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Sweet Love in South Vietnam 6 Days 5 Nights
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Overview
Embark on a captivating 6-day tour to the enchanting Mekong Delta from Saigon. Discover the city's iconic landmarks before leisurely sailing through picturesque canals, surrounded by water coconut palms. Experience the charm of local workshops, tropical fruit gardens, and cycling through idyllic fields. Don't miss the vibrant Cai Rang floating market with its kaleidoscope of colorful produce. An unforgettable adventure awaits.
- Vibrant Ho Chi Minh City: Conclude the journey in the bustling metropolis, exploring historical landmarks and savoring diverse culinary delights.
- Mekong Delta Exploration: Journey to Ben Tre and Can Tho, discovering the ancient Cai Rang floating market and immersing in Mekong River life.
Places you’ll see
Itinerary
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Upon your arrival at the airport in Saigon, you will be greeted by a driver who will transfer you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore the vibrant city of Saigon on your own.
You may wish to indulge in the delicious local cuisine or visit the various markets and shopping areas.
Meals for the day will be on your own.
Overnight in Saigon.
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After breakfast, you will visit the Opera House, which was built in 1900 and inspired by the architecture of the Opera Garnier in Paris. The facade of the opera is a replica of the Petit Palais in Paris. You will also visit Notre-Dame Cathedral, a famous central Saigon Cathedral built in 1877 with materials imported from France, and the Post Office signed by Gustave Eiffel.
After lunch at a restaurant, you will explore the Chinese quarter "Cho Lon" and its impressive Binh Tay market. You will end the day with a visit to a lacquer ware factory, where you will have the opportunity to witness the creation of traditional Vietnamese lacquer ware.
At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel for some leisure time.
Dinner on your own.
Overnight in Saigon.
Begin your immersive experience of traditional Vietnamese life with a pick-up from your hotel to Ben Tre, a charming town situated in the Mekong Delta renowned for its scenic natural landscapes and distinct local culture.
At 10:30 am, you'll arrive at Hàm Luông pier in Ben Tre town, where you'll board a boat for a picturesque cruise on the Ben Tre River, one of the Mekong Delta's tributaries. During the journey, you'll observe the vibrant activities taking place along the river, such as fishing and water transfer, which form an essential part of the daily routine of the local people.
Witness the traditional brick-making process by visiting the masonry and observing how bricks are printed and fired. Then, explore a coconut processing workshop located along the canal and visit a workshop where mats are made and tea and fruit are enjoyed.
Experience the tropical culture of the peasants by taking a motor cart (xe lôi) or a bicycle through the green plains or green rice fields.
Enjoy lunch at the Hai Hồ family and then take a rowing boat to reach the pier, where you'll continue your journey by car to the house where you'll be spending the night. Check-in with the locals and take some time to rest or explore the village to learn more about the daily life of the locals.
Savor the flavors of traditional Vietnamese cuisine at the homestay dinner, prepared using fresh, local ingredients.
After dinner, unwind with a foot bath program that includes precious medicinal herbs from the garden and Sa Huynh salt, which is made using coconut shells for an authentic relaxation and healing experience.
Overnight homestay in Ben Tre.
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7:30 am: Enjoy breakfast at the bungalows. Then, take a cycling tour to explore the local market, witness the process of making brooms, visit workshops, and see how soy sauce is made.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
After lunch, transfer to Can Tho and check in at your hotel.
Dinner is at your own expense, so you can explore the local restaurants and street food stalls on your own.
Overnight in Can Tho.
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After enjoying breakfast, embark on a sampan boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market, where you can witness locals buying and selling various goods, from fruits and vegetables to household items.
Afterward, visit a family-run noodle-making factory to observe the process of making rice noodles by hand.
As you cruise along the river, take in the serene scenery of rural life and the lush vegetation along the riverbanks. You'll also have the opportunity to visit Ba Cong garden, where you can indulge in the fresh fruits grown in the orchard, and a noodle craft factory to learn about the traditional method of making noodles.
Afterward, stop for lunch at the charming Mekong Restop, a romantic spot with lovely views. Later in the afternoon, return to Saigon, arriving around 4 pm.
Check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening with dinner at your leisure.
Overnight in Saigon.
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Following your breakfast, you will have some leisure time before your scheduled airport transfer for your flight back home. Please note that meals during this time will be at your own discretion.
End of Trip.
Meeting & Pickup
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Useful Information
Expand All- Drinks and meals not mentioned.
- International airfare and departure taxes.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks… etc.
- Vietnam Visa (If you are not exempt from the visa).
- Any gratuities and tip to driver and tour guide ($3-5/person/day for both guide & driver, $1 for boat rower and cyclo rider).
* Notes:
- Domestic flights: We quote separately and can book for you without fees.
- Surcharged for Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December if any.
- The triple room is possible upon your request.
