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$1,715.00
Southern Vietnam Highlights | 5-Day Cultural & Scenic Journey from Ho Chi Minh City
- 7 Days
- $599.00/Adult
- Serve from 2 adults
Discover the very best of Southern Vietnam on this immersive 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the peaceful waterways of the Mekong Delta, and the historic Cu Chi Tunnels.
Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour combines history, culture, local life, delicious Vietnamese cuisine, and free time to explore at your own pace. Visit iconic landmarks, including the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the famous Ben Thanh Market, before venturing into the lush Mekong Delta to experience life along the river.
Travel back in time at the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, one of Vietnam’s most significant historical sites, where you’ll learn about the country’s resilience during wartime.
Throughout the journey, enjoy comfortable accommodation, experienced English-speaking guides, carefully selected meals, and seamless transportation, making this the perfect introduction to Southern Vietnam
Day 1 – Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, your friendly local guide will greet you and assist with your transfer to the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City’s vibrant center.
After checking in, enjoy some free time to relax after your flight before joining your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience your first taste of authentic Vietnamese cuisine and get acquainted with your guide before the adventure begins.
Meals Included: dinner
Day 2 – Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour
After breakfast, discover the vibrant culture, history, and local life of Ho Chi Minh City on a full-day sightseeing tour.
Visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace to learn about Vietnam’s modern history, then admire the beautiful French colonial architecture of the Notre Dame Cathedral (outside view) and the Saigon Central Post Office.
Continue to the colorful Ho Thi Ky Flower Market before exploring Chinatown (Chợ Lớn), home to the bustling Binh Tay Market and the historic Thien Hau Temple, one of the city’s oldest and most important Chinese temples.
In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic ride on the Saigon Water Bus, offering panoramic views of the Saigon River and the city’s modern skyline. Visit one of Saigon’s oldest apartment buildings, known for its hidden cafés and local charm, before discovering the Secret Weapon Cellar, a hidden bunker used during the 1968 Tet Offensive.
End the day with a stroll along the lively Nguyen Hue Walking Street, one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most popular gathering places, before returning to your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch.
Day 3 – Mekong Delta Discovery
After breakfast, travel to the peaceful Mekong Delta, known for its lush landscapes and traditional river life.
Visit the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda before boarding a boat to cruise along the Mekong River. Explore a local island, visit a coconut candy workshop, sample seasonal tropical fruits, enjoy traditional folk music, and take a relaxing hand-rowed sampan ride through narrow canals. Savor a delicious local lunch featuring regional specialties before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4 – Cu Chi Tunnels & Gala Dinner
After breakfast, journey to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network used during the Vietnam War. Learn about Vietnam’s wartime history, explore the tunnel system, and discover how soldiers lived and fought underground. Guests may enter the enlarged tunnel sections if they wish.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch and some time to relax. In the evening, enjoy a memorable Gala Dinner with delicious Vietnamese cuisine and entertainment to celebrate your journey.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Gala Dinner
Day 5 – Departure
After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on your departure schedule.
When it’s time, your driver will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward flight.
Depart Vietnam with unforgettable memories of its welcoming people, fascinating history, vibrant cities, and breathtaking landscapes.
Meals Included: Breakfast
What’s Included
- 4 nights hotel accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Welcome Dinner
- 2 local Vietnamese lunches
- Gala Dinner with entertainment
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all attractions listed in the itinerary
- Full-day Ho Chi Minh City sightseeing tour
- Full-day Mekong Delta excursion
- Cu Chi Tunnels guided tour
- Mekong River motorboat cruise
- Traditional hand-rowed sampan ride
- Village transportation (horse cart or local motor cart)
- Bottled drinking water during sightseeing
- Government taxes and service charges
- Vietnam Visa Approval Letter (if required)
- Flight reconfirmation assistance
- One complimentary Tour Leader package (for eligible group bookings)
What’s Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Vietnam visa stamp fee
- Fast-track immigration service
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during meals unless otherwise specified
- Optional tours and activities
- Hotel upgrades
- Early check-in or late check-out
- Holiday or festival surcharges (if applicable)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the “Included” section
Tour Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Starting Point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ending Point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Accommodation
Guests will stay in a comfortable 4-star hotel located in central Ho Chi Minh City.
✨ If you have any additional questions or would like a custom experience, contact us directly and we’ll create something just for you!
