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
Amazing Mekong Delta Tour with Bunny
The tour was perfect for my boss, my 4-year-old son, and me. We were so lucky to have Bunny as our guide. She was engaging, knowledgeable, caring, and fun to be with. She knew a lot about the Mekong Delta and the surrounding areas, and shared many interesting stories and insights throughout the tour. We especially appreciated that she chose islands that were not too crowded and adjusted the pace of the tour to fit our group, including my young son. Thanks to her thoughtfulness, we were able to enjoy a relaxed and memorable experience. If you are thinking of doing the Mekong Delta trip, try and get Bunny as your guide. She is great.
Best guide ever!
We had the pleasure of having the same guide, Xem, for both the Cu Chi Tunnels tour and the Mekong Delta tour on two separate days, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable and answered every single question we had with patience and detail. Whenever we showed interest in something, he made sure we could experience it properly without ever making us feel rushed or pressured. What we appreciated most was how flexible and attentive he was. If a place was crowded, he would adjust the timing or wait so we could enjoy it more comfortably. He always gave us enough free time while still being very organized throughout the tours. We also want to mention our driver, who was excellent as well. He was very knowledgeable about the streets and routes, making every transfer smooth and comfortable, and he was always very kind and friendly. Both days felt relaxed, personal, and very well planned thanks to them. We truly learned a lot and enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended!
Xem is the best guide ever!
We had the luck to get Xem as our tour guide again (we did the Cu Chi tunnel with him) and was great again. He comes fome the mekong delta, knows everything and everybody around. It was great. Our driver was also very good
Great tour on Mekong river
We had great time on Mekong river with Xueng. She was polite, friendly and very knowledgeable about life along the Mekong delta.
Great day exploring local culture.
Emily was an amazing tour guide and did a lovely job explaining the history and significance of the places we visited. We had an excellent trip and would highly recommend this tour!