VIETNAM MOTHERLAND TOUR - APRIL 2012
April 01, 2012: Arrive Saigon (L, D)
The group arrives in Saigon and welcomed by Viet, who have guided the Vietnam Motherland Tour for many years. Transfer to the hotel for check in. Brief lunch is at the local restaurant; followed by an orientation tour of Saigon, which recalls your former home land. Welcome dinner is in town.
Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 2, 2012: In Saigon (B, L, D)
This morning the group reunite with the local child- carers to visit our former homes where the adoptees had lived and been cared, including Phu My, New Haven, Hy Vong, To Am, etc. Lunch is at local restaurant. Dinner is at Vietnam House.
Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 3, 2012: In Saigon (B, L)
Morning visit to Cu Chi Tunnel, which was built by local VC fighters during the War; optional visit to Thien Phuoc Center, nursing home for Agent Orange affected children. Return to Saigon and free for leisure or shopping. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 4, 2012: In Saigon (B, L)
We join our child-care workers and head over the 1975 C-5 crash site to attend the 35th memorial service to remember those who lost their lives in the plane crash. After lunch, we continue exploring the city with visits to the former Presidential Palace, War Museum. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 5, 2012: Saigon – Mekong Delta (Can Tho) (B, L, D) We depart for the Mekong Delta to take some adoptees back to their motherland. We will discover the peaceful life of this rich agricultural cultivation and culture by experiencing the cruise on the Mekong River, tasting the tropical fruits, and enjoying lunch served with local specialties. Late afternoon we continue onto Can Tho for overnight stay at the riverside resort.
Overnight at Victoria Can Tho Resort
After breakfast, we visit Cantho Providence Orphanage. After lunch, we opt to go further down to Soc Trang for visiting Providence Soc Trang. Return to hotel for relaxation at the poolside. Overnight at Victoria Can Tho
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
April 7, 2012: Can Tho – Saigon – Hue (B, L, D)
Early morning cruise to visit the colourful floating market of Cai Rang, a unique trading activity in the delta, where hundred of trading boats converge to exchange farming products. Return to Saigon in the afternoon and catch the flight to Hue. Overnight at Saigon - Morin
April 8, 2012: In Hue (B, L, D)
April 9: Hue – Hoi An (B, L, D)
As an ancient capital of Vietnam for almost 200 years, Hue retains its old charms and historical landmarks of the regal past, including the Imperial City and royal tombs. We will visit the kings’ palace and their elaborate mausoleum, and other monuments built in 18-19th centuries. This evening dinner is hosted at the home of a former princess where the group will interact with family members and learn about the last Vietnam’s Nguyen Dynasty history.
Overnight at Saigon - Morin
After the morning cruise upstream the Perfume River, we take a scenic drive toward Danang where we visit the former Sacred Heart Orphanage and enjoy China Beach. Continue onto Hoi An, a UNESCO cultural heritage, famous for friendly people, special foods, and clothing service.
Overnight at a beach resort
April 10, 2012: In Hoi An (B, L, D)
We begin the morning with a walking tour of the Hoi An old town. As a former international trading port, Hoi An had experienced the inter- cultural exchange, inheriting the unique cultural landmarks by foreign merchants. We will see the Japanese Bridge, Pagoda Phuc Kien, Tan Ky Old House owned by the Chinese- Vietnamese generations, the ceramics museum, and other Buddhist temples dated in over 100 years ago. In the afternoon we opt to bike through the countryside of Hoi An to discover the hidden parts of this most visited town in Vietnam
Overnight at a beach resort
April 11, 2012: In Hoian (B)
We take option to spend the day exploring more this charming old town; shopping and having your clothes tailor made or relaxing on the beach. Overnight at beach resort
April 12, 2012: Danang – Saigon (B, D)
Breakfast in the hotel, and we have free time until transfer to the airport for the flight back to Saigon. Tonight our farewell dinner is arranged on the junk with the cruise on the Saigon River. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 13, 2012: Departure (B)
Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
Thailand extension
March 29, 2012: Arrive in Bangkok (by flight) (B)
On arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will process for passport control and immigration formality, then reclaim your checked luggage and go through Customs check point. Meet and greet after you have exited to public arrival hall, then process to waiting transportation for hotel
Overnight at Sofitel Silom March 30, 2012: Highlights of Bangkok (B, L)
Enjoy healthy breakfast at the hotel Then, we will take a 20 to 50 minute drive (depending on hotel location) to Wat Po in time to experience the monks’ morning chanting ritual starting at 9AM. One of the oldest temples in Bangkok, Wat Po is home to the famous 45m reclining Buddha; it is also the original school of traditional Thai massage. From here, take a tuk-tuk ride via Pak Klong Taland Flower Market towards The Grand Palace, the most important and impressive royal palace in Thailand. The mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most
revered Buddha image in Thailand is housed here.
