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By Vietnam Homies Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$34 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Leave the energy of Ho Chi Minh City behind and spend a memorable day discovering the authentic rhythms of life in the Mekong Delta. Cruise along the mighty Mekong River, explore peaceful villages surrounded by coconut palms and tropical orchards, and experience local traditions through food, music, and hands-on encounters. Taste freshly made coconut sweets, sip fragrant honey tea, enjoy tropical fruits while listening to folk music, and glide through narrow waterways by traditional sampan. Complete the journey with a delicious Vietnamese lunch and a visit to the impressive Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the region’s most remarkable spiritual landmarks.

Activity location

  • Ho Chi Minh City
    • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Saigon Opera House
    • 07 Công trường Lam Sơn
    • 700000, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Check availability

Group Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$34.20 x 1 AdultAU$34.20
Total
Price is AU$34.20

Private Tour & Car & Guide

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Multiple language options: English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish,…etc. Flexible schedule & itinerary
Pickup included

Price details
AU$250.82 x 1 AdultAU$250.82
Total
Price is AU$250.82

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Vietnamese lunch with local dishes
  • Inclusions
    Bottled drinking water
  • Inclusions
    Honey tea with fresh lemon
  • Inclusions
    Visit to a coconut sweets workshop
  • Inclusions
    Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in district 1, 3, 5
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned transport
  • Inclusions
    Traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performance
  • Inclusions
    Seasonal tropical fruit tasting
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
  • Exclusions
    Tips and service charge for the tour guide and driver
  • Exclusions
    Surcharge for the holidays in Vietnam
  • Exclusions
    Boat fees
  • Exclusions
    Surcharge for other languages

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Ho Chi Minh City

  • 2h
Your adventure begins with convenient pickup from your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City. Settle into the comfortable vehicle and leave the fast-moving streets of the city behind as the scenery gradually transforms into the peaceful countryside of Southern Vietnam. Along the way, watch urban landscapes give way to green fields, small towns, fruit gardens, and quiet villages that offer a first glimpse into life beyond the city.

Mekong River

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Upon arrival in the Mekong Delta, step aboard a motorboat and begin cruising across the legendary Mekong River. Feel the fresh river breeze as you take in views of fishing boats, riverside homes, local docks, and the fertile landscapes shaped by the region’s rich alluvial waters. Your guide will share stories about the river and explain why generations of local families have depended on it for fishing, farming, transport, and daily life. This scenic cruise is the perfect introduction to the unique culture and natural beauty of the Mekong Delta.

Mekong Delta

  • 4m
Explore Mekong's peaceful villages & discover traditions that have been passed down through generations. Visit a local coconut sweets workshop to see how one of the region’s favourite sweets is made from fresh coconuts, then taste different flavours directly at the production site. Continue to a local bee farm, where you can enjoy warm honey tea mixed with fresh lemon while learning about the importance of beekeeping in the countryside The journey continues through tropical fruit gardens, where you can sample seasonal fruits while enjoying a performance of traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music. Walk along quiet village paths shaded by tropical trees & observe the simple beauty of rural life. One of the day’s most memorable experiences awaits as you board a traditional sampan and glide through narrow canals surrounded by dense coconut palms. After your countryside exploration, sit down for a satisfying Vietnamese lunch featuring a selection of local dishes and flavours from the region

Vinh Trang Temple

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
After experiencing the lively culture and peaceful waterways of the Mekong Delta, continue to the magnificent Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the most famous Buddhist landmarks in Southern Vietnam. Located near My Tho, this historic spiritual site offers a fascinating combination of Vietnamese, Asian, and European architectural influences, creating an atmosphere unlike any other temple in the region. Take time to walk through the tranquil grounds, admire the beautifully decorated structures, and discover the impressive giant Buddha statues that have become iconic symbols of the pagoda. From intricate carvings and colourful details to peaceful gardens and sacred spaces, every corner offers something worth observing. Your guide will introduce you to the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the site while allowing time for photos and quiet exploration. The peaceful atmosphere of Vinh Trang Pagoda provides a meaningful and beautiful conclusion to your Mekong Delta experience.

Ho Chi Minh City

  • 2h
After a full day of river scenery, village encounters, local flavours, and cultural discoveries, relax on the comfortable drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. This is the perfect time to look back on the many contrasts experienced throughout the day—from the wide waters of the Mekong River to intimate palm-shaded canals, from family-run workshops to tropical orchards and the peaceful grounds of Vinh Trang Pagoda. As the countryside gradually gives way to the lively streets of Ho Chi Minh City, you will return with a deeper understanding of the people, traditions, and landscapes that make the Mekong Delta such a special part of Vietnam. Rather than simply visiting famous sights, this journey offers a closer connection with local life through genuine experiences, traditional flavours, and memorable encounters. Upon arrival in the city, your guide and driver will take you back to your hotel, bringing your full-day Mekong Delta adventure to a comfortable end.

Location

Activity location

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    Ho Chi Minh City
    • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Saigon Opera House
    • 07 Công trường Lam Sơn
    • 700000, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

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