Mekong Delta Full-Day Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the lush waterways of the Mekong Delta
- Visit traditional villages and local workshops
- Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch by the river
- Experience a boat ride through coconut palm forests
- Discover the rich culture and history of the region
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Ho Chi Minh City
- Boat rides through My Tho and Ben Tre
- Lunch at a local riverside restaurant
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
Departing at 8:00 AM, from your Ho Chi Minh City hotel, heading to the Mekong Delta by minivan or bus. During the 1.5 hour drive, pass by green rice fields before arriving at the beautiful rural My Tho. Along the way, we will visit Vinh Trang pagoda, the biggest pagoda in the Mekong delta. Continue to My Tho
at the beautiful rural My Tho. Your morning trip continues from here by motorized boat on the Tien River to the Qui (Tortoise islet). On the way, see the fishing port, boat-building workshops, and the Dragon, Phoenix and Unicorn Islet. Walk into the village, where you can visit a local fruit garden and enjoy the tropical fruit while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by islanders. Here you also can join the daily activities of the local people and take in the atmosphere of this beautiful natural countryside. Visit the bee house, and take the picture of the pythons. Lunch will be served right in the heart of the orchard garden. The boat cruise will lead you through Bao Dinh canal, entering Ben Tre province.
entering Ben Tre province — “the land of coconuts.” Here you’ll see a typical agricultural model called “Garden – Pond – Cage,” before visiting the coconut candy-making shop. Next, enjoy a rowing boat trip on the small canal, fully covered by the shadow of the water coconut trees. After your boat ride, take an electric car around the island before returning to the bus. You will arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City at around 4:30 to 5:00 PM.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is private and can be customized to your preferences.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from central Ho Chi Minh City locations.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and boat rides.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent to protect against sun and bugs.
- Carry a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and vibrant local life.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveler reviews
Mekong Delra Full Day Trip VIP private tour
The tour was enjoyable and Bin was a wonderful guide, very polite, knowledgeable, and informative. The private tour is a great option. The car was clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed the day trip and lunch in the local village delicious. Thank you Bin for a great experience.
Great Vietnam experience, day trip
Hannah, was a great guide. We had an amazing day trip to the Mekong Delta. The farm where we chose our own coconut, honey tea was amazing, the lunch place had activities that kept our kids busy
Loved this tour. Hannah...
Loved this tour. Hannah is friendly, resourceful, and considerate. We had the best time learning from her about the history and the culture, while trying yummy food from the locals. Highly recommend!
Great day at the delta with Hannah
Hannah was a great guide - gave deep explanations about the delta, boats, temple, and food. She even gave good advice on how to open a coconut.🥥 🥤 The fruits were delicious and the weather was perfect.
Private Mekong tour
Great trip!!! This was our second private day trip with Jen and well worth. She’s well informed and very knowledgeable about her beautiful country. Transportation was cool and comfortable, the lunch was traditional - Mekong was fascinating and alligator feeding was unexpected!! Loved it!