Destination Vietnam
Tour Packages ex-Saigon
Mekong Delta Extension
This overnight extension package ex-Saigon is perfect as for visitors who would like to add a Mekong experience onto their Vietnam itinerary but have limited time available to explore the delights of the Delta. Travel from Saigon by road to Cai Be, which is known for its large floating market, and enjoy a leisurely boat journey through some of the delta?s waterways to Vinh Long passing by river islands and fruit orchards. After an overnight stay in Can Tho, visit the early morning floating market at Cai Rang by sampan and a Khmer monastery before returning to Saigon in the afternoon.
Saigon Orientation
Saigon is surely one of the most evocative place names in Asia and definitely one of the most extraordinary cities in the world. This two night package includes visits to the main highlights of the city and a trip to the unique Cu Chi Tunnels ? a vast underground network of tunnels built first as a defence against the French, and later expanded during the American war.
Mekong Delta Experience
Travelling south by road from Saigon to the Mekong town of Cai Be, guests will be immersed in the scenery of the delta and the lifestyle of its residents as they journey by small local style boat or motorised sampan through the main waterways and small tributaries. Continuing onto Vinh Long and then to Can Tho, known as the economic hub of the delta, where we spend two nights in a comfortable hotel. Fascinating excursions are made to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is a photographers? delight, a Khmer monastery and a stork sanctuary.
Nha Trang Beach Break
A short forty-five minute flight from Saigon, lies Vietnam’s premier beach resort of Nha Trang. With a backdrop of mountains, numerous islands and white sandy beaches it is hard not to be enticed by this idyllic location. Nha Trang has benefited from recent development and offers an array of hotel and resort style accommodation Nha Trang is ideal for a beach vacation, as an extension to a city stay or a relaxing break in an overland tour.
Sights Of Saigon
This three night package includes comprehensive sightseeing of this vibrant city?s main sites, as well as an excursion to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels located outside Saigon. A day trip to the Mekong Delta area is also included, where guests have the opportunity to travel the waterways by small boat and experience the local life-style of the delta?s residents.
Mekong Delta Explorer
This four day itinerary travels deep into the Mekong Delta and allows time to thoroughly explore this interesting region, known as Vietnam’s ‘rice basket’. Two nights are spent at a hotel in Can Tho and one night at Chau Doc, located near the Cambodian border. Highlights include an early morning visit by small boat through the floating market at Cai Rang, and a visit to Sam Mountain - a popular pilgrimage centre for many Vietnamese and home to a collection of ornate and colourful temples and pagodas. Climb or drive to the top of the hill for unparalleled 360-degree views including nearby Cambodia.
Phu Quoc Beach Escape
Phu Quoc is Vietnam?s largest island and has a colourful history ? originally known as a desolate area where Vietnamese and Chinese immigrants earned their living from sea cucumbers, the French occupied in 1869 and established rubber and coconut plantations. During the ?American War? a P.O.W camp was set up on the island. Since 1975, Phu Quoc has very gradually been transformed into a tourist destination, and is renowned for its many un-spoilt sandy beaches, clear azure waters and fine seafood. Phu Quoc island is situated in the Gulf of Thailand and is accessible by a short domestic flight from Saigon, allowing guests the chance to spend four days enjoying the beaches and exploring the island.
South Highlands & Coast – Dalat & Phan Thiet
This short Southern Vietnam overland itinerary includes two nights in the cool mountains at Dalat, and two nights in the contrasting beach destination of Phan Thiet. Driving from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat travellers will pass through spectacular countryside as the road weaves through plantations, villages and mountains up to the Central Highlands. At an elevation of 1500 metres, Dalat is a popular domestic tourist destination known for its temperate climate and is often referred to as the ?City of Eternal Spring?. Next is Phan Thiet ? located on the coast approximately 4 hours drive from Saigon. In recent years Phan Thiet is a popular beach destination, and now boasts an array of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets.
South Highlands & Coast – Dalat & Nhatrang
This very popular itinerary is often combined as an extension to the Vietnam Discovery or Highlights of Vietnam. Two nights are spent in the Central Highlands at Dalat, renowned for its pleasant climate and clean cool air, clear mountain waterfalls and lakes, the variety and high quality of its agricultural and horticultural produce and the French influences which is still in evidence today. Enjoy a spectacular drive down from the mountains to the coastal plain, to the popular seaside resort city of Nha Trang. Nha Trang is surrounded by mountains on three sides and by the South China Sea on the fourth side, and its bay is known as one of the most beautiful in the world.
Cities Of Contrasts – Saigon & Ha Noi
This package includes two nights in Saigon and one night in Hanoi, and is recommended for travellers with, and limited time who would like to gain an appreciation of these two very contrasting, yet equally interesting cities. Visits to the main sites are included in each city, as is an excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels outside Saigon. Travel between Saigon and Hanoi is via domestic flight.
Twin Cities – Ha Noi & Saigon
By spending two nights in Saigon and two nights in Hanoi, the visitor has the chance to explore the highlights of both cities, as well as undertake excursions to the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels from Saigon, and an excursion to Thay and Tay Phuong Pagodas located in the scenic countryside surrounding Hanoi.
