Xin Chào! Namaste! Welcome to Vietnam.
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will be greeted and privately transferred to your hotel in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the bustling streets of this vibrant metropolis at your own pace.
Start your day with a fascinating journey into Vietnam’s wartime past:
Cu Chi Tunnels – Discover the remarkable underground network used during the Vietnam War. Walk through reconstructed sections and gain insight into life in the tunnels.
Enjoy special tea and cassava, once the staple diet of guerrilla fighters.
In the afternoon, return to the city for a half-day guided tour:
War Remnants Museum – A moving look at the impacts of the Vietnam War
Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office – Two iconic colonial-era landmarks
Ben Thanh Market – Spend an hour browsing for local handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs
Return to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
After breakfast, drive two hours to My Tho, the gateway to the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a full day exploring this lush region:
Take a boat cruise on the Tien River, passing fish farms and floating markets
Cross to Ben Tre, known as the land of coconuts – visit local workshops to see how crafts are made from coconut trunks and shells
Enjoy seasonal fruits and traditional folk music in a local garden
Ride a Xe Lôi (motor cart) through the village and visit Mr. Nam Ngo’s orchard for honey tasting and a chance to see bee farming
Glide by rowing boat along tranquil palm-lined canals
Enjoy a local lunch on the islets and visit a coconut candy workshop for a taste of this regional specialty
Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon. Evening at leisure.
Enjoy your final morning with some free time for shopping or relaxation. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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