Mekong Delta Private Tour from Ho Chi Minh City

Tien Giang Province, Vietnam



Experience everyday life in the rural villages of the Mekong Delta with convenient door-to-door pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City. Paddle along small canals, explore My Tho and Coconut Village.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a sampan boat ride through picturesque river canals
  • Cruise along the Mekong Delta to Ben Tre by a motor boat
  • Admire a mix of architectural styles of the Vinh Trang Pagoda
  • Choose either 8:00AM or 9:00AM to start the tour
  • Enjoy door-to-door pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City

Description

Choose either 8:00AM or 9:00AM, enjoy convenient pickup from your hotel or private address in Ho Chi Minh City and travel through the countryside to the Mekong Delta, passing lush green rice fields along the way.

After a 1.5-hour ride, we'll visit Vinh Trang Pagoda and admire its unique blend of Vietnamese, Khmer, Chinese, and European architectural influences.

Mekong River & Local Village

Board a boat in My Tho and cruise along the Mekong River, passing the Tortoise, Dragon, and Phoenix Islets before reaching Unicorn Islet. Enjoy a peaceful sampan ride through coconut-lined canals, then visit a local family to taste tropical fruits, honey tea, and honey wine while listening to traditional music.

Lunch & Ben Tre

Enjoy a local lunch with vegan options available. Continue to Ben Tre, the “Coconut Kingdom,” to visit a coconut farm and see how coconut candy and other local products are made. Relax in a hammock or cycle around the village.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City

Depart for Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon arriving at around 4:30PM to 5:00PM, followed by convenient drop-off at your hotel or private address.

Includes

  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Lunch of Vietnamese dishes (vegan food available)
  • All boat trips
  • Bottled water, fruits, honey tea

Excludes

  • Beverages
  • Tips and gratuities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a sampan boat ride, motor boat cruise along the Mekong Delta to Ben Tre, a visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda, and door-to-door pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City.
The tour starts and ends with pickup and drop-off at your hotel or private address in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The travel time is approximately 1.5 hours each way from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta.
You can choose to start the tour at either 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM; check the website for current availability.
Local boat operators provide the sampan and motor boat rides along the Mekong Delta during the tour.
You will see a mix of architectural styles at Vinh Trang Pagoda, including traditional Vietnamese and Khmer influences.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly with gentle boat rides and accessible sightseeing spots in Vietnam's Mekong Delta.
Since it is a private tour, some customization may be possible; confirm specific requests directly with the tour provider.
It is recommended to bring sun protection, comfortable clothing, and insect repellent for your trip through the Vietnamese countryside and river canals.
Booking confirmation and pickup details are provided after reservation; check your email or the booking platform for specific instructions.

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