Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day from Ho Chi Minh City offers an immersive escape from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City into the laid-back, lush landscapes of rural Vietnam. The tour provides a fascinating insight into the daily life of the locals. That is the biggest “rice basket” of Vietnam. And is packed with authentic cultural experiences. Trip is highly recommended on TripAdvisor and Viator with Great Reviews and Best Price.
- Scenic River Cruise: The adventure typically begins with a motorboat trip along the Tien River, part of the mighty Mekong. Here you can observe floating houses, fishing ports, and the four mythical islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.
- Explore Local Industries: You’ll visit family-run workshops to sample and see how traditional products are made. These are Coconut Candy Factory, Sleeping Mat. Bee Farm to Learn about beekeeping and savor a refreshing cup of honey tea with kumquat.
- Tropical Fruit and Folk Music: Stop at an orchard garden on one of the islands to enjoy fresh, seasonal tropical fruits. While local artists will be performing traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage.
- Hand-Rowed Sampan Ride: A highlight is a serene ride on a small, hand-rowed sampan through narrow, shady canals lined with water coconut palms. This offers a peaceful perspective of the delta’s natural beauty.
- Rural Village Exploration: Explore the quiet countryside lanes via tuk-tuk (motorized rickshaw) ride. This is unique way to see local life unfold and admire the agricultural landscape.
- Authentic Local Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch, often featuring local specialties like ‘Elephant-Ear Fish’, served at a local family restaurant
Itinerary
07.00 – 07.30: Our Friendly English Speaking Tour Guide & Driver will pick you up from your Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City Center (around Ben Thanh Market) to depart for Mekong Delta Full Day Tour. Today, we will head to Ben Tre province – the hometown of Coconut Tree and Coconut Products.
Upon arrival, we will enjoy your boat trip through small canals with some of the Mekong Delta’s most breathtaking scenery. We then make some stops over at various local workplaces. They are including a coconut processing workshop. And also an amazing visit to the local family, where they are making sleeping mats.
Visit a peaceful village where you can have a short walk to observe the real Life of the locals. Take Xe Loi ride (a kind of modern motorized rickshaw) before a stop at a riverside restaurant for a delicious lunch, and try some local specialties such as elephant-ear fish, river shrimp, etc. After that, have a chance to row a sampan along the water coconut canals.
Return to Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City. Our tour guide and driver will drop you off at city center. And we finish our fantastic Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day Small Group from Saigon at around 17:00.
Price & Inclusions
Small Group Tour Price:
| No of Pax / Booking | 01-04 Pax | 05-07 Pax | 08-12 Pax |
| Price / Person | 60 usd | 59 usd | 58 usd |
Inclusions: Modern AC mini-van, Informative English Speaking Guide, Mineral Water & Towel, Boat Cruise, Set Menu Lunch at local restaurant.
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Drinks/Beverages (available to purchase), Tips for Tour Guide and Driver if Excellent Services, Travel Insurance.
Trip Notes: Private Inside Mekong Delta or Floating Market One Day Tour is available if Requested! Please Contact Our Travel Consultant for Details.
Cancellation Policy: Free of Charge for Cancellation Up to 48 Hours Before Tour Departure. Please note that, all the refund will be transfer to PayPal Account. And that does not include 10% of money transfer fee. Our travelers will have to pay for that fee.
