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5-Day Southern Vietnam Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

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5-day tour in Ho Chi Minh City, taking in Accommodation, Explore the beauty of Mekong Delta and Back to Ho Chi Minh City. Run by PLATFORMPOINTS LLC, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Accommodation
  • Back to Ho Chi Minh City
  • Runs 5 days
  • Hotel Accommodation 3/4/5-Star
  • Private airport transfers
  • All entrance and sightseeing fees throughout the trip

5-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $1690 per person
Duration5 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 5-day experience in Ho Chi Minh City, built around Accommodation and Back to Ho Chi Minh City. It is run by PLATFORMPOINTS LLC, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Hotel Accommodation 3/4/5-Star, Private airport transfers, All entrance and sightseeing fees throughout the trip, guides and Tax and service charges. It does not cover Personal expenses and additional shopping throughout regions, Tips for guides and drivers and Return airfares from your country to Vietnam and visa, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

PLATFORMPOINTS LLC sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with PLATFORMPOINTS LLC before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City — Vietnam's most vibrant, energetic, and dynamic metropolis. Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, your dedicated guide and private vehicle will be waiting to transfer you smoothly to your hotel. Settle in, freshen up, and spend the rest of the day at your own leisure — soaking in the electric atmosphere, sampling authentic Vietnamese street food, and getting your first exciting taste of this extraordinary city.

Accommodation

Overnight Stay at Ho Chi Minh

Explore the beauty of Mekong Delta

Explore the enchanting Mekong Delta — a vast network of rivers, canals, and lush tropical islands stretching across southern Vietnam. Board a traditional wooden sampan boat and glide through the delta's tranquil waterways, visiting floating markets, local coconut candy workshops, and traditional fruit orchards. Experience the warm hospitality of local riverside communities and discover the unique and fascinating way of life that has thrived along these ancient waterways for centuries.

Back to Ho Chi Minh City

After an unforgettable day exploring the extraordinary waterways, floating markets, and warm hospitality of the Mekong Delta, your dedicated guide and comfortable private vehicle will transfer you back along the scenic 4-hour route to Ho Chi Minh City — where the vibrant energy and dazzling city lights of Vietnam's most dynamic metropolis welcome you back with open arms.

Departure for Cu Chi Tunnels

After breakfast at your hotel, your dedicated guide and comfortable private vehicle will head northwest from Ho Chi Minh City toward the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels — 70-75 kilometers from the city center. As you leave the bustling urban streets behind, the landscape gradually transforms into the lush green countryside of southern Vietnam, building anticipation for one of the most historically fascinating destinations in the entire country.

Arrival in Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels — An extensive underground network used by Vietnamese soldiers during the Vietnam War, the Cu Chi Tunnels offer a fascinating glimpse into wartime life, with hidden passageways, living quarters, and clever traps showcasing the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people.

Return back to Ho Chi Minh City

After a deeply fascinating and moving exploration of the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, your dedicated guide and comfortable private vehicle will transfer you back along the scenic 1.5-hour route to Ho Chi Minh City — reflecting on the extraordinary resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people as the vibrant city skyline comes back into view.

Accommodation

Overnight stay at Ho Chi Minh

Find yourself wrap around the fingers of Ho Chi Minh City

Enjoy a completely free day to explore the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City at your own pace. Browse the bustling Ben Thanh Market for souvenirs and local delicacies, visit the ornate Jade Emperor Pagoda, sip Vietnamese iced coffee at a charming riverside café, explore the colorful Binh Tay Market in Chinatown, or simply wander the tree-lined French colonial boulevards soaking in the city's extraordinary energy.

Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport

After a final leisurely breakfast at your hotel, your dedicated guide and comfortable private vehicle will transfer you smoothly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport according to your confirmed flight schedule — marking the perfect and peaceful end to this unforgettable 5-day journey through the vibrant culture, rich history, and warm hospitality of Southern Vietnam.

Detailed Itinerary

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh

Accommodation: Overnight Stay at Ho Chi Minh

Explore the beauty of Mekong Delta

Back to Ho Chi Minh City

Departure for Cu Chi Tunnels

Arrival in Cu Chi Tunnels

Return back to Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Overnight stay at Ho Chi Minh

Includes

  • Hotel Accommodation 3/4/5-Star
  • Private airport transfers,
  • All entrance and sightseeing fees throughout the trip
  • English speaking guides
  • Tax and service charges.

Excludes

  • Personal expenses and additional shopping throughout regions
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Return airfares from your country to Vietnam and visa Arrangements

Important information

Meeting point

PLATFORMPOINTS LLC sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 5 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
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Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Frequently Asked Questions

PLATFORMPOINTS LLC sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover personal expenses and additional shopping throughout regions, tips for guides and drivers and return airfares from your country to vietnam and visa arrangements. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel Accommodation 3/4/5-Star, Private airport transfers,, All entrance and sightseeing fees throughout the trip, English speaking guides, Tax and service charges.
The duration of the 5-Day Southern Vietnam Tour is typically 5 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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