Mekong Delta: A Journey from Ho Chi Minh City
Description
Escape the hustle of Ho Chi Minh City and journey into the peaceful countryside of the Mekong Delta, where life flows with the rhythm of the river. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, cruise along the Tien River, and explore local workshops making coconut candy and rice paper. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch, taste tropical fruits, and experience local folk music. End your day with a serene rowing boat ride through coconut-lined canals, immersing yourself in the true spirit of the Mekong.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Heading to the Mekong Delta. Pass by green rice fields before arriving at the beautiful rural My Tho (take around 2 hours) -> We will reach the port to take a leisurely cruise on the Tien River to see 4 islets which are represented as four mythical animals in Southeast Asia: Dragon, Kirin, Tortoise, and Phoenix. -> Then we will visit a honey bee farm and taste delicious honey tea with lemon, which is really good for health. Moreover, it is to enjoy a lot of tropical fruits featuring the typical characteristics of the Mekong Delta. Local people also have a python farm, and for those who are looking for adventure, can touch pythons and take photos with them. -> Enjoy the melody of “Don Ca Tai Tu”, a genre of traditional folk music which is an indispensable spiritual cultural activity in the Mekong Delta people and is officially recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. -> Visit the coconut candy workshop to learn how to make delicious candies by hand.
Considered the biggest and oldest ancient pagoda in Southern Vietnam, influenced by Asian and Western architecture and culture, which is located in My Tho Town.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will send the information about the car transfer, tour guide, and pick-up time at the meeting point to the customer one day before the tour starts
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
