Tour Itinerary
Day 1 : Ho Chi Minh Arrival
On arrival at Ho Chi Minh airport (about 1:00 pm), our transfer will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh for check-in. Lunch at the restaurant.
In the afternoon, join in the Water Puppet Show – a traditional performance of Vietnamese.
After that – we will take you to enjoy your dinner at Bitexco Financial Tower with a height of 262 meters is the tallest building in Ho Chi Minh City to date. With a design concept taken from the shape of a lotus bud, the Vietnam national flower, Bitexco Financial Tower is not merely a building that is covered in glass and steel, but also a symbol of beauty and the rapid development of Ho Chi Minh City’s economy, a key economic region in Vietnam. Bitexco Financial Tower is a typical example of creativity and unique design. One of the tower highlights is the first observation in the city on the 49th floor. Saigon Skydeck has opened for all visitors from January 1, 2011. With a full range of services and facilities for visitors, the Skydeck has officially opened to welcome visitors both domestic and international visitors since July 2011. Visitors have the opportunity to visit Saigon Skydeck, not only enjoy the full sight of Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon River but also have the chance to use the facilities and services at this Skydeck. With many activities that will be held at the Skydeck during this year, with special offer prices for different customer groups, the Skydeck will be an attractive destination in the journey of Ho Chi Minh City for both domestic and international tourists.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh – My Tho – Ben tre
8:00 am: Our guide will pick you up at your hotel. Then drive about 1,5 hours “70 km” to My Tho which is known as the “bigger rice basket” in Viet Nam.
9:30 am: After arriving at My Tho, you will get on the local motor boat will take you to go along Dragon Island, Unicorn Island, Phoenix Island, and Turtle Island. On the boat, you can see the fishing port, Rach Mieu Bridge, stilt house, and boat-building workshop. Then we will stop at the famous Unicorn Island and visit Crocodile Farm
10:30 am: At Unicorn Island, you will take a short trek to see the fruit garden. You can also enjoy tropical fruits, natural honey tea, and wine at a bee-keeping farm and Vietnamese traditional music shown by the locals.
Then transfer to a small motorboat travel along the lush, green canals, and stop at a local restaurant for Vietnamese lunch. You can ride a bike around the village and visit a crocodile farm, take a rest on a hammock, or study how to pass the monkey bridge.
A rowing boat carries you slowly through the canals which cover a peaceful air and are full of water- coconuts trees.
After that, you will continue your motor boat trip to Ben Tre province.
The horse car will take you to the village to visit a hand-made coconuts candy workshop and see the locals how to make rice noodles. The boat will take you back My Tho. Transfer to Can Tho. Have dinner at the restaurant and then check in hotel.
Leisure in the evening by wandering Tay Do night market, Ninh Kieu Wharf, or enjoying these delicious local dishes.
Overnight at a hotel in Can Tho.
Day 3: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, D)
After breakfast, 8:30 a.m check out hotel.
We take a boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the lower Mekong Delta.
9:15 am: Cruising along the small and picturesque tributaries by local boat, we will see the Cai Rang floating market (the nicest one with heaps of rowing boats). Take in the beautiful scenery and the daily activities of the locals who live along the Mekong canals. You will roam through the village to visit a rice husking mill and a rice noodles-making shop, etc.
10:00 am: Visit Can Tho market.
11:30 am: Have lunch at a restaurant
1:00 pm: Start moving back to Ho Chi Minh City.
4:00 pm: Arrive at Ho Chi Minh, check in hotel, free activities at night.
Day 4 : Ho Chi Minh City Tour
After breakfast at your hotel, the bus and tour guide will pick you up at 8 am for visiting:
• Reunification Palace
• Visit the War Remnants Museum
• The Post Office Center, Notre Dame Cathedral
• China Town
• Ben Thanh’s market
• Finish your time here, transfer to Bach Dang Wharf: Enjoy an unforgettable night sailing down the beautiful Saigon River, and delight in the spectacular views of Ho Chi Minh City by night.
• Upon boarding the beautiful cruise ship, settle in for a delicious dinner while admiring the twinkling nightlife on either bank of the Saigon River.
• As you continue your evening cruise, enjoy the variety of traditional performances aboard the ship. Be amazed by the spectacular fire dancing, sway along to the beautiful music numbers, and enjoy performances by talented dancers showcasing the dances of Vietnam.
• Finish your time on the cruise. The bus will transfer you back to your hotel.
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure
Breakfast at your hotel
Free at your leisure, then see you off at Tan Son Nhat airport for you to take the flight home. Finish the beautiful trip to Vietnam.
I recently embarked on a remarkable journey through Ho Chi Minh City and the captivating Mekong Delta. The tour organization was flawless, with comfortable accommodations, well-organized transportation, and an attentive guide who ensured a seamless and engaging experience for everyone.