Vietnam · Village Tours

Full-Day Ben Tre Mekong Delta Tour with Coconut Villages and Canal Cruise

1 Day Round trip from Bến Tre Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore authentic Ben Tre, the "capital of coconut" in the Mekong Delta
  • 02 Visit local workshops and observe traditional coconut and charcoal production
  • 03 Experience peaceful rural life by bicycle or tuk-tuk through village lanes
  • 04 Glide along the shaded Cai Tac canal on a traditional rowing boat
  • 05 Relish a traditional Mekong Delta lunch at a scenic riverside restaurant

Discover the authentic charm of Ben Tre, known as the "capital of coconut," on a full-day tour into the heart of the Mekong Delta. Cruise along peaceful canals lined with lush coconut palms, visit traditional workshops to see how locals craft products from coconuts, and learn how every part of the coconut is used in daily life. Enjoy a scenic rowing boat ride through narrow waterways, explore charming villages by bicycle or tuk-tuk, interact with friendly locals, and savor a delicious Mekong Delta lunch at a riverside restaurant.

Board a traditional rowing boat and glide through the shaded, narrow Cai Tac Canal, an idyllic setting ideal for photography and peaceful reflection.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ben Tre Coconut Villages and Mekong Canal Experience

  • Depart from your hotel at 08:00 AM and drive towards Ben Tre, the most beautiful and authentic part of the Mekong Delta.
  • Arrive at My Long Pier and board a private boat to begin cruising along the tranquil Tai Phu Canal.

  • Admire the lush coconut jungles and swaying palm trees lining the waterways.

  • Visit a local coconut workshop and observe how artisans craft various coconut products, including sweets, handicrafts, and charcoal.

  • Learn how every part of the coconut is utilized for both economic and domestic purposes.

  • Step ashore and continue to a local farmer's home.

  • Witness the traditional process of making coconut jam.

  • Enjoy a cup of local tea and sample freshly prepared coconut jam.

  • Choose to explore the peaceful countryside either by bicycle or tuk-tuk through the coconut groves and scenic villages of Thuan Dien.

  • Interact with local farmers and observe their daily rural activities.

  • Board a traditional rowing boat and glide through the shaded, narrow Cai Tac Canal, an idyllic setting ideal for photography and peaceful reflection.

  • Arrive at a riverside restaurant and savor a delicious lunch featuring Mekong Delta specialties such as elephant ear fish, spring rolls, and caramelized pork.

  • Relax and enjoy the serene, laid-back atmosphere of the Delta countryside after lunch.

  • Return to the pier and begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.

  • Arrive at your hotel at approximately 05:30 PM to conclude the tour.

My Long Pier, Tai Phu Canal, coconut groves of Thuan Dien, Cai Tac Canal

Where this trip takes you

My Long Pier, Tai Phu Canal, coconut groves of Thuan Dien, Cai Tac Canal

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bến Tre 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Drinking water
  • Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Service of an experienced English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Private touring

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Meals other than stated in the itinerary
  • Tips for the local guide and driver

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Suncream
  • Sunglasses
  • Umbrella
  • Insect repellent
  • Other personal items

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Bến Tre.

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