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Exploring Vietnam Holidays

Southern Comfort

This tour takes in the highlights of south Vietnam – from the bright lights of Saigon and the underground tunnels of the Vietnam War to the mighty Mekong Delta, where you will stay at a beautiful boutique river side lodge before unwinding on a tropical island at a pretty beach resort; the south has so much to offer. This tour is ideal from the end of October to early May.

Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Set down in Saigon

Welcome to the modern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon). We have not planned anything for you today so you can relax at leisure but do look at our favourite rooftop bars in your Fleewinter travel app – perfect way to soak up the city on your first day. Your new address in Saigon is the fantastic Alagon d’Antique hotel in downtown district one (deluxe window room).

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Day 2 - City Highlights & Foodie motorbike tour

This morning we will show you the best of Saigon – from the war history to architectural masterpieces like the cathedral and Central Post office, it’s the perfect overview with time to sink your teeth into the parts that interest you the most. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure before taking a fun foodie motorbike tour through the streets of Saigon this evening, stopping at our favourite haunts to sample some of the city’s finest cuisine on offer, culminating with a street side barbecue.

Day 3 - Explore the underground war tunnels

This morning you will be take a speedboat to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, more than 200 km of tunnels were built here by the Vietnamese guerrillas, where they lived and fought during the American War. You can explore the bedrooms, meeting rooms, air-raid shelters, smokeless kitchens, and experience a unique underground world. The best bit? Not only to you travel in speedboat to avoid the city traffic but you arrive before all the other tourists! Afternoon is free at lesiure.

Day 4 - Explore the Mighty Mekong

Set off for the Mekong Delta by private vehicle this morning, which will take up to four hours. Once arriving at the mighty Mekong, check into your delightful riverside boutique hotel. Then board a traditional motor boat and explore the nearby Unicorn Island, where you will take a small rowing boat through an exotic fruit tree plantation and a typical garden in a private home. We love this tour almost as much as we love the Island Lodge.

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Day 5 - Life from the riverside

This morning’s adventures in the Mekong, which are designed to try and get you off the main tourist trail, will let you discover the local area by boat boat and bicycles. Through coconut plantations, fish farms and small communities, your local guide will show you the very best of the Mekong. Choose from 6km, 8km or 13km and discuss difficulty levels before setting off – there is something for everyone! Return to the lodge.

Day 6 - Kick back on a tropical island

This morning you will take a short 45-minute flight to the tropical island of Phu Quoc. The long sandy beach of appropriately named Long Beach on the island is one of the finest in Vietnam and you are in a wonderful position at Cassia Cottages – not too busy but lots of lovely little restaurants on the beach that are lit by lanterns and candles at night. It is the perfect to unwind and spend the last few days of your holiday (modern premium room).

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Days 7- 10 - Relaxing on the beach

Enjoy four full days at the beach relaxing and soaking up the sea, salt and sand. Cassia has a fantastic restaurant so you may not wish to stray too far but there are plenty of other lovely dining options and bars around. You can also explore some of the island’s lesser visited beaches if you wish to explore or head to the island’s bustling capital with its night market.

Day 11 - Bon voyage

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and kiss goodbye to the pretty sands of Phu Quoc. You will be driven back to the island airport for your flight to Hoi Chi Minh City, where you can catch your international flight home. Safe travels!

DETAILS: -

This itinerary costs from £1,680 per person B&B based on 2 sharing and including all private transfers but not international flights.

You can get flights from as little as £500 per person return and do ask us for advice. Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.

What's included?

INCLUDED:
  • Prices start from £1,680 per person
  • Accommodation on B&B basis
  • 2 internal flights included per person
  • Private transfers (air-conditioned vehicle)
  • All entrance fees with service of English speaking guide for excursions
  • Local taxes
  • All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
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Mai Chau & Pu Bin
This glorious rural corner of the country offers a mountainous landscape full of rice paddies, greenery and tribal groups. We love it because it's a bit more off the beaten track than the more popular Sapa area and have even established our very wooden stilt homestay in a local community. This is the place to head for hiking, cycling and just observing a more simple life. More
Sapa
The ultimate mountain retreat in Vietnam - Sapa is a night train away from the capital, Hanoi. Those who venture here are rewarded with the image of colourful tribal groups set against a backdrop of green mountains and terraced rice paddies. Some of the most beautiful scenery of Vietnam is on offer - although the tourist traffic can be high in peak season. More
Halong Bay
The must-see attraction of Vietnam: Hundreds of islets pierce through the waters of an emerald green bay. We have a fabulous selection of one and two-night cruises on offer, which are without a doubt the best way to see this area of outstanding beauty. More
Ninh Binh
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Hue
The old imperial capital - this is the place to head for an insight in the ancient kings and dynasties of Vietnam. Set on the banks of the idyllic Perfume River, you can explore magnificent royal tombs of Kings gone by and the old Imperial Palace (that despite suffering in the American war is still well worth a visit). And we have discovered a fabulous selection of hideaway resorts. More
Hoi An
This is the place that has it all; arguably the best architecture, cuisine, shopping (tailors aplenty) and beaches of all of Vietnam. Most who make it here never want to leave - this Unesco World Heritage town is full of fabulous old Japanese merchants homes, French colonial homes and classic Vietnamese styles. Pick up a bike and explore on two wheels. More
Nha Trang
Home to some of our favourite beach resorts in all of Vietnam, Nha Trang offers a little piece of Paradise on the coast of Vietnam. The town itself lacks a little inspiration but if you're looking for sand, sun and luxury then look no further. More
Mui Ne
Sun, surf and sand, oh my! This lovely little fishing-cum-beach town has a plethora of fabulous resorts and boutique hotels. World renowned for kite surfing and waterspouts, Mui Ne is a great beach destination. More
Dalat
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Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
The mad, modern metropolis of Vietnam is alive with the sound of a thousand motorbikes. Officially named Ho Chi Minh City but affectionately know as Saigon by the locals, this city is fun and fast paced. It's the ideal base from which to explore the infamous tunnels of the Vietnam War where guerrillas and there families lived for many years. More
Mekong Delta
This enormous waterway of canals, streams and rivers is a lifeline for the locals - and people watching is perhaps the best activity of all on the Mekong Delta. Get up early for the floating markets or perhaps watch it lazily with a beer in hand from the sun deck on one of our cruises. More
Phu Quoc Island
Attention all beach lovers! This is the penultimate beach destination in all of Vietnam. Whether you are taken by its serenely calm waters, long sandy beach or cute cottage-like accommodation, Phu Quoc is stealing hearts across the world. We especially love it after sunset when lanterns and candles are lit on tables along the beach. In fact, we can't think of a more perfect setting for a seafood feast, while digging your toes into the sand. More
Con Dao Islands
If the budget can stretch to it, the Con Dao islands offer one of the most luxurious and beautiful beach experiences in Vietnam. Leave the rest of the world behind you when you enter Six Senses Con Dao, which feels like an ultimate private-island getaway. More

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