Southern Vietnam covers the Mekong Delta, the extreme southern end of the Mekong River, and the area around Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Come and enjoy this tour to see how fertile Mekong delta is, see Saigon – the busiest and biggest city of not only the region but also the whole country, discover Cuchi tunnels where were used by Viet Cong guerillas as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous guerrilla fighters.

Day 01 : Hochiminh city arrival
On arrival at Saigon airport, met by our guide then transferred to your hotel for check-in.
The rest of day is free at leisure, overnight in HCMC (Saigon)

Day 02 : Hochiminh city fullday city tour
A full day city tour of dynamic Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, takes in the city’s bustling Chinatown and begins with a visit to the Thien Hau Temple, from where you will take a cyclo ride; the most appropriate and unusual way to explore Cholon, literally meaning ‘big market’. The ride will take you to the lively Binh Tay Market. Then visit a lacquerware factory to witness workers continuing a Vietnamese ancestral tradition. After lunch visit the War Museum and the former Presidential Palace, from there on you will go on foot (the car will be available at all times) to visit the major sights of colonial Ho Chi Minh City: the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), Continental Hotel, Opera House and City Hall. After this historical visit, enjoy shopping at Ben Thanh historic market – one of the landmarks of the city if you prefer and time permits. Overnight in HCMC(B,L)

Day 03 : Hochiminh city/Cuchi tunnel/Caodai temple
Depart Ho Chi Minh City at 08:00 in the morning for the drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Leaving the city behind, the scenery changes to views of rice paddies, villagers drying noodles by the side of the road and other everyday activities
On arrival start the visit with the Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc sections of the tunnel. Here you can imagine what it was like to be a guerrilla complete with Russian Carbine rifles and AK 47's. On display in the visitor's section you can see a map of the tunnel system; this really helps you comprehend the complexity and the ingenious design of the tunnels. Next stop after a traditional lunch in Tay Ninh Town is a visit to 'The Great Temple' to witness a prayer session of the Cao Dai faithful. This is similar to amosque in that the priests hold four ceremonies a day.
The temple, consisting of nine levels with the famous 'Great Eye' in the centre of the dome in the main hall and portraits of the religion above the main altar,makes a fascinating visit.
Back Ho Chi Minh City at late afternoon, Overnight in HCMC(B,L)

Day 04 : Ho Chi Minh City/Cai Be/Vinh Long/Can Tho(Mekong delta)
Depart for Cai Be, deep in the Mekong Delta, and embark on a cruise on a traditional  junk boat. The tour begins with a visit of the colourful Cai Be floating market, followed by a visit to some locale home factories that produce rice paste, rice popcorn and coconut candy. Proceed to evergreen islands among the Mekong River through a large network of meandering tributaries, crisscrossed with countless arroyos. Lunch is eaten at a fruit orchard before the cruise to Vinh Long to discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. Drive to Can Tho and transfer to hotel on arrival. Overnight in Can Tho. (B,L)   

Day 05 : Can Tho/Mytho/Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at your hotel, cruise to the colourful Cai Rang floating market, cruise to narrow creeks, visit noodle factory and local orchard. Leave Can Tho for Ho Chi Minh City, enjoy lunch en-route in Mytho town. Overnight in HCMC (B,L)

Day 06 : Ho Chi Minh City departure
Breakfast at your hotel, free at leisure for last minute shopping, relaxing till transferred to Saigon Intl airport for your flight home or next destination (B)

PRICING - US DOLLARS PER PERSON (Valid till 30 Sep, 2012)

PRICING – US DOLLARS PER PERSON (Valid till 31 Dec, 2012)

INCLUSIVE :
-A/C vehicle transfers with driver
-Hotel accommodation in Twin sharing room with breakfast
-Sightseeing and entrance fees at all mentioned sites
-English or French speaking guide
-Meals as stated in itinerary, B=breakfast, L=lunch
-Private boat trips in Mekong delta
-GOV tax

EXCLUSIVE :
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees if yes for photo or video camera to the sites
- Any service other than mentioned 
- Tips and gratitude for guide, porters and drivers

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