Joyful Vietnam

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh city! Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, is the largest city in Vietnam and a major center for commerce, finance, and culture.Upon arrival, you are welcomed by the local tour guide and transferred to hotel to leave your heavy luggage. Your free time to relax after a long flight.

Enjoy breakfast at hotelYou will be picked up from the pick-up point in District 1 at 07:30-08:00 am. Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which dated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lanes and see orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treating yourself to the beauty of the countryside, visiting the family business, visiting honey-bee farm, enjoying honey tea and coconut candy workshops. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Time for relaxation. In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy the cool breeze for those who can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City late in the afternoon.

Breakfast at HotelBreakfast at the hotel. Then checkout. You will be picked up from pick-up point in District 1 around 07:30-08:00 am. Morning drive to Cu Chi Tunnels: the network of over 200 km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the war. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities, including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens. After a short introduction video showing how the tunnels were constructed, you will have a chance to crawl into a short section of the tunnels to feel the oppressive narrowness and heat inside. Experience the thrill of firing an M15, AK-47, and carbine rifle at the National Defense Sports Shooting Range (at guests own extra cost). This is your chance to get a taste of what it's like to be a soldier in a war zone. With the help of experienced instructors, you'll learn how to handle these powerful weapons and how to shoot them safely. Return to Ho Chi Minh city center at about 15:00pm.

Breakfast at the hotelMorning you will visit Bao Dai’s Summer Palace (Palance III), where the last Emperor of Viet Nam- Bao Dai stayed and ruled his Viet Nam from 1949 to 1954. The next point is the Crazy House - the architecture that can not be explained nor described, just come and see. After that visit Flower Garden Park considered a natural museum that houses a fine collection of native and exotic flowers. The park consists of at least 300 different kinds of flowers, hundreds of which are in blossom all year round. Stop at Xuan Huong lake to take photo.

Early morning at about 04:00am – 04:30am, you will be picked up to the cloud chasing point. This is one of the most memorable and iconic experiences of Da Lat — highly recommended for nature lovers, couples, and photography enthusiasts. Wake up early for a magical sunrise experience above the clouds. Da Lat’s high-altitude landscape creates a spectacular “sea of clouds” floating over pine forests and mountain valleys.Enjoy the peaceful morning atmosphere with cool fresh air while watching the clouds slowly drift away as the city comes to life. After the cloud hunting experience, guests can relax at a hilltop café and enjoy a warm drink with beautiful scenery. (drink is not included).

Breakfast at hotel.Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with driver for your flight to Ho Chi Minh city (air tickets excluded).Upon arrival, picked up by private transfer. If your room is not ready to check in yet, you can leave your luggage there, relax by your own until check in (Early check-in excludes)Check in hotel. Relax by your own at the hotel.

Breakfast at HotelBreakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with a driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home.