Day 1: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) - Renaissance Riverside (Welcome Dinner)
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), meet and greet then transfer to the Hotel..
4 times arrival transfer provided: 10:00am - 1:00pm - 4:00pm - 6:00pm, please make sure you meet the driver on time at arrival hall because the pick-up team will leave airport on time. (If your arrival time differs from what we provide, please arrange your own transport to hotel)
The hotel's check-in time is 2:00pm onward, but the hotel sometimes changes the time according to its own room status. If you cannot check in, you can store your luggage and check in again later.
7:00pm - Welcome Dinner at hotel. After that, free at leisure.
Overnight at Renaissance Riverside, Ho Chi Minh
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) Full Day Tour (Breakfast/Lunch)
After breakfast, exploring Ho Chi Minh with transferring to the local pier for boat.
Embark on a private luxury speedboat heading towards Cu Chi Tunnels and it takes us almost one and half hours to get there. When sitting on board, fresh tropical fruits and mineral water are served. On the way, you will enjoy the fresh air and observe the pure beautiful landscape. In the meantime, our guide will explain about the daily rural life of local people living along the riverbanks.
Arrive at Cu Chi Tunnels (Ben Dinh) and proceed to an underground hut to watch a short documentary video and presentation about Cu Chi Tunnels during the wartime. Afterwards, you will have a soft walk into the jungle to visit the bomb craters, the countless traps, the secret entrance, the fighting bunkers, the air ventilation and the constructed living areas. For those interested, there is a chance to fire off an AK47 or MK16 with real bullets at the shooting range *own expenses*. Furthermore, you can witness the rice-paper (spring roll skin) as well as the rice-wine production line and you can even try to go through the actual tunnel. Then, you will gather together to test tasting the steamed tapioca root which is the main staple food in Cu Chi during the war.
Lunch at local riverside restaurant.
[Reunification Palace] formerly named the Presidential Palace, this important city landmark was assured its place in history on 30th April 1975, when the first North Vietnamese tanks rumbled past, signaling the Fall of Saigon and ultimately the end of the Vietnam War. Now a museum complete with period meeting areas, war rooms and a basement communication centre.
[Post Office] the building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century.
[Ho Chi Minh City Hall] the hall was built in 1902–1908 in a French colonial style by architect Paul Gardès. It is another city’s most prominent buildings.
[The Museum of Vietnamese History] is housed in yet another fine example of Sino-French architecture. Dating back to the 1920s, it contains an excellent series of exhibits dating from the Bronze Age to the Nguyen dynasty, the last ruling family of Vietnam.
[Jade Emperor Pagoda] with the pungent smell of incense hanging heavy in the air and an interior packed fall of ornate carvings and fierce-looking statues, this Taoist temple is one of the most atmospheric places of worship in the city.
After that, free at leisure.
Dinner at own arrangement.
Overnight at Renaissance Riverside, Ho Chi Minh
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) - Cai Be - Can Tho (Breakfast/Lunch)
After breakfast, meet your guide and transfer into The Mekong Delta to the riverine town of Cai Be.
[Cai Be] here you will board a motorised sampan, a traditional bamboo-covered wooden boat, and begin your exploration of one of Vietnam’s most enchanting landscapes.
Continue across the upper reaches of the river exploring beautiful riverine landscapes and observing typical life in the Mekong Delta. The region is rich with fruit orchards and, depending on the season, there will be the opportunity to taste some of the tasty tropical produce.
Lunch at a local farmer’s home.
Explore a little of the village before returning to your boat for the leisurely cruise through the maze of waterways to Vinh Long.
From here, continue by car to Can Tho, the Delta's economic hub.
Transfer to hotel and check-in.
Dinner at own arrangements.
Overnight at Can Tho Ecolodge
Day 4: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) (Breakfast/Lunch)
Early morning, as the sun rises above the Mekong Delta, is one of the most captivating times to be on the river. Take a sampan ride into the heart of Cai Rang Floating Market where boats, laden with fruits, vegetables and all manner of groceries, jostle for space and vie to sell their wares.
Returning to Can Tho town, visit the interesting museum and a Khmer Pagoda before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Transfer to hotel and.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Overnight at Renaissance Riverside, Ho Chi Minh
Day 5: Renaissance Riverside - Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) (Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) according to your departure time.
4 times departure transfer provided: 6:00am - 9:00am - 12:00noon - 3:00pm, please make sure you are in the hotel lobby on time, because the team will leave on time.
Please check out before 12:00noon. In case of late check-out, please pay the additional fee at the front desk of the hotel.