Then, get a brief walk through local market to local pier, boarding an exclusive hot rod “007” long tailed boat for in search of Bangkokian’s local life style along the small canals of Thonburi. What you will see of this water borne way life is fascinating & it gives you a taste of a bygone era when much of the city life revolved around the rivers & its network of canals. You’ll be surprised at how different the city looks from the canals & how quickly you seem to be in the countryside. The water journey 1st stop is made at Wat Arun – the Temple of Dawn – one of the cities earliest temples, now often used as a symbol of the city & the country. It is beautifully decorated with China & porcelain.
Continue to Wat Trimitr, which houses a huge 5 ton solid Gold Buddha and cross the river again and embark for a drive to Chinatown and get a first-hand look at old Bangkok. Walk along Yaworat Road where you visit interesting shops selling anything imaginable. Enjoy a cup of Chinese tea with the locals at a very old teashop before exploring the bustling Talad Kao market, where a variety of food, fresh and dry fruits, and Chinese herbs are on offer. After visit, transfer back to the hotel for relaxing and enjoying the facilities of the hotel.
We will have some free time to meet with Sister Rosemary, who used to work with Sister Susan McDonald in taking care of the adoptees before 1975.
March 31, 2012: Day trip to Pattaya (B, L)
After breakfast, board your vehicle and drive to Pattaya (approximately 2.5 hours). On arrival, meet your friend and visit the grave at St. Nicholas Church – this special trip offers us the opportunity to reunite with those who lost their life on April 4 and has rested perpetually at this place since. We will spend a moment of silence to remember them. Enjoy lunch and then return to Bangkok for time at leisure
April 01, 2012: Bangkok – Saigon (B)
Relax on your own until time to check out and travel to the airport for your flight onward.
Regroup with the other participants who are not doing the Thailand extension to begin the Vietnam Motherland Tour from April 1 to April 13, 2012
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
B. Pricing: based on twin shared room at all hotels
C. Services to be included:
- Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast (4-star category) - Private bus for transfers and tours - English-speaking national guide throughout the trip - Admission fees; boat trips; domestic flights: Saigon-Hue, Da Nang-Saigon - Meals as specified on the itinerary; lunches and 1 hotel room at Victoria in Can Tho for 4 childcare workers joining the group in Saigon
- Tip for service team (drivers, porters, local guide) - Vietnam visa upon arrival approval letter processing
D. Services to be not included: - International flight into Vietnam and on Thailand side trip (see separate cost above) - Vietnam visa stamping fee to be paid at the airport on arrival ($25) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Private airport transfers for individual arrivals
Updated on Nov 21st, 2011
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
Group size
7-10 people
11-15 people
16-19 people
Vietnam main trip April 1-13, 2012
US$2594
US$2213
US$2006
Thailand land tour April 13-16, 2012
US$485
US$439
US$473
Round trip flight from Saigon to Bangkok $333
Sunday, November 27, 2011
VIETNAM MOTHERLAND TOUR Mar-April 2012
April 01, 2012: Arrive Saigon (L, D)
The group arrives in Saigon and welcomed by Viet, who have guided the Vietnam Motherland Tour for many years. Transfer to the hotel for check in. Brief lunch is at the local restaurant; followed by an orientation tour of Saigon, which recalls your former home land. Welcome dinner is in town.
Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 2, 2012: In Saigon (B, L, D)
This morning the group reunite with the local child- carers to visit our former homes where the adoptees had lived and been cared, including Phu My, New Haven, Hy Vong, To Am, etc. Lunch is at local restaurant. Dinner is at Vietnam House.
Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 3, 2012: In Saigon (B, L)
Morning visit to Cu Chi Tunnel, which was built by local VC fighters during the War; optional visit to Thien Phuoc Center, nursing home for Agent Orange affected children. Return to Saigon and free for leisure or shopping. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 4, 2012: In Saigon (B, L)
We join our child-care workers and head over the 1975 C-5 crash site to attend the 35th memorial service to remember those who lost their lives in the plane crash. After lunch, we continue exploring the city with visits to the former Presidential Palace, War Museum. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 5, 2012: Saigon – Mekong Delta (Can Tho) (B, L, D) We depart for the Mekong Delta to take some adoptees back to their motherland. We will discover the peaceful life of this rich agricultural cultivation and culture by experiencing the cruise on the Mekong River, tasting the tropical fruits, and enjoying lunch served with local specialties. Late afternoon we continue onto Can Tho for overnight stay at the riverside resort.
