The Best Places of Vietnam
Trip Highlights
1. Soak in the spirit of South Vietnam, from the buzzing streets of Ho Chi Minh City to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels and the tranquil waterways of the Mekong Delta.
2. Crawl through the narrow underground passages of the Cu Chi Tunnels, a real piece of Vietnam War history that once sheltered an entire resistance.
3. Walk the halls of the Reunification Palace, the former presidential residence that became the symbolic endpoint of the Vietnam War.
4. Drift along the Mekong's quiet canals, wander through fragrant fruit orchards on Tortoise Islet, browse a lively floating market, and savor authentic local flavors along the way.
Itinerary
Touchdown in Ho Chi Minh City | A Gentle Start
Your Vietnam adventure begins the moment you land at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Our representative will be waiting to transfer you smoothly to your hotel, where you can check in and take some time to settle in after the flight.
Once you're refreshed, the rest of the day is yours to explore at your own pace. Step into the serene Thien Hau Temple, dedicated to the goddess of the sea, and feel the city's spiritual side. From there, head to Pham Ngu Lao Street for some easy shopping, before letting the evening unfold on the buzzing Bui Vien Walking Street, the heart of Ho Chi Minh's nightlife. Cap it off with a glimpse of Landmark 81, the city's tallest skyscraper, lit up against the night sky.
Return to your hotel whenever you're ready, for a comfortable overnight stay as the city's energy settles around you.
Cu Chi Tunnels | Ho Chi Minh City Sightseeing
History takes center stage today. Head out to the Cu Chi Tunnels, the famous underground network from the Vietnam War, and get a glimpse of its hidden bunkers. From there, explore Ho Chi Minh City's landmarks, the War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace, and the elegant French colonial-style Saigon Central Post Office. Wrap up the day with a transfer back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Mekong Delta Tour
Today's all about the waterways. Visit the peaceful Vinh Trang Pagoda, then hop on a boat ride through My Tho's scenic canals. Wander through Tortoise Islet's lush fruit orchards before heading back to your hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.
Departure Day
All good things must come to an end. After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and head to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight back home, carrying with you memories of a Vietnam well explored.