5 days. Classic Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi – Mekong Delta
Experience the vibrant heart of Southern Vietnam with this 5-day journey through Ho Chi Minh, Cu Chi, and the Mekong Delta.
Dive into the rich contrasts of Ho Chi Minh City — where French colonial charm meets bustling street life — then uncover wartime secrets at the Cu Chi Tunnels and sail through the peaceful canals of the Mekong Delta. Enjoy flexible pacing, VIP arrival service, and cultural experiences with local flavor. Perfect for small groups or couples seeking a well-balanced blend of history, nature, and relaxation in Southern Vietnam.
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh (Arrive)
Arrival in Ho Chi Minh. We welcome and transfer you to hotel. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.
Meal: N/A
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong deta
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.
Meal: B,L
Overnight in Can Tho
Day 3: Mekong delta - Ho Chi Minh
Around 6.30am, we pick you up to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest at this time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Delta.
Break for lunch then return to Ho Chi Minh.
Meal: B,L
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi tunnels & city tour
Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war’s end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.
Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.
Meal: B,L
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh (Departure)
Enjoy breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time in the city until we transfer you to the airport for departure flight.
Meal: B
Overnight: N/A
Inclusion
Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
English/Chinese-speaking online support (LINE/WhatsApp)
Transfer as per itinerary
Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Hotel & accommodation
Visa & SIM Card
Exclusion
Drinks
Other service not mentioned
Tips
Personal expenses
Han River Night Cruise (optional)