Local Immersion: From navigating the lively street food scene to cruising through the delta on a sampan boat, you'll gain genuine insights into Vietnamese life and history.
- Seamless and Stress-Free: With all transportation, accommodation, and key activities pre-arranged, you can focus entirely on enjoying your adventure.
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival & Evening Walking Food Tour (D), Overnight in HCMC
- Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Half-Day Tour (B/L), Overnight in HCMC
- Day 3: Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre – Can Tho (B/L/D), Overnight in Can Tho
- Day 4: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh (B/L), Overnight in HCMC
- Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: HO CHI MINH CITY ARRIVAL & EVENING WALKING FOOD TOUR (D)
- Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), you will be greeted by our guide and driver. You can leave your luggage at the hotel lobby to begin your exploration.
- In the evening, embark on a Ho Chi Minh City Walking Street Food Tour (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM).
- 6:00 PM: Meet your guide at Ben Thanh Market to explore food stalls and sample local delicacies such as Bánh Xèo and Gỏi Cuốn.
- 7:00 PM: Stroll along Nguyen Hue Walking Street and try popular snacks like Bánh Tráng Nướng and Trà Tắc.
- 8:00 PM: Discover the authentic local dishes of the Nguyen Thuong Hien Street Food Area, including Phá Lấu and a variety of delicious Ốc (snails).
- 9:00 PM: Continue your gastronomic adventure through District 3, trying Bột Chiên and Hủ Tiếu.
- 10:00 PM: The food tour concludes, leaving you free to return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 2: CU CHI TUNNELS & HO CHI MINH CITY HALF-DAY TOUR (B/L)
- After breakfast, embark on a morning excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Enjoy a 1.5 - 2 hour drive to the site. Explore the incredible network of underground tunnels, hidden trapdoors, and living areas. You'll have the opportunity to crawl through some tunnel sections and learn about the strategic importance of this site.
- Enjoy lunch near the Cu Chi Tunnels or upon returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
- In the afternoon, embark on a half-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City's key landmarks, including the War Remnants Museum and the iconic Ben Thanh Market.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 3: HO CHI MINH – BEN TRE – CAN THO (B/L/D)
- Morning: After breakfast, you will be picked up for your journey to the Mekong Delta. The destination for today is Ben Tre, known as the "Coconut Kingdom."
- Mid-Morning: Upon arrival, you will embark on a boat trip along the intricate waterways. Cruise along the Ben Tre River, visit a coconut candy workshop, and see how locals make mats using traditional methods.
- Experience a unique ride on a small rowing boat (sampan) through the narrow, palm-fringed canals.
- Lunch: Enjoy a delicious local lunch at a riverside restaurant, featuring regional specialties.
- Afternoon: Continue your exploration, visiting a fruit orchard where you can taste fresh tropical fruits.
- Transfer to Can Tho by vehicle (approximately 2-3 hour drive), where you will check in to your hotel.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Can Tho, savoring the flavors of the Mekong Delta.
- Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 4: CAN THO – CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET – HO CHI MINH (B/L)
- Early Morning (Approx. 5:30 - 6:00 AM): Wake up early to experience the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the largest and most bustling floating markets in the Mekong Delta.
- Take a boat trip to the market to witness the lively trading activities. Enjoy a local breakfast right on the boat and visit a local noodle factory.
- Late Morning: After exploring the floating market, begin your journey back to Ho Chi Minh City by vehicle (approximately 3-4 hour drive).
- Afternoon: Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City. You will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 5: LEISURELY MORNING & DEPARTURE (B)
- Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel.
- You will have free time for some last-minute relaxation or souvenir shopping on your own.
- Depending on your flight schedule, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) for your departure, filled with cherished memories of your Vietnamese escape.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- The itinerary is a sample and can be customized to suit your specific needs, interests, and budget.
- The order of sightseeing activities and meals may be adjusted based on local conditions, but all mentioned attractions will be visited.
- The itinerary on Day 2 is flexible; if you'd like to include different city landmarks (e.g., Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office), please inform us in advance.
- Please be aware that some optional activities (e.g., shooting at the Cu Chi Tunnels) are not included in the tour price.
CALL TO ACTION
This is your chance to discover the breathtaking landscapes and rich culture of Southern Vietnam. Book this comprehensive 5-day journey today and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
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