5 Days In Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Mekong Delta

Join the 5 Days in Ho Chi Minh, Cu Chi Tunnels, and Mekong Delta to explore the captivating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty of South Vietnam. This authentic Vietnam experience allows you to explore the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh (Sai Gon) and its rich history. Discover the mysterious Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network used during the Vietnam War. Also, get lost in the lush tropical landscape and river region life in the Mekong Delta. Over five days, grab a golden opportunity to explore the best of Vietnam, from the historical sites to the floating markets. 

Highlights of 5 Days in Ho Chi Minh

• Learn about Vietnam’s glorious history at War Remnats Museum and Vietnam’s vibrant culture in Chinatown – Sai Gon
• Explore the huge underground tunnel system used in the fierce Vietnam War in Cu Chi Tunnels
• Connect with Vietnam rustic life when visiting floating markets and encountering friendly locals
• Enjoy the authentic countryside scene when visiting the peaceful villages of Western Vietnam
• Satisfy your visual and taste buds with plenty of delicious cuisine with the originalTaste of Vietnam

Day 01: Ho Chi Minh City Arrivals (-/L/D)

• Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Our guide and car will pick you up at the airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Vietnam travel trip will start with a short sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City. You will visit Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Post Office, and the People’s Committee Hall to admire the ancient architecture with French architectural style. Dinner will be served on the Saigon River Cruise with an entertainment show along the Saigon River to enjoy the sparkling scene of Sai Gon at night
• Drop you off at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 02: Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi – Ho Chi Minh City (B/L/D)

• After breakfast, our driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel at Cu Chi Tunnel. The journey is about one and a half hours. Upon arrival at the Cu Chi Tunnel, you will have a great chance to discover the system of underground tunnels. After that, you will enjoy special tea and cassava, guerrilla food served during the Vietnam War. You have a break time to relax or try shooting various Vietnam War-era weapons, such as AK-47.
• Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. After that, return to Ho Chi Minh City. We will visit the War Remnant Museum. The museum was established in 1975 and contains over 20,000 artifacts and photographs about the Vietnam War. Afterward, go to Chinatown to explore the blended culture and learn about ancient architecture at Thien Hau Temple, constructed in 1760 by the Cantonese community.
• Later, have dinner, and you will stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 03: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho (B/L/D)

• After breakfast, our driver and guide will pick you up at your Ho Chi Minh City hotel and head to the Mekong Delta. The journey Lasts about one hour and a half. The first stop is Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the most famous temples in the Mekong Delta region. Next, continue to My Tho. Get on a motorized boat on the Tien River to the Unicorn Island. From there, you will visit a bee farm to savor a cup of authentic honey tea. Then, stroll around the village and observe the local life. Make the morning trip interesting with a small rowing boat trip on the Tien River to admire how interesting ways that locals travel along the river.
• Enjoy a lunch with Western specialties at a local restaurant. Get a sampan trip to Ben Tre – The Land of Coconut. Visit a coconut candy workshop, learn how to make coconut candy and handicraft items from coconut trees, and let the sweet taste of coconut candy heal your soul. Here, you can stroll around the orchard fruit garden and enjoy the fresh flavor of tropical fruits. Relax in a tranquil atmosphere while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by islanders.
• Head to Can Tho. Check-in at the hotel, and you will have free time to explore the city’s nightlife.

Day 04: Can Tho- Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City (B/L/D)

• After breakfast, start your day early by boarding a boat to visit the dynamic Cai Rang Floating Market. The boat trip is about 40 minutes. The market is most bustling in the early hours of the morning. Here, you can meet friendly locals selling many unique items. Then, walk to the Rice Noodle Factory. You can observe how locals make rice noodles. Continue to explore Mekong Delta Life with a Rice Processing Factory, where you witness the process of creating beautiful rice grain that we consume daily.
• Go back to Can Tho to enjoy a delicious lunch. Then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. Later, have dinner, and you will stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 05: Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B/-/-)