Overnight at Victoria Can Tho Resort
After breakfast, we visit Cantho Providence Orphanage. After lunch, we opt to go further down to Soc Trang for visiting Providence Soc Trang. Return to hotel for relaxation at the poolside. Overnight at Victoria Can Tho
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
April 7, 2012: Can Tho – Saigon – Hue (B, L, D)
Early morning cruise to visit the colourful floating market of Cai Rang, a unique trading activity in the delta, where hundred of trading boats converge to exchange farming products. Return to Saigon in the afternoon and catch the flight to Hue. Overnight at Saigon - Morin
April 8, 2012: In Hue (B, L, D)
April 9: Hue – Hoi An (B, L, D)
As an ancient capital of Vietnam for almost 200 years, Hue retains its old charms and historical landmarks of the regal past, including the Imperial City and royal tombs. We will visit the kings’ palace and their elaborate mausoleum, and other monuments built in 18-19th centuries. This evening dinner is hosted at the home of a former princess where the group will interact with family members and learn about the last Vietnam’s Nguyen Dynasty history.
Overnight at Saigon - Morin
After the morning cruise upstream the Perfume River, we take a scenic drive toward Danang where we visit the former Sacred Heart Orphanage and enjoy China Beach. Continue onto Hoi An, a UNESCO cultural heritage, famous for friendly people, special foods, and clothing service.
Overnight at a beach resort
April 10, 2012: In Hoi An (B, L, D)
We begin the morning with a walking tour of the Hoi An old town. As a former international trading port, Hoi An had experienced the inter- cultural exchange, inheriting the unique cultural landmarks by foreign merchants. We will see the Japanese Bridge, Pagoda Phuc Kien, Tan Ky Old House owned by the Chinese- Vietnamese generations, the ceramics museum, and other Buddhist temples dated in over 100 years ago. In the afternoon we opt to bike through the countryside of Hoi An to discover the hidden parts of this most visited town in Vietnam
Overnight at a beach resort
April 11, 2012: In Hoian (B)
We take option to spend the day exploring more this charming old town; shopping and having your clothes tailor made or relaxing on the beach. Overnight at beach resort
April 12, 2012: Danang – Saigon (B, D)
Breakfast in the hotel, and we have free time until transfer to the airport for the flight back to Saigon. Tonight our farewell dinner is arranged on the junk with the cruise on the Saigon River. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 13, 2012: Departure (B)
Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
Thailand extension
March 29, 2012: Arrive in Bangkok (by flight) (B)
On arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will process for passport control and immigration formality, then reclaim your checked luggage and go through Customs check point. Meet and greet after you have exited to public arrival hall, then process to waiting transportation for hotel
Overnight at Sofitel Silom March 30, 2012: Highlights of Bangkok (B, L)
Enjoy healthy breakfast at the hotel Then, we will take a 20 to 50 minute drive (depending on hotel location) to Wat Po in time to experience the monks’ morning chanting ritual starting at 9AM. One of the oldest temples in Bangkok, Wat Po is home to the famous 45m reclining Buddha; it is also the original school of traditional Thai massage. From here, take a tuk-tuk ride via Pak Klong Taland Flower Market towards The Grand Palace, the most important and impressive royal palace in Thailand. The mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most
revered Buddha image in Thailand is housed here.
Then, get a brief walk through local market to local pier, boarding an exclusive hot rod “007” long tailed boat for in search of Bangkokian’s local life style along the small canals of Thonburi. What you will see of this water borne way life is fascinating & it gives you a taste of a bygone era when much of the city life revolved around the rivers & its network of canals. You’ll be surprised at how different the city looks from the canals & how quickly you seem to be in the countryside. The water journey 1st stop is made at Wat Arun – the Temple of Dawn – one of the cities earliest temples, now often used as a symbol of the city & the country. It is beautifully decorated with China & porcelain.
Continue to Wat Trimitr, which houses a huge 5 ton solid Gold Buddha and cross the river again and embark for a drive to Chinatown and get a first-hand look at old Bangkok. Walk along Yaworat Road where you visit interesting shops selling anything imaginable. Enjoy a cup of Chinese tea with the locals at a very old teashop before exploring the bustling Talad Kao market, where a variety of food, fresh and dry fruits, and Chinese herbs are on offer. After visit, transfer back to the hotel for relaxing and enjoying the facilities of the hotel.
