Vietnam

South of Vietnam with Beach Holiday in Vung Tau

Name: South of Vietnam with Beach Holiday in Vung Tau
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This Trip At a Glance

Relax on Vung Tau’s wide beach as the gentle waves and sandy beach make it a peaceful place to unwind. Let the calming sea breeze and beautiful sunset rejuvenate your senses and soul. Go to Vietnam Journeys Group now and book your dream beach getaway!

What Makes This Trip Special

Experience HCMC history with visits to Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum.
Uncover the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, learn about their construction and wartime use, and experience guerilla food.
Admire a 19th-century pagoda with unique architecture, featuring a giant Maitreya Buddha statue.
Choose between cycling through the village to experience local life or relaxing in a hammock.
Swim and relax at Thuy Van Beach.
Enjoy a sampan cruise exploring Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands.
Experience the sacred ambiance of Whale Temple and the religious life of local fishermen.
Stroll through orchards, taste tropical fruits, and experience local folk music.
Belike a local with a hand-rowed sampan ride, visiting family businesses, a honey-bee farm, and a coconut candy workshop.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH ARRIVAL - PRIVATE TRANSFER

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City! Your guide and driver will meet you at the airport to transfer you to your hotel. Please keep in mind the short walk to the airport parking. Rooms available from 02:00 PM. Free afternoon. Meals on your own.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: None
Transfer: Private car

DAY 2: HO CHI MINH HALF DAY CITY TOUR - CU CHI TUNNELS (B/L) - GROUP TOUR

Start the day by visiting the Ho Chi Minh City landmarks. You can view the iconic Independence Palace, which represents reunification, and admire the French colonial styles of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. The War Remnants Museum has a poignant and moving experience as it showcases the effects of Vietnam’s conflicts.

Following a local lunch, you’ll venture to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary example of wartime ingenuity. Discover the underground network, learn how it functioned, and experience the conditions faced by Vietnamese soldiers. You’ll have the opportunity to taste local tea and cassava, and those interested can try their hand at the shooting range before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer

DAY 3: MEKONG DELTA FULL DAY (B/L) - GROUP TOUR

Your Mekong Delta adventure begins as you leave the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh and journey to My Tho, a wonderful town along the Mekong River. First, you’ll visit the historic Vinh Trang pagoda, a beautiful 19th-century site. Then, together, you’ll embark on a delightful sampan cruise, exploring the enchanting islands of Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.

At Unicorn Island, you can stroll along country lanes, explore lush orchards, and savor tropical fruits while enjoying local folk music. A visit to a fruit plantation follows. The next experience is exploring the tranquility of the countryside with a hand-rowed sampan ride through Thoi Son canal, visiting family-run businesses, a honey-bee farm, and a coconut candy workshop. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you can either cycle through Tan Thach village to experience local life or relax in a hammock and enjoy the Delta breeze.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer

DAY 4: DAY TRIP TO VUNG TAU (B/L) - GROUP TOUR

After the hotel pick-up, you head to Vung Tau and have free time at Thuy Van Beach. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, with nearly 10 kilometers of soft sand and white waves. You have a genuine Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you’ll visit famous places such as the Statue of Jesus Christ, Thang Tam Temple, Bach Dinh or Villa Blanche or White Palace, and Cape Nghinh Phong. After a short stop, return to Ho Chi Minh City by 18:00, with your own dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Our Services:

Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Guide: English speaking guide
Transfer: Group transfer

DAY 5: HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE (B)- PRIVATE TRANSFER

Your morning is free until your driver-only transfers to the airport for your departure flight. Please note that room checkout is at 12:00 PM. Meals are independent.

Our Services:

Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Guide: None
Transfer: Private car

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

Accommodation in double/twin sharing with daily breakfast (Standard check-in time: ~14:00 – 15:00, standard check-out time: ~11:00 – 12:00 noon)

Tours and transfers as mentioned by air-conditioned vehicle

Tours and sightseeing as per the itinerary

Shared bus for SIC tours/join in tours

Boat trip(s) as mentioned in the itinerary

Tour guide(s) escort as per the itinerary (English-speaking guides)

Bottles of water on vehicles for tour days and transfers: 2 bottles per person per full day & 1 bottle per person per half day or airport transfer

Meals where mentioned (B: breakfast; L: lunch; D: dinner)

Inclusions

Single supplement for single room

Vietnam e-visa fee at $33/pax/single entry

International & Domestic flights

Surcharge for early check in - Surcharge for late check out

Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tips…)

Travel insurance

Bank transfer fees for payment and taxes (GST, TCS…)

Accommodations

Accommodation is flexible and tailored to your preferences. We’ll suggest suitable options and can adjust upon request.

Traveller Reviews

The team was friendly, professional, and very helpful from start to finish. Everything was well organized, and the tour felt authentic and enjoyable. The local knowledge and personal touch really made a difference.
Highly recommended for anyone traveling in Vietnam! Memories and exciting experiences. I can’t speak highly enough about the service we had..

@Emily

Travel in Vietnam

Dec 2025

I had an amazing experience with this travel company. Mary are very friendly, helpful, and always ready to support customers. The tour was well-organized and everything went smoothly. My family and I were very satisfied with the service. Highly recommended!

@subhayan

Travel in Vietnam

Dec 2025

Perfect trip from Hanoi - Da Nang - Phu Quoc. Mary did a great job before/during and after the trip. I enjoyed it much and thank you so much Mary for her arrangement to help us discover Vietnam for the best. 🤝