SOUTHERN VIETNAM PACKAGE TOUR 5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS

PACKAGE TOUR  ITINERARY:

DAY 01: ARRIVAL HO CHI MINH CITY & FREE TIME EXPLORE (NO MEAL)

• Upon arrival, driver will greet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to adjust to the jet lag or explore the city on your own.
• Overnight at Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 02: HO CHI MINH CITY - CU CHI TUNNELS FULL DAY TOUR (B/L)

• Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. 
• Have lunch at local restaurant.
• Depart for Cu Chi Tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. Break time for relaxing or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. 
• Return and Overnight at Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 03: HO CHI MINH CITY –  MEKONG DELTA – CAN THO (B/L)

• 07:30: Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to learn something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high techniques of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
• Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
• At lunch time, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
• Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house.
• Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City.
• Overnight in Can Tho.

DAY 04: CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET - HO CHI MINH (B/L)

• Have breakfast at the hotel. You can take a leisurely boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River), then visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the most vibrant floating market in the area.
• Walking tour of the local noodle factory. Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda - Khmer temple, famous for its unique structure. Then move by boat to the Con Son tourist area, visit the fruit plantation and enjoy seasonal fruits.
• Have lunch and return to Ho Chi Minh City about 17h00 -17h30 PM.
• Overnight at Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 04: DEPARTURE (B)

• Take the morning to enjoy one last stroll around Ho Chi Minh City. At the appropriate time, you'll be transferred to the airport to catch your flight home. This concludes your grand Vietnam adventure. Until next time!

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