Mekong Delta Small-Group Day Trip: Boat Ride, Pagoda & Cottages
by Asiana Link Travel
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This small-group day trip lasts about 9 to 10 hours, beginning with hotel pickup from District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. The group travels by air-conditioned minivan for approximately one and a half hours to the Mekong River, with a stop for refreshments and restroom breaks along the way. Upon arrival in Mỹ Tho, participants board a motorboat for a cruise along the Mekong River canals. The boat passes the Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands and continues with views of the Rạch Miễu Bridge, a notable Vietnamese-built bridge crossing the river. The tour then crosses the river to Bến Tre village, where guests visit traditional cottages and a workshop demonstrating coconut candy making, honey farming, and other local crafts. Samples are provided while traditional music plays. A hand-rowed sampan ride follows along a shaded canal, with local rowers guiding the boat. Afterward, guests take a ride on a Xe Lôi vehicle to explore the village further. Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant featuring a Vietnamese five-course set menu; dietary restrictions should be informed in advance. After lunch, there is time to relax in a Mekong Delta garden or take a bicycle ride through the village. Another boat trip through canals lined with water coconut trees returns the group to Mỹ Tho pier. The tour then visits Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, known for its mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian architecture and detailed Buddhist statues. The return trip to Ho Chi Minh City takes about one and a half hours by minivan, concluding with drop-off at the original pickup location or another city center spot if requested. The tour includes all boat trips (motorboat and hand-rowed boat), lunch, drinks (two 500ml bottles per person), snacks (fruits, candies, honey tea), a local guide, taxes, and hotel transfers within District 1. The group size is limited to 12 guests. The Mekong River, which stretches 4,500 kilometers through six countries, ends in this fertile delta region known for producing three rice harvests per year and abundant tropical fruits and flowers.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup from District 1 hotels
Pickup occurs between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. at hotels in District 1; then a 1,5-hour drive to the Mekong River follows, including a stop for refreshments and a toilet break.
My Tho
On arrival, the group boards a motorboat to cruise the Mekong River canals, passing the Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands while enjoying views of the river’s natural surroundings.
Cau Rach Mieu
During the boat ride, participants observe the Rạch Miễu Bridge, a large Vietnamese-built bridge crossing the Mekong River.
Ben Tre
The tour crosses the river to Bến Tre village where guests visit a traditional workshop showcasing coconut candy making and honey farming. Samples are offered while traditional music plays. A sampan ride along a shady canal rowed by locals follows, then a ride on a Xe Lôi explores the village.
60 min
Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Lang Xanh Ben Tre
Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant with a Vietnamese five-course set menu. Guests should inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
60 min
Mekong Delta
After lunch, guests can relax in a typical Mekong Delta garden or take a bicycle ride around the village. A scenic boat trip through canals lined with water coconut trees returns the group to Mỹ Tho pier.
60 min
Vinh Trang Temple
The group visits Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, noted for its blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian architectural styles and numerous Buddhist statues and carvings.
30 min
Ho Chi Minh City
The tour ends with a 1.5-hour minivan transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City, with drop-off at the original pickup point or another city center location upon request.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Mekong Delta Small-Group Day Trip: Boat Ride, Pagoda & Cottages
by Asiana Link Travel
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$88Overview
This small-group day trip lasts about 9 to 10 hours, beginning with hotel pickup from District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. The group travels by air-conditioned minivan for approximately one and a half hours to the Mekong River, with a stop for refreshments and restroom breaks along the way. Upon arrival in Mỹ Tho, participants board a motorboat for a cruise along the Mekong River canals. The boat passes the Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands and continues with views of the Rạch Miễu Bridge, a notable Vietnamese-built bridge crossing the river. The tour then crosses the river to Bến Tre village, where guests visit traditional cottages and a workshop demonstrating coconut candy making, honey farming, and other local crafts. Samples are provided while traditional music plays. A hand-rowed sampan ride follows along a shaded canal, with local rowers guiding the boat. Afterward, guests take a ride on a Xe Lôi vehicle to explore the village further. Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant featuring a Vietnamese five-course set menu; dietary restrictions should be informed in advance. After lunch, there is time to relax in a Mekong Delta garden or take a bicycle ride through the village. Another boat trip through canals lined with water coconut trees returns the group to Mỹ Tho pier. The tour then visits Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, known for its mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian architecture and detailed Buddhist statues. The return trip to Ho Chi Minh City takes about one and a half hours by minivan, concluding with drop-off at the original pickup location or another city center spot if requested. The tour includes all boat trips (motorboat and hand-rowed boat), lunch, drinks (two 500ml bottles per person), snacks (fruits, candies, honey tea), a local guide, taxes, and hotel transfers within District 1. The group size is limited to 12 guests. The Mekong River, which stretches 4,500 kilometers through six countries, ends in this fertile delta region known for producing three rice harvests per year and abundant tropical fruits and flowers.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup from District 1 hotels
Pickup occurs between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. at hotels in District 1; then a 1,5-hour drive to the Mekong River follows, including a stop for refreshments and a toilet break.
My Tho
On arrival, the group boards a motorboat to cruise the Mekong River canals, passing the Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix Islands while enjoying views of the river’s natural surroundings.
Cau Rach Mieu
During the boat ride, participants observe the Rạch Miễu Bridge, a large Vietnamese-built bridge crossing the Mekong River.
Ben Tre
The tour crosses the river to Bến Tre village where guests visit a traditional workshop showcasing coconut candy making and honey farming. Samples are offered while traditional music plays. A sampan ride along a shady canal rowed by locals follows, then a ride on a Xe Lôi explores the village.
60 min
Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Lang Xanh Ben Tre
Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant with a Vietnamese five-course set menu. Guests should inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
60 min
Mekong Delta
After lunch, guests can relax in a typical Mekong Delta garden or take a bicycle ride around the village. A scenic boat trip through canals lined with water coconut trees returns the group to Mỹ Tho pier.
60 min
Vinh Trang Temple
The group visits Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, noted for its blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian architectural styles and numerous Buddhist statues and carvings.
30 min
Ho Chi Minh City
The tour ends with a 1.5-hour minivan transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City, with drop-off at the original pickup point or another city center location upon request.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.