5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS SOUTH OF VIETNAM - A BUDDHIST JOURNEY

5 days 4 nights

Private tour

Hochiminh – Hue Nghiem Pagoda – Tay Ninh (Ba Den Mountain & Ba Den Pagoda) – China Town – Viet Nam Quoc Tu – Vinh Nghiem Pagoda – Hochiminh – Ben Tre (Mekong Delta) – Hochiminh

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Highlights

DAY 1: HOCHIMINH – ARRIVAL (L)
DAY 2: HOCHIMINH – TAY NINH (BA DEN MOUNTAIN & BA DEN PAGODA) – HOCHIMINH (B/L)
DAY 3: HOCHIMINH – CHINA TOWN – VIET NAM QUOC TU – VINH NGHIEM PAGODA (B/L)
DAY 4: HOCHIMINH – BEN TRE (MEKONG DELTA) – HOCHIMINH (B/L)
DAY 5: HOCHIMINH – DEPARTURE (B)

Itinerary

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All guests are warmly welcomed upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport by our local guide then transfer to lunch at local restaurant

After lunch, you will visit Hue Nghiem Pagoda. Nestled in the heart of Thu Duc City, Hue Nghiem Pagoda is a hidden gem and one of southern Vietnam’s most stunning Buddhist sanctuaries. With its graceful wooden architecture, serene lotus ponds, and lush gardens, the pagoda offers a tranquil escape from the city’s bustle. Visitors are captivated by its majestic main hall and exquisite Buddha statues, making it not only a spiritual haven but also a feast for the senses.

Then you will transfer to hotel and take rest. Overnight in Hochiminh City.

Hochiminh City to Ba Den Mountain (Tay Ninh): 97km ~ 3 hrs drive After breakfast, our driver & tour guide will pick you up at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and depart for Tay Ninh. After about 3 hours, you will arrive at Ba Den Mountain – the highest mountain in Southern Vietnam at 986 meters. You will take the cable car to the mountain top, visit the sacred Ba Den Pagoda, explore cave temples, admire Buddha statues, and enjoy the fresh air along with the magnificent natural scenery. Buffet lunch at local restaurant In the afternoon, continue exploring the summit area where you can admire a panoramic view of Tay Ninh city and the Cambodian border from above. Then you will depart back to Ho Chi Minh City, ending a meaningful and memorable trip. Overnight in Hochiminh City. Afterward, you will check in hotel and relax. Overnight in Hochiminh

After breakfast at the hotel, you will transfer to the bustling Cho lon (Chinatown) to visit Van Phat Pagoda also known as the Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas, is a hidden spiritual gem in Ho Chi Minh City. Located in District 5, this Chinese-style temple is renowned for its stunning interior, adorned with thousands of golden Buddha statues covering the walls from floor to ceiling. The pagoda offers a peaceful escape from the city’s bustle, inviting visitors to admire its ornate altars, symbolic decorations, and quiet reverence. Though lesser-known than other temples, Van Phat Pagoda is a must-visit for those seeking serenity and cultural depth. Next, you will visit Thien Hau pagoda, one of the oldest pagodas of the Chinese in the area. Lunch at local restaurant Afternoon you will visit Vietnam National Pagoda (Quoc Tu Pagoda) - located in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, this is a key Buddhist center and headquarters of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha. Built in 1964, it features a grand main hall and a distinctive seven-story tower, serving as both a place of worship and a cultural landmark. Tour continues to visit Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is a famous Buddhist temple built in the 1960s, combining Vietnamese and Japanese architectural styles. Its highlight is the seven-story Quan Âm Tower, the first of its kind in Vietnam. The pagoda is a peaceful spiritual site where visitors can admire large Buddha statues and join in traditional ceremonies. At the end of the day, you will explore Ben Thanh Market the city’s most iconic market, where you can shop for handicrafts, textiles, souvenirs, and sample delicious local street food before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Hochiminh

