Inside the Mekong Delta | Classic package tour – 07 Days

Ho Chi Minh City arrival, welcome and transfer to hotel

Landing at the Tan Son Nhat airport, you are welcomed by professional tour guide and driver at the pickup lobby. On the 30-minute driving from the airport to the city center, your tour guide will introduce you about the highlights of the city, and share the experiences of eating and drinking, traffic, culture....

On arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Note: Hotel check in time at 14.00

Included:
English speaking guide
Private transportation
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Elios Hotel(Senior Superior Room)
233 Pham Ngu Lao street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Saigon City full day tour to visit Independence palace, Walking tour, War Remnant museum, Ben Thanh market

9:00 AM: Begin your day with a visit to the Independence Palace, a striking symbol of Vietnam’s modern history. This five-story edifice, once the seat of South Vietnamese power, is a living museum of the 1960s and 70s, showcasing period decor, a secret bunker, and the iconic North Vietnamese tank that made history in 1975.

Afterward, take a leisurely stroll to the Notre Dame Cathedral, an exquisite example of French colonial architecture built between 1863 and 1880. This serene spot offers a glimpse into the city’s colonial past. Continue your walk to Nguyen Hue Walking Street, where you’ll encounter the architectural marvel of the Saigon Central Post Office. Designed by the renowned Gustave Eiffel, this working post office features beautifully preserved interiors and historical charm.

Pause for lunch or a refreshing drink at a local café, then head to the War Remnants Museum. This powerful attraction provides a multifaceted perspective on the Vietnam War, offering insights and stories that may challenge your understanding of the conflict.

As the day winds down, explore Ben Thanh Market, a bustling hub of activity since around 1870. This vibrant market is the perfect place to hunt for unique souvenirs, sample delicious Vietnamese street food, and experience the lively local atmosphere.

Return to your hotel, where you can relax or continue to explore the city’s dynamic offerings at your own pace.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Private transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Elios Hotel(Senior Superior Room)
233 Pham Ngu Lao street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Special excursion to Cu Chi tunnels and then visiting Cao Dai temple

8:00 AM: Embark on a journey from your accommodation to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the most iconic sites from the Vietnam War. These subterranean passages, crafted painstakingly over two decades with nothing but pickaxes and shovels, stretch an impressive 250 kilometers. Dive into the history of the Viet Cong's ingenious resistance against American forces and explore the labyrinthine tunnels firsthand. For a more reflective experience, visit the Ben Duoc memorial temple nearby, a solemn tribute erected in 1993 to honor the Vietnamese lives lost in Cu Chi, often overlooked by mainstream tourism.

From there, set out for the Cao Dai Temple, a striking sanctuary of spiritual significance in Vietnam. Here, you’ll witness the vibrant ceremonies of Caodaism, a fascinating religion melding elements from Taoism, Confucianism, Buddhism, and even Roman Catholicism. Time your visit to coincide with the midday mass for an immersive experience.

Wrap up your day with a leisurely meal at a charming local café before heading back to your lodgings in the early evening.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Private transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Elios Hotel(Senior Superior Room)
233 Pham Ngu Lao street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

From Saigon to Mekong, travelling to Cai Be, fruit garden tour, Kien An Cung pagoda and famous Huynh Thuy Le's house

8:00 AM: Begin your adventure with a warm welcome from your guide and driver for the journey to Cai Be. En route, make a captivating stop at the Cao Dai Temple, where you’ll witness the colorful and eclectic blend of religious practices in action.

Upon reaching Cai Be, enjoy a leisurely stroll through a charming village, where you’ll visit the serene Phu Chau Pagoda and immerse yourself in the rhythms of local life. Embark on a boat trip to Tan Phong Island, where you'll wander through lush fruit gardens, interact with friendly locals, and savor a delightful lunch featuring an array of fresh fruits and regional specialties right in the heart of the garden.

Continue your journey by car to Long Xuyen, with a stop in Sa Dec along the way. Here, explore the Kien An Cung Pagoda and the historic house of Huynh Thuy Le, a setting immortalized in Marguerite Duras’s classic novel, "L'Amant – The Lover." Take some time to delve into the bustling local market in Sa Dec, brimming with vibrant fish, vegetables, and fruits.

Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure and settle in for the night in Long Xuyen.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Boat: Cai Be
Private transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Hoa Binh 1 Hotel(Standard Room)
130 Tran Hung Dao street, Long Xuyen city, An Giang , Vietnam

Boat trip to floating market, Cu Lao Ong Ho island, Tra Su Reserve, discovering Sam mountain, Xu lady pagoda, Thoai Ngoc Hau, Tay An temple

After an early breakfast, travel to Long Xuyen, a small tributary of the Mekong River, to the lively and authentic floating market and village. Find out what the people who live near the river do every day. On Cu Lao Ong Ho Island, you can then walk for a short time or bike for an hour.

Return to the vehicle for a transfer to Chau Doc after that. On appearance, visit Chau Doc Market and partake in a boat excursion to the drifting fish town and Cham town. Get back to the town for an exchange to Tra Su hold, an excellent biodiversity biological system with run of the mill cajuput timberland. This is likewise a popular bird park, known for different species.

Sam Mountain, 287 meters high, is home to vibrant pagodas and temples like the Xu Lady Pagoda, Thoai Ngoc Hau temple, and Tay An pagoda. Return to Chau Doc. It's feasible to approach the highest point of mountain or take a motorbike taxi (40 000 VND/pp without regard to you) to partake in the marvelous dusk over the line among Vietnam and Cambodia.

Stay in a hotel in Chau Doc for the night.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Boat: Long Xuyen,Tra Su,Chau Doc
Private transportation
Entrance fees
Bike: Long Xuyen
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Chau Pho Hotel(Superior Room)
88 Trung Nu Vuong street, Chau Doc city, An Giang , Vietnam

Transferring back to Saigon, optional plan on route

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and drive back to Saigon via a ferry from Tan Chau – Hong Ngu – Long An. Stop on the way as you wish for photos.

NOTE: It's possible to take a high-speed boat (at 7.00 AM) to Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Private transportation
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Elios Hotel(Senior Superior Room)
233 Pham Ngu Lao street, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

From Saigon, flying to other destinations

Private driver will pick you up at the hotel lobby for about 30 minutes to Tan Son Nhat airport (international or domestic hall according to your request). Thanks for the visit to our city.

Note: International flights require you to be at the airport 3 hours and domestic is 2 hours before departure time.

In the rush hour (07:00 – 08:30 AM and 16:30 – 18:30 PM), it takes around 1 hour from city center to Tan Son Nhat airport.

Included:
Meal: B
Private transportation
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day