- Surcharged for Public holidays (30/4-1/5, Lunar New Year).
- A single supplement is required if you are traveling alone.
- The timing of check-in and check-out at the hotels: Check-in at 14:00, check-out at 12:00. (Early check-in/late check-out is upon your request).
- All customers participating in the tour must have a passport and identification document when leaving the country.
- Backpack, toiletry bag, sunscreen/cap, water bottles, camera(optional), extra pair of clothes, personal medication, track pants and cotton T-shirt, sweater/ warm jackets for the night.
- Dry fruits, energy bar, chocolates, torch per person with extra batteries, moov spray, dettol solution or salt to avoid leeches, sports shoes or trekking shoes or comfortable shoes with good grip, personal hygiene items: medicine, face towel, shower gel, brush, toothpaste.
- Deposit 50% tour price when signing up and pay the remaining amount 10 days before starting date.
- In case of tour cancellation: (Tour cancellation time is calculated by working days, excluding Saturday, Sunday and public holidays and New Year).
- After the deposit, if you cancel the tour, the company will not refund the deposit.
- If you cancel or change the tour within 20 - 29 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 70% of the tour price.
- If you cancel or change the tour within 10 - 19 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 90% of the tour price.
- If you cancel or change the tour 9 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 100% of the tour value.
* Notes:
- Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months from the date of return.
- If you are a foreigner or overseas Vietnamese, please bring all your passports (bring both passports in case you have 2 citizenships), and Vietnamese visa (attached to your passport or separate sheet) while on tour.
- Please follow according to the tour program, do not separate from the group. If there is a need to separate from the group, please notify the consultant when registering for the tour for more information and additional costs (if any).
- Customers aged 70 years or older require a health certificate to travel abroad from a doctor and must be accompanied by a relative under 60 years old (healthy). Guests over 75 years old, please pay a premium insurance (the fee varies depending on the tour).
- The program may change depending on the flight situation, the hotel in at the site will be officially confirmed on the day of the group meeting, 2-3 days before the departure date. The attractions may not be in the order in the program. During the peak weeks in the site, the hotel may not be in the central area but still ensure the hotel standard according to the program.
- In case of cancellation of the tour right after registration until 10 days before the departure date, you will be subject to a 30% penalty on the travel fare.
- In case of cancellation of the tour within 5-10 days before the departure date, you will be charged 50% of the travel fare.
- In case of cancellation of the tour within 3-5 days before the departure date, you will be charged 75% of the travel fare.
- If you cancel the tour within 0 – 3 days before the departure date, you will be charged 100% of the travel fare.
* Notes:
- In case of tour cancellation due to objective incidents such as natural disasters, epidemics, postponement and cancellation of transportations service... Tourist will not be responsible for any additional compensation other than refund tour fee.
- Above is the maximum cancellation penalty, this cost can be reduced depending on the conditions of each service provider for Tourist.
- The tour cancellation time is calculated for working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays and New Year.
- If the travel program is canceled or changed by either party due to a force majeure reason (fire, weather, accident, natural disaster, war, delay and cancellation of the public transport plus…), the two parties will not bear any obligation to compensate for the loss that has occurred and not bear any liability. However, each party is responsible for trying its best to help the aggrieved party to minimize losses caused by force majeure.
- Children under 2 years old: 30% of adult price (baby sharing bed with parents).
- Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 90% of adult price (kid sharing bed with parents), 100% of adult price (kid has their own bed).
- Children from 12 years old and up: 100% of the adult price.
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Customer Reviews
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MAMatthew | Mexico
Mar 27, 2024Great service with a lot of knowledge
Perfect tour for us!!! I recently had an amazing Southern Journey in Vietnam with Auasia Travel team. The riverside was stunning, we also had the chance to know how the coconut was made, it's very interesting. The guide's stories added depth to the experience, making it a perfect blend of culture and exploration. And thanks to the tour, we can try riding on a tuk-tuk, it amazed ..More -
FRFrankacery | France
Mar 20, 2024Excellent tour, with close attention to individual needs!
Lovely and beautiful lands. A family of five embarked on this trip, which picked us up from our hotel and took us straight to Saigon. We saw several areas, including a coconut farm, fruit fields, and the Delta River. This package was ideal; it included lunch, boat transfers, and a river excursion. Our guide, Bach, was really helpful, speaking both French to my parents and English to me and my ..More -
SOSofia | Finland
Mar 05, 2024Excellent personal services, and well-organised!
Great time with Auasia Travel. Our tour of Vietnam Southern Insight Journey 6-Day was an eye-opening experience, albeit with some ups and downs. Starting with the positives, the tour offered us a glimpse into the life and culture of the Mekong Delta region. Our guide was knowledgeable. The itinerary is the full of interesting places to see, so impressed. Nonetheless, it was an unforgettable ..More
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