Authentic Mekong Delta 2 Day 1 Night Tour
The Mekong Delta is the lower part of the legendary Mekong River. Its name in our land is “Nine Dragon River” because it’s divided into thousands of intermingled branches and rivers. It creates nine river mouths before drifting out to the Sea like the nine happy dragons of mythology. This package will introduce you to one of the world’s most brilliant cultures with friendly and hospitable people, amazing scenery, tasty food, and thousands of smiles.
Duration 2 Days 1 Night
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Private group available
Group size depends on the selected tour option
Car/Van
Transportation provided as part of the activity
Card payments accepted
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Licensed English-Speaking Guide
Guided throughout the experience by a knowledgeable local guide
Highlights
- Small-group tour ensures a personalised experience
- Visit the biggest floating market in Mekong Delta
- Cruising along the Mekong River by motorboat
- Enjoy hand-rowing sampan under the shady tropical fruit gardens
- Visit to a traditional workshop where they produce coconut candies, pop-rice, rice paper or rice wine…
- Cycling around the charming villages
- Challenge yourself with cooking Vietnamese foods
- Experience the local homestay
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
Full description
Departure Schedule
- Pick-up Time on Day 1: 08:00 – 08:30
- End Tour on Day 2: 15:30 – 16:00
Additional information
- We pick up guests at several hotels; your hotel might be the first, so please be ready by 07:30 am, and we will come to your door as soon as we can.
- Please advise if you have food allergy or dietary information.
- A vegetarian option is available, please advise at the time of booking if required
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Only one under-five free admission per family
- What to expect at your homestay:
- The room includes a bed (with mattress), mosquito net, fan, table and chairs, electrical lights and outlets… and a lovely window or balcony.
- The outhouse is equipped with a clean, flushing toilet.
- Extra payment for accommodation in a hotel on request:
- 3-star hotel: 800,000VND /Room (1-2 guests)
4-star hotel: 1,000,000VND /Room (1-2 guests)
- 3-star hotel: 800,000VND /Room (1-2 guests)
- What to bring:
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- We suggest a small suitcase or backpack with comfortable clothes and shoes (sports shoes or flip-flops are fine), sunscreen, and mosquito repellent. Larger luggage can be left at your hotel or with us!
- During holiday periods, there will be a 30% surcharge applicable to the total price. The holiday periods include the listed dates below.
- International New Year’s Day (01 Day): January 1st
- Vietnamese New Year’s Day (07 Days)
- Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day (01 Day)
- Reunification Day (01 Day): April 30th
- May Day (01 Day): May 1st
- Vietnam National Day (04 Days)
Step by Step Itinerary
DAY 1 – FROM SAIGON TO THE HEART OF THE MEKONG. Meals: Lunch & Dinner
08:00–08:30 | Hotel pick-up
Your Mekong adventure begins with convenient pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Please be ready from 07:30–08:00, as pick-up times may vary depending on the hotel route.
08:30–10:30 | Journey to Ben Tre
Leave the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City behind and travel south toward Ben Tre, the land of coconut palms and peaceful waterways.
Enjoy the changing scenery as the city gradually gives way to rice fields, fruit orchards, villages, and the lush landscapes of the Mekong Delta.
10:30–12:00 | Cruise the Mekong & Discover Local Crafts
Board a local motorboat and cruise through the Mekong's maze of rivers and canals. Along the way, step into the everyday life of Delta communities. Visit traditional workshops and local family homes to discover crafts and products made by hand, such as coconut products and traditional mats.
Enjoy tropical fruit and tea while meeting local people and learning how traditional livelihoods are still part of life in the Mekong Delta.
12:00–13:00 | Sampan Ride & Village Exploration
Slow the pace down with a peaceful hand-rowed sampan ride through a narrow, shaded canal surrounded by tropical greenery. Continue your exploration by bicycle or local motor cart, passing vegetable gardens, fields, and quiet village roads. This is your chance to experience the Mekong at its most peaceful—away from the busy roads and large tourist crowds.
13:00–14:00 | Vietnamese Riverside Lunch
Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese 5-course lunch at a riverside restaurant.
Taste regional dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients while taking in views of the surrounding waterways.
14:00–17:00 | Travel to Can Tho & Check In
Continue your journey toward Can Tho, the cultural heart of the Mekong Delta.
Upon arrival, check in to your rustic local homestay and take some time to relax, explore the surroundings, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside.
18:00–20:00 | Cook, Dine & Experience Local Life
Join your host for a hands-on Vietnamese cooking experience. Learn how local dishes are prepared before sitting down together for dinner. Then settle into your homestay for a restful night in the Mekong countryside.
Overnight: Local homestay in Can Tho
DAY 2 – FLOATING MARKET SUNRISE & VILLAGE LIFE. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
06:00–07:00 | Early Breakfast
Start the day with a light breakfast at your homestay before heading out onto the river.
07:00–10:30 | Cai Rang Floating Market & Local Discovery
Board a motorboat and cruise toward Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest floating market in the Mekong Delta.
Watch local boats gather on the river to trade fresh fruits, vegetables, and other products. See how buying and selling happens directly on the water—a tradition that has shaped life along the Mekong for generations.
After the market, continue on foot along peaceful country roads. Visit a flea market, discover a traditional noodle-making workshop, and wander through tropical fruit gardens.
10:30–13:00 | Journey to Cai Be & Home-Cooked Lunch
Say goodbye to your homestay host and continue to Cai Be, a charming Mekong Delta village.
Visit a local home and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared with regional ingredients.
13:00–14:00 | Cycle Through the Village
After lunch, choose to relax at the house or hop on a bicycle for a leisurely ride around the village.
Pedal along quiet lanes, past gardens, farms, houses, and canals, and see the slower rhythm of everyday Delta life.
14:00–16:00 | Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Relax on the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. Your 2-day Mekong adventure ends with drop-off at your original pick-up point or in District 1, according to your arrangement.
Please note: Timing and itinerary are subject to change without notice. We’ll do our best to ensure everything goes according to plan.
Includes
- Air-conditional minivan transfer
- English Speaking Guide
- All admission fees
- All boat trips (motorboat & hand-rowed boat)
- Bicycle rides
- Meals (01 Breakfast, 02 Lunches, 01 Dinner)
- Drinks (2 bottles of 500ml/Person)
- Snacks (fruits, candies, honey tea…)
- Accommodation at a homestay
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in Districts 1, 3, 4)
Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Single room supplement
- Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)
- Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
- Travel insurance
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
- No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before start time
- Full refund or reschedule offered in case of severe weather cancellation by operator
Good to know
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🌙 Overnight Immersion: This is an immersive 2-day, 1-night journey, allowing you to explore beyond the typical day-trip spots and experience authentic local life, homestays, and regional culture at a relaxed pace.
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🚤 River & Local Transport: Expect diverse modes of travel throughout the trip, including motorboats along winding canals, hand-rowed sampans, and local transport like bicycles or motor-tricycles (xe lôi).
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🥗 Meals & Dietary Needs: Authentic regional meals are included; please inform the team in advance during booking if you have food allergies or require vegetarian options.
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