We Love —
- Explore the South of Vietnam on this twin centre break, taking you from a bustling city to a blissful beach.
- Begin with 3 nights in Ho Chi Minh City, enjoying daily excursions to historic places like Cu Chi Tunnels and the lush Mekong delta.
- Next we will whisk you away for a 4 or 11 night stay at the beachfront Cliff Resort & Residences, where we've included a complimentary massage to help you really relax.
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Your Destinations —
Located on the Saigon River, Ho Chi Minh City, (or Saigon, as it is still called by locals) is Vietnam's major port and largest city, where wide downtown avenues are flanked by grand colonial architecture, most notably the Notre-Dame Cathedral.
As is the case in so many of southeast Asia's cities, Ho Chi Minh City is an intriguing mix of ancient and modern, where traditional bustling fruit and veg markets exist peaceably alongside blaring traffic horns and high rise offices.
Home to thousands of expats as well as Vietnamese locals, the dining and nightlife scene is lively and welcoming, with plenty of Western or authentic Vietnamese food readily available.
Just a few kilometres from similar beach resort Phan Thiet, Mui Ne is a popular weekend getaway from Ho Chi Minh City, with visitors drawn to its sandy beaches facing the South China Sea.
It is famed for its steady wind conditions (in the dry season) that make it a top destination for windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing and other water sports. This gives the area a laidback, "surfer vibe" , although there are still plenty of upmarket hotels, restaurants and shops to explore.
The soaring sand dunes help protect the area's unique microclimate, so you can expect warm, dry days all year round.
Your Itinerary —
B= Breakfast
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Arrival – 30 minute drive (15km)
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, you will be welcomed by a guide and transferred to your hotel in the city centre to check in (Hotel check-in time: 14:00. Early check-in is not included). Relax after a long journey.
In the evening, we welcome you with an amazing show at Saigon Opera House. Subject to the show availability, you can choose either A O Show – A vivid portrait of Vietnam in urbanization time, painted with unique stage visuals and touch of humor, or My Village – the poetic beauty of Vietnamese village life, recreated using iconic bamboo, breathtaking cirque and exotic live music, or The Mist – the essence of Southern farmer’s life expressed in sensual contemporary dance language.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels (B)
After breakfast, you will travel 70km out of Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi Tunnels, created since 1948 to assist the Viet Minh to combat the French. This is an underground city with living areas, kitchens, storage, weapon shops, field hospitals and command centers. During the Vietnam War the entire area of Cu Chi was designated a fire free zone and was heavily bombarded. From 1988, two sections of the tunnels have been opened for visitors.
In the afternoon, visit the moving War Remnants Museum which presents a partial, but riveting, view of the American War, as it is known in Vietnam. Continue to the Reunification Palace, former residence of the Indochina Governor General and later President of the Republic of Southern Vietnam until the fall of Saigon in April 30, 1975. The day ends with visit to Notre Dame Cathedral and the bustling Ben Thanh Market for shopping.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta (B/L)
After breakfast, it takes only 2 hours pleasant drive to Ben Tre province crossing Rach Mieu bridge. On arrival in Hung Vuong Pier, hop on a motorized boat on Ben Tre River – one of tributaries of Mekong river while sight-seeing lively activities along river as fishing, water transferring. Our first stop is at brick kiln to see how to make bricks traditionally by printing and baking. Continue to visit one of plenty of coconut processing workshops located along canal. Return to the boat and go through natural scissors creeks to a village and see some local houses making sleeping mats and enjoying some fruits.
Take a motorized cart (tuk tuk) or bicycle on shady paths, pass by green rice fields and vegetable plains to be able to touch on real life and find out about tropical culture from peasants. Have lunch at local a riverside restaurant.
After lunch, we take a rowing-boat along beautiful water palm creek before meeting up the motorized boat and transfer you back to the pier. Return to hotel after a memorable day merging in Mekong Delta local living.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet (B) 5 hours drive (215km)
After breakfast at your hotel, you will take 5 – 5.5 hours drive to Phan Thiet, about 200km northeast from Ho Chi Minh City and lies south of Cam Ranh Bay on the southernmost stretch of Central Vietnam. Once part of the Cham Kingdom, it's now a bustling town of about a 100,000 inhabitants.
Northeast of Phan Thiet the coastal road climbs over the slope of a Cham-Tower-topped hill and descends onto the long, sandy crescent of Mui Ne Bay. The formerly little-inhabited beach south of the fishing village of Mui Ne proper has seen some serious development in the last 15 years, and is now a popular tourist resort.
Upon arrival, check in your hotel and be free at leisure. Overnight in Phan Thiet.
We offer you two options: 4 nights on the beach or 11 nights on the beach.
Day 5 to 7 OR day 14: Phan Thiet - Free (B)
You will have either 3 free days or 10 free days on the beach!
Overnight in Phan Thiet.
Day 8 OR day 15: Phan Thiet to Ho Chi Minh City (B) 5 hours drive (215km)
You will be free today until you meet your driver who will take you back to Ho Chi Minh City to connect to your departure flight.
Your Hotels —
Rooms sleep up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Paragon Hotel is located in District 1 - the vibrant commercial & business centre of the city. It is just a a 15 minute walk from Bến Thành Market, and a 10-minute walk from the Notre-Dame, so you;re excellently placed for sightseeing.
The sleek modern rooms offer free wifi and many have spectacular views of the city's skyline including Time Square and Bitexco Tower.
Facilities include an outdoor pool, a gym and spa area and a lounge bar with terrace and live music.
Just for you:
- 1 complimentary 30 minute Head & Shoulder Massage or Body Scrub per person
- 25% discount on Spa and Massages
- 10% discount on Food & Drinks
- Complimentary Wine/Tea/Coffee tasting evening and a discount for cooking class
Green lawns and lovely lakes surround this stylish modern resort, and there's a large outdoor pool facing the ocean.
Leisure facilities include the tranquil Zest Spa, a mini cinema and even a karaoke room! The hotel also offers a range of excursions to explore the local area such as the Mui Ne dunes, Binh Chau hot springs and ancient landmark Cham towers.
The Vista Restaurant overlooks the ocean and serves both International and Vietnamese cuisine.
On The Rock Pool Bar is the ideal place to enjoy a refreshing cocktail or light snack from 09:00 to 19:00.
Your room measures 45m2 and offers a twin/double bed, en suite shower and free wifi.
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy or Business Class flights
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Private transfers included.
Ho Chi Minh Airport to Paragon Hotel: 30 minutes /5 miles
Paragon Hotel to The Cliff resort: 3 hours 40 minutes / 119 miles
The Cliff Resort to Ho CHi Minh Airport : 3 hours 55 minutes/ 122 miles
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A350 operating to Saigon
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- Extra wide cabin with more room
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- Advanced air conditioning
- Business class that transform into horizontal beds
- State-of-the-art entertainment system with wireless in-flight services for your own devices
- Delicious Signature Menus created by famous Finnish chefs