Home
South East Asia
Vietnam
Cultural
Saigon, Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Express - 5 days

Saigon, Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Express - 5 days

tourhub | On The Go Tours | Saigon, Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Express - 5 days | 3004/SMDCC | Map

5 Views

5 Days From

~~$485~~

$462

Saigon, Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Express - 5 days

5 Days Starting and ending in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Visiting: Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $485 $462 Travel Club discount: -$23

NB: Prices correct on 18-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of Vietnam on the "Saigon, Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Express - 5 days" tour. Begin your journey in Ho Chi Minh City, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the bustling Ben Thanh Market. Experience the lively atmosphere of Pho Tay District with its street-side cafes and bars. Venture into the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels to uncover the ingenuity of the Viet Cong. Cruise the scenic waterways of the Mekong Delta, visit local cottage industries, and enjoy a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch in Ben Tre. This small group tour offers guided sightseeing, comfortable accommodations, and an immersive cultural experience.

Highlights

Saigon - Explore what is now known as Ho Chi Minh City and a thriving metropolis in south Vietnam
Reunification Palace - See this important landmark that witnessed the end of the Vietnam War
Notre Dame Cathedral - Visit one of the last remaining colonial relics of Catholicism
Saigon Post Office - Marvel at the stunning colonial architecture and a fully functional post office
Ben Thanh Market - Wander around the city's largest shopping destination and perfect for souvenirs
Cu Chi Tunnels – Discover the legendary tunnels which were used masterfully by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War
The Mekong Delta - Explore the scenic waterways on board a riverboat and visit local cottage industries
Ben Tre - Explore the countryside of Ben Tre with a scenic motor cart ride, followed by a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch with a local family

Itinerary

tourhub | On The Go Tours | Saigon, Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Express - 5 days | 3004/SMDCC | Route Map

Not what you're looking for?

People that have booked this tour have also searched for the following:

Cultural tours in Vietnam Cultural tours Tours in Vietnam Sightseeing tours History tours Boat/Cruise Excursion tours Walking tours Foodie and Wine tours

Expand All

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh City's international airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Explore the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, and immerse yourself in its rich history. Visit fascinating museums to learn about Vietnam's past, try street food, or simply wander through the bustling streets lined with iconic architecture.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, embark on a guided tour of Ho Chi Minh City with an English-speaking local guide. Begin your journey at the iconic Reunification Palace, formerly the political hub of Vietnam. Explore the museum within, including the renowned "War Room" and the room where North Vietnamese forces officially took control in 1975, marking the end of the Vietnam War.

Next, discover Notre Dame Cathedral, a symbol of Catholicism in Vietnam, and the historic Saigon Central Post Office, boasting stunning French colonial architecture. Then, wander the lively atmosphere of Ben Thanh Market, a bustling marketplace.

Conclude your day with a stroll through the streets of Pho Tay, known as the "Streets of Foreigners," where backpackers from around the globe gather. Enjoy Vietnam's famed street food offerings, from noodle soups to savory pancakes, and unwind at a corner café with a refreshing drink!

Day 3: The Mekong Delta

Location: Mekong Delta

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh. After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a journey to the famous Mekong Delta, admiring its many waterways. You'll first head to Ben Tre, where you'll explore local culture with visits to a traditional brickwork factory and workshops specialising in crafting coconut products and sleep mats.

Leaving the canals behind, hop aboard a quaint motor cart (known as xe lôi) to traverse shaded pathways, offering glimpses of rice fields and vegetable plains. For lunch, a home-cooked authentic Vietnamese lunch awaits, prepared by a welcoming local family. As the day draws to a close, leisurely cruise along palm-fringed creeks aboard a traditional rowboat, before bidding farewell to the delta and returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation Name: hotel

Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi (Ben Dinh) - Ho Chi Minh. Today, journey to the Ben Dinh section of the Cu Chi Tunnels. Following an insightful introductory video and observations of various mantraps, remnants of American tanks, and numerous bomb craters, you'll embark on an hour-long exploration of the intricate maze of tunnels, gaining firsthand insight into how the Viet Cong thrived within this underground network.

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today concludes your touring arrangements. Make your own way to the airport for your onward journey, or contact us to pre-book a departure transfer. Safe Travels!

What's Included

Accommodation
3 star
3 breakfasts & 1 lunch

Enjoy 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch during your tour.
Airport arrival transfer on day 1

Receive a transfer from the airport to your hotel upon arrival on day 1.
4 nights 3 star hotel

Stay for 4 nights in a 3-star hotel. Options for 4 and 5-star hotels are available upon request.
Local English-speaking guides for all included sightseeing

Benefit from the expertise of local English-speaking guides for all included sightseeing activities.
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

Travel comfortably with all relevant transfers and transportation provided in private air-conditioned vehicles.
Entrance fees to all included sites

All entrance fees to the included sites are covered.
Guided sightseeing - Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels (Ben Dinh)

Enjoy guided sightseeing tours in Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, and the Cu Chi Tunnels (Ben Dinh).
Mekong Delta row boat cruise

Experience a row boat cruise in the scenic waterways of the Mekong Delta.

What's Not Included

International flights and visa

International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.
Tipping

Tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.
Departure airport transfer

Departure airport transfer is not included.

You can make your own way to the airport or contact us to pre-book a transfer.

Age Policy

5yrs accompanied by an adult.

Mode of Transport

Travel in private air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation, ensuring a comfortable and convenient journey throughout the tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights in comfortable 3-star hotels, with options to upgrade to 4 or 5-star accommodations upon request.

Check out our Q&As

What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes 4 nights in 3-star hotels, with options to upgrade to 4 or 5-star hotels upon request.
Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

An airport arrival transfer on day 1 is included in the tour package. However, the departure airport transfer is not included and needs to be arranged separately.
What meals are included in the tour?

