Vibrant Southern Vietnam Discovery
Hightlights
  • Top Destinations:

    • Saigon – A bustling city with historical landmarks, vibrant markets, and lively streets filled with energy day and night.
    • Mekong Delta – A scenic region of winding rivers, floating markets, and lush orchards, showcasing the charm of rural Vietnam.
    • Dalat – A peaceful highland city with a cool climate, stunning waterfalls, and French colonial architecture.
    • Mui Ne – A coastal paradise known for its golden beaches, towering sand dunes, and vibrant fishing villages.

    Activities:

    • Explore the underground Cu Chi Tunnels and visit iconic French colonial landmarks in Saigon, including the General Post Office and the Opera House.
    • Cruise through the Mekong Delta, visit floating markets, and taste tropical fruits.
    • Watch traditional artisans make rice paper, coconut candy, and ceramics in Mekong Delta villages.
    • Take in panoramic views of Dalat from RoBin Hill and ride the cable car over pine forests.
    • Visit the serene Truc Lam Zen Monastery and admire the beauty of Tuyen Lam Lake.
    • Discover Dalat’s rich heritage at Bao Dai’s Summer Palace and XQ Embroidery Village.
    • Wander through Dalat’s flower gardens, home to vibrant blooms from the highlands.
    • Experience the thrill of sandboarding and riding a quad bike at Mui Ne’s White Sand Dunes.
    • Stroll along the Fairy Stream, a natural wonder with unique red and white rock formations.
    • Visit Mui Ne’s fishing village and witness the vibrant coastal life of local fishermen.
    • Capture breathtaking sunset views over the Red Sand Dunes.
    • Good food to try during your trip: Hanoi Bun Cha, Hanoi Pho, La Vong Fish Cake, Quang Noodles, Banh Xeo, Banh Beo, Banh Nam...

Itinerary

DAY 01: Saigon Arrival (-/-/-)

Xin chào! Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, meet a local guide and transfer to your hotel

Overnight in Saigon.

Note: Check-in time: 14:00 

DAY 02: Saigon - Cu Chi Tunnel - Half-day city Saigon (B/-/-)

After breakfast, depart for Cu Chi Tunnel, an underground labyrinth used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, and learn about its history from your guide.

In the afternoon, explore Ho Chi Minh City’s highlights, including the General Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Opera House—all showcasing French colonial architecture. Visit the Reunification Palace, the former presidential residence of South Vietnam, and end the tour at Ben Thanh Market.

Overnight in Saigon.

DAY 03: Hanoi – Xuan La Toy Village - Ninh Binh – Hoa Lu – Tam Coc - Hanoi (B/-/-)

The program starts with a visit to Vinh Long Market, a great spot for capturing photos of fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and local specialties.

Next, take a boat trip to brick kilns to see how clay potteries are made, followed by a stop at local workshops to observe the making of rice paper, coconut candy, pop-rice, and popcorn, then enjoy some candies with hot tea.

A rowing boat will then take you through smaller canals to experience the peaceful countryside. See traditional wooden or palm-leaf houses, observe local farmers in action, and witness ancestral fishing and fruit-picking techniques in the Mekong Delta.

Walk to Ut Trinh family’s orchard & traditional house, where you’ll enjoy tropical fruits and tea while listening to traditional music. Stroll through the orchard before concluding the cruise at Vinh Long city and returning to Saigon for an overnight stay.

DAY 04: Saigon - Dalat (B/-/-)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then transfer by car to Dalat city. It takes about 9 hours. Dalat is famous for its beautiful sceneries of the city and the rural view of the countryside, the wide variety of food, the cool weather, and the various interesting activities. Check-in hotel and free at leisure.

In the evening, explore Dalat night market.

Overnight in Dalat.

DAY 05: Dalat City Tour (B/-/-)

Have breakfast at the hotel, then explore Dalat city.

Start at RoBin Hill and Dalat Cable Car Station for a panoramic view of the city and pine forested valley. Optionally, take a cable car ride down 300 meters to Tuyen Lam Lake, surrounded by pine forests, and visit Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Vietnam’s largest Zen university.

For art lovers, visit XQ Embroidery Village to admire intricate hand-made embroidery. Continue to the giant golden Sakyamuni Buddha statue before exploring Bao Dai’s Summer Palace (Dinh 3), an art deco-style residence built in 1933.

End the tour at Dalat Flower Garden, covering 11 hectares near Xuan Huong Lake, home to a variety of blooms thriving in Dalat’s cool climate.

Overnight in Dalat.

