Seeking a trip that weaves together city excitement and in-depth cultural exploration? The 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours is your ultimate introduction to Southern Vietnam. Created especially for inquisitive travelers, gourmands, and smaller group travel, this tour is so much more than a conventional Ho Chi Minh City Tours. With the mythic Cu Chi Tunnels, the enigmatic Cao Dai Temple, and the energetic vibrancy of the Mekong floating markets, you’ll discover Vietnam in authentic stories, flavors, and genuine connections. Let the experts at Impress Travel lead you on a not-to-be-forgotten journey that incorporates the beat and the heart of the south.
No matter if you stay four or five days, the 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours provides the perfect balance of history, gastronomy, and exploration. This length allows visitors the time to soak up the character of Ho Chi Minh City while also experiencing the historical site of the Cu Chi Tunnels, the spiritual charm of Tay Ninh, and the floating marvels of the Mekong Delta. In comparison to shorter trips, there is more substance; in comparison to longer trips, it’s concise, invigorating, and simple to organize.
The 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours is ideal for first-time visitors, cultural enthusiasts, and those looking for a ready-made package that’s packed full of variety. You’ll get a blend of city excitement, country tranquility, and river life, professionally arranged by the experienced team at Impress Travel. One of the best-and most authentic-Ho Chi Minh City Tours available, this tour is based on real tour experiences.
Day-by-Day Itinerary Breakdown for 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours
Day 1 – Arrival In Ho Chi Minh City: A Slow Welcome To Saigon
Morning
Welcome to Tan Son Nhat Airport. Warmest greetings from the Impress Travel team.
Private transfer to your 4-star Alagon D’antique Hotel or Bay Hotel Saigon to check in and rest.
Afternoon
Free time or self-directed exploration: stroll along Nguyen Hue Walking Street, soak up the historic atmosphere of Café Apartment, and feel the city beat of Ho Chi Minh City at leisure.
Evening
Welcome dinner at Nha hang Ngon 138, a legendary restaurant featuring authentic cuisine of the three regions of Vietnam.
Leisurely evening walk along Saigon at night or rest at your hotel to get ready for the thrill of tomorrow.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street (Sours: dantri)
Day 2 – Cu Chi & Tay Ninh: A Day Of Resilience & Spirituality
Morning
Early leave for the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Walk along underground routes traversed by Vietnamese soldiers, taste cassava sprinkled with sesame salt as in the days of war, and optionally test the shooting booth.
Continue driving along the rural routes towards Tay Ninh
Afternoon
Lunch at a vegetarian restaurant close to Cao Dai Temple, which serves refined, pure, and spiritually oriented cuisine.
Partake in the shrine’s high-noon prayer ceremony, when the fusion of Eastern and Western architecture and tradition is a spectacle of beauty and magnificence.
Evening
Backino Ho Chi Minh City, dine on a local meal at Bun Viet Restaurant.
Optional activity: Watch a traditional Water Puppet Show, a quintessential Vietnamese cultural art form.
Cu Chi Tunnels (Sours: dantri)
Day 3 – Saigon City & Chinatown
Morning
Discover French colonial monuments: Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and Independence Palace.
Discover the history of modern Vietnam and political change along these historical sites.
Afternoon
Lunch at the Secret Garden Rooftop Restaurant located above a Saigon alley, it’s a secret gem that serves tasty food with breathtaking city views.
Walk the crowded alleys of Thien Hau Pagoda, herbal remedy stores, and markets filled with color and vitality at Cho Lon (Chinatown).
Make a cultural stop at the Ben Nha Rong, where Ho Chi Minh set out on the mission to liberate Vietnam.
Evening
Take a dinner cruise along the Saigon River. Dine on a buffet while gliding by lighted landmarks, bridges, and riverfront life.
It is a magical farewell to the city’s pulsating center of life.
Notre-Dame Cathedral (Sours: tripadvisor)
Day 4 – Saigon To Mekong: Hau Giang & Can Tho Immersion
Morning
Early transfer to the Mekong Delta, in the direction of Hau Giang.
If you go early enough, stop by Nga Bay Floating Market, a thriving water-based marketplace abounding in fruits, boats, and native voices.
