9 hours
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English
Overview
Begin with pickup at your Ho Chi Minh City hotel, then travel to Ben Tre in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, a roughly 2-hour drive. Upon arrival in Ben Tre, board a small boat to visit local factories, a coconut processing workshop, and a house where traditional mats are woven.
Take a walking tour of a small village—this is the perfect time to get a feel for daily life in the Mekong Delta—then hop a xe-lôi, a motorized rickshaw, to a riverside restaurant where you can refuel over a Delta-style lunch.
Ride a bike through the fields around the village, then board a sampan sightseeing tour along the picturesque canals. Return to shore, where you’ll visit a Cao Dai temple: this monotheistic religion was founded in southern Vietnam in the 1920s, and has brightly colored architecture and artwork. At the end of your time in Ben Tre, make the return trip to Ho Chi Minh City, where this tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel.
Operated by
Ginkgo Voyage
Ratings & Reviews
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Peace, Laughs, and Authenticity in the Mekong Delta
j0nmarc0c, Mar 2026
Highly recommend the Mekong Delta Day tour. While the travel to/from HCMC can be a little long (2 hrs) once you arrive in the Delta the experience is amazing. Peaceful, local, and culturally genuine. We enjoyed all of our stops along the tour, especially the coconut candy shop and our Elephant Ear fish lunch in a quiet village. The hospitality of all the local peoples involved made our experience a great one. A special shout out to our tour guide Jason Super Star who brought an infectious energy and spirit to the tour. We were laughing, singing, and learning the whole time and it made the experience unforgettable. “Is it me you’re looking for!? Mango, pineapple, banana Watermellllloooon!!” IYKYK.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear j0nmarc0c, Thank you for highly recommending us. We are delighted that you had a wonderful experience in the Mekong with our enthusiastic guide, Jason. We look forward to seeing you again on future trips to other parts of Vietnam.
A wonderful, relaxing trip!
Sightsee56876792179, Mar 2026
I recommend the experience in Ben Tre, it's very peaceful and authentic. It's quite far from Ho Chi Minh City, but the transportation was comfortable, so we were all very satisfied. Thank you to our guide for giving us such a wonderful day exploring the countryside. The guide told us many stories, and we learned a lot.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere in Ben Tre and felt comfortable throughout the journey. We truly appreciate the recommendation.
A Relaxing Countryside Getaway for Two
Alexi_ME_1, Feb 2026
My husband and I have read and watched a lot about Vietnam, but this was our first time visiting the country. It was exactly what we expected for a relaxing trip in the Vietnamese countryside. The scenery in Ben Tre offers a slow and peaceful vibe, rowing a boat under the coconut trees was truly chill and refreshing. We also had the opportunity to explore traditional craft villages and enjoy local food and fresh fruits. Thank you very much for your thoughtful arrangement. :)
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Alexi, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're glad to hear your family had a nice trip, we hope to welcome you back to explore more about Vietnam.
1-day tour from Saigon to the Mekong, by car, boat, tuk-tuk and sampan
Relax04083829017, Jan 2026
Had a wonderful one-day-tour from busy Ho Chi Minh to the Mekong and its sidearms, visiting artisans in a truly wonderful nature - thank you Son (our driver) and Typhoon Honey (our tour guide) for such an impressive experience!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Relax04083829017, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the contrast between busy Ho Chi Minh City and the peaceful Mekong, and that Son and Typhoon Honey helped make the day memorable. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again.
Itinerary
Ben Tre
Depart from Saigon and head straight to Ben Tre. Board a private boat to enjoy the most spectacular view and relaxing boat trip on the Mekong River.
Your first stop is a local brick kiln where we’ll learn how clay bricks are made. Continuing to other villages, you’ll learn about Coconut charcoal, coconut fiber processing, coconut candy workshop and freshly picked fruits from a local orchard gardern.
You’ll spend more time meandering down the river and cruising a long beautiful creek covered with shady Coconut, Nipa palms then stop to visit local mat-weaving village to learn more about the localsleeping mats, traditional lifestyles, culture, and customs before hopping on a xe-lôi (motorized rickshaw) or enjoying a bicycle ride to reach a nice riverside restaurant for a delicious lunch with local delicacies.
After lunch, you’ll experience the rowing boat trip along the picturesque canals. Come back to the car and continue to visit Ben Tre Local Market before heading back to Saigon.
5 hours
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- 2 bottled waters & wet tissues per person
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Local travel insurance
- Boat and bike tours
Exclusions
- Beverages
- Personal expense
- Tipping & Gratuities
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.