Tours/Ho Chi Minh City/Private Mekong Delta & My Tho Full-Day Guided Tour
Viator · Private tour

Private Mekong Delta & My Tho Full-Day Guided Tour

4.9(18)Ho Chi Minh City1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR4.9(17)

Description

Instead of rushing to keep up with a group, explore the Mekong Delta at your own rhythm. This private tour is curated to offer a deeper, more intimate look at river life: ✅ PRIVATE BOAT & SAMPAN: Cruise the massive Tien River and explore hidden canals on a boat reserved exclusively for your group. ✅ RIDE LIKE A LOCAL: Experience the "Xe Loi" (open-air wagon), a fun and breezy way to see the village roads that cars cannot reach. ✅ TASTE THE TROPICS: Savor fresh seasonal fruits right in the garden and visit a local honey bee farm. ✅ HASSLE-FREE: Includes private hotel pickup/drop-off, entrance fees, and a delicious lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes.

Tour Options

Private Mekong Delta & My Tho Full-Day Guided Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

300 min

Depart from Saigon and head straight to My Tho. Getting on board at a less touristy pier, pass by the fruit gardens and enjoy tropical seasonal fruits, welcomed by friendly local people. Visit an orchid garden where beautiful orchids are grown and sip some honey tea. A boat trip to floating fish farms where locals live right on the water with fish underneath their floor will offer the ultimate chance to experience Mekong’s local life. Learn how coconut candy, a special product of Bến Tre, is made at a candy workshop and taste some for yourself. Hope on a xe loi (motor cart) and ride through the countryside, stop on the way sightseeing at local people’s daily activities and enjoy coconut juice. Stop at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch of traditional Vietnamese dishes. After lunch, take a rowing-boat along the water palm creek and return to the mainland. On your way back to Saigon, visit a famous pagoda in the Mekong Delta and learn about its history and culture.

Highlights

Cold towels
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Moto cart, rowing boat trip in small canal, boat trip on the main river

What's included

Included
Cold towels
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Moto cart, rowing boat trip in small canal, boat trip on the main river
Not included
Gratuities
Beverages

Pickup Locations & Times

We provide pickup at your hotel/apartment/house in central Ho Chi Minh city.

Traveller Ratings

4.9
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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total duration of the tour is 5 hours and the remaining time is for transfer and travel.

Reviews(18)

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Voyage02243623353
July 13, 2026
Lovely tour

Such a nice escape from Ho Chi Minh City. Fresh fruit, coconut water, peaceful scenery... exactly what I needed after a few busy days in the city. I also loved Vinh Trang Pagoda at the end of the trip. Beautiful place and a nice way to finish the day before driving back.

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ho_ianht2025
June 6, 2026
Happyyyy!!!!!

The Mekong tour was very well organized and perfect. We were picked up right at the hotel, which was very convenient. The car was comfortable, and our guide, Kanh, was very cheerful and thoughtful. The activities were also very fun: workshop, boat trip, delicious lunch. I highly recommend this tour.

Operator response

We are glad that you enjoy the trip to Mekong Delta. Thank you for sharing your experience, we hope to see you again

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Departure32415814570
June 6, 2026
Good!!!

I went on the Mekong trip with my wife. We thoroughly enjoyed all the activities on the Mekong and your logistics, everything was perfect. Thank you to our guide, Kanh, for being funny and telling us so many stories. I highly recommend this tour.

Operator response

We're glad that you and your wife had a memorable trip with our guide. Thank you for you recommendation

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nguy_ntE8861WX
June 4, 2026
Mekong delta

such an amazing trip to the mekong delta thank you for organizing such a memorable trip. We had a lot of fun at the workshop. My kids loved the rowing boat so much. Special thanks to the support team and the guide for being so professional, definitely book again

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your experiences. We're glad that you and your kids had a fun trip and happy that you're satisfied with our services

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Voyage46438297980
March 12, 2026
Wonderful experience.

My trip to the Mekong Delta was amazing! I was advised that my tho is close to Ho Chi Minh City and easy to get to, so I chose this trip. The boat trip was very fun and relaxing. Our guide also kept us entertained all day. I especially enjoyed the coconut candy making workshop.

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the relaxing boat trip and the visit to the coconut candy workshop. We truly appreciate your review.

