Your stay3 nights
White Lotus Hotel (or similar)
District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3 Star Hotel
- Room type
- Standard / Superior Room (Double Occupancy)
- Meal plan
- Breakfast (Bed and Breakfast)
- Check-in
- Day 1
- Check-out
- Day 4
Ho Chi Minh City Highlights: Mekong Delta, Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon Heritage
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THE EXPERIENCE
About this trip
Immerse yourself in the dynamic pulse, historic landmarks, and lush riverways of southern Vietnam across 4 well-curated days. Anchor your stay in central Saigon to explore landmark cultural sites—from the evocative exhibits of the War Remnants Museum and the historic halls of Reunification Palace to French colonial icons and the bustling lanes of Ben Thanh Market. Venture into the fertile Mekong Delta to cruise natural canals by hand-rowed sampan, visit traditional honey-bee farms, and admire Vinh Trang Pagoda. Conclude your historical discovery exploring the legendary underground network of the Cu Chi Tunnels before enjoying leisure time and seamless private airport transfers.
Ho Chi Minh CitySaigon Central Post OfficeNotre Dame CathedralBen Thanh MarketMy ThoVinh Trang PagodaUnicorn IslandThoi Son CanalCu Chi Tunnels
From River Deltas to Underground Citadels
Historically recognized as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City stands as the beating economic and cultural heart of southern Vietnam. Along its broad boulevards, French neoclassical landmarks like the Saigon Central Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral stand alongside vibrant street-food alleys and modern skyscrapers. South of the city, the life-giving waters of the Mekong River fan out into an emerald labyrinth of orchards, floating villages, and tranquil canals where traditional village crafts continue uninterrupted. To the northwest, the historic Cu Chi Tunnels preserve the incredible resilience of wartime history. This itinerary weaves both worlds into one seamless journey—moving effortlessly from metropolitan energy to tranquil delta waterways and underground heritage.
Trip highlights
Guided Saigon Heritage Tour: War Remnants Museum & Reunification Palace
Colonial Landmark Walk: Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, City Hall & Opera House
Ben Thanh Market cultural shopping experience
Full-Day Mekong Delta Excursion: My Tho, Unicorn Island, Thoi Son Canal & Vinh Trang Pagoda
Hand-Rowed Sampan Boat Ride, Honey-Bee Farm & Coconut Candy Workshop
Half-Day Cu Chi Tunnels Historical Tour with Underground Crawl Experience
Private Round-Trip Airport Transfers via air-conditioned vehicle
3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Saigon Arrival: Private Airport Transfer & City Heritage DiscoveryTan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) → Ho Chi Minh City
Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, settle into your hotel and explore major wartime landmarks, French-colonial architecture and Ben Thanh Market.
Arrival
Airport Meet & Assist
Meet your local representative at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and transfer privately by air-conditioned vehicle to your central Ho Chi Minh City hotel.
Afternoon
Saigon Historic Landmarks Tour
Visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace, preserved in its historic 1975 state.
Afternoon
Colonial Architectural Walk & Ben Thanh Market
Stroll past Saigon Central Post Office, the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral, Municipal Opera House and City Hall, then explore Ben Thanh Market.
Overnight
Overnight Stay
White Lotus Hotel (or similar), Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 2Mekong Delta River Safari: My Tho, Sampan Ride & Rural Village LifeHo Chi Minh City → My Tho → Unicorn Island → Thoi Son Canal → Ho Chi Minh City
Journey into the Mekong Delta for Vinh Trang Pagoda, island cruising, a hand-rowed sampan ride, village workshops and a local Vietnamese lunch.
07:30–08:00
Drive to My Tho & Vinh Trang Pagoda (SIC)
Meet the shared coach and travel south to My Tho. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a late-19th-century architectural blend of Asian and European influences.
Morning
Island Cruising & Hand-Rowed Sampan Journey
Cruise past Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise Islands, explore Unicorn Island and its orchards, sample seasonal fruits and hear traditional southern folk music before taking a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal.
Afternoon
Village Workshops, Local Lunch & Cycling
Visit a honey-bee farm, sample honey tea, see a coconut candy workshop, enjoy a multi-dish Vietnamese lunch and cycle around Tan Thach village or relax in a hammock.
Late Afternoon
Return to Saigon
Return by shared coach to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight
Overnight Stay
White Lotus Hotel (or similar), Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast, Local Vietnamese Lunch
Day 3Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion: Underground Passages & Wartime HistoryHo Chi Minh City → Cu Chi Tunnels → Ho Chi Minh City
Explore the historic Cu Chi tunnel network, preserved underground sections and wartime exhibits before returning to the city for leisure.
07:30–08:00
Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion (SIC)
Depart by shared coach to the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn how the multi-tiered network functioned as an underground community.
Morning
Underground Crawl Experience
Watch the introductory documentary and enter preserved reinforced sections of the tunnels. Surface displays and the National Defense Sports Shooting Range are also available.
Afternoon
Return & Leisure
Return to the hotel and spend the rest of the day shopping along Dong Khoi Street, visiting rooftop lounges or exploring local cafes.
Overnight
Overnight Stay
White Lotus Hotel (or similar), Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4Ho Chi Minh City Departure: Private Airport Transfer & Journey HomeHo Chi Minh City → Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Enjoy a final Vietnamese breakfast, complete checkout and take a private airport transfer.
Morning
Hotel Checkout
Enjoy breakfast, finalize packing and complete checkout. Store luggage with the concierge if required.
Departure
Private Airport Drop-off
Meet your private driver at the hotel lobby for a direct transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Journey End
A Note on Your Journey's End
Carry home memories of Saigon's historic landmarks, the Mekong's tranquil waterways and the resilient story preserved at Cu Chi.