We will have some free time to meet with Sister Rosemary, who used to work with Sister Susan McDonald in taking care of the adoptees before 1975.
March 31, 2012: Day trip to Pattaya (B, L)
After breakfast, board your vehicle and drive to Pattaya (approximately 2.5 hours). On arrival, meet your friend and visit the grave at St. Nicholas Church – this special trip offers us the opportunity to reunite with those who lost their life on April 4 and has rested perpetually at this place since. We will spend a moment of silence to remember them. Enjoy lunch and then return to Bangkok for time at leisure
April 01, 2012: Bangkok – Saigon (B)
Relax on your own until time to check out and travel to the airport for your flight onward.
Regroup with the other participants who are not doing the Thailand extension to begin the Vietnam Motherland Tour from April 1 to April 13, 2012
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
B. Pricing: based on twin shared room at all hotels
C. Services to be included:
- Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast (4-star category) - Private bus for transfers and tours - English-speaking national guide throughout the trip - Admission fees; boat trips; domestic flights: Saigon-Hue, Da Nang-Saigon - Meals as specified on the itinerary; lunches and 1 hotel room at Victoria in Can Tho for 4 childcare workers joining the group in Saigon
- Tip for service team (drivers, porters, local guide) - Vietnam visa upon arrival approval letter processing
D. Services to be not included: - International flight into Vietnam and on Thailand side trip (see separate cost above) - Vietnam visa stamping fee to be paid at the airport on arrival ($25) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Private airport transfers for individual arrivals
Updated on Nov 21st, 2011
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
April 01, 2012: Arrive Saigon (L, D)
The group arrives in Saigon and welcomed by Viet, who have guided the Vietnam Motherland Tour for many years. Transfer to the hotel for check in. Brief lunch is at the local restaurant; followed by an orientation tour of Saigon, which recalls your former home land. Welcome dinner is in town.
Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 2, 2012: In Saigon (B, L, D)
This morning the group reunite with the local child- carers to visit our former homes where the adoptees had lived and been cared, including Phu My, New Haven, Hy Vong, To Am, etc. Lunch is at local restaurant. Dinner is at Vietnam House.
Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 3, 2012: In Saigon (B, L)
Morning visit to Cu Chi Tunnel, which was built by local VC fighters during the War; optional visit to Thien Phuoc Center, nursing home for Agent Orange affected children. Return to Saigon and free for leisure or shopping. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 4, 2012: In Saigon (B, L)
We join our child-care workers and head over the 1975 C-5 crash site to attend the 35th memorial service to remember those who lost their lives in the plane crash. After lunch, we continue exploring the city with visits to the former Presidential Palace, War Museum. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 5, 2012: Saigon – Mekong Delta (Can Tho) (B, L, D) We depart for the Mekong Delta to take some adoptees back to their motherland. We will discover the peaceful life of this rich agricultural cultivation and culture by experiencing the cruise on the Mekong River, tasting the tropical fruits, and enjoying lunch served with local specialties. Late afternoon we continue onto Can Tho for overnight stay at the riverside resort.
Overnight at Victoria Can Tho Resort
After breakfast, we visit Cantho Providence Orphanage. After lunch, we opt to go further down to Soc Trang for visiting Providence Soc Trang. Return to hotel for relaxation at the poolside. Overnight at Victoria Can Tho
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
April 7, 2012: Can Tho – Saigon – Hue (B, L, D)
Early morning cruise to visit the colourful floating market of Cai Rang, a unique trading activity in the delta, where hundred of trading boats converge to exchange farming products. Return to Saigon in the afternoon and catch the flight to Hue. Overnight at Saigon - Morin
April 8, 2012: In Hue (B, L, D)
April 9: Hue – Hoi An (B, L, D)
As an ancient capital of Vietnam for almost 200 years, Hue retains its old charms and historical landmarks of the regal past, including the Imperial City and royal tombs. We will visit the kings’ palace and their elaborate mausoleum, and other monuments built in 18-19th centuries. This evening dinner is hosted at the home of a former princess where the group will interact with family members and learn about the last Vietnam’s Nguyen Dynasty history.
Overnight at Saigon - Morin
After the morning cruise upstream the Perfume River, we take a scenic drive toward Danang where we visit the former Sacred Heart Orphanage and enjoy China Beach. Continue onto Hoi An, a UNESCO cultural heritage, famous for friendly people, special foods, and clothing service.
