VIETNAM SCHOOL TOUR IN THE SOUTH

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OVERVIEW

Joining this Vietnam South School Tour, student can explore some featured destination in the South of Vietnam such as Ho Chi Minh city, Cu Chi and Ben Tre. Besides, visiting Can Gio Biosphere reserve and learn about the wildlife is also an unforgettable experience for them. As a part of the tour, students will be experienced voluntary activities they have never done before.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Exploring Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnel
  • Learning about wildlife system in Can Gio Biosphere Reserve
  • Crossing Mekong river, visiting Ben Tre
  • Doing voluntary works in Ben Tre
Ho Chi Minh city arrival – Water puppet show

Day 1 Ho Chi Minh city arrival – Water puppet show

Meal: dinner | Accommodation: hotel in Saigon

Arriving at Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh, you’ll be met and driven to your hotel. Time for relaxing after the journey. The, enjoy an unforgettable evening out in Ho Chi Minh City on this 4-hour tour. Experience a traditional Vietnamese Water Puppet show, admire the city by night on a orientation, then set a traditional dinner course at a local Vietnam restaurant. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

City tour and Cu Chi tunnel

Day 2 City tour and Cu Chi tunnel

Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: hotel in Saigon

Departing early for Cu Chi tunnels, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. Next, it’s a short drive through the countryside to visit a cricket farm. Some Vietnamese consider crickets a delicacy, and local lore says that hungry soldiers ate them to beef up their nutrient-poor diets. At the farm you’ll see crickets in various stages of growth. You’ll also have a chance to sample crickets wrapped up in tasty spring rolls. Make sure you snap a photograph so that your friends will believe your unusual tale! Stop for a traditional Vietnamese lunch – it won’t include cricket — en route to Ho Chi Minh City.

Take the afternoon trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the Ho Chi Minh city museum - the grand downtown mansion that was the former French Governor’s Residence and the final residence of assassinated South Vietnamese President Ngo Dinh Diem, the building is imposing - the collection less impressive. The account of Saigon's revolutionary movement is the most interesting.

Overnight at Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 3 Can Gio Biosphere reserve

Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: hotel in Saigon

Wake up smoothly and depart for Can Gio in your air-conditioned transportation along with local friendly English speaking guide to ensure a comfortable 37-mile (60-km) drive out of Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival, make your first stop at "Money United," for the opportunity to see and play with the multitude of long-tailed monkeys. Then, head to crocodile farm to get up close to these prehistoric creatures. As you continue to wander through the Mangrove Forest, keep your eye out of other wildlife among the lush greenery and calm water. Next, hop on board your speed boat for an exhilarating ride through the jungle. As you speed through the waterways, appreciate the untouched scenery of Can Gio National Park. Following your boat ride, visit the Vietnam War Base while tuning into your expert guide's historical insights. At midday, stop at a popular lunch destination among locals restaurant, to savor an authentic Vietnamese meal. Following lunch, feel free to spend some time going to Can Gio market. Here, you can practice your bargaining skills among the craft, food, and textile vendors. Finally, wind down the day with a convenient ride back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh.

Ho Chi Minh city – Ben Tre

Day 4 Ho Chi Minh city – Ben Tre

Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: homestay in Ben Tre

Our guide and driver will be ready to pick us up around 8:00 in our hotel to leave Saigon and head to the amazing coconut kingdom.

After 2 hours driving from HCM city, you will arrive AN HÓA bridge, Ben Tre province. Walk to the workshop to see how the local people peeling-splitting-paring coconut by traditional ways. Then walk to visit CAO ĐAI temple, have the photos at the colorful temple of this special religion. Next, take the boat to visit a local factory to see many kilns to make activated charcoal from coconut hard-shell.

Crossing Mekong river, called Cửa Đại & Cửa Tiểu, 30km far away the Eastern Sea, we arrive Tam Hiêp Island. Have a lunch at the local house. Then, have a trip to discover this beautiful island. We will have the tuktuk (xe lôi) to visit the special farm where they are planting the creepers (called LÁ SÂM). We pick up some leaves for making & tasting this special herbal jelly. Then we walk to the local house to make some local cake, enjoy them with the nice family. Next, the rowing boat will take you deeper into the countryside on smaller canals to enjoy the peaceful time. Come back the homestay for a fresh shower, then go to the kitchen to cook our dinner with the family. Enjoy dinner with the lovely host!

Ben Tre and Volunteer activities

Day 5 Ben Tre and Volunteer activities

Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Accommodation: homestay in Ben Tre

The detailed will be given later as it will be decided after discussing between our company, local community and travelling schools. Our goals for all activities are:

  • Projects are useful and life changing for the local community.
  • Students will be experience many things that they have never done or experienced before.
  • Students will bring a positive interaction with local community and they will understand about the local culture and custom.
  • Students will fully participate in all activities of community works but under the supervision to ensure that the works we do will reach the standard of a level which can be used for long term benefit.

Normally, the volunteers will mainly focus on working in two placements such as visiting the primary school or building the house for disadvantaged circumstances. The types of work may be changed from project to project.

Stay overnight at the local home -stay

Ben Tre – Ho Chi Minh city - Departure

Day 6 Ben Tre – Ho Chi Minh city - Departure

Meal: breakfast, lunch | Accommodation: N/A

Early wake up to enjoy the peaceful countryside in the morning, and then have breakfast.

Bike to the local market, bonsai garden and bee’s farm. Visit to the local pagoda; it’s also a chance to learn how to make natural soy sauce by an in-house nun. Later, it’s time for enjoying lunch at the homestay.

After lunch, check-out and say goodbye to the host. Our boat will take us to come to visit an ancient Long Thạnh Commune House ( the national architectural heritage), come back our bus at An Hóa village! Embarking on the sampan and return to the dock. Come back to Saigon head to the airport.

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INCLUDED

  • Accommodation 
  • Meals as specified on the program.
  • Travel in appropriate air-conditioned vehicles with experienced drivers.

  • 1-night Ha Long cruise on board the Treasure Junk (or similar category cruiser)
  • The services of experienced English-speaking local guides.
  • All entrance fees, visits and activities mentioned on the program.
  • Personal Travel Insurance

  • VAT and other taxes.

NOT INCLUDED

  • Flight tickets or visas.
  • Beverages, gratuities and personal expenses.
  • Supplements on peak season

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