From Ho Chi Minh City: Mekong Delta 2 Days Group Tour

Exploring the Mekong Delta is a must-do for many travelers visiting Ho Chi Minh City. This 2-day group tour offers an immersive experience, taking visitors through the region’s lush landscapes, historic sites, and vibrant floating markets. At just over $100 per person, it’s an affordable way to discover the charms of the Mekong Delta. While the itinerary covers the highlights, there’s still much more to uncover in this captivating corner of Vietnam.

Key Points

• 2-day group tour from Ho Chi Minh City to explore the Mekong Delta region, known for its agricultural models, coconut production, and floating markets.
• Tour includes transportation, boat trips, meals, and 1 night’s stay in a 3-star hotel, with a starting price of $105.48 per person.
• Highlights include visiting Vinh Trang Pagoda, experiencing the Qui Islet and Ben Tre Province, and observing the Cai Rang floating market.
• Offer full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours in advance and option to reserve now and pay later.
• Itinerary includes cultural experiences, such as tasting tropical fruits, witnessing vermicelli noodle production, and crossing a bamboo Monkey bridge.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

The 2-day group tour from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta is priced from $105.48 per person.

Travelers can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance. The tour offers the flexibility to reserve now and pay later.

Travelers can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance. The tour offers the flexibility to reserve now and pay later.

Over the 2-day duration, an English-speaking guide accompanies the group. The tour includes transportation, boat trips, meals, and 1 night’s stay in a 3-star hotel.

It’s not suitable for pregnant women, those with back issues, or wheelchair users. Participants should bring comfortable shoes, sun protection, and local currency for personal expenses.

Moderate walking is involved.

Day 1 Itinerary

Departing Ho Chi Minh City, the tour heads to My Tho, a 1.5-hour bus ride away. The first stop is Vinh Trang Pagoda, showcasing a blend of Vietnamese, Khmer, and European architecture. Next, a motorized boat trip on the Tien River takes visitors to Qui Islet, where they’ll see a fishing port, stilt houses, and boat-building workshops. Entering Ben Tre Province, the group experiences agricultural models and a coconut candy mill, then a relaxing rowboat trip through coconut-shaded canals. After a village walk and tropical fruit tasting, they transfer to Can Tho City for dinner on a boat.

| Site Visited | Activity |

| — | — |

| Vinh Trang Pagoda | Architectural tour |

| Qui Islet | Motorized boat trip |

| Ben Tre Province | Agricultural models, coconut candy |

| Canals | Rowboat trip |

| Can Tho City | Dinner on boat |

Vinh Trang Pagoda

Vinh Trang Pagoda, the oldest in Southern Vietnam, showcases a captivating blend of Vietnamese, Khmer, and European architectural styles.

The pagoda’s striking features include:

• Intricately carved wooden statues and bas-reliefs

• Ornate rooftops adorned with dragons and phoenixes

• Towering stone columns inspired by European design

• Manicured gardens with a serene pond and lush greenery

• A peaceful atmosphere that invites visitors to explore and reflect

The pagoda’s rich history and unique fusion of cultural influences make it a must-see destination for those exploring the Mekong Delta region.

Qui Islet and Ben Tre Province

After visiting the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda, the tour continues with a motorized boat trip on the Tien River to Qui Islet.

Here, travelers witness the bustling fishing port, traditional stilt houses, and boat-building workshops that characterize the local way of life.

The tour then moves into Ben Tre Province, renowned for its coconut production.

Visitors learn about the province’s agricultural models and have the chance to experience a coconut candy mill and enjoy refreshing honey tea.

A rowing boat trip through coconut tree-lined canals and a visit to a fruit garden round out this immersive Mekong Delta experience.

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Coconut Candy Mill and Honey Tea

Continuing the journey, visitors enter Ben Tre Province, renowned for its coconut production.

They’ll explore a coconut candy mill, where they can observe the traditional process of making coconut candy. After, they’ll enjoy refreshing honey tea, a local specialty.

The experience includes:

• Watching artisans handcraft coconut candy using time-honored techniques

• Sampling the sweet, chewy confection made from coconut meat, sugar, and other natural ingredients

• Sipping fragrant honey tea, infused with the nectar of bees pollinating the coconut groves

• Learning about the region’s thriving coconut industry and its economic importance

• Appreciating the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the local people.

Rowing Boat Trip and Orchard Garden

After the coconut candy and honey tea experience, visitors embark on a tranquil rowing boat trip through the canals shaded by lush coconut trees.

The serene waterways offer a glimpse into the daily life of local villagers. Visitors glide past stilt houses and witness traditional boat-building workshops.

They then disembark and stroll through an orchard garden, savoring tropical fruits and listening to soothing Southern Vietnamese folk music.

This immersive experience allows them to connect with the Mekong Delta’s agricultural heritage and appreciate the region’s natural beauty and cultural richness.

Day 2 Itinerary

Guests begin their second day with breakfast before embarking on a boat trip along the lower Mekong River tributaries.

Guests begin their second day with breakfast before embarking on a boat trip along the lower Mekong River tributaries.

They will:

• Visit the bustling Cai Rang floating market to observe the lively trading of produce and goods.

• Witness the production of Vietnamese vermicelli noodles.

• Trek through a local village and experience crossing a Monkey bridge made of bamboo.

• Visit the My Khanh Tourist Village, where an included lunch will be served.

• Return to Ho Chi Minh City by bus transfer.

After a full day exploring the Mekong Delta, guests will head back to the city, concluding their 2-day group tour.

Cai Rang Floating Market and My Khanh Tourist Village

As the second day of the tour commences, visitors embark on a boat trip along the lower Mekong River tributaries.

The first stop is the vibrant Cai Rang floating market, where they observe the bustling trade of Vietnamese vermicelli noodle production.

Next, the group treks through a local village, crossing a Monkey bridge made of bamboo, showcasing the ingenuity of the Mekong Delta residents.

The tour then visits My Khanh Tourist Village, where a traditional Vietnamese lunch is provided.

This immersive experience offers a glimpse into the daily life and culture of the Mekong Delta region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is This Tour Suitable for Solo Travelers?

The tour is suitable for solo travelers as it’s a group tour. The price and itinerary are inclusive, and solo travelers can enjoy the sights and activities without the hassle of planning everything themselves.

Can the Tour Be Customized to Include Additional Activities?

Yes, the tour can be customized to include additional activities. Travelers can request extra activities or experiences when booking the tour, subject to availability and an additional cost.

What Type of Accommodation Is Provided in the 3-Star Hotel?

The 3-star hotel provides standard accommodation with basic amenities like a private bathroom, air conditioning, and comfortable bedding. Facilities may include a restaurant, lounge, and basic fitness center, though specifics are not provided.

Are Vegetarian or Special Dietary Options Available for Meals?

The tour includes 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner, but it doesn’t specify if vegetarian or special dietary options are available. Travelers with dietary restrictions should inquire with the tour operator about accommodation.

Can the Tour Be Extended to Include Additional Days in the Mekong Delta?

The tour can be extended to include additional days in the Mekong Delta, but this would require booking a custom private tour. The standard 2-day group tour does not offer an extension option.

The Sum Up

This 2-day Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh City offers an immersive experience exploring the region’s rich cultural and natural wonders. Highlights include visiting historic sites, sampling local delicacies, and witnessing the vibrant floating markets. With transportation, accommodations, and meals included, it’s an affordable and convenient way to discover the enchanting beauty of the Mekong Delta.

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