Saigon City, Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta 2-Day Tour with Afternoon Departure

1. Day 1: Saigon City Tour: Cultural Heritage & Saigon River Water Bus

   Afternoon Option | The Vibrant Saigon – Cultures & Contrasts

   Enjoy a relaxing morning at your leisure before joining an afternoon exploration of Ho Chi Minh City's cultural heritage, traditional neighborhoods, and modern skyline.

   12:30 – 13:00 | Hotel Pickup: Pick up from centrally located hotels on designated streets in District 1 (Zones A, B, C, and D) or meet your English-speaking guide at the designated meeting point. Begin your afternoon sightseeing journey by air-conditioned van.

   • Thien Hau Pagoda: Visit this historic 19th-century Chinese temple in Chinatown, dedicated to the Goddess of Seafarers. Admire its ornate traditional architecture, intricate decorations, and cultural significance within Ho Chi Minh City's Chinese community.
   • Cho Lon & Binh Tay Market: Explore the bustling atmosphere of Chinatown and discover Binh Tay Market, a major wholesale trading center filled with local products, traditional shops, and Chinese-Vietnamese cultural influences.
   • Saigon River Water Bus Experience: Enjoy a scenic journey along the Saigon River as the sun sets, admiring the city's modern urban landscape and riverside scenery. Capture views of Vinhomes Central Park, Landmark 81, and Bitexco Financial Tower.

   18:00 | End of Day 1: Return to your hotel or the original meeting point. Enjoy the evening at your leisure and explore Saigon's local dining scene independently.

2. Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day Discovery

   06:30 – 07:00 | Hotel Pickup: Pick up from your hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Meet your English-speaking guide and depart by modern air-conditioned van for the Cu Chi Tunnels. Enjoy an approximately 1.5-hour journey through the countryside.

   Morning | Cu Chi Tunnels Exploration

   • Arrive at the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network used during the Vietnam War.
   • Watch a short historical documentary explaining the construction of the tunnels and the survival strategies of Vietnamese soldiers during wartime.
   • Explore sections of the underground tunnel network and discover the extraordinary conditions in which people lived and worked.
   • Visit underground living quarters, including bedrooms, kitchens equipped with Hoang Cam stoves, weapons factories, storage areas, field hospitals, and command bunkers.
   • Learn about the defensive systems, concealed trapdoors, and booby traps used to protect the underground network.
   • Experience crawling through narrow underground passages and gain a deeper understanding of life in the tunnels.
   • Taste traditional wartime cassava served with peanut salt and hot tea, a simple meal associated with guerrilla fighters.

   11:30 | Traditional Vietnamese Lunch: Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey to the Mekong Delta.

   Afternoon | My Tho & Mekong Delta Exploration

   • Travel to My Tho, a gateway to the picturesque Mekong Delta region, famous for its waterways, lush countryside, and traditional rural lifestyle.
   • Tien River Boat Cruise: Board a spacious motorized boat for a scenic cruise along the Tien River, passing the four famous islands: Dragon Island, Unicorn Island, Phoenix Island, and Tortoise Island.
   • Hand-Rowed Sampan Ride: Experience a traditional sampan journey through narrow, tree-lined canals shaded by water coconut palms. This activity is managed within a duration of less than 10 minutes.
   • Honey Farm: Visit a local honey farm and enjoy freshly prepared honey tea while learning about traditional local products.
   • Coconut Candy Workshop: Discover traditional coconut candy production and sample handmade sweets.
   • Tropical Fruit Tasting: Enjoy a selection of fresh seasonal fruits from the Mekong Delta.
   • Don Ca Tai Tu Folk Music: Listen to a live performance of traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music by local artists.
   • Optional Village Cycling: Take a short, leisurely bicycle ride along rural village paths to observe everyday life in the Mekong Delta countryside.

   16:30 | Return Journey: Depart from the Mekong Delta and travel back to Ho Chi Minh City by air-conditioned van.

   19:00 | End of Tour: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and return to your hotel or designated meeting point. Actual arrival time may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Important information

• Tour price includes

  Included

  • Round-trip transportation by modern air-conditioned van.
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • Entrance fees to attractions listed in the itinerary.
  • Saigon River Water Bus ticket for the afternoon city tour.
  • Motorized boat cruise along the Tien River in the Mekong Delta.
  • Traditional hand-rowed sampan ride through the Mekong Delta canals.
  • One traditional Vietnamese lunch on Day 2.
  • Tropical fruit tasting and honey tea.
  • Traditional wartime cassava snack.
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day.
  • Value-added tax (VAT).

  Not Included

  • Hotel accommodation.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Additional meals, food, and beverages not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips and gratuities for the tour guide and driver.
• Good to know

  Tour Information

  • Tour duration: 2 days.
  • Package type: Non-accommodation tour.
  • Maximum group size: 12 guests.
  • Daily departures are available.
  • Tour prices exclude public holidays and special occasions.
  • Day 1 offers a choice between a morning city tour and an afternoon city tour. Guests must inform the tour operator in advance which session they prefer.

  Pickup & Return Information

  • Day 1 afternoon pickup: 12:30 – 13:00.
  • Day 1 detailed itinerary return time: 18:00.
  • Day 2 detailed itinerary pickup: 06:30 – 07:00.
  • Day 2 detailed itinerary return time: 19:00.
  • The exact pickup time depends on the hotel's location and traffic conditions. The tour operator will confirm the pickup time before departure.
  • Return times are subject to traffic and weather conditions.

  Complimentary Pickup Areas

  Complimentary pickup is available from designated meeting points and centrally located hotels on specified streets within Ben Thanh, Cau Ong Lanh, and Sai Gon wards in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Zone A: Ly Tu Trong, Le Thanh Ton, Truong Dinh, Nguyen An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Luu Van Lang, Le Anh Xuan.
  • Zone B: Dong Khoi, Nguyen Hue, Thi Sach, Thai Van Lung, Mac Thi Buoi, Ho Huan Nghiep, Ton Duc Thang.
  • Zone C: Nguyen Thai Binh, Le Thi Hong Gam, Bui Thi Xuan, Suong Nguyet Anh, Ky Con.
  • Zone D: Pham Ngu Lao, Bui Vien, De Tham, Nguyen Cu Trinh.

  Meeting Point & Transfer Conditions

  • Guests staying outside the designated pickup streets must arrive at the meeting point: 112 Tran Hung Dao Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
  • Due to local traffic regulations, vehicles cannot enter narrow alleys. Guests staying in alley accommodations must meet the tour team at the main street intersection.
  • The tour operator is not responsible for lateness caused by personal reasons.

  Children Policy

  • Children under 3 years old: Free of charge when sharing meals and accommodation with parents.
  • Children aged 4–9 years old: 75% of the adult rate when sharing with parents.
  • Children above 9 years old: Adult rate applies.

  Cancellation Policy

  • A 100% cancellation fee applies.

  Additional Information

  • Hotel accommodation is not included in this two-day package.
  • The hand-rowed sampan ride in the Mekong Delta is managed within a duration of less than 10 minutes.
  • The rural village cycling activity on Day 2 is optional.
  • Actual return times may vary due to traffic and weather conditions.