Highlights of this Mekong Delta tour:
- Visit the largest temple in the region and marvel at its unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Khmer architecture.
- Immerse yourself in local folklore while savoring fresh tropical fruits.
- Tour a local bee farm and sample bee products such as honey, bee pollen, and royal jelly.
- Discover the secrets of coconut candy making at a local factory and learn how to create this delectable treat from scratch.
- Take a leisurely rowing boat ride along canals shaded by lush water coconut trees.
If you’re interested in a private tour of the Mekong Delta, please get in touch with us at xinchao@phoebeandbesties.com for a customized itinerary and pricing.
9 Reasons to Book this Experience
- 😍 No hidden cost
- 😍 Tour is 100% customizable
- 😍 Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in central Ho Chi Minh City
- 😍 Experience a rustic and exotic lifestyle in the Mekong Delta
- 😍 Enjoy organic bee products and unique local folklore that you’ve never heard of before
- 😍 Try “Cầu Khỉ” or “single-pile bridge” for the first time
- 😍 Have a chance to try so many coconut candy flavours, i.e coffee, ginger, durian, peanut, ect
- 😍 Interesting stories from local guides
- 😍 Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially for families and kids
Know Before You Go
- Duration
10 hours
- Area
Mekong Delta (My Tho, Ben Tre)
- Type of tour
Group tour
- Transportation
Car, Sampan Boat, Motorboat
- Activites
Boating, Music enjoying, Coconut candy making, Chitchating, Storytelling, Relaxing, Photo taking, Laughing, Food devouring, and so on…
- Starting time
07:45 am
Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh Itinerary:
- Morning pickup at your hotel.
- Embark on a scenic two-hour drive to the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City. Along the way, make a stop at the 19th-century Vinh Trang Temple, one of the most beautiful and revered Buddhist shrines in Vietnam.
- Upon arriving at the pier, board a motorboat for a 20-minute cruise along the Mekong River. Stop at Unicorn Island to visit a family home where you can listen to local folklore called “Don Ca Tai Tu” and sample fresh fruits.
- Stroll through their garden and discover a variety of fruits and vegetables. Afterward, relax and savor a cup of “kumquat honey tea” – a refreshing beverage that locals believe promotes healthy and radiant skin. The bees here are “remarkably friendly”. Would you like to interact with them? 😉
- Head back to the motorboat and visit Ben Tre, the “Coconut Land” of Vietnam. Here, you can witness how locals skillfully craft delicious coconut candies. Don’t miss the opportunity to savor these freshly made candies in a variety of tempting flavors. I guarantee this experience will unlock a new favorite for you!
- Take the sampan boat trip through the busy and narrow canals surrounded by water coconut trees. Being on the water provides a nice relief from the heat, and the ride will be enjoyable.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, return to the motorboat for the cruise back to My Tho Pier. Then take the bus back to your hotel. The Mekong Delta tour comes to an end.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh city center
- Air-condition vehicle
- An English-speaking guide
- Private motorboat in the Mekong Delta
- Rowing boats along canals
- Lunch at a local restaurant (set menu)
- Sightseeing and entrance fees at local guide.
- 02 Bottle mineral water per person
- Food and drinks tasting during the tour (kumquat honey tea, fruits, coconut candies, etc)
Not Included
- Your personal expense
- Other food and beverages that are not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance
- Tips for the driver and guide
- Others are not mentioned in the “Including”
Child Policy
- Children under 05 years old: free of charge
- Children from 05 – 09 years old: 50 % of charge
Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel at least 7 days before the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel between 3 and 6 days before the scheduled departure, there is a 50% cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100% cancellation fee.
How to Book this Tour?
Email us at xinchao@phoebeandbesties.com or complete this form. We will get back to you within a day with a tailor-made itinerary that suits your tastes.
