Mekong delta and Da Lat

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Mekong delta and Da Lat

10 Days Starting and ending in Ho Chi Minh

Visiting: Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Dalat, Nha Trang

Tour operator:

Mr Linh's Adventures

Tour code:

13034P32

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 15

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

Min age: 5

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Wildlife Tours

From:

$1382

$1313 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$69

Tour Overview

This 10-day tour takes you on an adventure from the excitement of Ho Chi Minh to the relaxing, verdant landscapes of the Mekong Delta, Da Lat and Nha Trang. As well as taking in cityscapes, winding rivers and sandy beaches you will also discover the unique and interesting cultures of the south of Vietnam.

Highlights

Excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels
Visit the traditional coconut houses of Quoi An Village,
Boat trip to the Cai Rang Floating Marke
Take a short walk in the 'City of Eternal Spring, Dalat

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Ho Chi Minh City Arrival (D)

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

You will be met at the Tan Son Nhat Airport by your guide who will be waiting to welcome you to Ho Chi Minh City. They well take you to your hotel where you can relax before being picked up later for lunch at a fantastic local restaurant.

Day 2 : Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L)

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning, you can enjoy a half-day private excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels to discover the extreme conditions endured by the Viet Cong in order to overcome the opposing forces of South Vietnam and the USA. The extensive tunnel system stretches right across the country, as far as Cambodia in some places. The tunnels connect the rooms, weapons stores, hospitals, command centres and traps, all hidden underground allowing the soldiers to operate in secret. As well as viewing the interesting displays and information about the war, you will be able to enter the tunnels to experience them first hand. You will then return to Ho Chi Minh City where you will have the afternoon free at your leisure, before spending the night in HCMC.

Day 3 : Ho Chi Minh City - Can Tho (B/L)

Location: Can Tho

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast we’ll drive you to My Tho, the capital of Tien Giang Province. Then we make a visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda, regarded as one of the most beautiful pagodas in the country due to its eclectic mix of styles and influences.

Next we get on a boat to visit 4 charming islets: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise, before continuing on to the traditional coconut houses of Quoi An Village, where we’ll take a break and enjoy a snack consisting of fresh fruit.

Then we’ll get to enjoy a 1 hour coach ride through the village, stopping at an orchard to taste honey tea or Mekong whiskey, or both. Then we get in a row boat and row through a palm creek and visit a coconut candy mill, a staple of the Mekong Delta. Finally we’ll have lunch in the home of a local bonsai gardener before continuing to Can Tho City for an overnight stay.

Day 4 : Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B, L)

Location: Can Tho

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

As the Mekong stirs into action all around you, you will take an early boat trip to the Cai Rang Floating Market – one of the most exciting floating markets in the Mekong Delta with hundreds of small boats barging and jostling for space to sell their goods. After sampling the fresh local fruits, our guide will take you back to the hotel. You will have lunch at local restaurant before returning to Ho Chi Minh City where you will stay the night.

Day 5 : Ho Chi Minh City - Da Lat (B, L)

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning you will leave Ho Chi Minh City and head for the hills, literally. The scenic 7-hour drive along Highway 20 to Da Lat will be broken up by stops at some of the tea and coffee plantations along the way. We will stop for lunch at the picturesque Dambri falls, about 15km from the highway. Here you may have your photo taken next to an elephant! Arriving at Da Lat by late to mid afternoon, there will be an opportunity to take a short walk in the 'City of Eternal Spring'. There will also be an opportunity for a short walk to get the feel for this delightful city. This evening you will head out to a lovely restaurant in Da Lat. You will stay overnight in Da Lat.

Day 6 : Da Lat (B/L)

Location: Dalat

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning you can enjoy a tour of Da Lat and the surrounding areas. You will begin with a visit to the Lam Ty Ni Pagoda followed by a trip to the Summer Palace of Vietnam 's last Emperor Bao Dai. From here you will visit the rather bizarre and very aptly named Crazy House to discover its amazing architecture and artwork. This afternoon, you will visit Truc Lam Thien Vien and then take a short train ride on the Cremaillere railway to the village of Tri Mat. You will stay overnight in Dalat.

Day 7 : Da Lat - Nha Trang (B/L)

Location: Nha Trang

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today you will take a drive out of Da Lat and back down the Prenn Pass for a stop at the Chicken village, so-called because of its statue of a chicken. This quirky village belongs to the Koho ethnic minority community. From here, you will head east and down the Ngoan Muc Pass to the coastal lowlands. Your destination for today is Nha Trang, the country's premier resort town. This part of the country was once inhabited by an ancient civilization known as the Cham, and your next stop will be at the Po Klong Garai Cham tower. This amazing structure, which has endured the test of time, the elements and indeed war, was built in the 13 th century. You will stop for a late lunch at Cam Ranh Bay and arrive in Nha Trang by mid to late afternoon. You can check in to your hotel and enjoy some free time relax or explore. Nha Trang also has a vibrant nightlife which you may wish to explore before spending the night in Nha Trang.

Day 8 : Nha Trang Beach Relax (B)

Location: Nha Trang

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

You have two free days in Nha Trang for relaxing and unwinding at the resort overlooking the beautiful Bay. There are plenty of options to keep you occupied including snorkeling, divining, swimming in the cool clear waters and coral reef, hiking along the nature trails or simply enjoy the great facilities at the resort.

Day 9 : Nha Trang Beach Relax (B)

Location: Nha Trang

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Free and easy

Day 10 : Ho Chi Minh Departure (B/L)

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning you will return to Ho Chi Minh City. The drive will take around 8 hours. On the way, you will make numerous stops for refreshments. You will stop for lunch in Phan Thiet. You will see many interesting sights along the way including a colourful dragon fruit farm. You should arrive at Tan Son Nhat Airport in HCMC in the late afternoon where you can board onward flight.

What's Included

Accommodation
Entrance Fees
Drinks with Meals
Fully Guided
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Meals

9x Breakfast, 7x Lunch, 1x Dinner

What's Not Included

Accommodation
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Drinks with Meals
Airport Transfers at Destination

Available upon request with a supplement

Check out our Q&As

Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes, all entrances fees for the visits mentioned in the itinerary are included.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes, our tour guides speak English. Other languages available for private tours upon request with a supplement depending on the language.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes children are welcome under the surveillance of the parents or guardians (min. age: 5)
What is the tipping policy?

It is usual to tip the tour guide and driver at the end of the tour.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Free Wi-Fi available in each accommodation.

What currencies are required for this tour?

In Vietnam, the Vietnamese dong is the used currency.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No, but airport transfers are available with a supplement if needed.
Are flights included in this tour?

International and/or domestic flights are not included in the price of the tour
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

No specific vaccination is required to visit Vietnam. We advise however to bring insect repellent.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes, each vehicle is equipped with A/C.

Reviews of this Operator

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

Absolutely a Great Deal! The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent! Very informative, kind and knowledgeable! I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did. All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

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