Overnight at a beach resort
April 10, 2012: In Hoi An (B, L, D)
We begin the morning with a walking tour of the Hoi An old town. As a former international trading port, Hoi An had experienced the inter- cultural exchange, inheriting the unique cultural landmarks by foreign merchants. We will see the Japanese Bridge, Pagoda Phuc Kien, Tan Ky Old House owned by the Chinese- Vietnamese generations, the ceramics museum, and other Buddhist temples dated in over 100 years ago. In the afternoon we opt to bike through the countryside of Hoi An to discover the hidden parts of this most visited town in Vietnam
Overnight at a beach resort
April 11, 2012: In Hoian (B)
We take option to spend the day exploring more this charming old town; shopping and having your clothes tailor made or relaxing on the beach. Overnight at beach resort
April 12, 2012: Danang – Saigon (B, D)
Breakfast in the hotel, and we have free time until transfer to the airport for the flight back to Saigon. Tonight our farewell dinner is arranged on the junk with the cruise on the Saigon River. Overnight at the Grand hotel
April 13, 2012: Departure (B)
Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
Thailand extension
March 29, 2012: Arrive in Bangkok (by flight) (B)
On arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will process for passport control and immigration formality, then reclaim your checked luggage and go through Customs check point. Meet and greet after you have exited to public arrival hall, then process to waiting transportation for hotel
Overnight at Sofitel Silom March 30, 2012: Highlights of Bangkok (B, L)
Enjoy healthy breakfast at the hotel Then, we will take a 20 to 50 minute drive (depending on hotel location) to Wat Po in time to experience the monks’ morning chanting ritual starting at 9AM. One of the oldest temples in Bangkok, Wat Po is home to the famous 45m reclining Buddha; it is also the original school of traditional Thai massage. From here, take a tuk-tuk ride via Pak Klong Taland Flower Market towards The Grand Palace, the most important and impressive royal palace in Thailand. The mysterious Emerald Buddha, the most
revered Buddha image in Thailand is housed here.
Then, get a brief walk through local market to local pier, boarding an exclusive hot rod “007” long tailed boat for in search of Bangkokian’s local life style along the small canals of Thonburi. What you will see of this water borne way life is fascinating & it gives you a taste of a bygone era when much of the city life revolved around the rivers & its network of canals. You’ll be surprised at how different the city looks from the canals & how quickly you seem to be in the countryside. The water journey 1st stop is made at Wat Arun – the Temple of Dawn – one of the cities earliest temples, now often used as a symbol of the city & the country. It is beautifully decorated with China & porcelain.
Continue to Wat Trimitr, which houses a huge 5 ton solid Gold Buddha and cross the river again and embark for a drive to Chinatown and get a first-hand look at old Bangkok. Walk along Yaworat Road where you visit interesting shops selling anything imaginable. Enjoy a cup of Chinese tea with the locals at a very old teashop before exploring the bustling Talad Kao market, where a variety of food, fresh and dry fruits, and Chinese herbs are on offer. After visit, transfer back to the hotel for relaxing and enjoying the facilities of the hotel.
We will have some free time to meet with Sister Rosemary, who used to work with Sister Susan McDonald in taking care of the adoptees before 1975.
March 31, 2012: Day trip to Pattaya (B, L)
After breakfast, board your vehicle and drive to Pattaya (approximately 2.5 hours). On arrival, meet your friend and visit the grave at St. Nicholas Church – this special trip offers us the opportunity to reunite with those who lost their life on April 4 and has rested perpetually at this place since. We will spend a moment of silence to remember them. Enjoy lunch and then return to Bangkok for time at leisure
April 01, 2012: Bangkok – Saigon (B)
Relax on your own until time to check out and travel to the airport for your flight onward.
Regroup with the other participants who are not doing the Thailand extension to begin the Vietnam Motherland Tour from April 1 to April 13, 2012
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
B. Pricing: based on twin shared room at all hotels
C. Services to be included:
- Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast (4-star category) - Private bus for transfers and tours - English-speaking national guide throughout the trip - Admission fees; boat trips; domestic flights: Saigon-Hue, Da Nang-Saigon - Meals as specified on the itinerary; lunches and 1 hotel room at Victoria in Can Tho for 4 childcare workers joining the group in Saigon
- Tip for service team (drivers, porters, local guide) - Vietnam visa upon arrival approval letter processing
D. Services to be not included: - International flight into Vietnam and on Thailand side trip (see separate cost above) - Vietnam visa stamping fee to be paid at the airport on arrival ($25) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Private airport transfers for individual arrivals
Updated on Nov 21st, 2011
69/3 Nguyen Trai St., Dist5; HCMC. Tel: +84 39244207; Fax: +84 39244209. Email: info@vietorienttours.com. Website: www.vietorienttours.com
Monday, July 23, 2007
Some orphanages in Vietnam 1967-1975
Operated by Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres:
Phu My (home for 1500 homeless, including orphans, abandoned children and orphans with polio) 2 miles from Saigon center.
