Southern Vietnam Highlights

This morning, you’ll journey to the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City to visit the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels — an extraordinary underground network used by Vietnamese fighters during the war. Walk through portions of the tunnels, see hidden trapdoors and underground chambers, and gain a deeper understanding of the resilience and tactics that shaped modern Vietnam.   

After returning to the city, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your exploration. Your afternoon includes visits to key landmarks: the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and the Reunification Palace, the former presidential home of South Vietnam. At the War Remnants Museum, powerful exhibits offer a raw and moving look at the cost of conflict.  

To close the day, you’ll join your guide for a sidewalk coffee, as you sip, you’ll learn about local slang, cultural quirks, and the everyday rhythms of city life from a local’s perspective.  

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City  

Included: Private A/C vehicle · Tour guide · Entrance fees · Meals: B, L · Hotel accommodation 

Your day begins with a drive from Saigon into the lush heart of the Mekong Delta. After about 2.5 hours, you arrive in Vinh Long and wander its lively town market, where stalls overflow with vegetables, tropical fruits, and river fish — a vibrant snapshot of delta life. 

From here, board a boat along the Co Chien River. Pause at a family workshop to watch how puffed rice and coconut candy are made, tasting them warm with a cup of tea. A short walk through orchards leads to the Coconut House, built entirely from coconut trees more than 80 years ago. Meeting the owner, you’ll hear how every part of the tree — trunk, leaf, and shell — was used to create beams, walls, and furniture. 

Next, cycle (or walk) through village orchards, stopping at a honeybee farm and a longan-drying workshop. Back at the Coconut House, sit down to a traditional lunch surrounded by the scent of fruit trees and coconut groves. 

In the afternoon, glide through a quiet canal on a hand-rowed sampan, then visit a riverside Vinh Long pottery kiln, where artisans still shape and fire the region’s signature red clay. End the day with a relaxing boat ride back to the pier before continuing your trip to Can Tho, the largest city in the Mekong Delta. 

Overnight in Can Tho  

Included: A/C vehicle · Boat trip · Bicycles · Lunch & dinner with local family · Tour guide · Meals: B, L, D · Homestay accommodation / Hotel Option available 

Rise early to experience one of Mekong’s most vibrant traditions — the Cai Rang Floating Market. From your boat, you’ll see a colorful display of local commerce as vendors trade fresh produce, flowers, and breakfast right from their wooden boats. It’s a sensory snapshot of life on the river — horns tooting, fruit flying, and smiles exchanged over steaming bowls of noodle soup. 

After returning to your hotel in Can Tho for breakfast and check-out and take a flight to Phu Quoc. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your beachfront hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax — feel the sea breeze, dip into warm tropical waters, or simply enjoy a slow sunset on the sand. 

Overnight in Phu Quoc. 

Included: A/C vehicle · Bicycles · Local guide · Meals: B· Hotel accommodation 

Today is yours to explore Phu Quoc at your own pace. You might simply relax on the beach, swim in the turquoise sea, or take a boat to nearby islets for snorkeling. For those curious about local life, the Phu Quoc Prison Museum and traditional fishing villages offer insight into the island’s past and culture. 

As the day winds down, find a spot to watch the sunset before enjoying fresh seafood at a local restaurant 

Overnight in Phu Quoc 

Included: Morning boat ride · Domestic flight · Private airport transfers · Meals: B · Hotel accommodation 

Enjoy a full day at leisure on Phu Quoc Island. With its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and green hills, the island offers countless ways to spend your time. You might sunbathe on the beach, take a swim in the sea, or join water activities like snorkeling, diving, or kayaking to glimpse colorful marine life. 

Nature lovers may want to explore Phu Quoc National Park, with hiking trails leading into rich tropical biodiversity. As evening falls, sample local seafood at a beachfront restaurant or wander through the night market for lively atmosphere and souvenirs. 

Overnight in Phu Quoc  

Included: Breakfast, Accommodation. 

On your final morning in Phu Quoc, enjoy some free time to soak up the island’s beauty. Take a last walk along the beach, capture a few final photos, or simply relax and breathe in the sea air. If there are sights or activities you’ve missed, this is your chance for one more island experience. 

In the afternoon, check out from your hotel and transfer to Phu Quoc Airport for your flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. As you travel, reflect on the memories made on your Southern Vietnam tour — before continuing your onward journey. 

Included: Breakfast, Airport transfer, Domestic Flight.