What is included in the Vietnam Saigon & Mekong 4N/5D Solo Explorer package?

The 4N/5D Vietnam package includes 4 nights stay — 2N The Hammock District 1 (or similar boutique-hostel private room), 2N Mekong family homestay (twin-share with another solo if needed); Daily breakfast; Communal-table dinners on Mekong nights (2 dinners); War Remnants + Cu Chi tunnels half-day with English-speaking guide. Final inclusions are confirmed in your custom itinerary before you pay.

What is the best time to visit Vietnam for this trip?

The best time to visit Vietnam for this trip is North Vietnam: September to April. South Vietnam: November to April. Da Nang: January to August.. Trust and Trip plans your dates around weather, festival calendars, and crowd levels — share your preferred travel month and we will validate.

Who is this Vietnam package best suited for?

This 4N/5D package is built for independent travellers, sabbatical takers, and weekend introverts. The pace, hotel category, and activity mix are tuned to that traveller type, and every detail can be adjusted before booking.

Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Vietnam is currently visa-free for Indian passport holders, subject to immigration rules at arrival. Trust and Trip can still help with documentation and travel insurance.

Can the itinerary be customised for our group?

Yes — every Trust and Trip itinerary is fully customisable. Hotels, day order, activities, and pace are tuned to your dates and preferences before any payment is taken. Customisation is free.

How much advance booking is required for Vietnam?

Trust and Trip recommends booking Vietnam trips at least 21 days in advance for the best hotel rates and confirmed availability. Tighter timelines are usually possible at a small surcharge.

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Vietnam Saigon & Mekong 4N/5D Solo Explorer

Name: Vietnam Saigon & Mekong 4N/5D Solo Explorer
Brand: Trust and Trip
Price: 35000 INR
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Best for Solo travellers — history + street-food + river-life, budget-conscious.

Why this package

Solo-female-tested — verified driver for night moves, vetted hostel, group dinners on Mekong nights
Real Vietnam south — not the tourist version (boutique-hostel, family homestay, communal dinners)
Budget — ₹35k all-in for 4 nights, no padding, vegetarian + Jain-friendly Mekong meals on request

Overview

What makes this journey unforgettable.

Four nights for the solo traveller who wants south Vietnam at a real-budget price. Two nights in a vetted boutique-hostel private room in Saigon's District 1 (walking distance to the old French quarter), two nights at a Mekong family-run homestay on stilts above the water. Daily plan stays light — War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ben Thanh market food walk, sunrise at Cai Rang floating market, sampan ride through coconut canals. Solo-female-tested. Verified driver for night moves in Saigon. Communal-table dinners on Mekong nights.

2 nights solo private room at boutique-hostel in Saigon District 1 (vetted for solo female travellers)

2 nights Mekong Delta family homestay on stilts above the water

War Remnants Museum + Cu Chi Tunnels half-day

Bui Vien street-food walk after dark with a local guide

Cai Rang floating market sunrise from Can Tho

Sampan ride through Ben Tre coconut canals

Notre-Dame Cathedral + Saigon Central Post Office walk

Verified driver for solo night moves in Saigon

Visa
Visa-free for Indian passports
Trust and Trip handles visa documentation, courier, and tracking for Vietnam. Final processing time depends on consulate workload and travel season.

Day-by-day Itinerary

Your journey, unfolded.

5-day plan with pace, stay, transfers and meals on each day. Swap, slow down, or add anything — every day is editable before you pay.

5 days9 meals included

Light
Land Saigon, settle in, Bui Vien food walk
Land at SGN, sedan to The Hammock in District 1 (45 min). Solo private room check-in. Welcome drink at the rooftop. 18:00 walking warm-up to Notre-Dame Cathedral + Saigon Central Post Office (15 min). 19:30 Bui Vien street-food walk — banh mi at Banh Mi Huynh Hoa, pho at Pho Hoa, beer at a bia-hoi (small group, max 8). Back at hostel by 22:30.
Dinner included
Moderate
War Remnants Museum + Cu Chi Tunnels half-day
- Skip / swap
08:00 private guide pickup. 90-min drive to Cu Chi Tunnels — 90-min underground tour, the booby-trap demonstration, optional shooting-range. Lunch on own at the tunnels' cafe. Afternoon at War Remnants Museum (heavy, allow 2 hours). Coffee break at The Workshop or 14 Ton That Dam. Free evening — we'll send 5 vetted dinner picks (try Anh Tu Hem 47 for old Vietnamese).
Breakfast included
Moderate
Transfer to Mekong, sampan + homestay arrival
08:30 sedan pickup, 3.5-hour drive south to Can Tho via Ben Tre. Stop in Ben Tre for the coconut-canal sampan ride (90 min through narrow palm-shaded waterways). Late lunch at a riverside restaurant. Continue to Mekong family homestay near Can Tho — stilt-house above the river, fan-cooled rooms, communal-table dinner with the host family (Vietnamese home-cooking).
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner included
Moderate
Cai Rang floating-market sunrise + slow Mekong day
- Golden hour
- Free time
- Skip / swap
05:00 wake — sampan to Cai Rang floating market for sunrise (the boats pile high with fruits, the market is at peak chaos by 06:30). Pho breakfast on the boat. Back at homestay by 09:00. Free morning — hammock above the river, optional bicycle ride along the canal. Lunch at the homestay. Afternoon: optional cooking lesson with the host (USD 10), or just nap. Communal dinner.
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner included
Light
Mekong to Saigon, fly home
07:30 final breakfast. 09:00 sedan back to Saigon (3.5 hr). Drop direct at SGN airport (timing depends on your flight). If time, last 90 min in District 1 for souvenir-shopping at Ben Thanh market. Goodbye Vietnam.
Breakfast included