Viet Hoa in Cholon
St. Paul’s Orphanage in Bien Hoa
Orphanage in My Tho
St. Paul’s Orphanage in Vinh Long
St. Enfance Orphanage in Vinh Binh
St. Paul’s Orphanage in Qui Nhon
Sacred Heart/Sacre Coeur in Danang
Orphanage in Hoi An
Kim Long Orphanage in Hue
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Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul:
Caritas Nutritional Center (nevertheless had abandoned babies) on Tu Xuong St., Saigon
Regina Pacis also on Tu Xuong in Saigon; large vocational school, boarding school and day school, polio unit, and sometimes children from there had no known parents.
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Sisters of Divine Providence: (orphanages in the delta area)
Orphanage at Can Tho (still exists, has been recently completely taken over by government, although Sr. Danielle, present there in 1975, is in a nearby convent. (Sr. Eugenie was responsible, Sr. Eugenie now in retirement center at Culaogieng; Sr. Anicet was also a nurse, then went to assist Montanyards in 1971)
Orphanage in Soc Trang (Soc Trang is also called Khanh Hung) now boarding school for hill tribe children, building still intact, Sr. Marie Marthe and Sr. Sylvie are there, were there from 1967-1975. (Ba Xuyen province)
Orphanage at Sadec (orphanage register is intact at Sadec today)
Orphanage at Rach Gia
Orphanage at Culaogieng, province of An Giang
Orphanage at Bac Lieu
Orphanage at Ba Xuyen
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Good Shepherd Sisters
Orphanage in Vinh Long, and home for unwed mothers (is now a police station, you can see the orphanage from the gate)
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Redemptorist Orphanage aka Dong Chua Cuu The aka Pere Olivier’s Orphanage aka Truong Minh Giang (located on an alley near Truong Minh Giang St. not far from Truong Minh Giang Market)
Pere Olivier died some years ago. There are still Redemptorist Priests there, and the church near the orphanage buildings, now otherwise occupied. Baptismal records are here and could be helpful. Ask for Fr Peter Thuam.
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Dominican Sisters:
The Orphanage of Tan Mai (still in operation, Dominican Sisters still there)
Co nhi Vien Tan Mai just outside of Bien Hoa
St. Rose of Lima in Hoc Mon (orphanage buildings still there, Sisters are very welcoming of adoptees)
Tan Binh Orphange in Cam Ranh; Sr. Mary Lieu (I don’t know the order she belonged to.)
Sao Mai Orphanage, Cam Ranh (also don’t know who ran this orphanage, was Catholic Orphanage, run by Sisters)
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Sancta Maria Orphanage, in Gia Dinh Province near Saigon
Operated by Andre Nguyen Van Vung, Andre’s sister Caroline is married to an Australian man, Bela Venzel and they are now in Australia. Peter Hill is best contact now for Sancta Maria orphanage.
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Hoi Duc Anh Orphanage
Located at the corner of Cong Quynh and Vo Tanh (old street names) in Saigon.
Still exists, looks the same with some additions to kitchen area. Now a boarding school for the Blind. Adoptees are welcome to see the buildings.
Look up Phu Lam Joe Rokus on the web, an army unit helped out a good deal at Hoi Duc Anh and would love to hear from anyone from this orphanage.
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An Lac Orphanage in Saigon
Mme. Ngai was the director, Betty Tisdale, long time supporter of this orphanage. You can find her easily on the web.
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Xom Chieu Orphanage, Saigon
Located at Khanh Ha, Saigon 4. Parish priest in 60’s-70’s was Fr. Joseph Pham van Dau
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China Beach Orphanage, Danang
This was a large Protestant orphanage operated by a group of missionaries.
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Vung Tau Christian Home
Located at Vung Tau, small orphanage run by Mr. and Mrs. Warren
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Sisters of the Congregation Lovers of the Cross
Go Vap Orphanage, (still in operation, no records available)
Was largest orphanage in Vietnam, located in the Go Vap District, of Gia Dinh Province, about 8 miles from central Saigon. Sr. Lucy was director of this orphanage. Some annexes of this orphanage were in Thu Duc, also Gia DInh Province.