The tour includes 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch.
Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, the tour is suitable for children aged 5 years and above, provided they are accompanied by an adult.
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

All relevant transfers and transportation are provided in private air-conditioned vehicles.

Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?

Yes, entrance fees to all included sites are covered in the tour price.
Will there be a guide during the tour?

Yes, local English-speaking guides will be available for all included sightseeing activities.
What activities are included in the Mekong Delta visit?

In the Mekong Delta, you will visit a traditional brickwork factory, workshops specializing in coconut products and sleep mats, take a motor cart ride through the countryside, enjoy a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch with a local family, and cruise along palm-fringed creeks on a traditional rowboat.
What can I expect during the visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels?

During the visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, you will watch an introductory video, see various mantraps, remnants of American tanks, and bomb craters, and explore the intricate maze of tunnels to understand how the Viet Cong lived and operated underground.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1998
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

Trustpilot

Norma Sullivan

Land of the Northern Lights 5 day tour of Iceland

10-Sep-2021

The Land of Northern Lights tour was a triumph! My tour of Southern Iceland was absolutely wonderful. The venues chosen, the timing allotted at each venue and the variety of things to experience was nearly perfect. Our guide, "Thor", was smart, amusing, full of history and anecdotal stories as well as being incredibly hospitable and helpful. This small group experience was my first, but not my last thanks to On the Go.

Trawls (Google Reviewer)

On The Go Tours Sri...

05-Feb-2024

On The Go Tours Sri Lanka was an incredible experience that was made even better by our tour guide Akthar. He was incredibly knowledgeable about his country and he loved sharing it with us. The tour covers a wide range of activities so you can truly experience what Sri Lanka is all about. The beautiful 4-5 star hotels at the end of every day was an absolute bonus. Thanks for a great trip OTGT I’m sure this won’t be my last

Xtreme Floor Care (Google Reviewer)

Traveled through Egypt with On...

30-Nov-2023

Traveled through Egypt with On the Go Tours, professional service, very informative and helpful tour guides. The choice of hotels was excellent... Definitely recommend this company

Gavin Harrigan

King Tutankhamun 10 day tour of Egypt

16-Sep-2021

I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free. Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions. The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too. On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places. I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace. If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Paul Kelly (Google Reviewer)

TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9...

26-Feb-2023

TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9 day tour of Morocco visiting many main cities and places of interest. The coach was very comfortable and we felt safe with the driver Suliman. The guide was Hicham Touraouine and he was fantastic. He spoke perfect English as well as French, Arabic and Berber. He was so kind and considerate and made a good tour great. We particularly enjoyed ‘glamming in the Sahara Desert. So much to see and do and great food and company. We would definitely use On The Go Tours again, especially if Hicham was the guide. Paul & Penny

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)

Terrible tour of India. For...

27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)

I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

1 Select your preferred date

Oct
2024 Nov
2024 Dec
2024 Jan
2025 Feb
2025 Mar
2025 Apr
2025 May
2025 Jun
2025 Jul
2025 Aug
2025 Sep
2025 Oct
2025 Nov
2025 Dec
2025

Tuesday - Saturday

Oct 22, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Oct 23, 2024 - Oct 27, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Oct 24, 2024 - Oct 28, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Oct 25, 2024 - Oct 29, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Oct 26, 2024 - Oct 30, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Oct 27, 2024 - Oct 31, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Oct 28, 2024 - Nov 01, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Oct 29, 2024 - Nov 02, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Oct 30, 2024 - Nov 03, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Oct 31, 2024 - Nov 04, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Nov 01, 2024 - Nov 05, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Nov 02, 2024 - Nov 06, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Nov 03, 2024 - Nov 07, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Nov 04, 2024 - Nov 08, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Nov 05, 2024 - Nov 09, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Nov 06, 2024 - Nov 10, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Nov 07, 2024 - Nov 11, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Nov 08, 2024 - Nov 12, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Nov 09, 2024 - Nov 13, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Nov 10, 2024 - Nov 14, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Nov 11, 2024 - Nov 15, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Nov 12, 2024 - Nov 16, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Nov 13, 2024 - Nov 17, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Nov 14, 2024 - Nov 18, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Nov 15, 2024 - Nov 19, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Nov 16, 2024 - Nov 20, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Nov 17, 2024 - Nov 21, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Nov 18, 2024 - Nov 22, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Nov 19, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Nov 20, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Nov 21, 2024 - Nov 25, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Nov 22, 2024 - Nov 26, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Nov 23, 2024 - Nov 27, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Nov 24, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Nov 25, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Nov 26, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Nov 27, 2024 - Dec 01, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Nov 28, 2024 - Dec 02, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 03, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Nov 30, 2024 - Dec 04, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Dec 01, 2024 - Dec 05, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Dec 02, 2024 - Dec 06, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Dec 03, 2024 - Dec 07, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Dec 04, 2024 - Dec 08, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Dec 05, 2024 - Dec 09, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Dec 06, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Dec 07, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Dec 08, 2024 - Dec 12, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Dec 09, 2024 - Dec 13, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Dec 10, 2024 - Dec 14, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Dec 11, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Dec 12, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Dec 13, 2024 - Dec 17, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Dec 14, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Sunday - Thursday

Dec 15, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Monday - Friday

Dec 16, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Tuesday - Saturday

Dec 17, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Wednesday - Sunday

Dec 18, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Dec 19, 2024 - Dec 23, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Friday - Tuesday

Dec 20, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Saturday - Wednesday

Dec 21, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024

~~$485~~ $462

Travel Club discount: -$23

Thursday - Monday

Jan 02, 2025 - Jan 06, 2025

~~$505~~ $481