Day Trips from Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta - page 5

Go behind the scenes in Vietnam's Mekong Delta in a way you couldn’t independently on this small-group tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Leaving the main tourist trail, you'll go off-grid to discover local life—imagine wandering country lanes, visiting a temple, rowing a sampan boat, and more, all as you learn tales of delta culture and history you’d never get on your own.

Visit the Cai Rang Floating Market and the My Tho region of the Mekong Delta, all in one day, on a private tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup, boat rides through the vibrant waterways, and a Vietnamese lunch with vegan options. Experience local culture with visits to a fruit garden, a bee farm, and listen to traditional village music.

If you only have a day to explore the Mekong Delta, this to-the-point tour hits all the highlights, with transfers from select central hotels. Skip the stress of planning and negotiation and relax as you tour the important Vinh Trang Pagoda, explore My Tho city's scenic islets by boat, listen to a concert of traditional folk music, and enjoy lunch in an orchard. You'll also discover local crafts and workshops.

Experience the best of the Mekong Delta on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City, and explore the distinctive delta landscape by motorized river boat and row boat. You’ll visit a traditional temple, canal island, and local home along the way, then stop in a restaurant for a delta-style lunch. Your tour includes all transport, activities, entrance fees, lunch, and snacks, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off in central Ho Chi Minh City.

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Vietnam in just one incredible day! This full-day journey takes you from the iconic Cu Chi Tunnels—where you’ll delve into the underground stories of wartime resilience—to the serene landscapes of the Mekong Delta. Drift along scenic waterways, savor regional delicacies, enjoy traditional folk music, and take a countryside ride to witness daily rural life. It’s an ideal combination of history, culture, and natural beauty!

- Take the motorized boat along Ham Luong river, one of branch of Mekong with water coconut along river bank, fresh your soul - The coconut kingland will give you the glance aspects of life concerning to coconut. - Visit local factories, a coconut processing workshop & a house where traditional mats are woven - Experience the brick factory where people doing brick for construction by hand. - Discover the typical fishing villages and stilt houses of the Mekong Delta to learn how people in Mekong earn their life. - Explore the island's towns by walking, by bicycle or by tuk tuk along the local green village get through some orchard gardens. - Enjoy some traditional foods, such as jack fuits, longan, pineapple, pomelo, honey tea and a traditional set lunch menu.

• Discover the traditional fishing villages and floating houses of the Mekong Delta. • Take a walk in the tropical forest on a village path. • Learn how to make the native coconut candy. • Ride a sampan down narrow canals • Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant with local specialties • Visit bee farm & coconut candy workshop • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda (private tour)

Combine two major attractions–the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta–in one convenient day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Relax as you’re driven to the Southern Vietnamese countryside, where you’ll learn about local crafts, taste traditional coconut candies, and listen to folk music. Skip the crowds on a small group tour with a fixed itinerary, or upgrade for a private tour with a more customized itinerary.

- Discover the area of the former wholesale small floating market on the Tien River. - Enjoyable cruise along the Tien river in a windy lanscape - Stop over in Ut Kiet ancient house which still remains a hundred year. - Learn how to earn life of Mekong people by producing rice paper, honey farm, handicarft made from water hyacinth, a wild floating plants in Mekong river. - Discover a local family-run company that produces crispy rice popcorn and coconut candies. - Fresh fruit tasting in garden, honey kumquat tea taste while enjoying southern Vietnamese folk music. - 30 minutes sampan cruising along the shady channel. - Vietnamese set menu lunch in a local friendly farmstay located in Tan Thai island. - Biking along the island after lunch on your request.

"Explore a local Buddhist pagoda and a floating fish farm, gaining insight into the spiritual life and sustainable livelihoods of Mekong Delta communities. Discover a quieter, eco-friendly side of the Mekong Delta, with fewer tourists and a more intimate local atmosphere. Cruise along the Mekong River on a traditional boat, taking in peaceful waterways, coconut groves, and authentic riverside life. Visit Cồn Quy, a serene island where you can walk through rural villages and experience the slow pace of local countryside living. Enjoy hands-on local experiences including honey tea tasting, hand-picking fresh coconuts, tasting pure coconut water, and visiting a traditional coconut candy workshop."

Welcome to the enchanting world of the Mekong Delta, a beautiful destination nestled in the heart of Vietnam. Known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant local culture, a Mekong Delta tour promises an immersive experience that unveils the rich tapestry of life along the Mekong River. A Mekong Delta tour in My Tho promises an unforgettable adventure, providing a glimpse into the authentic charm and timeless beauty of Vietnam's southern gem.

Get FREE E-SIM when you book this tour We start the day by our guide helping you choose your lovely Ao Dai for the day. After you get your perfect Ao Dai we move to the Mekong Delta to explore the countryside. We will travel by boat to visit Thoi Son Island, enjoy coconut candy, and listen to Vietnamese folk music. Explore the peaceful and relaxing way of the Mekong locals. Next we will have a big lunch, all products are farm and caught locally and we will make sure no one leaves half full. We will continue to visit Phuong Island and try on the small boat, the local way of travel when the high water season comes.

Mekong Delta Tour is a popular tour with many attractive destinations such as Cai Be floating market and An Binh island with fresh fruits. You can visit coconut candy, crispy rice cake factories and buy local specialities for souvenir. It’s certainly ideal trip on your holiday.

