5-Day Saigon & Mui Ne Tour: Beach Escape & Ho Chi Minh City Highlights

Highlights:

Discover the coastal beauty of Mui Ne, a renowned tourist destination located in Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam. Situated approximately 215 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City, Mui Ne offers a captivating blend of pristine beaches, vibrant culture, and historical landmarks.

As you journey from Phan Thiet city to Mui Ne, be captivated by the stunning landscapes and fascinating attractions that dot the road. Marvel at the Phan Thiet Water Tower, explore the ancient ruins of the Po Shan Nu Cham Tower, and discover the intriguing Ong Dia rock field. For a glimpse into the region's literary history, visit the Mong Cam House, once home to the renowned poet Han Mac Tu...

Details of experience:

Day 1: Saigon (Dinner)

Morning: The representative of Vietnamdrive welcomes you to Tan Son Nhat Airport to check in your hotel and relax.

If you have stayed at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), we will start a little late exploring the city.

The itinerary depends on the time of your flight to HCMC, so it can have a few adjustments to fix your time.

Afternoon, we will do and explore attractions in HCMC. They include:

• Reunification Palace is also known as Independence Palace, where Lieutenant Bui Quang Than brought down the flag of the South Government on the roof of the palace. And he pulled up another one of the National Front for the Liberation of the South, ending over 30 years of war against the America of the Vietnamese people.
• Notre Dame Cathedral is the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Ho Chi Minh City. This French-influenced architecture is a large-scale and unique Catholic church, one of the architectural works attracting many visitors when traveling to Ho Chi Minh City.
• Saigon Central Post Office is near the church and is also one of the typical architectural works in Saigon built by the French. This European-style architectural work combines with Asian decorations. Saigon
• The City People’s Committee in the heart of District 1 HCMC was built from 1898 to 1909 and designed by architect Gardès.
• Nguyen Hue Walking Street: After visiting the Committee Hall, we will take a walk along Nguyen Hue Street to explore the vibrant life.
• Stop at a coffee shop to enjoy Vietnamese coffee and see life gone.

Evening: Have dinner at the restaurant with the local food (Pancake, Spring rolls). Then, go to Bach Dang boat station to get on board and enjoy the beauty of the Saigon River at night.

Overnight at a hotel in Saigon.

Day 2: Saigon – Phan Thiet – Mui Ne (Breakfast, Lunch)

Morning: You have breakfast at the hotel.

You check out the hotel, and depart for the romantic beach of Mui Ne in Binh Thuan Province.

Via coming to Phan Thiet, we visit Posanu Cham Tower, Ong Hoang Palace (Lau Ong Hoang), where the romantic love story of the poet Han Mac Tu and Ms. Mong Cam started.

After that, we will visit Duc Thanh School – where young man Nguyen Tat Thanh (another name for Ho Chi Minh president) stopped to teach before coming to Saigon to find a way to save the country.

At noon: We have lunch. And check in at the hotel or resort in Mui Ne to rest.

Afternoon: You will have time to relax on Mui Ne beach, freely participate in active games, and swim.

At night, the itinerary is free and easy to do by yourself. You can enjoy fresh seafood dishes, walk on the smooth sand, or listen to the waves singing.

Overnight in Mui Ne.

Day 03: Mui Ne – Hon Rom Island (Breakfast, Lunch)

Morning: You visit and admire the sunrise on the top of the sandhill at Bau Trang, explore Bau Ong and Bau Ba, and play games on the sand (optional). Travel back to the hotel to have breakfast.

Continue to explore Hon Rom Island – one of the highlights in Mui Ne.

About Hon Rom Island:

 About 28 km from Phan Thiet city, Hon Rom Island is considered as a beautiful island near the shore, connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of sand. Hon Rom is a highlight of the 17 km stretches of beach in Mui Ne.

Therefore, the beach in Rom is always the most popular tourist destination in Mui Ne. The landscape of this island retains the pristine and generous beauty of nature.

While the southwest coast of Hon Rom Islet is a beach with beautiful stretches of white sand, the east side of Hon Rom Islet has rocks of various shapes that are polished by gentle waves.

Standing on Hon Rom Island looking at the West, you will see white sand dunes like a desert, lightly colored by low bushes and cactus trees. These highlights make the natural picture in Phan Thiet more rustic and charming.

At noon: Have lunch and rest.

Afternoon: You are free to swim and go shopping for souvenirs.

Have dinner on your own, and enjoy your peace in Mui Ne.

Overnight in Mui Ne.

Day 04: Mui Ne – Cu Chi Tunnels – Sai Gon (Breakfast, Lunch)

Morning: After breakfast, you check out at the hotel. Then depart from Mui Ne for Saigon.

We will have lunch at Cu Chi. Then we visit Cu Chi Tunnels – one of the great works symbolizing the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese people during the war against the US.

You will have the opportunity to explore the history and this typical system of tunnels and experience the life underground of the locals during the war.

Late afternoon: Return to Saigon and check in the hotel to relax.

Day 05: Saigon – Tan Son Nhat Airport (Breakfast)

Morning: After breakfast, you are free to roam and shop at Ben Thanh Market. Take pictures of Saigon’s daily life.

We do not want to say goodbye, but it is time for you to go to the Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure.

We always wish we could see you again in Saigon or any place in Vietnam.

The price is based on the service of 4-star hotels in Saigon and Mui Ne with at least 2 guests.

Inclusion:

• Modern transport of cars/vans following the tour according to the program
• 4-star hotels with 2 – 3 pax/room
• Tickets to visit the attractions mentioned in the itinerary
• One water bottle/day per person
• Professional and enthusiastic English-speaking tour guide
• Breakfast at the hotel
• 1 dinner and 4 lunches mentioned in the program
• Travel insurance with Vietnamese standard

What to note:

• Children under 4 years free tour, sharing a bed with parents, and the parents take care of the cost.
• Children 4- 9 years old sharing bed with parents, 75% tour price.
• Children from 10 years old are calculated by the tour price as adults.
• International travel insurance must be bought by yourself before touring with us. We recommend you buy it before traveling to Vietnam so you can get better care from your international travel insurance.

Frequently asked questions about Saigon – Mui Ne 5 days

1. Can I customize the tour for our own group?

The tour from Saigon to Mui Ne for 5 days can be customized to fit your own time and hobbies. Please tell Vietnamdrive! One of our experts will support you in arranging a perfect tour.

2. How can we get a low price for this tour but still good quality?

Travel from 6 guests together will get a better price per person. It is because all of you will share the same van, tour guide if any, and other services.

3. How long should I book this tour in advance?

Earlier is better. The reasons come to fix the price not changed, good hotels, cars/vans, and the best guides are available. So, to book this tour or any highlights of Vietnam, you should book it as early as possible