Mekong Delta Life Private Tour from Ho Chi Minh City

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the Mekong Delta on a private, fully customizable tour from Ho Chi Minh City with an English-speaking local driver. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off as you explore at your own pace, choosing how long to spend at each stop. Begin with a cultural visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda, then board a boat at My Tho Pier to experience riverside life. Continue to Ben Tre to see traditional coconut workshops and scenic river views, and finish at a local village or orchard to enjoy tropical fruits and rural landscapes. Your friendly driver shares insights and stories like a local friend and adapts the route to your interests. Flexible, comfortable, and stress-free, this private ride offers an authentic glimpse into Mekong Delta life.

What's Included

Fuel and Tolls
Water
WiFi on board
All taxes and handling charges
Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals and beverages
Tips and Gratuities
Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your Welcome Pickup driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.

Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.

Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.

Please note that this sightseeing tour does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Vinh Trang Pagoda. A peaceful Buddhist temple surrounded by gardens, tall Buddha statues, and shaded walkways. The mix of Vietnamese and Khmer architectural styles gives the pagoda a unique character. It’s calm, spacious, and ideal for a gentle introduction to the Mekong region before the river experience begins. Visitors often enjoy the detailed carvings, quiet courtyards, and impressive exterior statues.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    My Tho Boat Pier for Mekong River Boat. This bustling riverside pier is the starting point for most Mekong boat journeys. Here, travelers board small local boats that navigate the broad river channels and nearby islands. The area provides great views of fishing boats, stilt houses, and river commerce moving at a relaxed pace.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ben Tre

    Ben Tre Riverside / Coconut Workshop Area. Ben Tre is famous for its coconut-based crafts, and this stop offers a close look at traditional production methods. Small workshops demonstrate how coconuts become candy, oil, rope, or other handmade goods. It’s a simple, authentic insight into local livelihoods along the river. Short tastings and photo moments are usually available, making i

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ho Chi Minh City

    Local Village. A calm village environment where travelers often enjoy fresh fruits grown in the Delta’s fertile soil. You can take a short walk, sit beneath the orchard shade, or observe rural life at a relaxed pace. This stop captures the essence of Mekong countryside living. It’s a quiet, refreshing break before beginning the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5–12 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
Supplied by Welcome Pickups

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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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