DAY 06: Hoi An – Cam Thanh Coconut Forest - Hoian Ancient Town & Lantern Workshop (B/-/-)

Have breakfast at the hotel then continue to visit famous destinations in Dalat such as: The Cock Church, Domain de Marie Church, Dalat Railway Station and Linh Phuoc pagoda.

Cock Church is the oldest colonial building that the French designed in Vietnam. The name “Cock” is called by local people because it has a man-made cock stuck on the top of the tower. From the top of the bell tower, you can see the whole view of Dalat, even stretching to Langbiang Plateau.

Then go to Datanla Waterfalls to visit before going to Dalat Railway Station, built in 1938, was designed in the art deco architectural style by French architects Moncet and Reveron, although it incorporates the high, pointed roofs characteristic of the Cao Nguyen communal buildings of Vietnam’s Central Highlands.

Linh Phuoc pagoda, also called Ve Chai Pagoda, is one of the most famous landscapes of Da Lat, with the typical design of Asian identity. It boasts a perfect combination of temples and pagodas of Eastern architecture. As a result, for many years, the site has always been a spiritual attraction to both domestic and foreign tourists.

Overnight in Dalat.

DAY 07: Dalat - Mui Ne - Sand Dune Mui Ne By Jeep (B/-/-)

Transfer to Mui Ne and check in at your hotel.

In the afternoon, visit Fairy Stream (Suoi Tien), a small stream flowing through red sand dunes, resembling a mini-Red Canyon. Explore Mui Ne Fishing Village, where you can observe fishermen’s daily activities and colorful boats lining the shore.

Continue to White Sand Dunes, where you can catch the sunrise and try activities like quad biking, ostrich riding, or sandboarding (at your own expense). Then, head to Red Sand Dunes for a stunning sunset, with its reddish hues contrasting beautifully against the landscape.

Return to your hotel. Overnight in Mui Ne.

DAY 08: Mui Ne Free Day (B/-/-)

Breakfast at your hotel. You are free at your own leisure.

Overnight in Mui Ne

DAY 09: Mui Ne - Saigon (B/-/-)

After breakfast. Check out hotel and return to Saigon.

Continue to pay a visit at Ben Thanh market, one of the earliest surviving structures in Saigon and one of the symbols of Saigon, popular with tourists seeking local handicrafts, textiles, ao dai, and souvenirs, as well as local cuisine.

Overnight in Saigon.

DAY 10: Saigon Departure (B/-/-)

After breakfast, free at leisure until time to depart to the airport to take a flight home. Make sure to keep in touch with new friends you found during the trip and don’t forget to share your wonderful journey and reviews with us on our social media.

Price

Calendar of Departures:
Departure Date Price
Daily From$641.63 From$641.63 CUSTOMIZE TOUR
Price Policies
Price Includes Price Excludes
  • Accommodation nights
  • Transportation with air-condition
  • Breakfast
  • English speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees for mentioned visits
  • Water during the itinerary (2 bottles/pax/day)

  • Drinks or meals not at above mentioned
  • Personal expenses and other services than mentioned
  • Flight ticket, visa & stamping fee
  • Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
  • Tips, Travel insurance
  • Supplement of room rate
Children Policy

 

For Asia Mystika Travel Experiences (excursions and day trips) children between the ages of 4 and 11, at dates of travel, will receive a 15% discount off the Adult price (based on total travelers - adults + children 4 -11), unless specified otherwise in a proposal. 

Cancellation/ Refund Policy

 

Cancellation must be made in writing by email and be received in time (please keep in mind weekends, public holidays, and different time zones on both ends).
The charges below apply unless different terms have been mentioned at quotation/booking time.

Individual traveler (1 – 8 people)

  • 31 days and more before arrival: Non-refundable deposit (if any) 
  • From 30 days to 22 days’ prior arrival date: Non-refundable deposit or 10% of total tour cost
  • From 21 days to 15 days’ prior arrival date: Non-refundable deposit or 25% of total tour cost
  • From 14 days to 08 days’ prior arrival date: 50% of total tour cost
  • Between 7 days and 48 hours before arrival: 75% of total tour cost
  • Less than 48 hours before arrival: 90% of total tour cost
  • Shortening or cancellation on site: 100% of total tour cost

Group traveler (From 9 people)

  • 31 days and more before arrival: Non-refundable deposit (if any) 
  • From 30 days to 22 days’ prior arrival date: Non-refundable deposit or 20% of total tour cost
  • From 21 days to 15 days’ prior arrival date: Non-refundable deposit or 70% of total tour cost
  • From 14 days to 08 days’ prior arrival date: 90% of total tour cost
  • Shortening or cancellation on site: 100% of total tour cost

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