Day 1
Light
Land Saigon, settle in, Bui Vien food walk
Land at SGN, sedan to The Hammock in District 1 (45 min). Solo private room check-in. Welcome drink at the rooftop. 18:00 walking warm-up to Notre-Dame Cathedral + Saigon Central Post Office (15 min). 19:30 Bui Vien street-food walk — banh mi at Banh Mi Huynh Hoa, pho at Pho Hoa, beer at a bia-hoi (small group, max 8). Back at hostel by 22:30.
Dinner included
Want to swap, slow down, or add something? Tell us.
Day 2
Moderate
War Remnants Museum + Cu Chi Tunnels half-day
- Skip / swap
08:00 private guide pickup. 90-min drive to Cu Chi Tunnels — 90-min underground tour, the booby-trap demonstration, optional shooting-range. Lunch on own at the tunnels' cafe. Afternoon at War Remnants Museum (heavy, allow 2 hours). Coffee break at The Workshop or 14 Ton That Dam. Free evening — we'll send 5 vetted dinner picks (try Anh Tu Hem 47 for old Vietnamese).
Breakfast included
Want to swap, slow down, or add something? Tell us.
Day 3
Moderate
Transfer to Mekong, sampan + homestay arrival
08:30 sedan pickup, 3.5-hour drive south to Can Tho via Ben Tre. Stop in Ben Tre for the coconut-canal sampan ride (90 min through narrow palm-shaded waterways). Late lunch at a riverside restaurant. Continue to Mekong family homestay near Can Tho — stilt-house above the river, fan-cooled rooms, communal-table dinner with the host family (Vietnamese home-cooking).
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner included
Want to swap, slow down, or add something? Tell us.
Day 4
Moderate
Cai Rang floating-market sunrise + slow Mekong day
- Golden hour
- Free time
- Skip / swap
05:00 wake — sampan to Cai Rang floating market for sunrise (the boats pile high with fruits, the market is at peak chaos by 06:30). Pho breakfast on the boat. Back at homestay by 09:00. Free morning — hammock above the river, optional bicycle ride along the canal. Lunch at the homestay. Afternoon: optional cooking lesson with the host (USD 10), or just nap. Communal dinner.
Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner included
Want to swap, slow down, or add something? Tell us.
Day 5
Light
Mekong to Saigon, fly home
07:30 final breakfast. 09:00 sedan back to Saigon (3.5 hr). Drop direct at SGN airport (timing depends on your flight). If time, last 90 min in District 1 for souvenir-shopping at Ben Thanh market. Goodbye Vietnam.
Breakfast included
Want to swap, slow down, or add something? Tell us.

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Where you’ll stay

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Aggregator price

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₹35,000

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What’s in — and what’s not.

Included

4 nights stay — 2N The Hammock District 1 (or similar boutique-hostel private room), 2N Mekong family homestay (twin-share with another solo if needed)
Daily breakfast
Communal-table dinners on Mekong nights (2 dinners)
War Remnants + Cu Chi tunnels half-day with English-speaking guide
Bui Vien street-food walk evening (group tour, max 8 people)
Cai Rang floating-market sunrise sampan
Ben Tre coconut-canal sampan ride
Saigon → Can Tho → Saigon transfers in private AC sedan (shared with up to 2 other solos when available)
All entry fees
Vietnam e-visa application support
All taxes + GST

Not included

International flights — we re-quote (Bangalore/Delhi to SGN)
Vietnam e-visa fee (USD 25)
Lunches in Saigon (street food ~USD 3-5)
1 dinner in Saigon (your choice from our 5 vetted recommendations)
Travel insurance — ICICI Lombard solo plan ~₹550
Personal expenses, drinks at Bui Vien
Tips for guide / homestay host — USD 5-10 customary

Flex the length4 nights · current

Make it yours

Anything you want to change?

Every package is a starting point — pick a tweak below and a planner will rework the itinerary, hotels, and quote around it. No commitment until you say go.

Upgrades available

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Want luxury at minimum cost?

