Con Dao Island, called Poulo Condore by western sailors, was for a long time famed for the notorious prisons and barbaric oppression under the French regime and during the American War. Today, it is an ideal place for beach lovers seeking of peace and natural beauty. Coming here, you will not only take a chance to learn its past but also enjoy bathing in pristine white sand beach, or walk through splintered sunlight in a tropical jungle. Away from the hustle and bustle of urban life, this visit is worth a while.
Code: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, G = Guide
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City/Con Dao (D, G)
Your time will be on your own until you will be driven to the airport for the flight to Con Dao. On arrival at Co Ong airport, you’ll find your resort bus picking up and transferring you to your hotel. The rest of time will be free for exploring Con Dao Townlet and relaxing at beach. Your overnight will be in Con Dao.
Con Dao, called Poulo Condore by Western sailors, housed a large and brutal prison for political convicts before 1975. A lot of Vietnamese hero was here during the wartime with French people. This area is far from the land to make sure that prisoner couldn’t escape.
Day 2: Con Dao (B, L, D, G)
Cluster of wild islets surrounded by emerald tranquil waters, Con Dao is home to a number of species of sea turtle and dugong. Escorted by a park ranger, take a full-day boat ride to Bay Canh Islet and Cau Islet, their natural habitat. After about 45 minutes cruising on board, you will reach Bay Canh islet where you can visit the Marine Turtle Conservation Station and learn about this rare marine species conservation, conquer the 325 m high mount to visit the lighthouse built in 1884, it is still operative now with its 72 km radius range, guiding ships and boats traffic, or visit the most beautiful mangrove garden among those in Con Dao, swim and watch the coral, rest, relax at the quiet, pristine, long beach with white smooth sand. Heading eastward of Con Son island, at the 30 minutes by boat distance, you will reach Cau islet which is one of the most significant spots for the rare wildlife conservation. Here, you can learn about the different interesting eco-systems and enjoy beautiful pristine landscape and pure, fresh air. Picnic lunch of seafood is arranged on board. Enjoy snorkeling and sunbathing on primitive beaches. You’ll spend the night in Con Dao.
Day 3: Con Dao/Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, G)
The morning programme features historical sites in town such as the Con Dao Museum and Tiger Cages – the most notorious former prison. In the afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the airport for a flight back to Ho Chi Minh City.
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Hotel list for Three Stars standard