Ho Chi Minh City & Phu Quoc Island

6 days / 5 nights

City history, floating river markets, jungle canals — then trade it all in for white sand beaches and crystal-clear water on Vietnam's most beautiful island.

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

Capture perfect Instagram shots at the iconic Saigon Cathedral, Central Post Office, and retro Cafe Apartments.

Ride the world's longest over-sea cable car for panoramic ocean views.

Stay in a charming Mediterranean-style village, and witness dazzling evening fireworks.

Day by Day

Your journey

Day 1
Arrival in Ho Chi Minh
Airport Pick-up
Ho Chi Minh

Touch down at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and your private driver will take you to your hotel in central District 1. The evening is yours — grab a bowl of pho at a street stall, walk the Nguyen Hue pedestrian boulevard, or find a rooftop bar to watch Saigon unfold below.

Day 2
Ho Chi Minh Landmarks
Guided Tour
Breakfast
Ho Chi Minh

A full private day through the landmarks of Saigon. Visit the ornate Saigon Cathedral and elegant Central Post Office. Photograph Ho Chi Minh City Hall from Nguyen Hue Boulevard and explore the layered Nguyen Hue Coffee Apartments. End at the Independence Palace — the former seat of South Vietnam's government, preserved exactly as it was in 1975.

Saigon Cathedral Central Post Office Ho Chi Minh City Hall Nguyen Hue Coffee Apartments Independence Palace
Day 3
Flight to Phu Quoc
Morning flight
Breakfast
Phu Quoc

A short domestic flight takes you from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc Island — 45 minutes and you've traded concrete for coconut palms. Check in to your beach resort and spend the afternoon doing whatever calls to you. In the evening, head to Sunset Town to watch the sun dip into the sea, then explore the market for evening fireworks.

Tan Son Nhat Airport Phu Quoc International Airport Sunset Town Evening Fireworks
Day 4
Hon Thom Island
Guided Tour
Breakfast
Phu Quoc

Take the Hon Thom Cable Car — one of the world's longest non-stop cable car rides over the ocean — to Hon Thom Island. Spend the day at Aquatopia Water Park, explore Exotica Village, relax on the pristine Bai Trao Beach, and snorkel at Namaste Coral Park. A full island adventure day.

Hon Thom Cable Car (Roundtrip) Aquatopia Water Park Exotica Village Bai Trao Beach Namaste Coral Park
Day 5
Leisure Day
Free & easy
Breakfast
Phu Quoc

A day that's completely yours — sleep in, take a long swim, rent a motorbike to explore the island's quieter north, or simply plant yourself in a hammock with a coconut shake. We're here if you want suggestions; otherwise, this one's yours.

Day 6
Departure Day
Breakfast
Airport Drop-off

A final slow morning on the island — one last swim, a long breakfast, and a deep exhale. Transfer to Phu Quoc International Airport for your direct flight home.

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Where you'll stay

Our handpicked hotels

★★★★☆
Best for city stay (Nights 1–3)
Silverland Jolie Hotel
District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Rooftop bar & pool·Ben Thanh Market nearby·City views
★★★★★
Premium upgrade option
Lotte Hotel Saigon
District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
City center·Rooftop pool·Sky Lounge·Fine dining

Hotels are subject to availability. If our top choice is fully booked, we'll secure a similar alternative and let you know.

What's Covered

Included & not included

Transfers & Transport
Private airport pickup and drop-off
Private air-conditioned car and driver for all day trips
Car fuel, toll, and parking fees
Domestic flight: Ho Chi Minh City → Phu Quoc (Day 4)
Guides
Licensed English-speaking local guide on all scheduled trips
Driver and tour guide fees
Activities
Entrance tickets to all listed attractions
Mekong Delta: sampan boat ride, local workshops
lunch in Mekong Delta (Day 3)
Accommodation
4 nights in Ho Chi Minh City hotel (breakfast included)
2 nights in Phu Quoc beach resort (breakfast included)
Meals
Daily hotel breakfast
lunch in Mekong Delta (Day 3)
Other
Taxes and all applicable fees
One bottled water per person on each day trip
Flights
International flights to/from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Return flight from Phu Quoc (direct MNL available)
Meals
Lunches (except Day 3 Mekong Delta)
All dinners (budget approx. $8–18/day)
Drinks and snacks
Travel essentials
Travel insurance (required — see FAQ)
Vietnam visa fees (check requirements for your nationality)
Personal expenses
Optional activities beyond what's listed
Personal shopping and souvenirs
Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
Optional Extras

Make it more yours

Vespa Tour
Dinner Cruise
Romantic Dinner
Photography Session
Jeep Food Tour
Island Hopping Tour

Have something else in mind? Let us know, and we'll seamlessly weave it into your itinerary.

Questions

Frequently asked

That's exactly what we're here for. Every Tará trip is built around you — your pace, your interests, your group. The itinerary above is a starting point. We can add days, swap attractions, extend your stay, or build something completely different. Just tell us what you're dreaming of.

You can fly home directly from Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) — Cebu Pacific operates direct flights to Manila. Alternatively, we can arrange a short domestic flight back to Ho Chi Minh City on Day 6 for your international departure.

We recommend a minimum of 4 people for the best pricing. That said, we can accommodate smaller groups — couples and solo travellers are welcome. Just enquire and we'll give you an honest quote for your group size.

Pricing depends on your group size, travel dates, and specific preferences (hotel category, any add-ons). Since every trip is tailor-made, we don't publish a fixed price — send us an enquiry and we'll put together a personalised quote within 48 hours. No obligation.

Fly into Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) Ho Chi Minh City. Book your return flight from either Phu Quoc (PQC) or back through Ho Chi Minh City.

Philippine passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 30 days. For other nationalities, an e-visa is available online. We recommend checking the latest entry requirements with your local embassy or the official Vietnam Immigration website before you travel.

Yes — we require all travellers to have travel insurance that includes medical coverage and trip cancellation. If you need help choosing a policy, we're happy to recommend options that work well for trips to Vietnam.

What You Get

Every trip is tailor-made

Flexible Itineraries
Flexible Itineraries

Add an extra night, swap a stop, upgrade a hotel — your trip bends to you, not the other way around.

Group Perks
Group Perks

Travelling with family or friends? The more of you, the more we can tailor.

Free Rebooking
Free Rebooking

Plans change. Move your dates without losing your itinerary or starting over.

Private Car & Driver
Private Car & Driver

Skip the taxis and bus transfers. Every day moves at your pace, door to door.

Licensed Local Guide
Licensed Local Guide

Real insight from people who live here — not a script, not a rush.

Complimentary Breakfast
Complimentary Breakfast

Every stay we book starts the day right — breakfast is always included.

Flexible Check-in & Out
Flexible Check-in & Out

Early arrival, late departure — your schedule sets the time, not the front desk.

24/7 Support
24/7 Support

Reach us directly on Messenger or Viber, any time before or during your trip.

Want Something Different?

We can build
any trip you imagine

Extend the island stay to 3 nights, add snorkelling or diving, or swap Phu Quoc for a beach stay in Da Nang or Hoi An. We'll build the perfect south Vietnam escape.

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