Afternoon
Arrive in Can Tho and lunch at the environmentally friendly Can Tho Ecolodge: indulge in banh xeo, grilled fish, and lau mam, tastes specific to the Mekong region.
Stop by the largest temple in the region, Thien vien Truc Lam Phuong Nam, a peaceful, quiet, and highly photogenic spiritual temple.
Evening
Checking in at TTC Premium Can Tho Hotel
Enjoy a leisurely riverside walk at Ben Ninh Kieu, followed by a meal at the riverside Sao Hom Restaurant, a fitting culmination of your Mekong visit.
Nga Bay Floating Market (Sours: vietnamtravel)
(Optional 5 Day) Day 5 – Floating Market Magic & Return To Saigon
Morning
Take a traditional boat to the Cai Rang Floating Market, a highlight of any tour of Ho Chi Minh City involving the Mekong.
Get breakfast on the water: hot banh mi, fresh bun rieu, and coffee, sold by boat vendors.
Go to a hu tieu rice noodle workshop and have a go at making your noodles.
Afternoon
Back to Ho Chi Minh City and lunch at a typical eatery in Tien Giang along the way.
Evening
Drop-off at hotel or airport.
Goodbye with small farewell gifts and a warm welcome back to come, and your journey with Vietnam is only just starting.
Cai Rang Floating Market (Sours: canthotourism)
Tour Includes & Excludes
What’s Included in the 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours
Accommodation in handpicked 4-star hotels in Ho Chi Minh City and Can Tho (double or twin sharing basis)
All of the meals listed: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners
Private, air-conditioned transfers along the itinerary
Entrance charges to all the included attractions: Cu Chi Tunnels, Cao Dai Temple, Independence Palace, Water Puppet Show, Cai Rang Floating Market, etc.
English-speaking guide from Impress Travel
Scenic buffet dinner river Cruise along the Saigon River
Mekong Delta boat ride and floating market tour
Drinking water and cool towels during sightseeing
Government Taxes and Service Charges
What’s Not Included in the 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours
Domestic or international airfares
Vietnamese visa (when applicable)
Travel insurance
Personal items like laundry, drinks, minibar, and discretionary activities
Advice to guide and driver
Single supplement (when applicable)
Practical Tips to Prepare for Your 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours
Best Time to Travel
To have the best weather, the best time to embark on the 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours is December to April when it is in the dry season in Vietnam. Be ready to have lots of sunshine, warm breezes, and bright, camera-perfect sky conditions the best to discover temples, boat trips, and rooftop meals. But don’t wait until the rest of the year either! The rain also brings its beat, warming up the city and lending a misty beauty to mornings in the Mekong Delta.
What to Pack
To get the best out of your trip with Impress Travel, a bit of planning will come in handy. For temple stops and city walks, please bring:
A sunhat
Light cotton clothing
Good walking shoes
An economical rain coat
On your floating market day along the Mekong, water shoes or sandals are a must. And don’t leave your camera behind; you’ll want to preserve every detail of this 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours experience.
Local Etiquette & Temple Manners
Most of the experiences on the 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours are profoundly cultural. On entering Cao Dai Temple, Buddhist pagodas, or residents’ households:
Dress modestly (covering shoulders and knees).
Remove your shoes when necessary.
Be polite in your manner and always exchange greetings by smiling.
A great appreciation of tradition provides a door to genuine connections in the local area and, frequently, a hot cup of tea or heartwarming stories.
Conclusion
Ready to soak up the culture, tastes, and essence of Southern Vietnam? The 5D4D Explore Ho Chi Minh City Tours provides the best of city and river living–designed by experienced, trusted local experts at Impress Travel. Whether it’s your first or fifth visit, it’s one of the fullest and most genuine Ho Chi Minh City Tours available.
Contact Impress Travel today to customize or book your journey:
125 Hoang Ngan, Trung Hoa, Hanoi, Vietnam
(+84) 912 379 189
info@impresstravel.com
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Ranana
You feel like organized tour, but you are in a privet tour. Impress Travel make the different.
We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.
Ebrahim
Tour of Vietnam
Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!
Solly Pochee
The tour was fantastic
I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating! We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC. The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T". I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all. Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team. Sulaiman Pochee
Bernard Lim
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.
Derek.Schooling
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress. Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.
My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide). Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress
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