A day in the Delta from Ho Chi Minh

A Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh

Just two hours' drive from the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, the Mekong Delta opens up like another world: a peaceful universe made of winding rivers, lush orchards and floating villages.
It is here, in the province of Ben Tre, that your excursion to the Mekong delta begins, at the meeting of rural and authentic Vietnam.

Known as the 'coconut province', Ben Tre is the beating heart of the delta.
Between palm-lined canals, houses on stilts and craft workshops, the region offers a lively immersion in the river culture of South Vietnam.
The inhabitants live to the rhythm of the river, cultivating, fishing and making handmade products from coconut or bamboo.

During this boat trip and tuk-tuk, you will discover these small villages, their local markets and their traditional crafts.
Your English-speaking guide will share with you the simplicity and generosity of the inhabitants, while explaining to you the ancestral customs and know-how.

This excursion to the Mekong Delta is a true invitation to serenity: between the soothing sound of oars on the water, the scents of tropical fruits and the smiles of the villagers, you will taste the very essence of authentic Vietnam.

Une journée qui se vit comme un voyage dans le voyage, au fil de l’eau et du temps, entre nature, culture et douceur de vivre.

Planning of the Mekong Delta excursion

Leave around 7.30am. from Ho Chi Minh with our English-speaking tour guide to go to the province of of Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta.

This town on the banks of the Mekong River is full of diverse local activities that you will discover during a boat ride and by tuk tuk. Discover how brooms are made with coconut leaves, taste exotic fruits, etc.

After lunch, sail through the arroyos in small sampan to discover the small canals of the Mekong before heading back to Ho Chi Minh.

Price 2025 - 2026

2 pax: 3.220.000 VND /pax

3 pax: 2.710.000 VND / pax

4 pax: 2.180.000 VND /pax

The Mekong Delta

A day in the Mekong Delta is much more than just an excursion: it is a living immersion in the rural heart of Vietnam, where the river nourishes the land, traditions and daily life.
Only a few hours from Ho Chi Minh City, this getaway transports you to another pace, made of sweetness, encounters and authentic discoveries.

Live the Mekong on the water

Sailing on the arms of the Mekong aboard a small local boat is discovering a peaceful and bright Vietnam, far from the hustle and bustle of big cities.
The landscapes of rice fields, palm trees and tropical orchards parade along the water, while the crossed boats testify to the daily river life of the inhabitants.
It is a sensory and poetic experience, where one lets oneself be lulled by the movement of the river and the whisper of nature.

Meet the artisans and the inhabitants

The Mekong Delta is a world of know-how and traditions.
During this day, you will have the opportunity to visit the artisanal workshops of Ben Tre, specialized in the processing of coconut, bamboo and tropical fruits.
These meetings allow to understand the creativity and resilience of the inhabitants, who have lived in harmony with their environment for generations.

You will share a sincere moment with local families, taste their products and discover the warmth of the Vietnamese welcome - simple, natural and generous.