Vietnam · Boating

Full-Day Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh with My Tho and Bến Tre

1 Day Round trip from Cầu Trung Lương Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise through Bao Dinh natural canal into My Tho city
02 Ride along the Tien River to Qui (Tortoise Island)
03 See fishing ports, stilt houses, and boat-building workshops
04 Enjoy a rowing boat trip on a small Mekong canal
05 Visit Bến Tre's coconut candy workshop and taste honey tea

Escape the chaos of Saigon on a day trip to the Nine Dragon Delta and discover the everyday life of the Mekong Delta. Cruise through Bao Dinh natural canal, ride a motorboat along the Tien River to Qui (Tortoise Island), and enjoy a memorable rowing boat trip on a small canal. Along the way, see fishing ports, stilt houses, boat-building workshops, and the Dragon, Phoenix, and Unicorn islands. The experience also includes tropical fruit, traditional music, lunch at a local restaurant, and round-trip transfers from Ho Chi Minh City.

Escape the chaos of Saigon on a day trip to the Nine Dragon Delta and discover the everyday life of the Mekong Delta.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities My Tho, Ho Chi Minh, Bến Tre, Mekong Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mekong Delta Cruise to My Tho, Qui Island, and Bến Tre

Departure at 8:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in District 1. Enjoy a smooth one-and-a-half-hour bus ride along the National Highway, passing rice fields on the way to the beautiful rural district of Trung Luong. During the journey, your Vietnam tour guide will explain the main information about the Mekong Delta.
Continue the morning trip with a motorboat ride into My Tho city through Bao Dinh natural canal. Here, you can join in the daily activities of the local people and enjoy the atmosphere of the Mekong River. Then, cruise on the Tien River to Qui (Tortoise Island).
- On the way, view the fishing port, stilt houses, boat-building workshops, and the Dragon, Phoenix, and Unicorn islands.
Embark on an amazing rowing boat trip on the small canal and take photos of this unforgettable moment. Then enjoy lunch with a set menu at a local restaurant serving Asian food.
Walk to the village, visit the fruit garden, and listen to traditional music while enjoying tropical fruit.
Proceed to Bến Tre province - the

Where this trip takes you

Bao Dinh natural canal, Tien River, Qui (Tortoise Island), Bến Tre coconut candy workshop

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cầu Trung Lương 4 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
All fees and taxes
English-speaking Vietnam tour guide

What's Not Included

Personal expenses

Know before you go

Departure point: 40/6 Bùi Viện, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam.
Traveler pickup is offered:
- Option 1: Pickup is available for visitors staying at hotels around Ben Thanh Market, including Bùi Vien Walking Street, Pham Ngu Lao Street, Le Thi Hong Gam Street, Nguyen Hue Street, Dong Khoi Street, Thi Sach Street, Le Thanh Ton Street, Ly Tu Trong Street, Ton Duc Thang Street (from number 5), Le Lai Street, Cong Quynh Street, and Tran Dinh Xu Street.
- Option 2: If your hotel is not located on these streets, please come to the meeting point at 40/6 Bui Vien Street, District 1, HCMC.
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
The stroller is accessible.
Infants must sit on laps.
Not recommended for travellers with back problems.
Not recommended for pregnant travellers.
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
This experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travellers.