On our final morning for the trip the group headed to the Ho Chi Minh complex. We were very lucky today because the mausoleum containing his resting body of Ho Chi Minh was open for viewing. When we arrived, we walked slowly and in an orderly fashion into the large stone structure to see his body which was surrounded by security guards. The complex was very conservative and it was required that we were very respectful and stayed silent while seeing Ho Chi Minh’s body. After seeing his body the group walked to see Ho Chi Minh’s house which included his garage, kitchen, and home. After seeing the beautiful memorial we hopped back on the bus and travelled to the hotel to pack up and check out for the last time in Vietnam.
On this amazing trip we were lucky enough to have an incredible tour guide, Hai. He connected to everyone in the group and made our time in Vietnam so enjoyable. He was very funny most of the time but serious when needed. Here are some personal thoughts on this amazing man, from the group.
“Hai was an absolute legend and it will be hard to say goodbye. His bubbly personality, made the trip even funnier and more enjoyable”
“The trip would not have been the same without him.”
“I hope he enjoyed being with us as much as we did with him.”
“Hai was the funniest, most interesting, and most relatable guide we could’ve asked for. His openness and willingness to talk about his personal life has been much appreciated by myself, as well as the rest of the group. It will be impossible not to miss him back in Melbourne.”
We are now at Hanoi airport waiting for our flight to Ho Chi Minh City where we will connect to Melbourne. See you tomorrow!
Brock and Ben