Business / First class on the entire route
Premium-economy on long-haul legs only — saves up to 40%
Lounge access at originating + connecting airports
Priority boarding, extra checked bags

Pricing depends on the departure date, airline and hotel inventory. Speak to a planner for an exact quote.

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Cancellation policy & payment terms

Tour price · ₹35,000 / per person on twin sharing

Departure: your departure. The cancellation deduction depends on how close to departure you cancel — the closer to the date, the larger the slab. Read the full policy

₹3,500(10% deduction)
121–900 days prior
₹5,250(15% deduction)
91–120 days prior
₹7,000(20% deduction)
61–90 days prior

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Free changes for 48 hours
Swap dates, hotels, even guest count after we send the itinerary. No fees, no questions.
30% deposit only
Hold your booking with a 30% deposit (min ₹5,000). Balance due closer to travel — never upfront.
One real planner, all trip long
Same person from first call to last day on trip. WhatsApp answered in under 9 minutes.

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What is included in the Vietnam Saigon & Mekong 4N/5D Solo Explorer package?
The 4N/5D Vietnam package includes 4 nights stay — 2N The Hammock District 1 (or similar boutique-hostel private room), 2N Mekong family homestay (twin-share with another solo if needed); Daily breakfast; Communal-table dinners on Mekong nights (2 dinners); War Remnants + Cu Chi tunnels half-day with English-speaking guide. Final inclusions are confirmed in your custom itinerary before you pay.
What is the best time to visit Vietnam for this trip?
The best time to visit Vietnam for this trip is North Vietnam: September to April. South Vietnam: November to April. Da Nang: January to August.. Trust and Trip plans your dates around weather, festival calendars, and crowd levels — share your preferred travel month and we will validate.
Who is this Vietnam package best suited for?
This 4N/5D package is built for independent travellers, sabbatical takers, and weekend introverts. The pace, hotel category, and activity mix are tuned to that traveller type, and every detail can be adjusted before booking.
Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Vietnam is currently visa-free for Indian passport holders, subject to immigration rules at arrival. Trust and Trip can still help with documentation and travel insurance.
Can the itinerary be customised for our group?
Yes — every Trust and Trip itinerary is fully customisable. Hotels, day order, activities, and pace are tuned to your dates and preferences before any payment is taken. Customisation is free.
How much advance booking is required for Vietnam?
Trust and Trip recommends booking Vietnam trips at least 21 days in advance for the best hotel rates and confirmed availability. Tighter timelines are usually possible at a small surcharge.

Best time to travel

When Vietnam shines.

Climate windows tagged for this trip — peak months are hotel-priced accordingly, shoulder months trade weather for value.

Jan
Peak
Feb
Peak
Mar
Peak
Apr
May
Jun
Shoulder
Jul
Aug
Sep
Avoid
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak

Dec: Cool dry season — 25-28°C, perfect for street-walking.
Jan: Best month — dry, festive Tet preparations on the streets.
Feb: Cool + dry, Tet new year celebrations late in the month.
Mar: Hottest of the dry season but still very walkable.
Jun: Monsoon onset — short afternoon downpours, mornings clear.
Sep: Heaviest rainfall — Mekong flooding can disrupt sampan rides.

Need to know

Things to consider before the trip.

Weather
For up-to-date weather, check AccuWeather or your preferred forecasting service before you pack.
Air travel
We typically book Air India or IndiGo on Indian sectors and a star-alliance carrier internationally. Specific airline confirmed 15 days before departure.
Coach travel
AC vehicles sized for your group: sedan / SUV up to 4 pax, tempo traveller for 5–12, mini bus or 35-seater for larger groups.
Documents required
- Adult: Voter ID / Passport / Aadhaar / DL
- Child: Passport / Aadhaar / School ID
- Infant: Aadhaar / Birth certificate
- NRIs & foreign nationals: Passport + valid Indian visa
Health & insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Carry routine medicines. Consult your doctor for high-altitude segments (Ladakh, Spiti, Char Dham).
Payments
Cheque, DD, debit / credit card, NEFT / RTGS / IMPS. Card payments carry an additional 1.8% gateway fee. Cheques in favour of Trust and Trip Experiences Pvt. Ltd.

Standard hotel check-in is 1.30 PM and check-out 10 AM. For questions specific to your booking, message your planner.

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What makes this journey unforgettable.

Your journey, unfolded.

Land Saigon, settle in, Bui Vien food walk

Land Saigon, settle in, Bui Vien food walk

War Remnants Museum + Cu Chi Tunnels half-day

Transfer to Mekong, sampan + homestay arrival

Cai Rang floating-market sunrise + slow Mekong day

Mekong to Saigon, fly home

Comfort you’ll remember.

Handpicked stay

Same trip, less spend.

What’s in — and what’s not.

Anything you want to change?

Plan now, decide later.

₹0 to start

Free changes for 48 hours

30% deposit only

One real planner, all trip long

Travelers who’ve been there.

Six questions we hear most.

Things travelers always ask.

When Vietnam shines.

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