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Vietnam package tours
SAIGON MODERN LIFE
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Tour code |
VN04 |
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Price |
from
133 USD |
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Departure dates |
Jan to Dec |
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Duration |
04days /
03nights |
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Route |
Saigon -
Mekong Delta - Tayninh - Cuchi - Saigon |
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Features |
If you have
a short stop in the South, let’s experience what are not
available in other regions of Vietnam: the bustling life on the
Mekong tributaries, historical traces of the American war, and
exciting life in Saigon – the hub of new cultural flows, the
attraction of most hectic people, the rendezvous of modern
Vietnamese contrasts. |
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Connection |
Excellent to
combine with a short trip to Cambodia by either airway, land way
or riverway. |
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Maximum group size |
15 |
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Guide |
Fully escorted by Threeland tour
guide |
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Visa arrangement |
Not included, take a look at
visa arrangement |
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See also |
Vietnam festivals and
events |
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See also |
Vietnam country dossier |
itinerary in DETAIL
DAY 1: ARRIVE
AND EXPERIENCE FASCINATING LIFE OF SAIGON (D)
Arrive in Saigon, greeted by your tour guide and transfer to the
hotel. After noontime, let’s start the city tour at the central
Square, surrounded by the Notre Dame Cathedral, old Post Office, and
historical
Reunification Palace; go on to Ngoc Hoang Pagoda and
experience daily life of Saigon people at Ben Thanh Market in
the centre of district I, the most bustling one amongst the
districts of Saigon. Dinner with delicious Saigon cuisine and
overnight in Saigon. Arrive at “Tieng To dong” (“the sound of
magic musical instruments”) Tea-House to enjoy the night life
in Saigon.
DAY 02: SAIGON - MEKONG DELTA - SAIGON (B/L)
As we should reach
the floating market in Cai Be as early as possible today, try your
best to start in Saigon at 07.00am and travel southwest for nearly 3
hours, passing the Mekong Delta, which makes Vietnam the 2nd
World Rice Exporter, and reach Vinh Long province which is famous
for tropical fruits in the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival at Cai Be,
board our boat along the market to enjoy trading activities of the
peasants of the Mekong Delta, who travel to the market in the boats
full of fruits and farming products. Visit family factories and
orchards and taste some juicy tropical fruits. Lunch in a charming
old-styled house or in a garden house on an island between visits.
Back to our car and return to Saigon later afternoon. Overnight in
Saigon.
DAY 3: SAIGON -
TAYNINH - CUCHI TUNNELS - SAIGON (B/L)
Our day begins with a visit to Tayninh, the centre of
Caodaism, a local sect of Buddhism founded by a Vietnamese
countryman in early 20th century. The road is thru the
typical Southern Vietnam delta. Arriving at noontime, we will have
the chance to join the daily ceremony at the temple of Cao Dai
called Tayninh Holysee. In his novel “The Quiet American,” Graham
Greene described the temple as the “Walt Disney Fantasia of the
East”. The eye over the main entrance and on the inside ceiling is
characteristic of every Cao Dai church, and is a reminder of the
Creator of the Universe. Yet, the midday mass is very solemn and
respectful. Today, the Caodaism numbers over 2 million members, who
are vegetarians, obey the rules of chastity, and lead very simple
lives helping the sick and the infirm. They are known for their
séances and communications with the spirit world.
On the way back to Saigon is located Cu Chi Tunnels,
one of the few remaining monuments to the Vietnam War. Beneath the
ground lie 200 km of tunnels, dug by hand and inhabited by the
forces of the Vietnamese guerillas during the conflict. At its peak,
prior to the Tet Offensive in 1968, the tunnel complex was base to
almost 10,000 troops. To this day, it remains one of the most
impressive examples of how fierce the war used to be. Return to
Saigon late afternoon. Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 4: SAIGON
DEPARTURE (B)
It’ll be your own
time for relax or shopping in Saigon till your guide see you to
transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for the departure flight.
QUOTATION ( per person )
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Quantity of guests |
2 |
3 - 5 |
6 - 8 |
9 - 12 |
13 - 16 |
17 - 22 |
23 - 29 |
29 - 32 |
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Price in US$ |
263 |
211 |
179 |
168 |
156 |
146 |
138 |
133 |
Single supplement: 72US$
Saving
option
SERVICES
INCLUDED
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English-speaking
tourguide.
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Land transfer by
air-con vehicle
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Twin-shared room
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Meals as
mentioned in the program (no drinks),
3 breakfasts
2 lunches 1
dinner
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Boat trips and
admission
Description of services
in detail
SERVICES not
INCLUDED
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Airfare
(international and domestic) and airport tax
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Visa to Vietnam
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Early check-in,
late check-out surcharge
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Other meals; Cost
at the Tea-House in Saigon
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Drinks and
personal expenses (phone call, laundry, tipping etc.)
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Any services not
mentioned in the program
booking with us
See also:
Set departure tours ; Package tours
;
Adventure tours ; Day
trips & beach relax ; Indochina
tours
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