Introducing Ho Chi Minh City

Boasting an electric, near palpable energy, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is Vietnam’s largest metropolis and its undisputed capital of commerce. For the casual visitor, Saigon – as its still called by all but the city officials who live here – can seem a chaotic mess of traffic-clogged roads and urban bustle, with nary a green space in sight. Yet thousands of expats and Vietnamese immigrants couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. They’ve long since fallen prey to the hidden charms of one of Southeast Asia’s liveliest cities.

If every town had a symbol, Saigon’s would surely be the motorbike. More than three million of them fly along streets once swarming with bicycles. Cruising along boulevards and back alleys astride a xe om (motorbike taxi) is the quickest way to sensory overload – daily fare in this tropical town. Teeming markets, sidewalk cafés, massage and acupuncture clinics, centuries-old pagodas, sleek skyscrapers and ramshackle wooden shops selling silk, spices, baskets and handmade furniture all jockey for attention amid the surreal urban collage.

Ho Chi Minh City - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh city - Arrival  ( D )

You are welcomed by our guide at Tan Son Nhat airport and then be transferred to your hotel in the center of city. Half day city tour visit Reunification Palace, War Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral with the passing Ben Thanh market. Dinner & Over night in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City – Tay Ninh - Cu Chi ( B / L )

Drive a long way on the country side of Vietnam to Tay Ninh, 100 km from Ho Chi Minh  city. On arrival to the head quarter of Cao Dai religious, you will have a chance to witness the daily ceremony at Cao Dai Holy See, and meet followers come to attend the ceremony wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of the Confucianism, Taoism, Christianity and Buddhism. Having lunch at a local restaurant then continue the trip to Cu Chi, visit the incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (B)

Free time for shopping or relax until time to airport for departure home or more visit of Vietnam.

Tour cost per person (in USD)

Size of Group	2 pax	3 - 4 pax	5 - 9 pax	10 - 14 pax	Single Supplemental
01 Jan 2009 - 30 Sep 2009 (Not valid for Peak Season, Christmas & New Year Day)
Mid-range (3+*)	250	220	205	192	48
Superior (4*)	320	288	258	230	95
Deluxe (5*)	420	370	360	330	120
Premium (5+*)	600	548	530	500	160

Accommodation	Superior (3*)	First Class(4*)	Deluxe (5*)	Premium (5+*)
Ho Chi Minh city Hotels	Palace, Metropole,Liberty 1.2.3.4	Rex, Kim Do, First Hotel	New World, Renaissance Riverside	Caravelle, Sofitel Plaza

Inclusive:   

• Hotel accommodation as specific or similar, base on twin sharing 
• All transfers and transportation
• All guided sightseeing fees and entrance fees as per itinerary
•  English or French speaking guide. Other languages can be arranged upon request
•  Food as mentioned in the itinerary (B- breakfast, L- lunch, D- dinner)

• Purified water & wet towel

Exclusive:  

• Visa application fee to Vietnam
• Personal expenses
• Other meals and drinks
• Late check out & early check in for accommodation at the places
• Airport tax and departure tax
• All other service not made on the written form
• Insurance
• Tips and gratuities