Day 1: Ho Chi Minh – Arrival Day - Cu Chi Tunnels – Musical Repertoire
You are welcomed by our guide at Tan Son Nhat airport and then be transferred to your hotel in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This bustling metropolis ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area.
Today our Saigon experience with an orientation walk along the city's historic boulevards, passing some of its most interesting sights. We wander Saigon's wide and historic boulevards, visiting famous landmarks such as Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), Hotel de Ville, the former Presidential Palace and the lively Chinatown district - Cholon .
Drive to the remarkable Cu Chi tunnels outside Ho Chi Minh City. During the war “Viet Cong” guerillas built the labyrinth of narrow tunnels using them to hide during bombing raids and stage surprise attacks. In the afternoon drive to visit a family of local artists. Learn about traditional Vietnamese instruments through conversations with the artists and hear performances from each family member. Guests then have the chance to try the instruments for themselves - a memorable if somewhat noisy experience!
Dinner will be serviced on boat while we have a nice cruise around Ho chi Minh city in evening
A short drive takes us to the cooler climate of the former French hill station of Dalat in the Central Highlands. a delightful hill station established by the French and surrounded by pine forests and lakes. See the local ethnic minority hilltribes and enjoy the spectacular views on a cable car ride to a beautiful Zen monastery. We also explore quiet streets, surrounding hills, French villas and visit a special monk who has gained recognition for his simple and stirring artwork. Visit sights as : Love Valley , Ghost House, Flower garden…
Overnight in Novotel Hotel 4 star in Dalat " Guaranteed Hotel"
<Breakfast & Lunch inclusive>
Day 3: Dalat City – Ho Chi Minh City
Today in this morning we have sightseeing in Dalat takes in the art deco former Summer Palace of Emperor Bao Dai, the old Dalat Railway Station, Pongour Fall,
Xuan Huong Lake, the Central Market and Lam Ty Ni Pagoda where a Buddhist monk, Vien Thuc, produces his abstract paintings and writes poetry.
Vung Tau known as Cap Saint-Jacques under French occupation. It is just 125 km South-East of Ho Chi Minh.
Once this seaside resort was a popular beach destination for French and US service man. Vungtau is one of the most popular sea-side resorts of Vietnam with golden sandy beaches, transparent warm blue water all the year round. Vung Tau offers a good relaxation trip on prime beach caressed by the cool breeze from transperent warm blue water .
Pick up from the hotel in Saigon and drive to Vungtau via immense rubber, cashsew nut plantation and scenic rice fields
Arrive Vungtau check in the Hotel Sea side , visit Niet Ban Tinh Xa, Nirvana Meditation Retreat and Thich Ca Phat Dai, a A Budda Shrine, Visit French-built Light House
Rest of the end day on beach
Overnight in Anoasis Beach Resort 4star in Vung Tau " Guaranteed Hotel"
<Breakfast & Lunch inclusive>
Day 5: Vung Tau - Ho chi Minh city - Departure
Transfer back to Ho chi Minh and onto Airport for departure
Trip inclusive :
· All accommodation on double basis in Hotel 5 star or 4star with daily breakfast
· All transfers/ transports
· English speaking guide
· Meals as indicated
· Admission fees and permits where applicable
· Visa arrangement Trip exclusive:
· Pre/post trip arrangement
· Travel insurance
· Meals not indicated
· Other personal expenses
· Tips and gratuities
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