Phu Quoc Southern Island Discovery

Tour Code: PHU-03 Duration: Approx 8 Hours

Make your way to the southern area of Phu Quoc Island and uncover more insight about modern and past Vietnamese history and industry

Highlights:

• Gain Deeper Insight into the Phu Quoc’s most Famous Jewellery Export Industry by Visiting a Local Pearl farm
• Find out About the Darker side of Phu Quoc by Visiting the Infamous Coconut Prison and Learn more About the Brutal History of Colonization in Vietnam back in the old days
• Feast your eyes on the Stunning Scenery of the Sandy White Beach and the Turquoise Water as you make your way Around Bai Sao Beach

Tour Description:

There is so much more to Phu Quoc Island other than its stunning and pristine beaches. It is a thriving habitat for oysters and beautiful pearls, home to beautiful pagodas and temples and also full of historical and cultural monuments which are reflective of its darker and lesser known history. In the southern part of the island, you will find that Phu Quoc has so much more to offer when it comes to its historical, cultural and economic roots. Learn more about the famous pearl industry of the island, the lesser known history of prisoners and tortures on the island as you make your way around the rustic road of this jewel island.

Your first destination is the Pearl Farm. As one of Phu Quoc’s most famous and sought after export, pearl farming has become one of the industry staples of the island. The pristine and beautiful water of the island offers the perfect breeding ground for pearls to flourish and grow. During your visit, you will also have the chance to learn more on the process of cultivating oysters and how to properly raise and take care of it such that it increases the quality of the produced pearls. You will be surprised to know just how oysters are able to absorb salt and minerals from the water and convert them into the beautiful ball of jewellery called pearl. However, that is not all. You will also get to learn more about the darker side of history as you make your way to Coconut Prison (also known as Phu Quoc Prison). It was here that the French colonial rulers would dump prisoners and defectors back in the 1940s. Prisoners were also exposed to poor living conditions, small space and torturous treatment by their cellmaster, all cultivating in an inhumane display of cruelty. Exhibits are presented in the prison to help paint a clearer picture of the kind of treatment the prisoners are subjected to as well so you are in for an emotional and eye-opening ride.

Afterwards, you will go for lunch at a local restaurant before heading over to the Fish Sauce Factory as part of your culinary tour. From there, you will head to Bai Sao Beach and enjoy the seaside view before making your way to Ho Quoc Pagoda which is strategically and beautifully located by the mountain. From there on, you will conclude your tour and head back to your hotel to finish the journey.

Cancellation Policy:

• All cancellation from guest incur additional charges as follows:
• 48 hours before the departure day: 50% charge of the total tour cost.
• After 48 hours before the departure day or no-show: 100% charge of the total tour cost
• Customers cannot receive any types of compensation in the case of annulations is due to a force majeure

Pick-Up Time:

• 8:00 am – 8:30 am

What's Included:

• Transfer and transportation as per itinerary
• Foods as mentioned
• Bottled drinking water
• English speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
• Travel insurance

What's Not Included:

• Any Items Not Mentioned
• Tips and gratuities
•  Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone and beverage

Additional Information:

• Minimum two (2) pax for confirmation. This tour is subject to availability. Please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011) to inquire about the availability of this tour
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during the stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Phu Quoc. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.