Sea view from Ho Quoc Pagoda, Vietnam

10-Day Senior Vacation to South Vietnam

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Customizable Itinerary

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Countries Visited

Vietnam

Places Visited

Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Phu Quoc, Da Lat...

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Suggested Duration

10 Days

From grandiose pagodas that feature intricately designed Buddhist murals to remarkable recounts of Vietnam’s wartime past at iconic museums, there is so much to uncover within the vibrant cityscapes and sprawling landscapes of Southern Vietnam. On this tailor-made tour for seniors, you will be both amazed by the iconic highlights in addition to being swept away to peaceful seaside resorts for a vacation that is equal parts enthralling as it is relaxing. This brief but immersive tour will not disappoint...

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Trip Highlights

  • Explore the spiritual heritage of Vietnam at beloved temples such as Giac Lam Pagoda and Cao Dai Temple
  • Discover the country’s dramatic wartime past at astounding museums such as War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace
  • Cruise across the Hau River on a traditional, wooden sampan in search of the famous Cai Rang floating market and neighboring ethnic villages
  • Transfer to the coastal beaches of Phu Quoc island for an impeccable few nights of luxury treatment by the sea
  • Savor the delectable flavors of Vietnam’s distinct cuisine as you learn to prepare traditional dishes at a recognized culinary school
  • Visit significant temples in Da Lat and witness the impressive displays of Buddhist art that honor the sacred culture
  • Spend magical moments at the Datanla Waterfalls and the Lake of Sighs for an impressive display of Vietnam’s natural water features
  • Luxuriate on the pearly white shores of the Vietnamese Maldives and explore the emerald rocks that encompass the beaches of Nui Chua National Park

Detailed Description

You will unearth a wealth of insight into Vietnam’s dramatic past in addition to being inspired by the diverse topography of its spectacular, Southern destinations on this deep dive into the country’s compelling highlights. Your journey will begin in the country’s booming heart of Ho Chi Minh City, and your stay will be luxurious to every degree. Ho Chi Minh will reveal its firmly rooted spiritual ideologies and accompanying monuments of grand design as you transfer to iconic destinations such as Cao Dai Temple and Giac Lam Pagoda. The incredible war stories will also come to light as you visit the War Remnants Museum and other grounds of immense significance. You will ultimately feel humbled and dazzled as these stirring displays provide both a behind-the-scenes look at the heritage in addition to sharing enthralling sights along the way.

You will continue your tour to Can Tho, which is a city that is bursting with character and international flavor. Here, you will savor the unique taste of some of the country’s premier cuisine before relaxing on the vibrant waterfront as the sunset sets the sky ablaze. The highlight of your stay will be a visit to the Cai Rang floating market, where you will have the opportunity to meander through a market that is entirely positioned on the river. You can stroll through the market before making your way along the hidden canals, which lead to modest, ethnic villages that have been built up out of the rivers on stilts. Finally, you will arrive at the My Khanh Tourist Village for a unique look into the booming ecotourism industry of Can Tho. A short flight will then transfer you to the sunny shores of Phu Quoc, which is a vast island that is teeming with flora and fauna and also boasts beautiful stretches of pearl-white beach. You will then spend two nights in absolute relaxation as you bask in the brilliant sunshine and soak in the transparent sea.

Da Lat, which is an area of unrivaled natural allure, awaits your arrival following your voyage to Phu Quoc, and it is here that you will uncover what makes this country’s landscape so unique. Fragrant flowers blossom brightly, emerald-topped forests sprawl out in all directions, pagodas capture mesmerizing Buddhist art, and lakes are entirely tranquil. You will envelop yourselves in the whimsical, wilderness highlights that are trademark experiences of Da Lat. Your tour of Southern Vietnam will conclude along the soft shores of Cam Ranh at a world-class resort that is only a short walk from the beach. From the comfort of your stellar accommodation, you will transfer to the Vietnamese Maldives and immaculate Nui Chua National Park for picturesque moments within the seaside landscape before you return home with many stories of your eye-opening travels.

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Starting Price

$3,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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