Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta - 4 days

Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta - 4 days

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Tour Overview

Discover the vibrant culture and history of Vietnam on this 4-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta. Begin your adventure in the bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Saigon Central Post Office. Dive into the lively atmosphere of Ben Thanh Market and enjoy the vibrant nightlife of Pho Tay District. Journey to the picturesque Mekong Delta, where you'll explore the waterways and visit local cottage industries in Ben Tre. Experience the charm of the countryside with a motor cart ride and savor a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch with a local family. This small group tour includes daily breakfasts, one lunch, airport arrival transfer, and guided sightseeing with local English-speaking guides, ensuring a memorable and immersive experience in Vietnam. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Saigon - Explore what is now known as Ho Chi Minh City, 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, perfect for souvenirs

  • Pho Tay District - Stroll through the bright lights and fun nights with street side cafes and bars

  • The Mekong Delta - Explore the scenic waterways on board a riverboat and visit local cottage industries

  • Ben Tre - Explore the countryside with a scenic motor cart ride, followed by a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch with a local family

Itinerary

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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. ...more ...less

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

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

  • Daily breakfasts & 1 lunch

    Enjoy daily breakfasts and one lunch during your tour.

  • Airport arrival transfer on day 1

    Receive a convenient airport arrival transfer on the first day of your tour.

  • 3 nights 3 star hotel

    Stay for 3 nights in a 3-star hotel, with options to upgrade to 4 or 5-star hotels.

  • 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 in private air-conditioned vehicles.

  • Entrance fees to all included sites

    Entrance fees to all included sites are covered in the tour package.

  • Guided sightseeing - Ho Chi Minh City and Mekong Delta

    Enjoy guided sightseeing tours in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta.

  • Mekong Delta row boat cruise

    Experience a scenic row boat cruise in the Mekong Delta.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

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

  • Tipping - An entirely personal gesture

    Tipping is not included and is considered a personal gesture.

  • Departure airport transfer

    Departure airport transfer is not included in the tour package.

Age Policy

5yrs accompanied by an adult. 

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation, including an airport arrival transfer on day 1.

Accommodation

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

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Daily breakfasts and one lunch are included in the tour package.

  • Is airport transfer included in the tour?

    An airport arrival transfer is included on day 1 of the tour. However, departure airport transfer is not included.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

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

  • Will there be a guide during the sightseeing tours?

    Yes, local English-speaking guides will be available for all included sightseeing activities.

  • What activities are included in the Mekong Delta visit?

    The Mekong Delta visit includes exploring local culture in Ben Tre, visiting a traditional brickwork factory, workshops for coconut products and sleep mats, a motor cart ride through rice fields, a home-cooked Vietnamese lunch with a local family, and a rowboat cruise along palm-fringed creeks.

  • 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 ...more ...less

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. ...more ...less

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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. ...more ...less

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. ...more ...less

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare ...more ...less

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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 ...more ...less

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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. ...more ...less

Book with Confidence

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    On The Go Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform on the go tours, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta - 4 days

4 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:

5-

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

River Cruise, Small Group

Interests:

Cultural, History

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