Day 1: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City – Rest & Evening Welcome Experience
When you arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, your France to Ho Chi Minh City Tours is officially started. After clearing customs and collecting your luggage, you will be greeted by our friendly guide and transferred to your 4-star hotel in District 1. After such a long flight, relax and enjoy your stay at Liberty Central Saigon Riverside, Silverland Jolie Hotel & Spa, or similar luxury hotel, with access to the best amenities in the center of the city.
In the evening, be ready for an easy-to-get-started Ho Chi Minh City Tours with a Welcome Dinner at Secret Garden Restaurant. Perched atop a quaint rooftop, this little piece of hiding heaven serves authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including signature fare like banh xeo (Vietnamese pancakes) and fresh spring rolls while overlooking the twinkling skyline of Ho Chi Minh City.
After dinner, you can either chill at the hotel or take a short evening walk along Nguyen Hue Walking Street. Like Ho Chi Minh City itself, the vibrant pedestrian promenade is a mix of French colonial architecture, contemporary cafes, and a cavalcade of street performers, and walking gives you a good way to acclimatize to the bustle.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street (Sours: https://www.agoda)
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City Highlights & Cu Chi Tunnels
Morning: Exploring the City’s Heritage
You will enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Then you take a guided city tour that will take you through some of the most iconic landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City Tours.
- Dinh Doc Lap (Reunification Palace) – Walk where history was made at this grand palace, where the Vietnam War ended in a formal surrender.
- Notre-Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office – Marvel at the exquisite French colonial architecture that pays homage to Vietnam’s long-standing association with France.
- War Remnants Museum – An eye-opening visit to see some of Vietnam’s history through the Western viewpoint.
- Ben Thanh Market – Experience the vibrant atmosphere of this iconic market that sells Vietnamese silk, handicrafts, and fragrant spices.
Enjoy a gourmet Vietnamese lunch at Mandarine Restaurant, an upscale dining establishment serving fine Vietnamese fare with a contemporary flair.
Afternoon: Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion
After lunch, head out to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, an Underground network that was a vital part of the Vietnam War.
- Discover the complex network of tunnels, which provided shelter and protection to Vietnamese soldiers amid underground warfare.
- Consider an optional shooting range experience, where guests can test their mettle with an AK-47 or M16 rifle.
- Take in the experience of a wartime snack of cassava dipped in sesame salt, as a representation of food for survival in the past.
After an inspiring visit, head back to Ho Chi Minh City for a quiet evening. Dinner at The Deck Saigon which is famous for delicious seafood with a great view of the Saigon River
Cu Chi Tunnels (Sours: https://www.booking.)
Day 3: Discovering the Mekong Delta in Tien Giang & Ben Tre
Morning: Immersing in Mekong River Life
No France to Ho Chi Minh City Tours is complete without the experience of the charming Mekong Delta. Set out early for Tien Giang, a province famous for its verdant orchards and tranquil river scenery.
- Chua Vinh Trang (Vinh Trang Pagoda) – A stunning Buddhist temple combining Vietnamese, Khmer, and French architecture
- Boat ride on the Mekong River, and you’ll see traditional river life in action.
- Stop at a coconut candy workshop in Ben Tre, and see artisans at work making the region’s specialty sweets.
- Visit a honey farm, try visiting a honey farm, and have a cup of honey tea.
- Delight in live Don ca tai tu, soulful Southern Vietnamese folk music performance.
- Paddle through the tranquil canals of the Mekong Delta flanked by giant nipa palms.
Afternoon: Mekong Cuisine & Fruit Gardens
Enjoy an authentic Mekong-style lunch at Mekong Ecolodge, with fresh river fish, shrimp, and tropical fruits.
- Explore Vinh Kim fruit orchard, African fruits for you to collect and experience tastes of mangosteen, rambutan, and dragon fruit.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City, and relax at your hotel before dinner.
- Dinner at Hum Vegetarian, Moscow’s number-one restaurant specializing in plant-based cuisine.
Vinh Trang Pagoda (Sours: canva)
Day 4: Hau Giang – The Floating Market & Riverside Culture
Morning: Nga Bay Floating Market Experience
For breakfast, embark on a journey to Nga Bay Floating Market in Hau Giang, the Mekong Delta’s hidden gem, departing at dawn.
- Hop on the traditional wooden boat and glide through the colorful stalls selling fresh produce, seafood, and local delicacies.
- There are breakfast spreads on the water, where steaming bowls of hu tieu (Vietnamese noodle soup), banh mi, and strong Vietnamese coffee fuel the crowds.
Afternoon: Cultural Exploration & Return to Ho Chi Minh City
- Lunch at Mekong Riverside Restaurant, sampling local fare including grilled snakehead fish and clay pot pork with caramel sauce.
- Visit Binh Thuy Ancient House, a well-preserved mansion that shows off both French and Vietnamese architectural influences.
- Explore Thien Vien Truc Lam Phuong Nam, a tranquil Buddhist temple overlooking the delta.
- Return to Ho Chi Minh City, farewell dinner at Home Finest Saigon.
Day 5: Shopping, Leisure & Departure
- On your last morning, squeeze in some shopping around Ho Chi Minh City, starting with:
- Saigon Centre & Vincom Dong Khoi luxury brands and souvenirs
- Cho Ben Thanh (Ben Thanh Market) to get last-minute gifts.
- Lunch at Ngon Villa Saigon, a quaint colonial-style restaurant offering a wide array of regional specialties.
- Relax with a rejuvenating spa session at L’Apothiquaire Spa, a pampering escape just before your flight.
- Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, bidding farewell to Ho Chi Minh City with unforgettable memories.
Saigon Centre (Sours: odinland)
Optional Day 6: Deep Dive into the Mekong Delta – Can Tho & Cai Rang Floating Market
Feel like you have more time for your France to Ho Chi Minh City Tours?
- Early morning drive to Can Tho (~3.5 hours).
- Boat trip to Cho Noi Cai Rang (Cai Rang Floating Market), Vietnam’s largest and busiest floating market.
- Have breakfast on the boat, and sip Vietnamese iced coffee as you watch the river trade.
- See how a rice noodle factory operates, and learn about the traditional way of making hu tieu noodles.
- Visit Binh Thuy Ancient House, a French colonialist masterpiece.
- Lunch at Sao Hom Restaurant, riverside dining on the banks of the Mekong River.
- Place Visit Thien Vien Truc Lam Phuong Nam (Great Temple Quy Nhon)
- If your flight home doesn’t leave until the night, return to Ho Chi Minh City and have dinner at Home Finest Saigon, then proceed to the airport.
Tour Includes and Tour Excludes
Tour Includes Your France to Ho Chi Minh City Tours
- Accommodation at 4-star hotels in District 1 (Liberty Central Saigon Riverside, Silverland Jolie Hotel & Spa, or equivalent).
- French-speaking professionals enhance the adventure with remarkable commentary and a better experience of each site.
- Transfer in and out in comfortable transportation from the tour.
- Authentic Vietnamese meals at top-rated restaurants, including lunch at Mandarine Restaurant and dinner at Secret Garden Restaurant.
- Admission to sites such as Cu Chi Tunnels, Ben Thanh Market, War Remnants Museum, and Mekong Delta trips.
- Tourism practices that are sustainable and support local communities.
Tour Does Not Include in Your France to Ho Chi Minh City Tours
- International flights to and from Vietnam.
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips, and additional purchases.
- Travel insurance (which is separately purchased).
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary, such as the Cu Chi Tunnels shooting range experience.
- Alcoholic beverages and some ethnic dinners outside the program.
Cai Rang Floating Market (Sours: canva)
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