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Operated by Catholic Sisters, unknown communities.
Phan Thiet, provincial orphanage, adoptions mainly in France, arranged by direct contact with families or French adoption Organizations or through Mere Ange in Danang. Children would transit in one of our nurseries in Saigon (Hy Vong, New Haven, To Am or Allambie or at Phu My until documents in order.
Thuy Hoa Orphange, children also brought from here in transit and stayed at one of our four nurseries.
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Tu Du , Saigon’s largest Maternity on the corner of Cong Quynh and Hong Thap Tu. Had numbers of babies abandoned each month. A Sister of St. Vincent de Paul would often contact us directly (Rosemary Taylor’s group which became known as FCVN for a few months in 1973, then FFAC, Friends for All Children, also in 1973). Rosemary worked in Vietnam since 1967, the Department of Social Welfare decided we needed a name, especially since we were caring for such large numbers of children.
Sr. Vincent, who was at Tu Du in the 70’s has also been at Tu Du in the past few years, as we have visited her there. I am not certain if she is still there.
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City of Thu Duc in Thu Duc Province.
Benedictine Sisters had a monastery there, have a monastery there today.
Children with no known parents, who were at the Maternity in Thu Duc or left in the area, were taken to the Benedictine Sisters, who had no facility for caring for children. They either took the babies themselves or there were a group of French women who assisted them to take children to Tan Mai in Bien Hoa, St. Paul’s in Bien Hoa, to Caritas, or to us (Hy Vong, New Haven, Allambie, To Am—FFAC)
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Friends For All Children—Rosemary Taylor
Dedicated to children with no known families (98% of children had no known families)
These nurseries had a total of 400+ children at any one time.
Hy Vong—Intensive Care Nursery, Saigon
New Haven—also Intensive Care as well as nursery for babies once they got well
To Am—nursery for sick and well 3 month old infants-toddlers
Allambie—home for some babies, toddlers and mainly children 3-7 years.
Other agencies in Saigon included Holt, Catholic Relief Services (Sister Kateri Kovermann), Pearl Buck Foundation, Okendon Venture (England), International Social Services, Friends of Children of Vietnam (1973-1975). I am sure there were others.
I have information about some of these orphanages, photos of some of the orphanages, additional contact information for some. You can contact me susanmcdo@aol.com. Sr. Susan Carol McDonald
Phu My (home for 1500 homeless, including orphans, abandoned children and orphans with polio) 2 miles from Saigon center.
Viet Hoa in Cholon
St. Paul’s Orphanage in Bien Hoa
Orphanage in My Tho
St. Paul’s Orphanage in Vinh Long
St. Enfance Orphanage in Vinh Binh
St. Paul’s Orphanage in Qui Nhon
Sacred Heart/Sacre Coeur in Danang
Orphanage in Hoi An
Kim Long Orphanage in Hue
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Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul:
Caritas Nutritional Center (nevertheless had abandoned babies) on Tu Xuong St., Saigon
Regina Pacis also on Tu Xuong in Saigon; large vocational school, boarding school and day school, polio unit, and sometimes children from there had no known parents.
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Sisters of Divine Providence: (orphanages in the delta area)
Orphanage at Can Tho (still exists, has been recently completely taken over by government, although Sr. Danielle, present there in 1975, is in a nearby convent. (Sr. Eugenie was responsible, Sr. Eugenie now in retirement center at Culaogieng; Sr. Anicet was also a nurse, then went to assist Montanyards in 1971)
Orphanage in Soc Trang (Soc Trang is also called Khanh Hung) now boarding school for hill tribe children, building still intact, Sr. Marie Marthe and Sr. Sylvie are there, were there from 1967-1975. (Ba Xuyen province)
Orphanage at Sadec (orphanage register is intact at Sadec today)
Orphanage at Rach Gia
Orphanage at Culaogieng, province of An Giang
Orphanage at Bac Lieu
Orphanage at Ba Xuyen
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Good Shepherd Sisters
Orphanage in Vinh Long, and home for unwed mothers (is now a police station, you can see the orphanage from the gate)
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Redemptorist Orphanage aka Dong Chua Cuu The aka Pere Olivier’s Orphanage aka Truong Minh Giang (located on an alley near Truong Minh Giang St. not far from Truong Minh Giang Market)
Pere Olivier died some years ago. There are still Redemptorist Priests there, and the church near the orphanage buildings, now otherwise occupied. Baptismal records are here and could be helpful. Ask for Fr Peter Thuam.