📧 Email: info@saigontastetours.com
📱 Hotline: +84 (0) 383 624 632 ( WhatsApp, Viber, Zalo available – Mr. Ben)
🌐 Website: www.saigontastetours.com
Discover the very best of Southern Vietnam on this immersive 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the peaceful waterways of the Mekong Delta, and the historic Cu Chi Tunnels.
Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour combines history, culture, local life, delicious Vietnamese cuisine, and free time to explore at your own pace. Visit iconic landmarks, including the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the famous Ben Thanh Market, before venturing into the lush Mekong Delta to experience life along the river.
Travel back in time at the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, one of Vietnam’s most significant historical sites, where you’ll learn about the country’s resilience during wartime.
Throughout the journey, enjoy comfortable accommodation, experienced English-speaking guides, carefully selected meals, and seamless transportation, making this the perfect introduction to Southern Vietnam
Day 1 – Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, your friendly local guide will greet you and assist with your transfer to the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City’s vibrant center.
After checking in, enjoy some free time to relax after your flight before joining your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience your first taste of authentic Vietnamese cuisine and get acquainted with your guide before the adventure begins.
Meals Included: dinner
Day 2 – Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour
After breakfast, discover the vibrant culture, history, and local life of Ho Chi Minh City on a full-day sightseeing tour.
Visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace to learn about Vietnam’s modern history, then admire the beautiful French colonial architecture of the Notre Dame Cathedral (outside view) and the Saigon Central Post Office.
Continue to the colorful Ho Thi Ky Flower Market before exploring Chinatown (Chợ Lớn), home to the bustling Binh Tay Market and the historic Thien Hau Temple, one of the city’s oldest and most important Chinese temples.
In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic ride on the Saigon Water Bus, offering panoramic views of the Saigon River and the city’s modern skyline. Visit one of Saigon’s oldest apartment buildings, known for its hidden cafés and local charm, before discovering the Secret Weapon Cellar, a hidden bunker used during the 1968 Tet Offensive.
End the day with a stroll along the lively Nguyen Hue Walking Street, one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most popular gathering places, before returning to your hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch.
Day 3 – Mekong Delta Discovery
After breakfast, travel to the peaceful Mekong Delta, known for its lush landscapes and traditional river life.
Visit the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda before boarding a boat to cruise along the Mekong River. Explore a local island, visit a coconut candy workshop, sample seasonal tropical fruits, enjoy traditional folk music, and take a relaxing hand-rowed sampan ride through narrow canals. Savor a delicious local lunch featuring regional specialties before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4 – Cu Chi Tunnels & Gala Dinner
After breakfast, journey to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network used during the Vietnam War. Learn about Vietnam’s wartime history, explore the tunnel system, and discover how soldiers lived and fought underground. Guests may enter the enlarged tunnel sections if they wish.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch and some time to relax. In the evening, enjoy a memorable Gala Dinner with delicious Vietnamese cuisine and entertainment to celebrate your journey.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Gala Dinner
Day 5 – Departure
After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on your departure schedule.
When it’s time, your driver will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your onward flight.
Depart Vietnam with unforgettable memories of its welcoming people, fascinating history, vibrant cities, and breathtaking landscapes.
Meals Included: Breakfast
What’s Included
- 4 nights hotel accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Welcome Dinner
- 2 local Vietnamese lunches
- Gala Dinner with entertainment
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all attractions listed in the itinerary
- Full-day Ho Chi Minh City sightseeing tour
- Full-day Mekong Delta excursion
- Cu Chi Tunnels guided tour
- Mekong River motorboat cruise
- Traditional hand-rowed sampan ride
- Village transportation (horse cart or local motor cart)
- Bottled drinking water during sightseeing
- Government taxes and service charges
- Vietnam Visa Approval Letter (if required)
- Flight reconfirmation assistance
- One complimentary Tour Leader package (for eligible group bookings)
What’s Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Vietnam visa stamp fee
- Fast-track immigration service
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during meals unless otherwise specified
- Optional tours and activities
- Hotel upgrades
- Early check-in or late check-out
- Holiday or festival surcharges (if applicable)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the “Included” section
Tour Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Starting Point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ending Point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Accommodation
Guests will stay in a comfortable 4-star hotel located in central Ho Chi Minh City.
✨ If you have any additional questions or would like a custom experience, contact us directly and we’ll create something just for you!
📧 Email: info@saigontastetours.com
📱 Hotline: +84 (0) 383 624 632 ( WhatsApp, Viber, Zalo available – Mr. Ben)
🌐 Website: www.saigontastetours.com
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