Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

Experience the beauty of the Mekong Delta on a small-group day trip. Enjoy a boat ride, visit traditional cottages, explore serene pagodas, and indulge in tropical fruits and flowers.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mekong River Tours [Asiana Link Travel] - Pick-up Time: between 8:00a.m. - 08:30a.m. at hotels located in District 1; and drive 1,5 hours to the Mekong River. We will stop along the way for refreshments and toilet.

  • My Tho - Upon arrival, step aboard a motorboat and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Mekong River as we cruise along its picturesque canals and waterways, taking in stunning views of the legendary Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands.

  • Cau Rach Mieu - From the boat, you’ll relish the sight of Rạch Miễu Bridge – one of the Mekong River’s grandest Vietnamese-built spans.

  • Ben Tre - As we cross the river to the Bến Tre Village, we’ll make a stop at a traditional workshop where you can witness the step-by-step processing of making coconut candy, honey farming, and more, while indulging in some delicious samples and enjoying the sounds of traditional music.

Experience the charm of local life by taking a peaceful sampan ride along the shady, breezy canal, rowed by friendly locals. Afterward, hop on a Xe Lôi – a type of local transportation – to explore the villages.

  • Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Lang Xanh Ben Tre - Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese 5-course set menu for lunch at a riverside restaurant. Please inform us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.
  • Mekong Delta - After that, take some time to unwind and soak up the serene ambiance of a typical Mekong Delta garden, or explore the charming village on a leisurely bicycle ride.

Embark on a scenic boat trip through the picturesque canals shaded by water coconut trees, as we make our way back to the Mỹ Tho pier.

  • Vinh Trang Temple - Board the bus and head to Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, one of the most outstanding pagodas in the Mekong Delta. Visit the enchanting Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian architectural styles. Home to many intricate Buddhist statues and carvings, it’s a must-visit destination for those interested in cultural and religious sites.
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing 1.5-hour transfer back to Hồ Chí Minh City, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences of your day in the Mekong Delta.

We’ll drop you back to pick-up point or somewhere in city center as your request.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in District 1)
  • Lunch (5-course set menu)
  • Local taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Drinks (2 bottles of 500ml/Person)
  • Small-group tour limited to 12 guests/group
  • Air-conditional minivan transfer
  • Vietnamese English-speaking guide
  • Snacks (fruits, candies, honey tea)
  • All boat trips (motorboat & hand-rowed boat)
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
  • Drinks (beer, soft drinks
  • Travel insurance
Additional Information

As the most southern location in Vietnam, the Mekong Delta acts as the nation’s rice bowl, contributing three crops annually. Known also for its abundance of tropical fruits and blossoms, the fertile Mekong Delta marks the conclusion of a 4,500km trek made by the Mekong River that courses through six different nations. Mỹ Tho, among the delta’s largest cities, is dotted with peaceful Buddhist temples and enveloped by dense rivers. Numerous interesting spots for tourists have been developed by the local authority and private enterprises, accommodating thousands of travelers each day. This tour is recommended for those interested in immersing themselves in the cultural and natural beauty of the Mekong Delta for a few blissful hours.

  • Please advise if you have food allergy or dietary information.
  • Vegetarian or Halal food option are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Only one under-five free admission per family
Location
Mekong River Tours [Asiana Link Travel]
Tôn Thất Đạm
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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659gavinv
Jul 21, 2024
Handsome Dave! A wonderful day! - Handsome Dave, I can't say anymore! What a great Man, a Man among others who I can call a Brother! Thank you for treating us like Family and getting us back to the hotel in the "flood" :) Wonderful day out in the Delta. Good food, good company and times to remember. Will add photo's soon.
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Exploration728069
Jul 10, 2024
Big David: The Best Guide for an Unforgettable Mekong Delta Tour! - After our fantastic experience with Big David at the Cu Chi Tunnels, we requested him again for our Mekong Delta tour. Once again, he did not disappoint! His deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and great sense of humor made the tour thoroughly enjoyable. Big David's passion for Vietnam's culture and history shines through in every detail he shares. If you want an unforgettable and entertaining tour, Big David is the guide to ask for!
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T5640hbmichaela
Jul 7, 2024
Big Dave <3 - Big handsome Dave was an amazing tour guide who showed us a quieter and cleaner side of the Mekong Delta. He was very knowledgeable, amusing and went out of his way to look after us.
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X9745pyalexc
Jul 7, 2024
Handsome day and the incredible tour! - Big handsome Dave was an incredible guide, he was warm, kind and hilarious! He took us off the tourist path which ultimately made the experience. He was knowledgable about the area and gave us interesting anecdotes that you wouldn’t get in a bigger tour. If we come back to HCMC I will definitely reach out to him!
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Katherinewi7993ph
Jul 6, 2024
Mekong Delta with guide Big David :) - This was an amazing tour. If you are in Ho Chi Minh, this is a must! The Mekong Delta was beautiful. As an American, it is important to understand the history of this area. The Vietnamese people are wonderful and so hard working. Big David was our tour guide and he was awesome! Very funny and really made the journey enjoyable. Wish we could have him as our guide in our next tour.
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Juliencn7201tw
Jul 6, 2024
Big David’s Big Tour - Big handsome David was great. The tour was wonderful and was exactly what I was hoping to see on the Mekong Delta from food to sights.
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Wendy_l
Jul 2, 2024
Terrific Adventure - We absolutely loved the experience from the colorful boats and delicious coconut snacks to the interesting singing and instruments! The kayak trip was cool with the mud fish and tree canopy. Our guide Stark was really informative and thoughtful. He even arranged for us to hold a large snake.
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Dario
Jul 1, 2024
Nice and well-organized trip, the guide Stark was really prepared and competent, letting us know a lot about these wonderful pla - Nice and well-organized trip, the guide Stark was really prepared and competent, letting us know a lot about these wonderful places.
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684tamaraj
Jul 1, 2024
Amazing Day - Amazing day. Dana was a fantastic guide and very informative and funny. The food at lunch was great. Couldn't recommend this tour enough.
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Karen_e
Jun 29, 2024
Magic Mekong - An amazing day visiting the Mekong and Pagoda! Dana was knowledgeable of the area and local custom. Bay the driver was attentive to our needs and excellent at navigating the traffic. Would recommend this tour to anyone travelling in the area.
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