After breakfast, you will meet our local guide at hotel lobby and transfer to Ben Tre – the heart of Mekong Delta. Around 10:00 arrive at meeting point and take a short walk through a local village to enjoy the landscape of local houses and gardens. Upon reaching the local pier board your day cruiser. Enjoy the river views as you cruise through the smaller tributaries of Ben Tre province (cruise time approx. 30 minutes). Dock at “Bao Island” and disembark your Cruise to visit Coconut Garden and drink fresh coconut at here. Return to your cruise and head down the river to another visit - a local coconut processing operation. From here, you will start a Bicycle trip around Huu Dinh village (approx. 4 kilometers). Then you will stop at a brick-making factory, where the locals still use centuries-old traditional methods to make the bricks by hand. After your visit, Cruises will transfer you to the orther side of the river to taking a rowing sampan. Our team will paddle you through the maze of small canals to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of Ben Tre province. After about 15 minutes, we will arrive at the local house of Mrs. Huong. Her family lives on fishing, shrimp trapping and farming. Enjoy the tropical fruits and honey tea in her garden before getting on a tri-motor cycle (xe loi). Enjoy the narrow village roads that navigate through the lush greenery and coconut palm trees. After finishing the Xe Loi ride, return to your day cruiser as we will take you to Mango home restaurant to enjoy your 5-course lunch After your lunch, freshen up before getting on a tri-motor cycle (xe loi) and riding 500m on village roads past green gardens and local houses. First is Mr. Ba Tài’s house to learn the fascinating process of rice wine making. Lastly, a memorable visit to Mr. Sau Tuong, a former Vietcong soldier who survived two years fighting the Khmer Rouge in Phnom Penh. Today, he and his wife live on making rice paper which is the most famous specialty of My Long village. Have a chat with him and enjoy the crispy rice paper made by his wife and see how it is made. 15:30 After the visit, walk to the main road where your car will be ready to take you back to Hochiminh City. Overnight in Hochiminh City

Enjoy your day at leisure until it's time for your transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your international flight back home. We hope you had an unforgettable holiday with us. Safe travel!

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Policy

CHILD POLICY & NOTES:
Infant below 2 years old sharing same room with parents is free of charge.
Child below 12 yrs old sharing same room with 1 ADL is charged for 90%.
Child below 12 yrs old with extra bed and sharing same room with parents is charged for 65%.
Child below 12 yrs old No extra bed & sharing same room with parents is charged for 55%
Group tour of full paying 15pax, one (01) tour leader is given complimentary on twin sharing basis include breakfast (domestic air ticket is not applicable) – Maximum 2 FOC

CAR USE POLICY:
•    1 pax - 2 pax: car 7 seats
•    From 3 – 6 pax: car 16 seats
•    From 7 – 10 pax: car 24 – 29 seats
•    From 11 – 19 pax: car 35 seats
•    From 20 – 45 pax: car 45 seats

NOTES:
The itinerary can be flexible base on your arrival flight schedule; some sites can be visited

Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather conditions, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability, local or religious festivals, unforeseen circumstances, the sequence of itinerary may need to be changed or alternative sites substituted at short notice, some sites can be visited today to have more time at sites or adding some other sites in the next day (with small surcharge).

Some programs may alter due to local conditions, the size of the group and other unexpected circumstances. We will do our very best to adhere to the set itinerary, however we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. In all such circumstances, the guide will have the final say.

Standard Hotel Check in time: 2:00pm – 3:00 pm (local time)
Standard Hotel Check out time: 11:00am-12pm (local time)
A supplement will be added if early check-in or late check-out is desired.

All bank charges to be born by remitter

All hotel rooms are based on the lowest category of room or Run of House, upgrade is subject to supplement

Halong Cruise Itinerary: The Halong cruise itinerary is subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions without prior notice.

Please note that all the above services & tours have not booked yet, they are proposed for your information only and HA Travel will not make any reservations before we receive your confirmation

If one or some of the proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the time of booking, we will try to find other possibilities/options or other similar service(s) in order to avoid changes of the program.

Supplement charge for room rate in peak dates depends on the hotel category used. Compulsory gala dinner on X’mas, New Year’s Eve & Lunar New Year’s Eve to be advised upon booking. Prices for group of 15 persons up in 5 stars hotels sometime requires to re-quote bases on the hotel policy.