Saigon & Mekong Delta Private Tour
(2 days)
TOUR OVERVIEW
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Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known as “Saigon,” where vibrant energy meets rich history. With over 14 million residents and 9 million scooters, this bustling metropolis serves as Vietnam's leading economic and financial hub. Explore the blend of well-preserved colonial architecture and modern high-rises, all while experiencing the warmth and friendliness of its people amidst the lively chaos. Just a short journey away lies the enchanting Mekong Delta, a lush paradise filled with orchards, rice fields, and vibrant flora, making it the heart of Vietnam's agricultural bounty.
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This tour is a great combination of history, culture and nature. It will be an unforgettable experience.
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PICK-UP POINT
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Pick up at your hotel in downtown Ho Chi Minh City. The tour guide and driver will greet you with a sign showing your full name and a warm smile.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Explore A Real Saigon.
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Our first stop is to explore small alleys and local daily market to experience local life.
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Visit Thien Hau pagoda in Chinatown, famous for its architecture. ​​​
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Drive along a canal in District 7 to see the enormous contrast between the local stilt houses and new high-rise buildings.
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Drive back to downtown Ho Chi Minh City and visit one of the most famous museums, the War Remnant Museum.
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Tour around the Dong Khoi area, which includes the General Post Office, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Rex Hotel, and the City Hall. The highlight is the former CIA headquarters, where the last American helicopter landed on the top for evacuation in the Fall of Saigon in 1975.
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We also recommend a good local restaurant for lunch.
Day 2: Ben Tre (Mekong Delta) - Off The Beaten Path Villages And Boat Rides.
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Weave through the spectacular water coconut small canals to immerse in a magical view of water coconut trees.
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Take a beautiful stroll through fruit farms and villages (1km).
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Take a short Mekong tuk-tuk ride through the rustic village and its lush farms.
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Visit a typical farmer’s house, where you will learn how coconut candies are made. Then tasting the delicious tropical fruits harvested from their garden while enjoying local traditional music.
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Return to the waterways after a relaxed sampan boat along the picturesque canal.
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Enjoy authentic Vietnamese lunch at a restaurant before heading to Ho Chi Minh city.​​
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​WHAT ARE INCLUDED​​
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My services as your private tour guide.
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Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
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Bottled drinking water.
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Entrance fees.
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Boat, sampan, and tuk tuk rides.
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Tasting of local fruits.
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WHAT ARE EXTRAS​​​​​​
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Meals.
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Gratuities guide and driver.