Ho Chi Minh City is located in the centre of the well-off are of the North Vietnam.

The north of the city borders on Binh Duong Province; its north-western meets Tay Ninh Province; the east and north-eastern are contiguous to Dong Nai Province; the south-eastern stays next to Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province; and the west and south-western are surrounded by two provinces Long An and Tien Giang.

Ho Chi Minh City has pleasant climate with two seasons: dry season and rainy season. At here, rain is quick to cease and sunshine is not too hot. Because of the geographic position and its convenient climate, the city is also the converging place of many ethnic groups. Each ethnic group has its own religion and distinct culture and they all have contributed in making a multicultural environment. The special trait of this land is the harmonious combination between the national tradition and cultural features of the North (China) and the Western countries. That has created the lifestyle and characteristics of Sai Gon people. They are faithful, straightforward, broad-minded and energetic and have skills and strong-willed spirit.
Nowadays, Ho Chi Minh City is an enormous tourism centre of the whole country. Coming to the country, tourists can visit ancient architectures such as the Central post office of the city, Large Opera -House, People's Committee of the city, and Ben Thanh Market or they may go to have a look at the system of the old-age churches like The Church of Madonna, Huyen Sy Church, Thong Tay Hoi Church, etc. Besides, Sai Gon River circling around the central area connects with other branches of rivers and entangled canals. This great river is very convenient for waterway traffic and tourism. Bach Dang (Bạch Đằng) Wharf and Nha Rong (Nha Rong) Wharf are close-knit to harbours which are always wind-swept and crowded with yachts.

The centre of this city also contains many streets like Dong Khoi, Nguyen Hue or Le Loi that are all famous for Western architectural styles, hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, fine art shops, antique stores, galleries with paintings and statues, "ao dai" fashion of Vietnam, and so on.

Sai Gon - Ho Chi Minh City is a sparkling pearl which is resplendent along the side of East Sea and is an ideal destination for excursionists from the four corners of the earth:

(B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner)

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City on Arrival.

Arrive at Tan San Nhat Airport. Pick up and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at your chosen hotel in HCMC.

Day 2: Hochiminh city tour (B/L)

Breakfast at the hotel. Start your sightseeing tour at the Reunification Palace, which was the residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of the war in April 1975. Then visit some impressive French colonial structures including Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Central Post Office. Explore Chinatown and Thien Hau and Quan Am pagodas. After seeing the Emperor Jade Pagoda and the War Remnants Museum, end your tour at Ben Thanh market where anything and everything is for sale. Dinner on guest's account. Overnight at your chosen hotel in HCMC.

Day 3: Mekong Delta tour ( My tho – Ben Tre ) (B/L/D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for My Tho. Take a pleasant boat trip through the Bao Dinh natural canal, which is lined with stilt houses and fruit plantations. Proceed to Tortoise island and enjoy lunch served in the heart of the orchard. Take a leisurely boat ride through Tan Thach natural canal in Ben Tre, cruising under the shadows of the water coconut trees. Visit a small family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle. Wander through the fruit plantations on Thoi Son island and enjoy a rowing boat ride along the creeks before returning to My Tho. Return to HCMC by road. Dinner on guest's account. Overnight at your chosen hotel in HCMC.

Day 4: HCMC - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi - HCMC (B/L/D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive west to Tay Ninh, headquarters of Cao Dai region. On arrival, attend the fantastic mid-day temple service when followers fill the hall wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. On the way back, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network of tunnels constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the struggle for independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, accommodation, etc. and were used as a military base for the Vietcong during the American war. Return to HCMC. Dinner on guest’s account. Overnight at your chosen hotel in HCMC.

Day 5: Hochiminh city - departure (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for departure.

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All Inclusive Tour Cost:

Note: Rates are valid until December 30th, 2011 by MinMax Travel Co., Ltd. All rates are quoted per person in U.S Dollars. Rates are net and inclusive of service charges and 10% VAT.

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* Single room occupancy’ refers to the accommodation element of the programme only, and applies to someone who is travelling with others but requires an additional room for him or herself. Single traveller prices are available as listed above.

THE SPECIFIC HOTELS WILL BE USED IN THIS PACKAGE TOUR:

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Tour Prices Inclsive:

* A/c private car/van transfer from/to Tan Nhat nhat airport to/from the hotel in HCMC
* Escorted English speaking tour guide
* Pick up & drop off at the hotel on daily tours.
* Group tour on the A/c bus, English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, boat trips.
* Daily breakfast, service charge, tax
* Meals as indicated in the program (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
* Accommodation based on 2 guests sharing a twin / double room

Tour Prices Exclusive:

* International flights to / from HCMC
* Vietnamese entry visa
* Travel insurance
* Drinks & other meals not mentioned in the program.

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* Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, Insect, Repellentand Original Passport...

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* MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

* If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival)