Full Day Private Tour in Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh
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About This Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Why Visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Ho Chi Minh City provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Ho Chi Minh City
The easiest way to reach Ho Chi Minh City is by flying into Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- All entrance and sightseeing fees
- Pick up & drop off at a hotel in HCMC center
- English-speaking guide (meet & greet at My Tho station)
- Private air-conditioned vehicles
- Amazing authentic lunch
- Boat & sampan (small boat), horse cart
What's Not Included
- Gratuities/Tips (Optional)
- Drinks and other meals not indicated in the program
- Personal expenses
- Compulsory insurance
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
08:00 AM, the car driver (no tour guide)... 1 hour 40 minutes
08:00 AM, the car driver (no tour guide) will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to Vinh Trang Pagoda, the most beautiful pagoda of the province with a mixed structure of many styles.
The reststop on the way at the pagoda,... 30 minutes
The reststop on the way at the pagoda, the car driver will stop at Vinh Trang pagoda in My Tho which was built in 1849. It is the greatest pagoda of Tien Giang Province and was recognized as a national historical and cultural relic in 1984.
After arrival in My Tho, you will ride... 1 hour
After arrival in My Tho, you will ride on a local motor boat along Dragon Island, Unicorn Island (Cồn Thới Sơn), Phoenix Island, Turtle Island and stop at the famous Unicorn Island. While at the Unicorn Island, you will visit natural pure honey at a bee keeping farm, taste some honey wine, rice wine, banana wine… Walking on the village and taking rowing boat along the nature water coconut canal to see local’s daily life in Mekong Delta.
Coco candy producing process Continuing the journey on the... 1 hour
Coco candy producing process Continuing the journey on the river until reaching the local hidden Tan Thach village (which is less touristy than Thoi Son island tourism a lot), you will get to know many things about coconut uses (coconut candy, wine, oil, mat, coco shell), the tour guide will explain about coco candy producing process at the local coconut workshop as well – very kid-friendly. Enjoying free samples of local specialties and discovering daily activities of local people.
Horse cart Take a short walk to explore the village 30 minutes
Horse cart Take a short walk to explore the village. Enjoy more Mekong countryside with the horse cart as a Landlord in the old days. Arrive another village - a performance site where Vietnamese traditional music (Đàn Ca Tài Tử - A folk art form from Southern Vietnam accredited by UNESCO in 2013 as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity) can be heard and seasonal tropical fruits and honey tea can be tasted (included).
Hand rowing sampan (small boat) in a small... 30 minutes
Hand rowing sampan (small boat) in a small canal Afterward, being on a hand-rowing sampan (small boat) in a small canal and slowly cruising through a small creek with beautiful overhanging coconut trees. Lives from both sides of the creek can be observed.
Lunch with an elephant ear fish Around noon, have... 1 hour 10 minutes
Lunch with an elephant ear fish Around noon, have an authentic set menu lunch with an elephant ear fish.
End the tour Disembark at My Tho boat station... 1 hour 30 minutes
End the tour Disembark at My Tho boat station where the car driver (no tour guide) waits for you there and picks you up and transfers straight to HCMC city. Arrive HCMC around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
