- Mekong Delta - After pick-up from your hotel at 07:30 - 8:00 am, depart Ho Chi Minh City and journey to Vinh Trang pagoda, one of the largest in the Mekong Delta. Admire its ornate facade and large Buddha statue.
Then, cruise along the Tien River to experience life in the Mekong Delta up close. Pass by 4 small islands - Phoenix, Unicorn, Dragon and Tortoise Island - see lush tropical trees and the typical stilt houses of the fishing villages as you make your way through the narrow canals by rowing boat.
Stop for optional lunch in an orchard garden and then learn how to make coconut candy. Sample sweet pieces of the candy and buy some of your favorites to take home. Savor a snack of fresh fruits and honey tea as locals entertain you with Vietnamese traditional folk music. Return to the minibus for the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City, where you will arrive at approximately 17:00.
- Entrance fee and boat fee included
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- Complimentary bottled water
- Convenient hotel pick-up in central District 1
- Expert guidance by a professional English-speaking guide
- Exciting motorized rickshaw ride (xe-lam)
- Tips and gratuities
- Holiday and special occasion surcharges
- Other personal expenses
Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Southern Vietnam with a day-long tour traversing the Mekong Delta, guided by an English and Vietnamese proficient communicator.
Treat yourself to a soothing boat tour across the Mekong Delta, view the notable fishing hamlets with their characteristic pile dwellings and emerald-green rice fields.
Ply the upper reaches of the Tien River, en route to the famed Unicorn Island (Ky Lan).
Take a leisurely bike trip around the island and travel in style on a motorized rickshaw (xe-lam).
Don’t miss out on an opportunity to explore Vinh Trang Pagoda, an imposing place of worship constructed in 1849.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.