SOUTH VIETNAM HOLIDAY
From the chaos of Ho Chi Minh City, to the colonial charm of Da Lat, South Vietnam offers a range of experiences and adventures for travellers on any budget. Chill out in the turquoise waters of Nha Trang, immerse yourself in the unique fishing culture of the Mekong Delta - the rice bowl of Vietnam. A South Vietnam holiday is a great way to discover this wonderful and wacky country.
DAY 1: WELCOME TO HO CHI MINH CITY
Greeting at airport and transfer to your hotel in Saigon, you begin a half day visiting the bustling HCMC (formerly Saigon ), the country's commercial center and home to a growing number of upscale restaurants and shops. Visit Chinatown, the Thien Hau Pagoda, the Reunification Palace , the Opera House and Hotel de Ville. If desired, also visit the moving War Remnants Museum . Explore colorful outdoor markets and Dong Khoi Street , the city's main shopping boulevard with shops.
Overnight in HCMC.
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH CITY - MEKONG DELTA - CAI BE - VINH LONG - CAN THO (B, L)
Pick up at hotel, then depart for Cai Be. Upon arriving in Cai Be, start the motorized boat to visit the Cai Be floating market. Continue cruising to Vinh Long through the small canals to enjoy the charm of the Upper Mekong Delta. Enjoy a lunch of fresh river food served in the heart of the garden accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music. Take a delightful walk through the bonsai garden. Meet the car/van in Vinh Long. Proceed to Cantho.
Check into your hotel on arrival at Can Tho. Free to explore the city on your own in the afternoon. You can also visit a village, meet the local people, have dinner with them and enjoy their music.
Overnight in Cantho.
DAY 3: CAN THO - PHONG DIEN - CAI RANG - HO CHI MINH CITY ( B, L )
After breakfast, take the morning boat trip to visit the Phong Dien floating market which is at its busiest at this time of day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the "Monkey Bridge" in the Delta. Visit a second floating market (Cai Rang). Break for lunch. Return to Ho Chi Minh City
DAY 4: HO CHI MINH CITY - CU CHI TUNNELS - DALAT HIGHLAND (B, L)
Drive to Cu Chi Tunnels to visit the underground tunnel networks. At its height the tunnel system stretched over 250km. from Saigon to the Cambodian border and was three levels deep. The network included innumerable trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. Today the remaining tunnels have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique experience and a feel of what underground life during the U.S.-Vietnam War must have been like. Transfer to Tan San Nhat airport for boarding to VN 466 (16:50 - 17:40 ) to Dalat and transfer to hotel for check in.
Overnight in Dalat.
DAY 5: DALAT (B, L)
After breakfast, leaving hotel for visiting Datanla waterfall, Tuyen Lam lake, Truc Lam pagoda, The complex was completed in 1994 with the aim of giving new life to the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen sect, a uniquely Vietnamese form of Zen founded during the Tran Dynasty (A.D 1225-1400). Then proceed to Bao Dai's Summer Palace; Bao Dai was Vietnam's last emperor, the valley of love, dreaming hills, have a horsecart trip round the hilly roads of Dalat and the natural silk embroidery workshop. Free & easy at night. Overnight in Dalat.
DAY 6: DALAT - NHA TRANG (B, L)
After breakfast, we will drive to Nha Trang today. With stop to enjoy the spectacular view of the ancient tower Po Klong Garai built by the Cham nation in Phan Rang - Thap Cham. Lunch at local restaurant. Check in hotel and relax and gain your health in Mud bathing and Mineral Spring swimming.
DAY 7: NHA TRANG (B, L)
We embark on a boat for a cruise on Nha Trang Bay , which is one of the most beautiful bays of the world. Our first stop is at the Tri Nguyen Aquarium. We then head out to Hon Mun Island where we have the chance for some swimming, snorkelling and kayaking. Our next destination is Hon Tam Island where we can relax on the sandy beach. Lunch, visit some fishing villages before boarding on our boat back to harbor and transfer to our hotel.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
DAY 8: NHA TRANG - HO CHI MINH CITY (B)
Free for beach activities until your return to Cam Ranh airport for boarding to HCMC for departure.
TOUR PRICE:
Valid now to 31 Oct 2010 |
Size of Group | Quotation based on per person in US ($) in the group of | Single Supplement |
1 pax | 2 pax | 3 - 4 pax | 5 - 6 pax | 7 - 9 pax | 10 - 14 pax |
Standard | 1205 | 698 | 587 | 538 | 495 | 451 | 156 |
Superior | 1549 | 876 | 764 | 716 | 673 | 629 | 322 |
Deluxe | 1938 | 1077 | 966 | 917 | 874 | 830 | 510 |
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INCLUDES:
- 07 nights accomodation shared in twin bed/ double bed with daily breakfast
- A/C transportation
- English or French speaking guide at local place.
- Meals (L, D) as indicated in the itinerary
- Entrance fees.
- Private nice boat on Mekong Delta & joining boat in Nha Trang
- Domestic flight with all taxes (HCMC - Dalat & Nha Trang - HCMC)
- Services charges and government taxes
EXCLUDES:
- International flight
- Insurance
- Meals and beverage
