Vietnam Sai Gon and Mekong Tour 4 Days 3 Nights – Green Cultural Travel

Vietnam Sai Gon and Mekong Tour 4 Days 3 Nights

11 Days 10 Nights
Duration
All ages
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Valid until the 31st of December 2024
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Hosted

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Sai Gon – Mekong Delta

This journey will take you from the biggest city of Vietnam full of history and activities, the region which is popular for fishing, rice farming, and tropical biodiversity to the “cannot miss” Cai Rang Market- one of the most ten impressive markets in the world.

Is this tour for me?

TRAVEL STYLE Private getaway perfect for couples, families, friends or the solo adventurer.
SERVICE LEVEL This package is a premium quality Great Journey hosted by our Local Expert Partner Travel – FTrip Vietnam Co., LTD
PHYSICAL RATING There is a 15 minute uphill walk to reach a lake, swimming in a life-vest through a cave and other physical activities and so guests must have a reasonable level of fitness.
TRIP TYPE Private Package

What’s Included?

  • Land transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles
  • Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
  • English speaking local guide
  • All admission fee at attractions as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Government Tax
  • All meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: lunch, D: Dinner)
  • Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
  • 02 Mineral water & cold towels during sightseeing tours

Exclusive

  • International flights to/from Vietnam
  • Vietnam Visa pre – approval letter
  • Bank fees for both sides
  • Visa stamp fee at the arrival airport ($25/pax in Vietnam and $30/pax in Cambodia)
  • Any other meals not mentioned above.
  • Any kind of drinks
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip…)
  • Early/late check in/out service at hotels (surcharge if request)
  • All other services which are not mentioned in INCLUDING
  • Compulsory: Tipping PolicyFrom 2 – 3 person: $10/group/day From 4 – 6 person: $5/person/day From 7 person: $3/person/dayNOTE: It is recommended for travelers to Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar to have a travel insurance covering also the cost of medical evacuation flights.

Pricing for Guest (USD):

Tour Class Standard
Solo $795
2 Pax $485
3 –  5 Pax $399
6 Pax $278
Single Suppliment $50

Child Policy:

Under 2 year old: Free 

From 3 – 12 years old: 50% price of adults (sharing bed w/ parent)

From 3 – 12 years old:: 85% price of adults (extra bed)

For bookings more than 10, please contact us for pricing.

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Day 1: Arrival (L,D)

Sai Gon

Upon arriving at Tan Son Nhat airport, our guide and driver will be there to pick you up and then stop by our hotel to drop off luggage and get some rest. Our first destination in the city is War Remnants Museum to understand the US invasion of Vietnam, and its absorbing exhibits give visitors an invaluable insight into a defining chapter in the Vietnam war’s history.

Departure to Reunification Palace which was named in global history in 1975 and was built for the South Vietnam Government during the Vietnam-American War. After that, we will visit the famous French architecture Notre Dame Cathedral, and General Post Office. After that, enjoy a delicious welcome dinner.

Overnight: Sai Gon

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Day 2: Mekong Delta (B,L)

Sai Gon > Mekong > Ben Tre > Can Tho

Pick up in your hotel transfer to Hung Vuong Pier (Ben Tre city). Take a boat on Ben Tre River – one of tributaries of Mekong River, Sight-seeing lively activities along river as fishing, water transferring…Stop at brickwork to see how to make bricks in handy traditional style by printing and baking. Visit one of the plenty of coconut processing workshops where the people to open coconut by hand (husking coconut), coconut candies are made and have a chance to learn the coconut candies making process located along canal (Ms Lan coconut candy workshop), taste tropical fruit, honey tea.

Turn on natural scissors creeks where they look smaller and smaller to go to village. Take a walk to family workshop making sleep mats. Afterward, being on a cart powered by a motorbike and traveling through some tranquil villages where vegetables gardens to be able to touch on real life and find out about tropical culture from Peasants. Afternoon, taking a rowing-boat along water palm creek and boat back to Hung Vuong Pier. Take a rest and enjoy a peaceful time. Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant with 5-course Vietnamese food. Drive to Can Tho, the capital city of Mekong Delta. Take a rest and enjoy a peaceful time.

Overnight: Mekong Delta

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Day 3: Hanoi (B,L)

Can Tho > Cai Rang Market > Sai Gon

Our guide will take you to the biggest floating market in the Mekong Delta by boat in the early morning. Cai Rang market is not really about tourism but concentrates on real commerce as a wholesale. Allow a few hours here to see how it works and the produce available.

There are many smaller boats selling food and café for locals and tourists in the market too. Don’t miss out! Before lunch, we go back to Sai Gon. You will have the rest of your day free.

