Mekong Delta Small Group Full Day Tour
Description
Escape the crowded big buses and explore the Mekong Delta the authentic way. On this small-group tour (max 12 travelers), you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience with ample legroom and a dedicated English-speaking guide. Cruise the Tien River, paddle a traditional sampan through palm-shaded canals, visit local workshops (coconut candy & honey tea), and savor a delicious set menu lunch featuring the famous "Elephant Ear Fish." No hidden costs, just pure culture. Our commitment to responsible tourism supports local families and sustainable practices, preserving the Mekong Delta's natural beauty and cultural legacy for years to come. Participate in our plastic bottle collection initiative—a simple yet impactful contribution to environmental sustainability.
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Itinerary
Departing from Ho Chi Minh City, leave the hustle behind as we head to the serene Mekong Delta. Our first stop is the magnificent Vinh Trang Pagoda, a unique fusion of European and Asian architecture. Marvel at this architectural treasure dating back to the 19th century, where intricate carvings, ornate design elements, and serene gardens offer a glimpse into Vietnam's spiritual heritage and rich cultural history. Featuring the most unique architectural style in Southern Vietnam, Vinh Trang Pagoda's highlight is its triple-gate entrance adorned with intricate ceramic and porcelain mosaics. Please note: The tour includes a visit to a temple, so please dress modestly with clothing that covers shoulders and knees.
Then, we board a motorboat to cruise along the Tien River, witnessing the bustling life of local fishermen and seeing the four iconic islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Turtle. This is the highlight! Step into a small hand-rowed sampan and drift through the narrow, palm-lined canals. It’s quiet, peaceful, and perfect for photos. We’ll stop at local workshops to see how coconut candy is made by hand and taste fresh honey tea right from the bee farm. Discover authentic Delta charm. Visit a fruit orchard where you'll experience local honey harvesting and enjoy refreshing honey tea tastings amid lush tropical surroundings. Continue to a traditional workshop to witness the intricate process of making the region's famous coconut candy.
Relax at a riverside restaurant for a proper Mekong lunch. Forget the boxed meals; we serve a hot set menu including the region's signature Deep-fried Elephant Ear Fish, spring rolls, and local soup. Walk through fruit orchards, taste fresh seasonal fruits, and enjoy a live performance of Southern Vietnamese Folk Music by the locals before a comfortable ride back to Saigon.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
* Pick up and transfer to the centrally located hotel/accommodation in District 1 (except Đa Kao Ward, Tan Dinh Ward) from the following streets: Lý Tự Trọng, Lê Thánh Tôn, Trương Định, Nguyễn An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Lưu Văn Lang, Lê Anh Xuân, Đồng Khởi, Nguyễn Huệ, Thi Sách, Thái Văn Lung, Mạc Thị Bưởi, Hồ Huấn Nghiệp, Nguyễn Thái Bình, Lê Thị Hồng Gấm, Bùi Thị Xuân, Sương Nguyệt Anh, and Ký Con. * If you are not staying on any of the above streets, please make your own way to the meeting point (112 Trần Hưng Đạo Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Hồ Chí Minh City). * The pickup time in the above-prescribed ranges varies according to the position of the customers’ hotels or the required pickup points. * Show the mobile or printed voucher to the staff before commencing the activity.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Group tour : maximum 12 pax
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, otherwise they will be subject to the adult rate. A surcharge maybe applied to the bookings with 2 or more children.
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
- For the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn Thị Nghĩa Street,…
- Drop-off time may vary due to traffic and weather conditions, so the tour may finish later than originally estimated.
- Attires are appropriate for a visit to the pagoda (you must have shoulders and knees covered
- Activities may be conducted in a different order than outlined in the brochure, but we guarantee all services described will be provided.
Reviews(2,999)
Thanks to our guide Steven Luu.The tour was a fun experience!
All very good except for the singing of some local people, only 15-min performance maybe, and tip box was brought to the table after 10 minutes and we must tip even the singing is nothing special excepr in local language.
Tour guide Jerry and driver Tom are fantastic. Punctual pick-up, excellent attitude and detailed information.
We had a pleasant day on The Mekong full day tour with Tuyuan. Highlights were coconut farm , the pagoda and lunch was delicious.
Thuyen was a great and energetic guide !
Lam has been so helpful & informative throughout the entire tour. Everything was executed at a good pace and we enjoyed ourselves a lot.
小黃gave us a very good tour guide. She is very nice and detail. Always have smiles on her face. Strong recommends her.
Travis is the most delightful caring guide you could ask for! His impeccable English, sunny disposition, great sense of humour made our day out one of the best while we traveled. He was receptive to all queries and anticipated each member of the tours needs. A great communicator very conscientious about safety and participation for each of us. Very clear direction around timetable, the bus and staying connected. Travis was awesome.
Expect a nice, laidback tourist day trip with various activities: stopping at a pagoda, drinking honey tea, tasting tropical fruit, listening to traditional songs, watch the production of cocout candy, a short boat tour on a canal, cycling through a village (the bikes are truely an experience, but luckily the tour can be made even with the crappiest ones and is still fun), cruising over the Mekong. The lunch ist tasty and the serve vegetarian options. Of course there are several stopps that invite you to buy things but none of them are pushy or insisting. If you are looking for an organized tour that brings you out of HCMC for a day - this is a great option. Take the small group tour - it’s worth the money. I suppose the programm is more or less the same for all tour operators. Perhaps ask which Island of the four is on the program. We had Unicorn Island but I heard Phoenix Island has an interesting site of the so called „coconut-monk“, so maybe that could be helpful in deciding. Other than that, this company offers likeable guides, the pick-up was on point, organization flawless and the driver very calm.
Highly recommended guide Alan Allen, his Chinese interpretation gave me a further understanding of the local culture. The care of the crew members during the trip is also careful, with consideration for safety. Travel activities are arranged smoothly and without time pressure.
