12 days tour

Saigon And Bangkok Explorer (End Phuket, 12 Days)

This tour includes:

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Meals

1 Welcome Reception (WR) 11 Breakfast (B) 1 Be My Guest (BMG) 2 Regional Dinner (RD) 3 Lunch (L) 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Accommodation

Sofitel Saigon Plaza Shangri-La SAii Laguna Phuket

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your clientโ€™s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Others

Ho Chi Minh City: Visit an organic farm, where you'll join a local family for an exclusive Be My Guest lunch and learn about the benefits of natural medicine. Ho Chi Minh City: Make a wish the traditional way at the Thien Hau Pagoda. Ho Chi Minh City: Embark on a walking tour of Chinatown and learn how herbs are combined for traditional therapies. Bangkok: Visit a local community which produces Thai silk for Jim Thompson's factory. Bangkok: Visit a food market with your culinary host and shop for local produce, which you will use to prepare some authentic Thai dishes. Bangkok: Visit the Mae Klong railway market to see how the stalls are removed and replaced at lightning speed to make way for passing trains. Ho Chi Minh City: Enjoy the sights of the French colonial-era buildings and even a former CIA residential block as you partake in a walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City: Gain insight into a difficult period of Vietnam's history as you join a Vet Cong veteran for a visit to the Cu Chi tunnels, developped to protect Viet Cong guerillas. Bangkok: Begin your city tour by visiting Bangkok's Grand Palace, home to the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand, Wat Phra Kaew. Continue your exploration of the city and its renowned landmarks. : Leave the city behind as you venture into the Thai countryside. Meet a Local Specialist and delve into the daily customs and local culture of rural Thailand. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market: Visit the famous floating market at Damnoen Saduak and paddle along the canals laden with fresh produce to sell. Phuket: Discover the rich trading history of Phuket and embark on a walking tour around the island. Visit the fresh food markets and the amulet market, where you will learn about the magical properties of this metal charm. Ho Chi Minh City: Visit the HCMC Blind Center to learn about the great work they do and enjoy a musical performance put on by the children who study music there. : Explore Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok and Phuket Town : Visit the War Remnants Museum, Chinatown and the Cu Chi Tunnels in and around Ho Chi Minh City and the Grand Palace, Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan, Jim Thompson's House, Mae Klong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in and around Bangkok and Baan Chinpracha and Thai Hua Museum in Phuket : View the Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office and Reunification Palace in Ho Chi Minh City : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : Optional Experiences and free time : Flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok and Bangkok to Phuket An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Optional Experiences and free time Flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok and Bangkok to Phuket

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Others

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Saigon And Bangkok Explorer (End Phuket, 12 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Say Hello To Ho Chi Minh City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Say Hello To Ho Chi Minh City

      The scents of jasmine and steady hoots from Ho Chi Minhโ€™s busy streets are never far as you embark on an intoxicating adventure incorporating two of South East Asiaโ€™s most exciting cities. Upon arrival in Vietnamโ€™s largest city, formerly known as Saigon, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day recovering from your journey, or get a small taste of whatโ€™s in store on your own. Later this evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception with drinks and local appetizers.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Explore Ho Chi Minh City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Explore Ho Chi Minh City

      Ho Chi Minhโ€™s colonial past is revealed this morning during a leisurely walking tour through its grand boulevards. Admire the elegant French colonial-era buildings and high-end boutiques that dot Dong Khoi Street and see the splendidly restored exteriors of the Opera House. Your next stop is the former CIA residential block where helicopters frantically evacuated the remaining US citizens in 1975 as tanks fast approached the city. Continue your walk with views of Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed from materials imported from France. Then, head across the square to visit the 19th century Central Post Office, an elegant French colonial structure transporting you back to a time when the city was a key player in Indochina. Travel by coach to the Reunification Palace for a visit to the former headquarters of the Saigon Government and then on to the War Remnants Museum to gain a perspective of the war through the eyes of the Vietnamese. After a day of sightseeing, return to your hotel for an afternoon at leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience to delve into Saigon's art scene, learning from a museum curator and a local artist.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Visit The Cu Chi Tunnels Connect With Locals Make Travel Matter
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Visit The Cu Chi Tunnels Connect With Locals Make Travel Matter

      Start your day with a journey by speedboat along the Saigon River to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. As you leave the city behind, glimpse the changing faces of Vietnam โ€“ from the glittering skyscrapers and busy commercial centers to the green paddy fields and tiny villages that skirt the river banks. Descend into an underground world of subterfuge and hardship, learning how the Vietcong guerrilla fighters used these impossibly narrow and dark tunnels as communication routes, storage facilities for food and weapon caches, as well as hospitals and living quarters throughout the war. Connect With Locals next, visiting an organic farm to learn about the benefits of natural medicine made from the local organic vegetables, herbs, spices and mushrooms. Wander through the lush green fields before joining the family in their home for an exclusive Be My Guest lunch. Over some of their favorite family dishes, exchange stories and gain insights into how their business is providing a livelihood for many local farmers. Next, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERยฎ Experience visit to the HCMC Blind Center where children gather together to learn how to play music and use the computer under the guidance of volunteers. The Center was founded by blind musician Mr. Dao Khanh Truong who spent most of his life caring for and teaching the children life skills and music. Later, return to Ho Chi Minh City for a free evening and perhaps choose to see an optional show, or maybe visit one of the rooftop bars for which the city is famous, gaining a birdโ€™s eye view of the pulsating streets below.

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Tour leaving from Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is the largest city in Vietnam. It is famous for its vibrant urban life, delicious street food, and rich history. The city offers a unique blend of French colonial architecture and modern skyscrapers. Ho Chi Minh City is an exciting destination for culture, history, and food enthusiasts.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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