Saigon was already a busy commercial center. Merchants from China, Japan and many European countries would sail upstream the Saigon River to reach the islet of Pho, a trading center. In the year of 1874, Cho Lon merged with Saigon, forming the largest city in the Indochina. It had been many times celebrated as the Pearl of the Far East.

Situated on the picturesque shore of Hanoi West Lake, the Sheraton Hanoi Hotel is only 15 minutes from the city centre and 25 minutes from the airport. This prime location offers the peaceful solitude of the lush gardens, sweeping lawns, and tranquil courtyards

Visit Reunification Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office, Emperor Jade Pagoda, City Hall, War Remnants Museum (War Crime Museum), Water Puppet show

Morning: Visit Reunification Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office, Emperor

Visit a network of 200km long underground dug-out which was being used during the Vietnam - USA war. There is little evidence to indicate the intense fighting, bombing and destruction that went on in Cu Chi during the war

The day begins at 8:30 AM, when the Chef will greet you at your hotel and take you to a local wet market. Ben Thanh Market is centrally located and known as one of liveliest and busiest in Saigon. Here you will learn more about the ingredients, Vietnamese herbs

We will first take a walk from Mac Thi Buoi then stroll along Dong Khoi Street. This is the most central located shopping street and strongly suggested for people who are looking for souvenirs, clothes and accessories. The walking also gives you a closer look

After leaving the busy city of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), turning off the National Highway 20 leads visitors to a mountainous area full of roadside plantations of rubber and green coffee. A short, smooth 150 km bus ride takes visitors to a former volcanic crater, known

Known as a hide-out for the infamous Viet Cong, the Ho Chi Minh City is now a thriving mix of people, colour and activity. This city has amazing bustling streets, fantastic restaurants and whitewashed trees. This fascinating city is perfect for days of sightseeing, afternoons shopping and evenings spent enjoying a sunset drink on a roof-top bar.

Visit the Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh (120 km) where daily Mass is done by the Caodaism followers at noon. Cao Dai is a combination of Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, native Vietnamese spiritualism, Christianity and Islam