If you love authentic experiences and connecting with local people, don’t miss this tour
You'll be picked up in the morning from your hotel in Central Ho Chi Minh City and depart for the Mekong Delta. After around 2 hours from Saigon, you'll arrive in Ben Tre, known as the “coconut kingdom” of Vietnam. Enjoy a 7–10 km cycling ride through peaceful countryside paths, passing local markets, tropical fruit gardens, coconut groves, and picturesque bridges. Meet friendly locals and experience authentic rural life. A visit to a coconut garden will tell you about coconut harvesting and its importance to local life. You'll have the chance to enjoy a home-grown, homemade lunch at a local house, featuring authentic Mekong Delta flavours.
In the afternoon, you can take a leisurely motorboat cruise along the Tien River, passing Dragon, Kirin, Tortoise, and Phoenix Islets. Visit Kirin Islet to explore tropical fruit orchards, a honey bee farm, and a coconut candy workshop. You'll sample seasonal fruits, honey tea, and traditional folk music.
The day concludes with a peaceful row through a mangrove palm canal in a traditional boat, allowing you to fully appreciate the natural beauty of the Mekong Delta. Once back on the mainland, you'll be driven back to Saigon, marking the end of your unforgettable day trip.