Overnight: Sai Gon

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Day 4: Departure (B)

Last day in Sai Gon

Enjoy your complimentary breakfast at your hotel and your last hours in Saigon until our guide comes and drives you to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for departure.

End of services

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Hotels

Ho Chi Minh
Silverland Yen Novotel
Premier Deluxe
The 4-star Novotel Saigon Centre features 247 comfortable rooms with free WiFI, contemporary design and stunning city view. All rooms are full-equiped to take your break to the next level whether it is business or leisure. Novotel Saigon Centre provides range of restaurant and bar selection. The Square restaurant offers all-day dining, the 167 Fabourg lobby bar is great for a drink while the 20th floor onTop bar, with 360 degree view over the city, the ideal place to unwind
Can Tho
Iris Hotel Can Tho Victoria Can Tho Resort
Deluxe Superior
The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Strategically situated in City Center, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Be sure to set some time aside to visit Binh Thuy Communal House as well as Can Tho Beach nearby. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to fitness center and indoor pool on-site. Life in the Mekong Delta is very much lived on, by or near the water. Stilt houses built to withstand the rise and fall of the river, entire markets conducted by boat and people fishing, bathing and washing clothes are everyday scenes in this watery world.

Explore the fascinating delta aboard our sampans, designed using natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and exotic wood in keeping with their surroundings. Our cruises can be customised just for you – private or join-in, ranging from a few hours to 1, 2 or 3 days.

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Exclusions

  • Other personal expenses
  • Other activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips, and all services not clearly mentioned

 Key Information Remarks

  • Prices are net per person in United States Dollars (USD) and are subject to change without prior notice
  • No refund for any un-utilized Tour or Activity

Guide surcharge:

Guide Type Cost Per Day
Dutch $70 – $100
French $70 – $100
Spanish $70 – $100
Italian $70 – $100
German $70 – $100

Child policy

  • Child under 2: Free of charge
  • Child over 12 and above: 50% of adult cost

 CANCELLATION: 

Due to extensive time and planning involved with travelling, a strict cancellation policy is applicable to compensate for cost and lost revenue. Once a booking is confirmed the following cancellation fees will apply:

  • Cut of days: 21 Days
  • Cancellation made between 21 and 11 days prior to departure date: 10% of total booking cost will be charged
  • Cancellation made between 11 and 3 days prior to departure date: 20% of total booking cost will be charged

Arrival Complications

We don’t expect any problems, and nor should you. However, if you are unable to commence your Tour as scheduled for any reason, please contact us immediately. Please refer to our emergency contact details.

Emergency Contact

If you need to contact us in an emergency, it is best to call the Green Cultural Travel Local Expert Partner. If you don’t receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message with your contact information so they can return your call as soon as possible.

Emergency Contact Numbers

FTrip Vietnam Co., LTD

Contact Number: +84 90 638 8847
Email Address: info@ftripvietnam.com
Website: www.ftripvietnam.com 

Tipping

Depending on the service, it is discretionary in Vietnam to tip service providers, such as waiters. Though not compulsory, tipping shows an expression of satisfaction with the people who have assisted you on your holiday. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. 

Safety and Security

We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt for keeping your valuables safe. Leave your expensive jewellery at home. You won’t need it while travelling. Many of the hotels you stay at have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables while on tour. 

Medical Form

 As a minimum, an average level of fitness and mobility is required to undertake our easiest programs. Travellers must be able to walk without the aid of another person, climb 3-4 flights of stairs, step on and off small boats, and carry their personal luggage. 

 Green Cultural Travel – Community Programs

As we are owned by Green Cultural Travel Hub Limited UEN 201705140R a Singapore registered “Non-Profit” company our profits allow us to continue our support of community projects in the destinations our guests visit.

Purchasers of our Packages will automatically become members of our Green Cultural Travel Hub a place of connection for like minded travellers wanting to make a difference.  Members of our Hub receive a monthly magazine and access to some great travel specials and follow the progress of the community programs we support. Guests can also take the opportunity when booking a Package to make their own donation to Green Cultural Travel Hub Limited.

Local Dress

Philippines is generally warm, so wear natural, lightweight and tropical clothing all throughout the year. This is as basic as it gets.

 Green Cultural Travel Hub

When you purchase a Green Cultural Travel package you automatically become a member of the Green Cultural Travel Hub. This connects you to us and like-minded travellers. Our bi-monthly magazine is full of travel news, trip information, interesting stories, special offers and contests. We also include more information on how you can give back, and support, the people and places we love to visit through our local Community Programmes.