3-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover Ho Chi Minh City's colonial landmarks and modern history
• 02 Visit the iconic Cu Chi Tunnels and learn about wartime life underground
• 03 Cruise along the Mekong River and experience daily life in the Delta
• 04 Enjoy local Vietnamese cuisine throughout the journey
• 05 Private transportation and guided experiences for a relaxed pace

Experience the highlights of southern Vietnam on this 3-day journey through history, culture, and river life. Explore Ho Chi Minh City's iconic landmarks, gain deeper insight into Vietnam's past at the Cu Chi Tunnels, and slow down in the Mekong Delta with a scenic boat ride through fruit orchards and riverside villages. Ideal for first-time visitors, this well-balanced introduction to southern Vietnam includes private transportation, knowledgeable local guides, comfortable accommodation, and authentic local meals.

Explore the underground tunnel network while your guide shares stories of wartime survival and daily life beneath the ground.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities My Tho, Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City and Heritage Discovery

• Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, meet your guide and driver for your transfer to the city center. Early check-in is subject to hotel availability.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your afternoon city tour. Visit the Independence Palace, then stop outside Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office while learning about Saigon's colonial past and modern transformation. Continue to the War Remnants Museum for a deeper understanding of the Vietnam War and its impact.
• Dinner is served at a local restaurant.
• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

2

Day 02

Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Excursion

• After breakfast, depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels. Explore the underground tunnel network while your guide shares stories of wartime survival and daily life beneath the ground.
• Continue to My Tho in the Mekong Delta for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat trip along the Mekong River, visiting fruit orchards and small local workshops, and tasting seasonal tropical fruits.
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.
• Evening free at leisure.
• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

3

Day 03

Departure from Ho Chi Minh City

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation until your transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private airport pick-up and drop-off
• Private transportation throughout the tour
• English-speaking local tour guide
• 2 nights' accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City (standard hotel)
• Meals as mentioned
• Entrance fees to all listed attractions
• Mekong Delta boat trip
• Bottled water during sightseeing

What's Not Included

• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips for the guide and driver (optional)
• Meals and drinks not mentioned

What to bring

• Your travel passport (with at least six months' validity and two empty pages)
• Vietnam visa (if required to enter Vietnam)
• Personal items such as suncream, hats, and shoes

Know before you go

• Please ensure your passport is valid for at least six months before your entry date.
• Hotel standard check-in and check-out times are 2:00 pm and 12:00 pm, respectively. Early check-in or late check-out depends on room availability.
• The sightseeing order might be changed slightly to work best for your trip. Please be assured that all listed places will still be covered.
• When you book the trip with us, please note any special requests, anniversaries, and food allergies so we can arrange them in advance.
• The currently included hotels are 3-star properties. If you wish to upgrade to a higher category, please leave us a note upon booking, and we will get back to you soon.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Tour start

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.