Vietnam Private Tour: Explore Mekong Delta Authentically 5 Days

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Journey into the heart of Vietnam and explore the captivating Mekong Delta, a land of fertile soil yielding vibrant orchards and endless rice paddies. Glide through the waterways on a boat trip, visiting fascinating floating villages like Ben Tre and Nhon Thanh. Immerse yourself in local life, from the bustling markets of Long Xuyen to the serene Ong Ho island. Encounter unique experiences like a crocodile farm visit and delve into the region's rich cultural tapestry, uncovering historical gems such as Kien An Cung and the intriguing Hang pagoda. Explore the spiritual Mac Cuu temple and the charming Huynh Thuy Le house, and witness the colorful Cao Dai and ancient Khmer cultures. Discover the natural beauty of the Tra Su nature reserve and the majestic Sam mountain. For an authentic touch, embrace a memorable homestay experience, connecting deeply with the elegant landscapes and warm hospitality of this extraordinary region.

What's Included

Bike: Ben Tre, Long Xuyen
Private transportation
Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
Boat: Ben Tre, Long Xuyen, Tra Su
Local experienced tour guide following itinerary
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
International flight from/to your country
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tipping and Gratuities
Other not mentioned in the program

Meeting and pickup

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

Please let us know your pick-up address and any dietary restrictions you may have.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    HCM City - Ben Tre (Boat trip & biking, visiting brick kiln, interacting with local people, overnight at a homestay)

    1 stop
  • 1
    Ben Tre

    Tour guide and driver welcome you at your hotel for your transfer to Ben Tre, a beautiful region in the Mekong Delta River, famous for making coconut candy. Arrive at Hung Vuong pier, take a boat trip on the Ben Tre River to discover the daily local life. Continue your boat trip on a canal to Nhon Thanh Village. This will be an opportunity to taste the fresh fruits. Take a bike ride (or Tuk tuk) on a small path through the villages and enjoy views of the coconut ranges, rice fields and vegetable gardens. A lunch of elephant ear fish is served in the village. A short walk helps you to discover the local life in depth. This is followed by a boat ride on the small canal shaded by the wild palm trees. For those who wish to ride a bike, you can enjoy riding through the rice fields and meet the locals. Transfer back to the village where you will spend a night in a homestay. Later this afternoon, you can join in preparing dinner with the host. Have dinner and stay overnight in Ben Tre.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Ben Tre - Sa Dec - Long Xuyen (Fruit garden tour, Kien An Cung pagoda, Huynh Thuy Le's house, Cao Dai temple)

    2 stops
  • 2

    Have breakfast at the homestay and enjoy a bike ride (1-1.5 hours) on the path from Dong Hoa to Tam Binh, passing the durian gardens, sapota gardens, and longan gardens. Encounter with the local people then visit the local village market. Return to the homestay for refreshments. (Extension: Go for a 1 hour walk along the trail with a local and cycle to Ngu Hiep Island where the alluvium of the Mekong River has formed a fertile garden. These are unusual excursions in a luxuriant and authentic place.) For those who do not wish to ride a bike, it is possible to ask our tour guide for a motorbike and ride pillion.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Transfer to Long Xuyen via Sa Dec where we can visit Kien An Cung pagoda and Huynh Thuy Le's house from the novel by Marguerite Duras 'L’Amant – the Lover'. Discover the local market in Sa Dec which is rich in fruits, vegetables, and fish. Continue to Long Xuyen and visit Cao Dai temple and a crocodile farm on route. Stay overnight at a hotel in Long Xuyen.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Long Xuyen - Chau Doc (Biking on Cu Lao Ong Ho island, visiting floating fish farm, island, mountain, pagodas & temples)

    3 stops
  • 4

    Start the day with a short transfer to the animated and authentic floating market and village in Long Xuyen on a small tributary of the Mekong River. Discover the daily activities of people living by the river. Then, take a short walk (or 1 hour biking) on Cu Lao Ong Ho Island. After that, transfer to Chau Doc.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    On arrival, visit Chau Doc Market and enjoy a boat trip to the floating fish village and Cham island village.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Mieu Ba Chua Xu Nui Sam

    Continue your drive to Sam Mountain (287m) with colorful temples and Pagodas: Xu Lady Pagoda, Thoai Ngoc Hau temple, Tay An pagoda. It's possible to walk up to the top of the mountain or take a motorbike taxi (40,000 VND/pp at your expense) to enjoy the awesome sunset over the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. Stay overnight in Chau Doc

    2 minutes • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Chau Doc - Ha Tien town (Unique scenery of Tra Su reserve, Chua Hang pagoda, Mac Cuu temple)

    3 stops
  • 7

    Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Tra Su reserve, an exceptional biodiversity ecosystem with a typical cajuput forest. This is also a famous bird park, known for a variety of species.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8

    Continue to Ha Tien along the border road between Vietnam and Cambodia. Arrive at a small beach in Kien Giang, stop to visit Chua Hang pagoda and the ancient fairy rocks which are a symbol of Ha Tien, named “ Phu Tu” (father and son). Unfortunately, the father rock fell the sea few years ago.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 9

    Continue to Ha Tien and check into your hotel. If time permits, visit Mac Cuu temple dedicated to a governor of the region in the 18th century, then to Thanh Van Cave.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Ha Tien town - Ho Chi Minh City (Ha Tien departure)

    2 stops
  • 10

    After breakfast travel back to Saigon. On the way stop as you wish for photos taking. Back to Saigon in the late afternoon. End of services.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Phu Quoc Island

    Optional: For those who wish travel to Phu Quoc Island for beach holiday, get a transfer to pier for high speedboat. Pay extra $11$/pax for speed boat ticket or you can arrange by yourself.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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