Tailor-Made southern Vietnam trip
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Travel ExpertStarting from:
890 USD
per Adult
Turn your passion for authentic, tailor-made travel into a vibrant entertainment journey through southern Vietnam. From live local music and immersive street food tastings to lively canal scenes, every moment is curated to your tastes.
Choose your pace and highlights, and let us design an intimate experience centered on real people, local celebrations, and unforgettable performances. Ideal for travelers seeking distinctive Vietnam trips, this southern journey delivers stories, flavors, and laughter that feel uniquely your own.
Southern Vietnam trip highlights
- Mekong Delta homestay and private boat: Drift through palm-lined canals on a private sampan, meet local families, and savor home-cooked specialties.
- Saigon hidden-alleys street food experience: Customize a guided walk through bustling alleys, tasting street dishes and discovering off-the-beaten-path markets.
- Cu Chi tunnels private exploration: Explore historic Cu Chi tunnels with a knowledgeable guide.
- Tailor-made itineraries and personal guides: Work with local experts to shape each day.
- Sunset river cruise and countryside cycling: End days with a private sunset cruise or gentle countryside cycle, soaking in rural vistas and genuine village encounters.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City | • Airport arrival and private transfer to the hotel • Time to settle in after the journey • Optional short walk near the hotel • Orientation and local tips from your host • Day at leisure | Ho Chi Minh City |
| 2 | Ho Chi Minh City | • Explore Cholon markets and specialist shops • Visit Thien Hau Pagoda and FITO Museum • Ben Thanh Market visit • Choice of War Remnants or History Museum • Walk past key city landmarks • Evening street food tour by vintage Vespa | Ho Chi Minh City |
| 3 | Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta | • Drive to Cai Be and board the Bassac • Cruise past Cai Be Floating Market • Visit riverside cottage and local producers • Lunch on board near Dong Hoa Hiep Island • Dinner and overnight cruise | On board (Mekong Delta) |
| 4 | Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh City | • Morning visit to Cai Rang Floating Market • Observe river trade and workshops • Return to Ho Chi Minh City • Day at leisure • Evening Saigon street food and music experience | Ho Chi Minh City |
| 5 | Ho Chi Minh City | • Hands-on cooking class at GRAIN by Luke Nguyen • Ingredient selection and chef demonstrations • Prepare and enjoy restaurant-quality dishes • Tasting, dessert, and tea or coffee | — |
Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City
Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and begin your Vietnam travel experience at a relaxed pace. After landing, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel for check-in and time to settle in after your journey.
If you wish, take a short walk nearby to absorb the city’s atmosphere, from street cafés to lively sidewalks. Your local host is available to offer orientation, practical tips, and suggestions tailored to your interests.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure, easing into the rhythm of the city before deeper exploration begins.
Ho Chi Minh City day tour
Begin the day exploring Cholon, walking through its lively markets and specialist shops before visiting Thien Hau Pagoda and the FITO Museum to learn about Vietnam’s traditional medicine heritage. Continue to Ben Thanh Market to sample fresh produce and observe daily trade.
In the afternoon, choose between the War Remnants Museum or the History Museum, then enjoy a relaxed walk past key city landmarks, including the Presidential Palace, City Hall, Dong Khoi Street, the Continental Hotel, the Opera House, and the Central Post Office.
After dark, experience Saigon by vintage Vespa, tasting street snacks, dining at a traditional quan, enjoying local coffee, and finishing the evening at a lively club.
Mekong Delta overnight cruise
Drive about two hours from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be, where you board the Bassac for a leisurely Mekong Delta cruise. Glide past Cai Be Floating Market and visit a riverside cottage to see traditional popping rice, rice paper making, and coconut sweets in production.
Continue cruising toward Dong Hoa Hiep Island, enjoying village scenery and a relaxed lunch on board as you pass through one of the best places to visit in Vietnam for river life and rural culture.
In the evening, dine and spend the night on board. The following morning, cross the Mekong to Cai Rang Floating Market to observe rice barges, wooden shipyards, and fruit drying along the riverbanks before disembarking and returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Saigon by night, street food experience
Enjoy the day at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City before an evening exploration of Saigon by night. After hotel pickup, begin at a local park where residents gather for group dancing, with time to watch or join in.
Continue to a hidden alley known for excellent banh xeo with shrimp and pork, followed by flavorful soups near Tan Dinh Market and com suon non nuong muoi ot, a favorite local specialty.
Cross a lively intersection for dessert and local coffee, then unwind with live music at a cozy café before returning to your hotel.
Cooking with Luke Nguyen
On the final day of your Saigon tour, depart your hotel for a hands-on cooking class at GRAIN by Luke Nguyen, a modern studio dedicated to refined Vietnamese cuisine.
Settle into your fully equipped station with a welcome drink as the chef and team introduce the session, guide ingredient selection, and demonstrate essential sauces step by step. Prepare restaurant-quality dishes, gain insider tips from leading chefs, and conclude with a tasting, dessert, and tea or coffee.
This experience offers a fitting finale to your Saigon journey, while our team remains happy to help extend your Vietnam itinerary with further destinations and ideas tailored to your interests.
