South Lao Unforgettable Tour 3 Days 2 Nights

Overview

South Vietnam is a captivating destination in Vietnam that offers a diverse cultural experience. Whether you're interested in exploring famous historical sites, immersing yourself in bustling floating markets, or seeking tranquility in the countryside of the Mekong Delta, this region has something to offer every type of visitor.

  • Mekong Delta Exploration: Journey to Ben Tre and Can Tho, discovering the ancient Cai Rang floating market and immersing in Mekong River life.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Saigon - Ben Tre - Cho Lach (D) (Dinner) September 19, 2024

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Day 1: Saigon - Ben Tre - Cho Lach (D) (Dinner)

Picked up by guide and driver and head towards Ben Tre, known as the "coconut kingdom." In the southern part of the city, board a boat for a cruise along the Ben Tre River, one of the branches of the Mekong. This journey will take you to a fascinating traditional brick factory and workshops where mats and coconut candies are made.

Indulge in a tropical fruit tasting session in an orchard before boarding a small rowing boat. Continue this river excursion through the heart of the arroyos, lined with water coconut trees.

The day concludes as you arrive at the rural lodge, "Jardin du Mekong" and settle into your room.

In the evening, prepare with the family a famous regional dish of Southern Vietnam called "Banh Xeo", which are rice flour pancakes filled with shrimp and aromatic herbs. After dinner, enjoy a pleasant foot massage offered by the village youth.

Overnight at "Jardin du Mekong".

Day 2: Cho Lach - Sa Dec - Can Tho (B) (Breakfast) September 20, 2024

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Day 2: Cho Lach - Sa Dec - Can Tho (B) (Breakfast)

In the morning, embark on a 2-hour bicycle exploration of the surrounding countryside, adorned with lush vegetation. Along the way, encounter locals working in orchards and witness everyday life scenes in the Mekong Delta.

Next, we head to the bonsai village of Cai Mon, located on the south bank of the Ham Luong River, where we will spend approximately an hour.

Crossing a public ferry, we continue towards Sa Dec, a city where the writer Marguerite Duras spent part of her childhood and found inspiration for her novel "The Lover," some parts of which were also filmed here. Discover the historical house of Huynh Thuy Le and the Kien An Cung Pagoda located along the canal.

Afterwards, we proceed towards Can Tho. Upon arrival in Can Tho, enjoy dinner at your leisure and spend the night at the hotel in Can Tho.

Day 3: Can Tho - Cai Rang Market - Saigon (B, L) (Breakfast, Lunch) September 21, 2024

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Day 3: Can Tho - Cai Rang Market - Saigon (B, L) (Breakfast, Lunch)

Early in the morning, transfer by motorboat (approximately 30 minutes) to the bustling Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest and liveliest floating market on the Mekong. Witness a spectacular sight of boats loaded with various fruits, barges carrying agricultural products, vegetables, flowers, and even "restaurant sampans" offering meals, tea, coffee, and "bazars sampans" selling candies, beauty products, hardware, and more. The boats advertise their products on long bamboo poles where the items for sale are suspended (watermelon, tomato, pineapple, cabbage, coconut, etc.).

After the visit, return to the Can Tho pier and continue the journey back to Saigon by vehicle. Thanks to the recent construction of the Can Tho Bridge by the Japanese and the Vinh Long Bridge by the Australians, there is no longer a need for ferry crossings on the return route. Enjoy lunch at a popular Pho restaurant before arriving in Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known as Saigon, named after the river that flows through Cho Lon.

Overnight at your own hotel in Saigon.

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Important noted

Trip Inclusion

  • Accommodation in a double or twin room with daily breakfast.
  • Overnight cruise on board a shared good-quality boat in Halong Bay (private boat upon request).
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
  • English-speaking guide during all tours.
  • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Lunch or dinner as specified in the itinerary.
  • Water & cool towels.
  • Government taxes & service charge.

Trip Exclusions

  • International airfare and departure taxes.
  • Drinks and meals not mentioned.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks, tips… etc.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Vietnam Visa (If you are not exempt from the visa).
  • All other services not specified in the itinerary.

