Mekong Delta Small Group Tour with Vinh Trang Pagoda (Max 10)

Escape Ho Chi Minh City's hustle and explore the Mekong Delta on a one-day My Tho and Ben Tre tour. Cruise the river, visit tropical islands, ride a sampan through serene canals, and savor local specialties. Experience authentic Vietnamese countryside life. Highlights: • Mekong River Cruise – See stunning landscapes and floating life. • Coconut Workshop – Learn how locals make coconut candy. • Sampan Ride – Navigate scenic palm-shaded canals. • Traditional Folk Music – Enjoy Đờn Ca Tài Tử with fresh fruits. • Authentic Lunch – Taste Mekong specialties like elephant ear fish. • Village Walk/Bike Ride – Visit honey farms, rice wine makers, and handicrafts. • Vinh Trang Pagoda – Admire its unique architecture. • Great for Culture & Photography Lovers – Capture the Mekong’s charm.

Itinerary

1. Morning: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City & Arrival in My Tho • 07:30 AM - 08:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and depart for My Tho, a bustling town in the Mekong Delta (approx. 1.5 - 2 hours drive). • Arrive at My Tho and visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist temple known for its mix of Chinese, Vietnamese, and Khmer architecture. •At the cruise's start, you'll enjoy a 40-minute boat trip along the Tien River. You'll glimpse the four legendary islets—Dragon, Turtle, Unicorn, and Phoenix—each with its own story and charm. Along the way, you'll pass by local shipyards, vibrant fish ports, and floating fish farms, giving you an authentic glimpse into the river-based lifestyle of southern Vietnam. (This is our difference from other tour programs.) (30 min)
2. Midday: Exploring Ben Tre – The Coconut Kingdom • Visit a local coconut processing workshop in Ben Tre, famous for its coconut candies, handicrafts, and other products. • Take a small rowing boat ride through the narrow water canals lined with nipa palm trees – an iconic experience of the Mekong Delta. • Enjoy tropical fruits and listen to traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music (Đờn Ca Tài Tử) at a local fruit orchard. • Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a riverside restaurant with specialties such as elephant ear fish, fresh spring rolls, and caramelized clay pot fish. Afternoon: Discovering Local Life & Return to Ho Chi Minh City • Take a bicycle ride or walk around a peaceful village, visiting local workshops producing honey, rice wine, and traditional handicrafts. • Return to My Tho by boat, then transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City. • 04:30 PM—05:00 PM: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, drop off at your hotel, and end the tour. (4h 0min)

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