Saigon surprised me. I flew down from Da Nang expecting a concrete jungle with mediocre golf, and instead found three genuinely world-class courses within 90 minutes of District 1. The Bluffs Ho Tram alone would justify the trip — but combine it with Long Thanh’s 36 holes, Twin Doves’ mountain setting, and Saigon’s legendary food scene, and you’ve got an HCMC golf package that rivals anything in the country.
At a glance:
- Courses: 4 championship options within 45–90 min of HCMC center
- Package cost: $600–1,500 per person (5 days, 3 rounds, hotel included)
- Best months: November–April (dry season, 28–32°C)
- Airport: Tan Son Nhat (SGN) — direct flights from 20+ cities
- Unique: Combine golf with Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta, rooftop bars
HCMC Golf Package: 5-Day Itinerary Overview
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive SGN, hotel check-in | Driving range warm-up | Bui Vien Street / rooftop bar |
| Day 2 | Long Thanh Golf Club (East) | Long Thanh (West Course) | District 2 dinner |
| Day 3 | Cu Chi Tunnels tour | Twin Doves Golf Club | Ben Thanh Market night food |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Ho Tram (2h) | The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip | Ho Tram resort evening |
| Day 5 | Ho Tram beach / spa | Return to SGN | Departure or extend |
Day 2: Long Thanh Golf Club — 36 Holes of Southern Vietnam’s Best
Long Thanh Golf Club sits 45 minutes northeast of HCMC in Dong Nai province — 36 holes split between the East Course (championship, 7,100 yards) and West Course (resort-style, 6,800 yards). Green fees: $60–90 per 18 holes including caddie. The East Course hosted the Vietnam Open in 2015 and 2018, with elevation changes that create genuine strategic interest on every hole. Your HCMC golf package should always start here — it’s the best warm-up day because both courses are forgiving off the tee.
Insider tip: Book the 6:30 AM tee time on the East Course. You’ll finish by 11 AM before the midday heat peaks at 34°C, grab lunch at the clubhouse (surprisingly good pho for a golf club), then play the West Course at 1:30 PM when afternoon rates drop 20%.
Day 3: Twin Doves Golf Club — Mountain Escape 90 Minutes from Saigon
Twin Doves Golf Club in Binh Duong province offers something the HCMC golf package circuit usually lacks: elevation. The course climbs through rubber tree plantations and natural woodland, with holes 7–12 playing along a ridgeline that offers genuine panoramic views. Green fees: $50–80 including caddie. The 15th hole — a 195-yard par 3 over a ravine — is the most photographed hole in Southern Vietnam outside The Bluffs.
Combine your morning with a Cu Chi Tunnels half-day tour ($25–35 via Klook). The tunnels are en route to Twin Doves, making this a perfect culture-plus-golf day. Your driver handles both stops — book a private car for $45–55 round trip.
Day 4: The Bluffs Ho Tram — Greg Norman’s Cliff-Top Masterpiece
The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip is the crown jewel of any HCMC golf package and one of the top 5 courses in all of Vietnam. Designed by Greg Norman, it plays across dramatic sand dunes and cliff edges above the South China Sea. Green fees: $100–160, and worth every dollar. The front nine weaves through coastal scrubland with ocean glimpses on every hole. The back nine delivers the knockout — holes 14–17 play directly along the cliff face with 50-meter drops to the beach below.
The 2-hour drive from HCMC is part of the experience. Book a night at The Grand Ho Tram Strip ($120–200/night) — the resort is attached to the course, and morning rounds with sunrise over the South China Sea are genuinely unforgettable. For our full review, read The Bluffs Ho Tram Review 2026.
HCMC Golf Package Cost Breakdown
| Item | Budget | Mid-Range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel (4 nights HCMC + 1 night Ho Tram) | $200 | $450 | $900 |
| Green fees (3 rounds) | $170 | $250 | $380 |
| Caddie tips (3 rounds) | $24 | $36 | $48 |
| Transfers (airport + courses) | $60 | $80 | $120 |
| Food & drinks (5 days) | $100 | $200 | $400 |
| Cu Chi / Mekong tour | $25 | $40 | $65 |
| Total per person | $579 | $1,056 | $1,913 |
Where to Stay: HCMC Hotels for Golfers
Stay in District 1 or District 3 for the best balance of nightlife access and course proximity. Top picks: Liberty Central Saigon ($60–90/night, rooftop pool with Saigon River views), Hotel Nikko Saigon ($100–150/night, Japanese service standards, golf concierge), or Park Hyatt Saigon ($200–350/night, colonial elegance, 5-minute walk to Opera House). All three arrange golf transfers with 24-hour notice.
🏌️ Dave’s Take: Don’t skip The Bluffs. I’ve played 60+ courses in Vietnam and it’s in my top 3. Yes, the 2-hour drive is a commitment. Yes, the green fee is the highest on this HCMC golf package itinerary. But standing on the 15th tee with nothing but cliff, sand, and ocean in front of you — that’s a golf memory that lasts forever. Book The Grand for one night and make it an overnight.
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