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Dominican Sisters:
The Orphanage of Tan Mai (still in operation, Dominican Sisters still there)
Co nhi Vien Tan Mai just outside of Bien Hoa
St. Rose of Lima in Hoc Mon (orphanage buildings still there, Sisters are very welcoming of adoptees)
Tan Binh Orphange in Cam Ranh; Sr. Mary Lieu (I don’t know the order she belonged to.)
Sao Mai Orphanage, Cam Ranh (also don’t know who ran this orphanage, was Catholic Orphanage, run by Sisters)
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Sancta Maria Orphanage, in Gia Dinh Province near Saigon
Operated by Andre Nguyen Van Vung, Andre’s sister Caroline is married to an Australian man, Bela Venzel and they are now in Australia. Peter Hill is best contact now for Sancta Maria orphanage.
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Hoi Duc Anh Orphanage
Located at the corner of Cong Quynh and Vo Tanh (old street names) in Saigon.
Still exists, looks the same with some additions to kitchen area. Now a boarding school for the Blind. Adoptees are welcome to see the buildings.
Look up Phu Lam Joe Rokus on the web, an army unit helped out a good deal at Hoi Duc Anh and would love to hear from anyone from this orphanage.
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An Lac Orphanage in Saigon
Mme. Ngai was the director, Betty Tisdale, long time supporter of this orphanage. You can find her easily on the web.
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Xom Chieu Orphanage, Saigon
Located at Khanh Ha, Saigon 4. Parish priest in 60’s-70’s was Fr. Joseph Pham van Dau
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China Beach Orphanage, Danang
This was a large Protestant orphanage operated by a group of missionaries.
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Vung Tau Christian Home
Located at Vung Tau, small orphanage run by Mr. and Mrs. Warren
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Sisters of the Congregation Lovers of the Cross
Go Vap Orphanage, (still in operation, no records available)
Was largest orphanage in Vietnam, located in the Go Vap District, of Gia Dinh Province, about 8 miles from central Saigon. Sr. Lucy was director of this orphanage. Some annexes of this orphanage were in Thu Duc, also Gia DInh Province.
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Operated by Catholic Sisters, unknown communities.
Phan Thiet, provincial orphanage, adoptions mainly in France, arranged by direct contact with families or French adoption Organizations or through Mere Ange in Danang. Children would transit in one of our nurseries in Saigon (Hy Vong, New Haven, To Am or Allambie or at Phu My until documents in order.
Thuy Hoa Orphange, children also brought from here in transit and stayed at one of our four nurseries.
+++++++++
Tu Du , Saigon’s largest Maternity on the corner of Cong Quynh and Hong Thap Tu. Had numbers of babies abandoned each month. A Sister of St. Vincent de Paul would often contact us directly (Rosemary Taylor’s group which became known as FCVN for a few months in 1973, then FFAC, Friends for All Children, also in 1973). Rosemary worked in Vietnam since 1967, the Department of Social Welfare decided we needed a name, especially since we were caring for such large numbers of children.
Sr. Vincent, who was at Tu Du in the 70’s has also been at Tu Du in the past few years, as we have visited her there. I am not certain if she is still there.
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City of Thu Duc in Thu Duc Province.
Benedictine Sisters had a monastery there, have a monastery there today.
Children with no known parents, who were at the Maternity in Thu Duc or left in the area, were taken to the Benedictine Sisters, who had no facility for caring for children. They either took the babies themselves or there were a group of French women who assisted them to take children to Tan Mai in Bien Hoa, St. Paul’s in Bien Hoa, to Caritas, or to us (Hy Vong, New Haven, Allambie, To Am—FFAC)
+++++++
Friends For All Children—Rosemary Taylor
Dedicated to children with no known families (98% of children had no known families)
These nurseries had a total of 400+ children at any one time.
Hy Vong—Intensive Care Nursery, Saigon
New Haven—also Intensive Care as well as nursery for babies once they got well
To Am—nursery for sick and well 3 month old infants-toddlers
Allambie—home for some babies, toddlers and mainly children 3-7 years.
Other agencies in Saigon included Holt, Catholic Relief Services (Sister Kateri Kovermann), Pearl Buck Foundation, Okendon Venture (England), International Social Services, Friends of Children of Vietnam (1973-1975). I am sure there were others.
I have information about some of these orphanages, photos of some of the orphanages, additional contact information for some. You can contact me susanmcdo@aol.com. Sr. Susan Carol McDonald
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