Meals: Breakfast
Standard hotel check-in is 2:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM. Shared Mekong Delta and Cu Chi excursions operate with pickup windows between 07:30 AM and 08:00 AM and cannot wait longer than 5 minutes past pickup.
Stay and meal plan
3 nights at White Lotus Hotel (or similar 3-Star category) in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, with breakfast.
Transfers
Getting there, comfortably
Transfers
Getting there, comfortably
Private Airport Transfers & Shared (SIC) Excursions
Important Notes & Booking Terms
A few things to know before you go
Important Notes & Booking Terms
A few things to know before you go
Hotel Timings & Check-In Policies
Standard check-in is 2:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM. Early check-in or late checkout is subject to availability. A refundable security deposit may be collected by hotel reception.
SIC Tour Punctuality
Shared coach excursions to the Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels operate with pickup windows between 07:30 AM and 08:00 AM. Guests must be ready in the hotel lobby; coaches cannot wait longer than 5 minutes.
Private Chauffeur Waiting Window
Maximum waiting time for private chauffeur airport pickups is 20 minutes from confirmed flight touchdown or lobby pickup schedule. Longer waits incur additional hourly charges.
Cu Chi Tunnels Accessibility Notice
The tunnels are narrow, humid and enclosed. Guests with claustrophobia, heart conditions, asthma or limited mobility are advised to view surface displays rather than crawl underground.
Religious Site Etiquette
Modest attire covering shoulders and knees is recommended when visiting Buddhist pagodas such as Vinh Trang Pagoda.
No-Show & Unused Services
No refunds, credits or rescheduling are processed for missed transfers, unredeemed attraction passes or unused package segments once travel commences.
Pickup & drop locations
Where your journey begins and ends
Pickup & drop locations
Where your journey begins and ends
Pickup location
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) — Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Private airport pickup to central Ho Chi Minh City.
Open in Maps for Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) — Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle (opens in a new tab)Pickup location
Hotel Pickup / District 1 Meeting Points — Shared Coach (SIC)
District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Scheduled pickup point for Mekong Delta and Cu Chi excursions.
Open in Maps for Hotel Pickup / District 1 Meeting Points — Shared Coach (SIC) (opens in a new tab)Drop location
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) — Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Private airport drop-off for departure flight.
Open in Maps for Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) — Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle (opens in a new tab)Included
- 03 Nights accommodation at White Lotus Hotel (or similar 3-Star category) in Ho Chi Minh City (Double Occupancy)
- Daily buffet/set breakfast at the hotel
- 01 Traditional local Vietnamese lunch during the Mekong Delta Day Excursion
- Private round-trip airport transfers via air-conditioned vehicle (SGN Airport → Hotel → SGN Airport)
- Half-day Ho Chi Minh City Tour covering War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Central Post Office, Notre Dame exterior and Ben Thanh Market on shared/private basis as per program
- Full-Day Mekong Delta Tour covering My Tho, Vinh Trang Pagoda, Unicorn Island, hand-rowed sampan ride, honey farm, coconut candy workshop and cycling on shared SIC basis
- Half-Day Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with entrance fees and tunnel crawl on shared SIC basis
- Motorboat and sampan river cruise tickets as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water: 2 bottles of 500ml per person per touring day
- Local English-speaking tour guides during scheduled sightseeing
- All entrance tickets, tolls, fuel and parking fees for scheduled tours
Not included
- International and domestic flight tickets
- Vietnam Tourist Visa approval letter and stamping fees
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Ammunition charges at the Cu Chi National Defense Sports Shooting Range
- Unlisted lunches, dinners, alcoholic drinks and personal refreshments
- Personal expenses including laundry, room service, telephone calls, shopping, tips and porterage
- Peak period, public holiday and festival surcharges
- Early check-in and late checkout charges levied by the hotel
- Any services, deviations or excursions not explicitly cited in the inclusions
The Mekong Delta local lunch is included. Other lunches and dinners are excluded unless explicitly listed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear for the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta tours?
Wear lightweight breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes or sneakers. For Cu Chi, dark clothing is advisable as crawl passages can be dusty. Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, a wide-brim hat and sunglasses.
Is the crawl inside the Cu Chi Tunnels mandatory?
No. Crawling is completely optional. Guests can remain above ground and view open trapdoors, living quarters, historical displays and artifacts.
Can vegetarian or dietary preferences be accommodated during the Mekong Delta lunch?
Yes. Vegetarian Vietnamese options are available. Notify your guide or travel planner in advance.
How far are the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City?
The drive from District 1 to Cu Chi takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours each way. The drive to My Tho also takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours each way, depending on traffic.
What is the baggage allowance for private airport transfers?
Private sedan/MPV transfers comfortably accommodate 1 standard check-in suitcase and 1 carry-on per passenger. Notify operations in advance for excess or oversized luggage.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation requests must be communicated in writing via email and verified through the operations desk. 15 or more days prior to travel: 75% refund of total package cost (25% administrative & retention charge). 7 to 14 days prior: 50% refund. 3 to 6 days prior: 25% refund. Within 48 hours of travel or No-Show: strictly non-refundable.
Note: Third-party non-refundable components, including pre-issued attraction passes, boat seat allocations, non-refundable hotel reservations and administrative booking fees, are exempt from refunds and deducted before assessing eligible refund percentages.
Note: Third-party non-refundable components, including pre-issued attraction passes, boat seat allocations, non-refundable hotel reservations and administrative booking fees, are exempt from refunds and deducted before assessing eligible refund percentages.
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