An ideal 7-day 6-night travel plan to experience the leisure in the South of Vietnam. After visiting Ho Chi Minh city take an excursion to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta. Then escape to Con Dao Island, an untouched paradise with white sandy beaches waiting for you to come and relax.
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Ben Tre - Con Dao Island
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Overview
Overview
Start/End: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)/Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Visit: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – Ben Tre – Con Dao Island
Duration: 07 Days
Travel style: Authentic, Beaches, Family
Category: Private tour
Tour schedule: Daily Departure
Tour guide in: English, Français, Español, Deutsch, Italiano
Highlights
- Historic: Independence palace, Cu Chi tunnels
- Interacting with local: Ben Thanh market, Mekong Delta
- Walking, biking, boating
- Con Dao Island beach holiday
Itinerary
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
Visiting credible Cu Chi tunnels, Independence palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Post Office, Ben Thanh Market
8:00 AM: Start your day with a pickup from your hotel and a drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a remarkable relic from the Vietnam War. Delve into this extensive underground network, a testament to the Viet Cong’s resilience, which spans over 250 kilometers and was painstakingly dug by hand. Explore the tunnels and visit the Ben Duoc Memorial Temple nearby, a poignant site dedicated to the Vietnamese lives lost, often bypassed by mainstream tourists.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon for a visit to the Independence Palace. This historic five-story building, once the seat of the South Vietnamese presidency, retains its 1960s and 1970s decor. Explore its opulent rooms, the bunker basement, and view the iconic North Vietnamese tank that famously breached the palace gates in 1975.
Next, take a leisurely walk to the Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, an elegant example of French colonial architecture built between 1863 and 1880. The cathedral’s stunning design and peaceful surroundings offer a beautiful contrast to the bustling city.
Just a short stroll away is the Saigon Central Post Office, another masterpiece designed by Gustave Eiffel. This functioning post office, with its ornate interior and historical charm, stands as a testament to colonial architectural excellence.
Finish your day at Ben Thanh Market, a lively marketplace in operation since 1870. Beyond its role in daily life for locals, it’s a fantastic spot to pick up unique souvenirs and sample a variety of flavorful Vietnamese street foods.
Your driver will then take you back to your hotel, where you can unwind after a day of exploring Ho Chi Minh City's rich history and vibrant culture.
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
Traveling to Mekong, enjoy boat trip, biking, interacting with local people in Ben Tre
At 8:00 AM, move to Ben Tre, a picturesque area in the Mekong Delta known for its coconut candy. Upon arriving at Hung Vuong Pier, you’ll embark on a boat ride along the Ben Tre River to explore local life. Continue your journey on a canal to Nhon Thanh Village, where you'll have the chance to sample fresh fruits.
Explore the village paths by bike (or Tuk Tuk), where you'll pass by coconut groves, rice fields, and vegetable gardens. A delicious lunch of elephant ear fish will be served in the village. Afterward, a brief walk will give you a deeper insight into local life. The excursion ends with a relaxing boat ride on a narrow canal shaded by wild palm trees. You'll return to Saigon later in the afternoon.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B, L
Boat: Ben Tre
Private transportation
Bike: Ben Tre
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
Flying to Con Dao, beach holiday
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.
Get warmly welcomed at Con Dao airport then enjoy a 30-minute drive along the island, witness the landscape. Arrive at your hotel, check in and enjoy your beach vacation.
Included:
Meal: B
Private transportation
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Flight :VN8067 (SGN - VCS) - (Direct) / 11:25 - 12:25 - Vietnam Airlines - Economy / 06 tickets
Con Dao Resort(Superior mountain view)
8 Nguyen Duc Thuan, Con Dao island, Ba Ria Vung Tau, Vietnam
Con Dao free & easy
Today you are free to relax and explore the island.
Included:
Meal: B
Con Dao Resort(Superior mountain view)
8 Nguyen Duc Thuan, Con Dao island, Ba Ria Vung Tau, Vietnam
Con Dao free & easy
Today you are free to relax and explore the island.
Included:
Meal: B
Con Dao Resort(Superior mountain view)
8 Nguyen Duc Thuan, Con Dao island, Ba Ria Vung Tau, Vietnam
From Con Dao, flying to other destinations
Enjoy your time until getting transfer to the airport. Perfectly end your beach holiday on Con Dao Island.
Take a flight back to Tan Son Nhat airport ( Ho Chi Minh City). End of services.
Included:
Meal: B
Private transportation
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Flight :VN8062 (VCS - SGN) - (Direct) / 13:55 - 15:00 - Vietnam Airlines - Economy / 06 tickets
Cost Includes
- English speaking tour guide following itinerary
- All entrance fees and tickets mention on itinerary
- Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
- Boat: Ben Tre
- Private car following itinerary
- Flight Tickets: VN8067 SGN - VCS (Vietnam Airlines - Economy) , VN8062 VCS - SGN (Vietnam Airlines - Economy)
- Meal: Breakfast: 06, Lunch: 02
- Bike: Ben Tre
- Service charges and Taxes
Cost Excludes
- International flight from/to your country
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tipping and Gratuities
- Other not mentioned in the program
The package typically includes accommodation, meals, guided tours, and transportation between destinations.
The best time is generally from November to April when the weather is dry and pleasant.
Yes, many activities cater to families, including beach time, cultural experiences, and nature tours.
Yes, many activities cater to families, including beach time, cultural experiences, and nature tours.
You can reach Con Dao via a short flight from Ho Chi Minh City or by ferry from Vung Tau.