Ho Chi Minh City & Phu Quoc

Saigon and the delta, then the island

Saigon and the delta, then the island A ready-built creator-led group trip across Vietnam, 6 days / 5 nights. GoExplorer shapes it into a departure under your name, with route, inclusions and logistics handled.

Vietnam · 6 days / 5 nights · Best season: October to April, the dry season across most of the country · Group size: 10–20 guests

Route

Ho Chi Minh City > Mekong Delta > Phu Quoc

Highlights

  • Cu Chi Tunnels, Reunification Palace, old Saigon
  • Mekong Delta day trip to My Tho
  • Fly to Phu Quoc, free time on the island
  • Cable car and four-island boat trip
  • Check-in is from 14:00, and the rest of the day is free to settle in and explore at your own pace

Day by day

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City arrival

On arrival, your private driver transfers you to your hotel. Check-in is from 14:00, and the rest of the day is free to settle in and explore at your own pace.

Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon landmarks

In the morning, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, the vast underground network used during the long struggle for independence. In the afternoon, tour the Reunification Palace, the Eiffel-designed Old Saigon Post Office and the lively Nguyen Hue Walking Street, with time at Ben Thanh Market if the schedule allows.

Day 3: Mekong Delta, My Tho

Drive about 1.5 hours to My Tho. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, then cruise the Tien River past the Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Visit an orchard for seasonal fruit and honey tea with southern folk music, ride a hand-rowed sampan along a coconut-shaded canal, and see a coconut-candy workshop before returning to the city.

Day 4: Fly to Phu Quoc

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Phu Quoc. Your driver meets you on arrival for the transfer to your resort, with the rest of the day free for the beach or pool.

Day 5: Cable car & four islands

Collected around 8:15–8:30, head to An Thoi harbour and board a speedboat to four of southern Phu Quoc's most famous islands. Snorkel the coral reefs off Xuong (Buom) island and Gam Ghi, home to one of the island's largest reef systems. Stop at May Rut Trong island for lunch and beach time in turquoise water, with an optional Seawalker experience available. Take in the views before returning to your resort.

Day 6: Phu Quoc departure

Enjoy free time until your private transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Check-out is at 12:00.

Inclusions

  • Private door-to-door pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking guide as per the itinerary
  • 5 nights hotel and resort accommodation in your chosen tier, with breakfast
  • Mekong Delta river cruise and sampan ride
  • Four-island boat trip with snorkelling on Phu Quoc
  • All entrance fees listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as listed: 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch
  • Bottled water in the vehicle (2 per person per day)
  • Service charges and government tax
  • 24/7 support throughout the trip

Exclusions

  • International and domestic airfares
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not listed in the programme
  • Peak-season or public-holiday surcharges, if any
  • Personal expenses such as drinks, telephone and laundry
  • Vietnam visa fees
  • Tips for your guide and driver