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Mekong Delta Tour – My Tho – Ben Tre

Ben Tre, My Tho, Southern Vietnam
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Tour Code

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Duration

1 Day

Departure

Ho Chi Minh City

Tour type

Cultural & Rural

Tour Overview

MEKONG DELTA DISCOVERY FULL DAY TOUR – MY THO & BEN TRE

The Mekong Delta Discovery Full Day – My Tho & Ben Tre Tour offers an authentic journey into the lush waterways and rural life of southern Vietnam. Departing from Ho Chi Minh City, travelers cruise along the famous Mekong River. Visit the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda, and explore the peaceful islands surrounded by coconut groves and fruit orchards.

This immersive day trip includes a hand-rowed sampan ride through shaded canals, visits to local honey farms and coconut candy workshops, and a chance to enjoy traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music. With cycling through village paths and authentic Mekong cuisine for lunch, the My Tho & Ben Tre Tour delivers a memorable cultural and nature experience in the heart of the Mekong Delta.

Highlights:

  • Mekong River Cruise: Scenic boat ride passing four famous islands – Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.
  • Vinh Trang Pagoda: Visit a beautiful 19th-century pagoda combining Vietnamese, Khmer, and Chinese architecture.
  • Tropical Fruit & Folk Music: Enjoy local fruits and live Southern Vietnamese music.
  • Hand-Rowed Sampan Ride: Glide through coconut-shaded canals.
  • Honey Farm Visit: Taste fresh honey tea and learn about beekeeping traditions.
  • Coconut Candy Workshop: See how handmade sweets are produced.
  • Cycling through Villages: Experience local life and meet friendly villagers.
  • Lunch at Riverside Restaurant: Savor authentic Mekong cuisine.

Itinerary

Day 01

Mekong Delta Tour - My Tho - Ben Tre

07:30 – 08:00 – Pick-up at hotels in District 1 or meeting point, depart for My Tho (1.5-hour drive).

  • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the most beautiful temples in the region.
  • Board a boat to explore the Mekong River, passing the four famous islands.
  • Stop at Unicorn Island, taste tropical fruits & enjoy a folk music performance.
  • Visit a honey bee farm, taste honey tea.
  • Explore a coconut candy workshop, see how sweets are made.

12:30 – Lunch at a local riverside restaurant.

  • Optional: Short cycling trip around Tan Thach Village or relax in a hammock.

15:30 – Depart for Ho Chi Minh City.

17:30 – Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City. End of services.

What's Included

Included

  • Air-conditioned 16-seat minivan
  • English-speaking guide
  • Boat trip on the Mekong River
  • Hand-rowed sampan ride
  • Tropical fruit tasting & honey tea
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • 1 bottle of mineral water per person

Excluded

  • Travel insurance
  • Extra meals & drinks
  • Tips & personal expenses

Note:

  • Daily departure.
  • Pick-up service: Hotels in District 1 (except Sai Gon Ward & Tan Dinh Ward). Guests outside District 1 must meet at the meeting point (112 Tran Hung Dao St., Ben Thanh Ward) by 08:00.

Children Policy:

  • Under 3 years: Free of charge (sharing with parents).
  • 4–9 years: 85% of adult rate (sharing with parents).
  • Above 9 years: Adult rate applies.
  • Max. 1 free child per 2 paying adults; extra children pay full rate.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Less than 24 hours before departure → 100% charge.

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