Authentic Saigon & Mui Ne Beach – 07 Days

Ho Chi Minh City arrival, welcome and transfer to hotel

Be picked up by a tour guide and driver at the airport lobby. During the 30-minute drive to the city center, your guide will highlight the city’s attractions and provide insights on food, drinks, traffic, and culture. Transfer to your hotel upon arrival.

Please note that the hotel check-in time is at 14:00.

• Meals: NA
• Accommodation: Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Explore Independence Palace, take a walking tour through Binh Tay market and Chinatown, visit Quan Am pagoda, and discover the Fito Museum of traditional medicine.

Start your day at 9:00 AM with a hotel pickup for a visit to the historic Independence Palace, including the tank that played a significant role in ending the Vietnam War. Explore the preserved rooms and bunker basement, showcasing the late 1960s and 1970s style.

Embark on a leisurely walking tour to Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, a striking French colonial architectural gem. Capture picturesque moments in this iconic city spot.

Stroll along Nguyen Hue walking street, stopping by the magnificent Saigon Central Post Office, designed by Gustave Eiffel. Admire its beauty and explore the working post office with its exquisite indoor decorations.

Hop back in the car for a short drive to Binh Tay Market, the largest market in Saigon’s Chinatown. Explore the bustling stalls offering clothing, souvenirs, and food items. Don’t miss the food court, where you can savor local delicacies and street food.

Continue your journey to Quan Am Pagoda, one of the city’s oldest pagodas dedicated to Guan Yin and featuring elements of Taoism and folk worship. Conclude your day with a visit to the Traditional Medicine Museum (FITO), preserving medicinal herb recipes, magic potions, and antique tools.

Finally, your driver will drop you off at your hotel, marking the end of the day’s explorations.

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Special excursion to Cu Chi tunnels and then visiting Cao Dai temple

Begin your day at 8:00 AM by departing from your hotel to explore the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels, a significant site from the Vietnam War. This vast underground city spans over 250km and served as a stronghold for the Viet Cong. Experience a portion of the tunnels and visit the less-touristic Ben Duoc memorial temple, honoring those who lost their lives in Cu Chi.

Next, proceed to the renowned Cao Dai Temple, a sacred place in Vietnam. Caodaism is a unique religion blending various influences, including Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Roman Catholicism. Attend the midday mass for an immersive experience.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before being transferred back to your hotel in the afternoon.

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Exploring to Mekong, enjoy boat trip, biking, interacting with local people in Ben Tre

At 8:00 AM, your tour guide and driver will greet you at your hotel and begin your journey to Ben Tre, a picturesque region in the Mekong Delta known for its coconut candy production.

Arrive at Hung Vuong pier and embark on a boat trip along the Ben Tre River, immersing yourself in the local daily life. Cruise through the canal to Nhon Thanh Village, where you will have the opportunity to savor fresh fruits.

Hop on a bike or Tuk Tuk and traverse the charming villages, relishing the scenic views of coconut groves, rice fields, and vegetable gardens. Indulge in a delicious lunch featuring elephant ear fish in the village. Take a leisurely stroll to gain deeper insights into local life. Then, enjoy a boat ride along a small canal shaded by wild palm trees. For those opting for a bike ride, visit Mr. Sau Khanh’s house to admire his collection of ancient objects. Continue cycling through the rice fields and interact with the friendly locals.

In the late afternoon, return to Saigon as your journey comes to a close.

• Meals: B, L
• Accommodation: Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Travel from Saigon to Mui Ne by train and enjoy the freedom to explore the beautiful beaches at your leisure.

Hotel pick-up, transfer to Saigon Railway station for a morning train journey to Mui Ne (departures at 6:40 AM or 7:25 AM). Marvel at village, city, beach, and mountain views during the 4-hour ride.

Upon arrival at Phan Thiet train station, be greeted by a friendly driver and enjoy a 45-minute transfer to Mui Ne, a beach and sand dune paradise.

• Meals: B
• Accommodation: Overnight in Mu Ne

 Free & Easy in Mui Ne

You can arrange these days to suit your mood. For example, enjoy your beach vacation with a walk on the beach or visit the Cham Towers, from which you have magnificent views of the coast and the city of Phan Thiet. The sand dunes offer a great opportunity for sand surfing or an action-packed ride on quads or dune buggies.

•  Meals: B
• Accommodation: Overnight in Mu Ne

Relaxing on the beach and returning to Saigon by tourist train

Begin by being picked up from your hotel and driven to Phan Thiet railway station. Board the tourist train departing at 01:10 PM for the journey back to Saigon. Upon arrival, a driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel.

Accommodation for the day is not included, allowing you the flexibility to stay in Saigon or depart as desired.

• Meals: B
• Accommodation: NA