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kimberlycL8667QW
December 30, 2025
My Tho trip

We had such a lovely day trip to My Tho. Everything felt relaxed and enjoyable from start to finish. The boat trip along the river was a real highlight — cruising through the canals while wearing a traditional conical hat was both fun and very “Vietnam” 😊 Stopping to enjoy fresh coconut water was incredibly refreshing, especially in the warm weather. Lunch was another big plus: a traditional Vietnamese meal with generous portions and great flavors, simple but really delicious. We also visited Vinh Trang Pagoda, which was peaceful and beautiful, we learnt a bit more about local culture and Buddhism. A perfect escape from Ho Chi Minh City for anyone wanting a calm and authentic Mekong experience.

Operator response

Dear Huynh Thi, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed such a relaxed and authentic day in My Tho. We hope to welcome you back on another trip in Vietnam.

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Rebecca_m
November 18, 2025
A great way to experience life away from the city and learn more about Vietnamese life in the Mekong Delta

Our private guide, Nok and driver Guan, picked us up from our hotel on time. It was an early start (7am) but it meant we reached many places before more travellers and groups, which was valuable. The stops were very enjoyable, Nok was extremely experienced, very pleasant and knowledgeable and we learnt a lot from him about life in Vietnam. Our first stop at the Buddhist Pagoda was enlightening and this was followed by a series of stops and using a range of transport, always at the right place at the right time. The full morning ended with a local lunch of several Vietnam dishes and we could relax and buy some drinks before starting our journey home. The air conditioned vehicle was very comfortable, the team worked well together and we felt we had had a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding day. A professional and well run tour. Thank you.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your detailed and thoughtful review. It’s great to know that our Guide and Driver experience and knowledge helped you learn more about life in Vietnam. We truly appreciate your recommendation.

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73hi_nt
September 8, 2025
Nice experience with ginkgo

Such a lovely experience in My Tho! We booked the day trip from Saigon and everything went smoothly from the start. The ride was comfortable and didn’t feel long at all. On the way, we stopped to taste fresh seasonal fruits straight from the garden — simple but so delicious. I really enjoyed the boat ride to the floating fish farms, it was eye-opening to see how people actually live on the river with fish raised right under their homes. Visiting the coconut candy workshop was fun too, I got to see the process step by step and of course try some (so sweet and tasty). The xeloi ride through the village and the small sampan trip along shady canals were very peaceful — it felt like stepping into the real countryside life of Vietnam. Lunch was good, plentiful, and the whole tour was well-organized without any rush. Our guide was super nice, explained things clearly, and kept the group in a good mood. I’d definitely recommend this trip if you want to see a different side of Vietnam outside the busy city.

Operator response

Dear Hien T, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the smooth journey, the peaceful boat rides, and getting a closer look at daily life along the river in My Tho. It’s great that the countryside atmosphere, local activities, and relaxed pace made the day special for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another journey in Vietnam.

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circlehuy
August 21, 2025
Healing soul and refresh mind tour

Really enjoyed this My Tho Mekong trip. Peaceful vibe and super fresh fruits straight from the garden. We visited a coconut candy workshop, watched the whole process, and even tried making it (sticky but fun), and seeing fish farms under floating houses was so unique. The small boat ride through quiet canals was the best — I felt close to nature. One more nice thing is the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda, I really love it. Well-organized tour and friendly guide :)

Operator response

Dear Vincent, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, fresh fruits, and all the hands-on experiences in My Tho. It’s wonderful to hear our guide made your day even better. Hope to welcome you on another journey soon!

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57m_t_v
August 20, 2025
Good

The My Tho Mekong tour was a great day out of the city. We enjoyed the slow boat ride on the river and the smaller sampan trip through shaded canals — very relaxing and scenic. The tropical fruits were fresh and tasty, and it was interesting to see how coconut candy is made, so wonderful and delicious. Lunch was filling, and visiting Vinh Trang Pagoda at the end was a nice cultural touch. Everything ran smoothly and the guide was friendly and helpful.

Operator response

Dear My Tu, Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback! 🌿 We’re delighted you enjoyed the peaceful boat rides, the fresh fruits, and the coconut candy experience. Vinh Trang Pagoda is always such a beautiful way to end the day, and we’re glad everything felt smooth and welcoming for you. Hope to see you again for more Mekong trips!

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