Vietnam · Boating

1-Day Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh City with River Cruise

1 Day Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise along the scenic Mekong River and enjoy peaceful canal sampan rides
  • 02 Visit tropical fruit gardens, honey bee farms, and coconut candy workshops
  • 03 Experience traditional Southern Vietnamese music on Dragon Islet
  • 04 Ride bicycles and sample local specialties on Phoenix Islet
  • 05 Take a rowboat through canals and discover local handicrafts on Unicorn Islet

Experience the vibrant life of the Mekong Delta on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Cruise along the scenic Mekong River and enjoy a traditional sampan ride through peaceful canals while observing local daily life. Visit tropical fruit gardens, honey bee farms, and coconut candy workshops to learn about the region's rich agriculture and sample delicious local treats. Explore the picturesque Dragon, Phoenix, and Unicorn Islets with activities including traditional music performances, bicycle rides, and handicraft demonstrations.

Experience the vibrant life of the Mekong Delta on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities My Tho, Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Full-Day Mekong Delta River Cruise and Islet Discovery

  • 08:00 AM: Meet your tour guide at the lobby of your hotel and prepare for departure.
  • 09:30 AM: Arrive in My Tho, a lively town known for its vibrant market and delicious local snacks.
  • 10:00 AM: Take a break at a rest stop. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Mekong Delta and sample fresh local fruits.
  • 10:30 AM: Board a boat to cruise along the Mekong River. Absorb the stunning views of the river and delta landscape.
  • 11:00 AM: Experience a traditional sampan ride through the narrow canals. Observe the daily life of local residents along the waterways.
  • 12:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant. Savor authentic Mekong Delta specialties.
  • 01:00 PM: Visit a tropical fruit garden, honey bee farm, and coconut candy workshop. Learn about local agriculture and taste various sweet treats.
  • 02:30 PM: Explore the Dragon, Phoenix, and Unicorn Islets with these activities:

Dragon Islet: Walk through fruit orchards and enjoy a performance of traditional Southern Vietnamese music.

Phoenix Islet: Ride bicycles and sample local specialties.

Unicorn Islet: Take a rowboat ride along small canals and discover local handicrafts.

  • 04:00 PM: Visit Vĩnh Tràng Temple, a beautiful and important Buddhist temple in the Mekong Delta region.
  • 05:00 PM: Depart from the Mekong Delta and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Mekong River, Dragon Islet orchards, Vĩnh Tràng Temple

Where this trip takes you

Mekong River, Dragon Islet orchards, Vĩnh Tràng Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees to tourist sites
  • Boat trips
  • Transportation
  • Lunch
  • Drinking water

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tip

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Tour start
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finish where they began, in Ho Chi Minh City.

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