Hochiminh City, Mekong, Dalat & Mui Ne – 8 days

Full day tour with visits to a major Cao Dai temple and the incredible Cu Chi tunnels.

In the morning, we will drive to the Cao Dai temple in Tay Ninh. Caodaism is a religion originating in Vietnam and combining elements of Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, and Confucianism. We will discover this beautiful temple and attend a colorful noon mass.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon: Drive 60 km to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network built in 1948 to support the Viet Minh against the French, later expanded during the Vietnam War. This hidden city once sheltered around 10,000 people, with living quarters, kitchens, hospitals, and even births taking place underground.

Later, we will drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and have dinner. Overnight at the hotel.

08:00: Depart for Ben Tre, the land of coconut trees. You embark on a boat for a cruise through authentic landscapes, discovering the daily life as well as the customs and traditions of the Delta inhabitants. Stop at Long Thanh Island to meet a family who raises bees, where you will taste honey and the fruit of water palms...

Your boat sails towards Mo Cay. Short walk in the village to visit coconut processing workshops. Then, an excursion by tuk-tuk (motorized cart) to Ba Van, where local families specialize in making mats.

Next, a peaceful rowboat excursion through small shaded creeks lined with water palms.

Return aboard the large boat, cruise to the restaurant.

After the meal, take your time to walk around for a deeper exploration of local life.

Back to Hochiminh City.

After breakfast, the bus will pick you up and we will drive to Dalat through Bao Loc City where we will stop to have lunch. On the way, you will witness beautiful tea plantations and pine forests. The road breezes through high mountain passes blessed with a nature rich in plants, which contrasts with the hustle and bustle of the modern Ho Chi Minh City.

On arrival, check-in at the hotel.

Dinner and free time in the evening to visit the night market.

Da Lat: Royal History, Nature's Grandeur & Zen Serenity

Your day begins at 8:00 AM with a visit to King Bao Dai's Palace, offering a glimpse into Vietnam's last emperor's life.

Afterward, we'll head to Da Lat's agricultural outskirts. Stop at Ta Nung Pass for panoramic views of Nam Ban town before diving into the local culture. You'll visit a coffee farm to learn about its journey from bean to cup, including the unique weasel coffee. Next, explore a silk weaving factory, witnessing the fascinating process from mulberry cultivation to intricate silk production.

The adventure continues with two of Da Lat's most impressive natural wonders. Discover the majestic Elephant Waterfall, Da Lat's most powerful cascade, where water plunges dramatically into the valley. Then, journey to Pongour Waterfall, the region's largest, offering ample opportunities for stunning photos amidst its natural beauty.

In the afternoon, we'll drive to Robin Hill. Here, you can enjoy refreshing air and sweeping panoramic views of Da Lat city and the vast pine forest stretching south.

From Robin Hill, take a one-way cable car ride to Truc Lam Zen Monastery. This scenic journey offers picturesque views of flower and vegetable plantations nestled in the pine-covered valley below. At the monastery, Vietnam's largest Zen university, you'll find serenity in its peaceful ambiance and beautiful flower gardens. Our final stop is Tuyen Lam Lake, a vast 320-hectare artificial reservoir, perfect for enjoying the tranquil surroundings.

Back to hotel.

8:00 AM: Begin your day exploring the French Quarter, where you'll discover numerous colonial-era villas nestled under the shade of pine trees. Afterward, visit the Da Lat Railway Station, a remarkable architectural gem also built during the colonial period.

9:55 AM: Board the historic cog train for a one-way trip to Trai Mat (9:55 AM - 10:25 AM). Upon arrival, visit Linh Phuoc Pagoda, an extraordinary temple constructed entirely from ceramic and recycled materials. Be sure to admire its impressive dragon statue, uniquely made from 12,000 beer bottles.

Then we will drive downhill toward Mui Ne. On the way, Visit of Po Klong Garai Cham towers

Free time to swim and relax at the beach. Overnight in Mui Ne.

Breakfast at your hotel & Enjoy free time to swim and relax at the beach.

9h00: Visit Mui Ne: the famous Yellow and White Sand Dunes, a top attraction in Mui Ne.

After check-out and lunch in Mui Ne we will head back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Check-in at the hotel and free time for the rest of the day.

Free time in Ho Chi Minh City until the bus picks you up and drives you to the airport for your departure flight.