NOTES

  • Domestic flights: We quote separately and can book for you without fees.
  • Surcharged for Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December if any.
  • Surcharged for Public holidays (30/4-1/5, Lunar New Year).
  • The timing of check-in and check-out at the hotels: Check-in at 14:00, check-out at 12:00. (Early check-in/late check-out is upon your request).
  • A single supplement is required if you are traveling alone.
  • The triple room is possible upon your request.

Thing To Carry

  • All customers participating in the tour must have a passport and identification document when leaving the country.
  • Backpack, toiletry bag, sunscreen/cap, water bottles, camera(optional), extra pair of clothes, personal medication, track pants and cotton T-shirt, sweater/ Warm jackets for the night.
  • Dry fruits, energy bar, chocolates, torch per person with extra batteries, moov spray, dettol solution or salt to avoid leeches, sports shoes or trekking shoes or comfortable shoes with good grip, personal hygiene items: medicine, face towel, shower gel, brush, toothpaste,...

Cancellation Policy

DEPOSIT 50% TOUR PRICE WHEN SIGNING UP. PAY THE REMAINING AMOUNT 10 DAYS BEFORE START DATE.

* In case of tour cancellation: (Tour cancellation time is calculated by working days, excluding Saturday, Sunday and public holidays and New Year).

- After the deposit, if you cancel the tour, the company will not refund the deposit.

- If you cancel or change the tour within 20 - 29 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 70% of the tour price.

- If you cancel or change the tour within 10 - 19 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 90% of the tour price.

- If you cancel or change the tour 9 working days before the departure date, please pay the fee of: 100% of the tour value.

* Note:

- Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months from the date of return.

- In case there is a suspected case of Covid-19 infection or infection in the group, customers comply with the regulations on isolation and treatment in the host country and are responsible for coordinating with the tour agency and local medical center at the destination to carry out testing, isolation/treatment measures as prescribed.

- If you are a foreigner or overseas Vietnamese, please bring all your passports (bring both passports in case you have 2 citizenships), and Vietnamese visa (attached to your passport or separate sheet) while on tour.

- Please follow according to the tour program, do not separate from the group. If there is a need to separate from the group, please notify the consultant when registering for the tour for more information and additional costs (if any).

- Customers aged 70 years or older require a health certificate to travel abroad from a doctor and must be accompanied by a relative under 60 years old (healthy). Guests over 75 years old, please pay a premium insurance (the fee varies depending on the tour).

- The program may change depending on the flight situation, the hotel in at the site will be officially confirmed on the day of the group meeting, 2-3 days before the departure date. The attractions may not be in the order in the program. During the peak weeks in the site, the hotel may not be in the central area but still ensure the hotel standard according to the program.

Refund Policy

– In case of cancellation of the tour right after registration until 10 days before the departure date, you will be subject to a 30% penalty on the travel fare.

– In case of cancellation of the tour within 5-10 days before the departure date, you will be charged 50% of the travel fare.

– In case of cancellation of the tour within 3-5 days before the departure date, you will be charged 75% of the travel fare.

– If you cancel the tour within 0 – 3 days before the departure date, you will be charged 100% of the travel fare.

Note:

– In case of tour cancellation due to objective incidents such as natural disasters, epidemics, postponement and cancellation of transportations service... Tourist will not be responsible for any additional compensation other than refund tour fee.

– Above is the maximum cancellation penalty, this cost can be reduced depending on the conditions of each service provider for Tourist.

– The tour cancellation time is calculated for working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays and New Year.

If the travel program is canceled or changed by either party due to a force majeure reason (fire, weather, accident, natural disaster, war, delay and cancellation of the public transport plus…), the two parties will not bear any obligation to compensate for the loss that has occurred and not bear any liability. However, each party is responsible for trying its best to help the aggrieved party to minimize losses caused by force majeure.

Children Policy

- Children under 2 years old: 30% of adult price (baby sharing bed with parents).

- Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 90% of adult price (kid sharing bed with parents) / 100% of adult price (kid has their own bed).

- Children from 12 years old and up: 100% of the adult price.

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