Mekong Delta Explorer 3 Days from Ho Chi Minh City Group Tour

3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Mekong Delta Discovery 3 Days from Ho Chi Minh City – Group Tour for an authentic and well-balanced journey into Southern Vietnam’s river life. In just three days, you will explore vibrant floating markets, peaceful canals, lush fruit orchards, and the unique cultural blend of Vietnamese and Khmer communities. The tour combines boat trips, cycling, local workshops, and nature experiences such as Tra Su Forest, offering both cultural insight and scenic beauty. With professional guides, comfortable accommodation, included meals, and a convenient departure from Ho Chi Minh City, this group tour delivers excellent value while ensuring a rich and memorable Mekong Delta experience.

What's Included

Fast boat or bus ticket to Phnom Penh (dependent on real-time availability) with option to phnompenh
1 bottle of water per person/day
Entrance fees
Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Dinner
English-speaking guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
1-nights hotel in Can Tho, 1-nights hotel in Chau Doc
Travel insurance
Tips & personal expenses
Extra meals & drinks
Cambodia visa fee (for Phnom Penh option)
Holiday surcharge

Meeting and pickup

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

Our guide will pick you up at lobyb your hotel with name

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City → Cai Be → Can Tho (L)

    3 stops
  • 1
    District 1

    07:00 – 07:30 Pick up from hotels in District 1 and depart for Cai Be, beginning your journey into the heart of the Mekong Delta.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Late Morning – Cai Be Exploration Upon arrival, embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Mekong River. Visit the lively Cai Be floating market area, explore a traditional ancient house, and stop by a local coconut candy workshop to learn about this regional specialty. Enjoy fresh tropical fruits while listening to traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music. Continue with a relaxing sampan ride through narrow, shaded canals, offering an authentic glimpse into daily river life.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Can Tho

    Lunch & Local Experience Savor lunch at a charming garden house restaurant. Join a short cooking class to learn how to prepare a local Mekong specialty. After lunch, cycle through peaceful village paths and visit Ba Kiet’s ancient house to discover more about traditional Mekong architecture and local culture. Afternoon Transfer to Can Tho city. Check in at your hotel and enjoy free time at leisure. Overnight in Can Tho.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Can Tho → Cai Rang Floating Market → Tra Su Forest → Chau Doc (B, L, D)

    3 stops
  • 4
    Can Tho

    Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a morning boat excursion to the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market – one of the largest and most colorful floating markets in the Mekong Delta. Witness the lively trading activities as local vendors sell fresh fruits and agricultural products directly from their boats.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Continue to a traditional noodle factory to learn about the handmade rice noodle production process and sample local specialties. Then visit Munir Ansay Khmer Pagoda, an impressive Khmer-style temple showcasing unique architecture and cultural heritage. Explore the Con Son community tourism area, where you can stroll through lush fruit orchards and experience authentic local life along the river. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Can Tho before departing for Chau Doc.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Chau Doc

    In the afternoon, visit Tra Su Cajuput Forest. Glide gently through the serene waterways by rowing boat, surrounded by lush greenery and diverse birdlife – a highlight for nature lovers. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at your hotel in Chau Doc.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Chau Doc - Ho Chi Minh or Chau Doc to Phnom penh(cambodia)

    1 stop
  • 7
    Chau Doc

    Option 1: Chau Doc → Phnom Penh (B) 06:30: Breakfast & hotel check-out. 07:00: Depart by speedboat or bus to Phnom Penh (approx. 5 hours). End of services in Phnom Penh. Option 2: Chau Doc → Ho Chi Minh City (B, L) 06:30: Breakfast at hotel. Morning visits: floating village, Cham village, Chau Doc Market, Hang Pagoda & Ba Chua Xu Temple. Lunch en route at local restaurant. Afternoon: Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. 17:30 – 18:00: Arrival in HCMC. End of tour.

    5 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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