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Southern Vietnam 4 - Day Essence Tour

4 days
Start and end in Ho Chi Minh City
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Ho Chi Minh City

    You'll be picked up at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. After checking in, settle in for your first night and get some rest before exploring the city.

  2. Day 2

    Mekong Delta

    Head out early for a cruise along the Mekong River to My Tho Island, where you'll hear traditional music and sample local refreshments. Then paddle through narrow canals surrounded by coconut trees, stopping to see how locals run their cottage industries. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, which holds significant historical and cultural importance. Lunch includes Elephant-Ear Fish and other Vietnamese dishes. After that, return to Ho Chi Minh City for the night.

    Meals
    Lunch (Elephant-Ear Fish combined with other delicious Vietnamese dishes - a local specialty)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise along the Mekong River to My Tho Island
    • Traditional music performance with tea and seasonal fresh fruits
    • Paddle-boat cruise through Mekong canals
    • Visit to local coconut candy cottage industry
    • Visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda
    • Lunch of Elephant-Ear Fish with Vietnamese dishes
    Landmarks/POIs
    Mekong River
    My Tho Island
    Vinh Trang Pagoda
  3. Day 3

    Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City

    Start the morning at Cu Chi Tunnels, the historic 250-kilometer network located about 65 kilometers outside Ho Chi Minh City that played a major role during the Vietnam War. In the afternoon, walk through the city's main sites including the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office, and Thien Hau Pagoda in Cho Lon (China Town). Head back to your hotel for the evening.

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Cu Chi Tunnels
    • Tour of War Remnants Museum
    • Visit to Reunification Palace
    • Visit to Notre Dame Cathedral
    • Visit to Old Post Office
    • Visit to Thien Hau Pagoda
    Landmarks/POIs
    Cu Chi Tunnels
    War Remnants Museum
    Reunification Palace
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    Old Post Office
    Thien Hau Pagoda
  4. Day 4

    Departure from Ho Chi Minh City

    Have breakfast at your hotel and relax until it's time for your transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. From there, you'll catch your departure flight home.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Where You'll Stay

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1 to 99 years old

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  • 4.4
  • AT
    · February 20th, 2025
    Very professional and efficient service. The tour was very good and tour guide excellent. All accommodations and travel connections were great and would recommend this group without hesitation
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    Dear Alfred. On behalf of Hoi An Express, we would like to thank you for your kind support to our company. We are very honored to serve you and look forward to your continued support in the future. Your trust and confidence in our services are important... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • MO
    · March 5th, 2019
    The tour was very well organised. We could not...
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    Hoi An Express commented on this review
    Dear Mei Ong. Warmest greetings from Hoi An Express – Executive Tours! On behalf of Hoi An Express, we would like to thank you for your kind support to our company. We are very honored to serve you and look forward to your continued support in the... Show more
    Trip date: March 2019
  • MO
    · March 5th, 2019
    The places that I wanted to visit were well...
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    Dear Mei Ong. Thank you for your feedback. We hope to welcome you again soon.
    Trip date: March 2019

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    Amy

    Asked on July 5th, 2022

    Will you arrange tourist visa for me?

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    • Hoi An ExpressOperatorWritten July 2022

      At the moment, all visitor are encourage to apply for e-visa. You should be able to get Vietnam visa within 3 days. Pre-approval letter service has been suspended.

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      Amy

      TravelerWritten July 2022

      My passport DOMINICA is not eligible for E visa but I understand that Travel tour company can arrange. Please let me know when Pre approval letter service will start. Is there any other way to get tourist entry?

    • Hoi An ExpressOperatorWritten July 2022

      Travel agencies in Vietnam are unable to provide that service due to our government. I do not think it is possible this year. The only way for you is to apply at Vietnam Embassy/ Consultant at your location.

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    Liam

    Asked on May 8th, 2022

    My daughter and I would like to participate in your Vietnam company's travel project. Because my daughter and I have Chinese passports, we need a visa to enter Vietnam, so I would like to ask: Can you give some help so that we can get a Vietnam travel visa smoothly?

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    • Hoi An ExpressOperatorWritten May 2022

      For the Vietnam visa, we and other visa service companies are unable to assist travelers at the moment. You will need to get an e-visa before your arrival.

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    Jeff

    Asked on February 15th, 2022

    Can accomodation be upgraded on this trip? At what cost and name of hotel please.

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    • Hoi An ExpressOperatorWritten February 2022

      We do have price for 3, 4, 5 star hotel categories: 5 star hotel: USD 339pp (twin/double share), 4 star hotel: USD 289pp (twin/double share), 3 star hotel: USD 229pp (twin/double share). Hotels are: 3 star - SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe, 4 star - GOLDEN CENTRAL HOTEL - Deluxe, 5 star - EASTIN GRAND HOTEL - Superior.

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    Brittany

    Asked on February 17th, 2016

    Is there any minimum age to participate in this tour? My brother is 7 years old and will be travelling with us.

    Age Range
    • Hoi An ExpressOperatorWritten February 2016

      No, this tour is suitable for all ages.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before January 6th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 6th, 2026, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Hoi An Express. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Hoi An Express will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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