The Cu Chi Tunnels are an integral part of Vietnam’s history, and a must-see attraction. Experience the tunnels on a tour that includes round-trip transport and a cruise on the Mekong River. Choose a private or small-group tour, travel in air-conditioned comfort, visit the tunnels with a guide, and explore the Mekong Delta on a rowboat and motorboat to discover rural life.

Discover the Mekong Delta on a private day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre, a coconut producing region of Vietnam. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of riding a boat down the Ham Luong River, making stops at local industries and riding a bike around town. Visit a local family home and enjoy regional dishes at a riverside restaurant, with personalized commentary from your guide.

Visit Cai Rang Floating Market on a private day trip to the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll depart in the predawn hours for Can Tho city, then witness life on the Ham Luong River by local boat. Taste seasonal fruits and enjoy a riverside restaurant lunch before a sampan ride on the canal and a bicycle ride around the coconut-producing island of Ben Tre.

On this private, full-day adventure, you'll see Vietnamese history and culture come to life—in worry-free, VIP style. With your guide at the helm, you'll head to the Cu Chi Tunnels to see how the Viet Cong used their massive underground passage network during the Vietnam-American War. Then it's off to the rural Mekong Delta to get a feel for life on the water, enjoy local cuisine, tour a local village, and more.

There’s no need to cram into a hot and crowded tour bus to see the Mekong Delta—on this private tour, you'll see it from a bicycle, a boat, and your own air-conditioned minivan instead. Visiting some of the Delta’s best sites, you'll cruise the Mekong River, ride through countryside coconut gardens, witness Vinh Trang Pagoda, and more. With your guide at the helm, it's a hassle-free day in Vietnam's historic south.

On this private guided tour, you will discover the Cai Rang floating market, a colourful, buzzing market with hundreds of boat vendors selling fruits, vegetables & hot food from sunrise to late morning. And you will have a chance to savour a locally styled breakfast, a bowl of noodle soup. After the floating market we will take you to another city (My tho and Ben tre) for another boat tour. You will walk into the village, where you can visit a local fruit garden and enjoy the tropical fruit while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music and join daily activities of the local people and take in the atmosphere of this beautiful natural countryside. During this second boat trip, you will visit the bee house, and take the picture of the pythons. Lunch will be served in the orchard garden. Next, enjoy a rowing boat trip on the small canal, fully covered by the shadow of the water coconut’s trees before returning to Saigon.

Escape the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City and experience the authentic Mekong Delta on a small-group cycling and cooking tour. Explore peaceful villages, ride through rice fields and fruit orchards, enjoy a hands-on cooking class, and discover the local lifestyle away from the crowds. Why You'll Love This Tour Small-group experience with personalized service Cycle through peaceful villages and scenic rice fields Visit tropical fruit gardens and taste seasonal fruits Hands-on Vietnamese cooking class Fresh homemade local lunch Authentic Mekong Delta experience away from the tourist crowds

Private Tour | Daily Departure l Free hotel pick-up in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Discover the authentic Mekong Delta on an unforgettable day of cycling, kayaking, local cuisine, and cultural experiences. Escape the crowds and explore peaceful villages, tropical fruit gardens, and scenic waterways with your private guide. Daily departure: 7:50–8:20 AM | Return: Around 5:30 PM Cycle through the peaceful countryside of Ben Luc (6–10 km) Kayak along tranquil canals (60–80 minutes) Vietnamese cooking class & lunch Mekong River cruise & hand-rowed sampan ride... Why You'll Love It Authentic local experiences away from the crowds A perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation Private English-speaking guide Flat cycling routes and calm waterways suitable for all fitness levels What to Bring Comfortable clothing, sports shoes or sandals, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera. Safety equipment, including helmets and life jackets, is provided.

Private Tour | Daily Departure | Free Hotel Pick-up in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Escape the city and discover the peaceful charm of Family Tiny Garden, where nature, local culture, and authentic experiences come together. Cycle through quiet villages, fruit orchards, and rice fields away from the tourist crowds. Taste seasonal tropical fruits, join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class, and enjoy a homemade BBQ lunch while learning about local farming and sustainable living. Designed for travelers seeking a genuine Mekong Delta experience, this private tour offers the perfect balance of nature, culture, relaxation, and local hospitality.

Private Tour | Daily Departure | Free Hotel Pick-up in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Discover the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City and the authentic Mekong Delta in one unforgettable journey. Visit the War Remnants Museum, Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office, then escape the city to enjoy a hands-on cooking class, homemade BBQ lunch, cycling through peaceful villages, fruit orchards, and rice fields, while experiencing the genuine local lifestyle. Why Choose This Tour? Private, personalized experience Authentic local culture away from the crowds Vietnamese cooking class & BBQ lunch Scenic countryside cycling Fresh tropical fruits and beautiful Mekong landscapes

Make the most of a day exploring beyond Ho Chi Minh City with this multi-activity, small group tour which has something to suit all interests—history, culture, and food. Discover what life was like in the Cu Chi Tunnels, learn to cook your own Vietnamese barbecue lunch, and enjoy a traditional folk music performance on a Mekong islet. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.