Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Vietnamese Agriculture Experience

Immerse Yourself in Rural Life Learn about Vietnamese agriculture and its significance during visits to a local orchard and a country market. Depart by motor coach for a scenic drive through the countryside, passing by fertile rice paddies and rubber trees as you travel to a fruit orchard. Take a guided walk through the fruit garden and gain insight into Vietnamese rural life, followed by a tasting of freshly picked tropical fruits. Then, reboard your motor coach and journey to a Buddhist meditation pagoda nestled within a forest. Step inside for a glimpse of this Zen center, where monks and nuns travel to find inner peace, before heading to a café for refreshments. Sample authentic local treats, including Vietnamese coffee, known for its distinctive flavor profile. Your day concludes with a visit to a traditional country market, where you will have the opportunity to explore and purchase locally grown produce. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.