DEEPER MEKONG DELTA

The ‘rice bowl’ of Vietnam, Mekong delta is carpeted in a dizzying variety of greens. It's a water world that moves to the rhythms of the mighty Mekong, where boats, houses and markets float upon the innumerable rivers and canals. It’s this fertile land which creates the open-mind and generous characters of its inhabitants.

 

Day 1: Saigon – Chau Doc (Lunch, Dinner)

08.00: Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Chau Doc town, in the West of Mekong delta.

11.30: Stop at Long Xuyen for lunch in a local restaurant.Continue to Chau Doc and Tra Su Forest, explore this Forest by sampan to visit this eco-reserve of 850ha, home to more than 100 species of water birds and colonies bats. Say hello to a small village of ethnic Khmer and chat with monks at the local monastery.

17.30: Check-in at Victoria Nui Sam Lodge and free time until dinner in its restaurant. Overnight at Victoria Nui Sam Lodge.

 

Day 2: Chau Doc (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, at about 08:00, transfer to the pier to embarkation on a small boat to discover Vinh Te canal, next stop at Ba Chua Xu Temple and Sam Mountain, climbing the mountain to view the Mekong Delta from its peak. On the way back, the boat brings you visit one of the many floating fish farms. After leaving the fish farm, proceed to the Cham Village (Muslim Village), opportunities to contemplate Cham People’s Culture as well as visit  Cham People’s weave fabric. Then, enjoy a view of Chau Doc Floating Market.

Dinner and overnight at Victoria Nui Sam Lodge.

Day 3: Chau Doc – Saigon (Breakfast, Lunch)

Free time at your lodge. About 9.00 AM, return to Saigon. Feast your eyes on the dizzying variety of greens. You will pass by the water world of the mighty Mekong, where boats, houses and markets float upon the innumerable rivers, canals and streams that criss-cross the landscape like arteries.

12.00    Stop in Sa Dec for lunch in an ancient house or in a local restaurant. Then continue to drive back to Saigon.

Arrive at your hotel at about 17.00(or later, depending on the traffic).

Private tour

2pax 380 US

3-6 pax 300 US

7-10 pax 255 US

Inclusions:

  • Accommodation at selected hotels with daily breakfast;
  • Check-in time is 2.00PM and check-out time is 12.00PM (Early or late service is subject to availability with surcharge);
  • Meals as mentioned;
  • Experienced English speaking guide;
  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by air-conditioned vehicle;
  • Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time;
  • Boat cruises mentioned (group join-in for Halong and Mekong);
  • Service charge and current government VAT tax.

Exclusions:

  • Entry visas and stamp fees;
  • Early/late check in/out service at hotels (surcharge if request);
  • Tips and gratuities;
  • Services and meals if not mentioned in itinerary;
  • Domestic flights as program (economy class);
  • All other drinks not mentioned in the inclusion;
  • Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature;
  • Mineral water, cool tissues on touring days;
  • Travel insurance; 
  • All other expenses not mentioned in the inclusion.
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We will arrange all internal flights used within our holiday itineraries. We can also arrange flights from your location to the destination countries. If you would like a quote for your international flights then please complete the required section on the enquiry form.

  • Visa

You may require a visa to enter Vietnam. Your consultant will be happy to advise you on visa requirements.

  • Passport

Please ensure that you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining after your return date. You will also need at least one blank page for each of the countries you are visiting.

  • Travel Insurance

You will require a comprehensive travel insurance that covers you for medical costs associated with hospitalisation, emergency travel and repatriation back to your home country. We offer our customers a specially discounted insurance policy, ideally suited to the needs that a trip such as this creates. Mention it in the enquiry form and we will send you a quote to suit your needs.

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Only once you are completely happy with any holiday itinerary we create for you will we ask for a payment. In order that we can secure availability for your booking we would typically require a deposit of 20%.

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We care about the places and the communities that you will travel through. It is important to us that we travel as responsibly as possible throughout Asia and that we are giving something back to the regions and the people that make these journeys so special. Full details on our approach to responsible travel can be found on a dedicated section of this website.

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