Dalat Tour From Ho Chi Minh 7 Days 6 Nights
Duration
7 Days
Departure time
02:00 PM
Departure
Ho Chi Minh
Tour Type
7 days
Overview
Dalat Tour From Ho Chi Minh 7 Days 6 Nights offers the perfect combination of the bustling energy of a big city and the peaceful charm of a dreamy plateau. Departing from Ho Chi Minh City, visitors will explore famous landmarks such as the Cu Chi Tunnels and Independence Palace, experience the unique river life at floating markets, and stroll through villages to learn more about daily life in the Mekong Delta. The journey then continues to the serene city of Da Lat, where the climate is cool year-round, pine forests stretch endlessly, waterfalls cascade majestically, and vibrant flower gardens bloom. This is an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation, a connection with nature, and a taste of unique local specialties.
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Have the opportunity to see the biggest floating market in Can Tho
- Capture a glimpse of the city’s history as you see landmarks such as the Reunification palace, Saigon Notre Dame cathedral…
- Explore local people’s life and culture
- Visit bee farms, and tropical fruits gardens, taste a tasteful cup of authentic honey tea
- Visit Cu Chi tunnels, you’ll have a chance to crawl around a portion of the 121 km long, multiple-layered tunnels
- Visit Da Lat, the city of a thousand flowers, and immerse yourself in its poetic scenery and cool weather
- Check in famous places like Flower Park, Xuan Huong Lake, and Bao Dai Palace
Itinerary
DAY 1: HO CHI MINH AIRPORT – HOTEL (No meals)
We will pick you up at Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh and then transfer you to the hotel.
You are free to enjoy your meals within your own budget.
You are free to explore Ho Chi Minh by yourself.
DAY 2: HO CHI MINH CITY - CU CHI TOUR (B/L)
Take a morning trip to visit the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, built on the site of the former Norodom Palace. The Independence Palace is a well-known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue to explore beautiful French Colonial-era structures, such as Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. Afterward, visit the War Remnants Museum, which houses a vast collection from both the Indochina wars.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Depart for Cu Chi Tunnel; the trip will take approximately one and a half hours by bus. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will receive a short introduction followed by an introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how people survived the harsh conditions during the wartime. Spend your time exploring the remaining area and tunnel systems, including the specially constructed living areas with kitchens and bedrooms, side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers, which helped the people living inside the tunnels, meet their basic needs. Additionally, there are many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purposes during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
There will be a break for relaxation or for those who want to try shooting real guns.
Return to Saigon. End of the trip.
You will have dinner with your own budget.
DAY 3: HO CHI MINH CITY – MEKONG DELTA (B/L)
Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to My Tho. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, which dates back to the late 19th century. Then, board the sampan and cruise down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands.
Stop over at Unicorn Island, go for a walk on the village paths to contemplate orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and listen to Vietnamese folk music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.
Be rowed in a small sampan through the Thoi Son canal and treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside. Visit the family business and bee-keeping farm, enjoy honey tea, and watch the coconut candy workshop.
Have lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a break time.
In the afternoon, you have the option to go cycling around Tan Thach village and meet the local people to experience their daily life in the Mekong Delta. Alternatively, for those who do not want to join the cycling trip, relaxing on hammocks to enjoy the cool breeze is also available.
Then, you will depart for Ho Chi Minh City.
You will have dinner with your own budget. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
DAY 4: HO CHI MINH – DA LAT (B)
You will have breakfast at the hotel and then take a rest there. At around 9:30 AM, you will check out, and our driver will pick you up to transfer you to Tan San Nhat Airport. You will catch flight VN 1382 at 11:05 AM to Da Lat Airport. You will have lunch at your own expense.
Upon arrival at Da Lat Airport at 11:55 AM, our driver will take you to your hotel in Da Lat.
Da Lat is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Lam Dong Province. Dubbed the “City of Thousands of Flowers” because of its beautiful natural scenery and mild, cool climate all year round, this city boasts many beautiful flower species from around the world and within the country. Tourists who visit Da Lat in different seasons will see different types of flowers, each with its own beauty and characteristics.
In the afternoon: You will visit Flower Park, Xuan Huong Lake, and Bao Dai Palace.
You will have dinner with your own budget. You are free to explore Da Lat at night. Overnight in Da Lat.
DAY 5: FREE DAY IN DA LAT (B)
You will have breakfast at the hotel and enjoy a free day to rest and relax. You cover all meals with your own budget. You will stay overnight in Dalat.
We offer several optional activities that you can add to your itinerary if you wish to participate. These programs will incur additional fees.
(VALLEY OF LOVE, LANGBIANG PEAK, CLAY TUNNEL)
DAY 6: DA LAT – HO CHI MINH (B/L)
You will have breakfast at the hotel and then check out. Our driver and tour guide will pick you up for a visit to Linh Phuoc Pagoda, also known as the Bottle Temple, a unique architectural masterpiece constructed from thousands of broken beer bottles and porcelain pieces, creating a distinctive style.
You have lunch at restaurant.
After your lunch, you will visit Datanla Waterfall. Located about 5 km from Da Lat city center, Datanla Waterfall sits along the winding Prenn Pass. It is a must-see attraction within the Datanla tourist area, with a height of 20 meters and abundant water flowing steadily year-round. Unlike roaring rapids, Datanla Waterfall has a more lyrical and romantic beauty.
After your visit, you will take a flight from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh, our driver will take you to the hotel. You will have lunch at your own expense.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
DAY 7: HO CHI MINH (B)
You will have breakfast at the hotel, and then our driver will take you to Ho Chi Minh airport.
Included/Excluded
- Car
- English guide
- Hotels (nights)
- Meals according to the tour program (B: Breakfast, L= Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Boat on Mekong River
- Entrance tickets to the main attractions
- Bottled water/pax/day
- Tax, insurance
- Optional Tour
- Surcharge for single room
- Tipping/ Gratuities
- Incidental costs of optional tour
- Bank fees, account transfer fee
- Early check in and late check out
- Meals that are not specified
- Surcharge for peak season & compulsory dinner on X’mas and New Year’s Eve
- Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, flood), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc
- Domestic flights in the tour
Policy
- Under 2 years old: free (Parents will cover any incurred costs, if applicable)
- Under 1.0m: 50% fee of adult
- From 1.0 m – under 1.4 m: 85% fee of adult
- From 1.4 m and above: 100% fee as adult
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