Mekong tour – 5 days from Ho Chi Minh

Mekong 5 days from Ho Chi Minh

Venturing into the Mekong Delta is to enter a world shaped by water, light and the sweetness of life. From the first moment, the landscape changes: the skyscrapers of Ho Chi Minh City disappear to make way for a universe of woven canals, water palm trees and floating villages that seem to glide peacefully to the rhythm of the river.

Over this 5-day immersion, the Mekong reveals its subtle magic. The boats move in silence under the coconut trees, the floating markets come alive at dawn in an explosion of colors, the smells of tropical fruits mingle with the scent of warm rice, and the inhabitants welcome you with a simple and sincere generosity. Here, everything is a matter of wonder: the ballet of boats, the reflection of the sun on the brown waters, daily life that is organized between land and river.

Each stage brings a new emotion: the discovery of artisanal workshops, the crossing of vibrant rice fields, meetings in traditional houses, small paths that wind through the heart of lush orchards. The Mekong is not just a place to visit, it is a universe that one feels - an authentic, human, profound experience.

This 5-day trip is an invitation to slow down, to listen, to observe. A fabulous adventure where nature and culture intertwine in perfect harmony, offering an unforgettable memory in the heart of South Vietnam.

Schedule of a 5-day visit to the Mekong

Jour 1 : Hô Chi Minh – Ben Tré (DEJ, DIN) :

Leave around 8:30 a.m. from Ho Chi Minh City with our English speaking guide in the direction of 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 from coconut leaves, taste exotic fruits, etc. then sails through the arroyos in a small sampan.

After lunch, join the homestay and meet your host then discover the surroundings by bicycle to immerse yourself in the landscapes of the Mekong before dinner and at the homestay.

Day 2 : Ben Tre – Can Tho (B, L):

After breakfast, enjoy a bycicle ride in the heart of Coconut Country on small shady paths to the island of Oc, nestled in the middle of the Ham Luong River. Discover the daily life of the inhabitants of the Mekong delta and their handicraft and agricultural activities. Their houses hidden in lush vegetation appear in front of you.

After lunch, go to Can Tho and on the way discover a Khmer pagoda. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 : Can Tho (B, L):

At 6 a.m., for breakfast, set off to discover the Cai Rang floating market where traders from nearby villages exchange all kinds of products.

Then go to Con Son island for lunch after cooking with the locals. In the afternoon, go for a walk and boat trip to discover the orchards and fish farming. Also enjoy a foot massage with the fish. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 : Can Tho – Chau Doc (B, L):

Around 9 a.m., go visit the house of the Orchids of Binh Thuy before taking the road to Chau Doc.

After lunch, discover the nature reserve of Tra Su, an ecological paradise that is home to bat colonies, more than 100 species of seabirds, as well as endless waterways and abundant vegetation.

Finally, discover a fish farm and a Muslim village of the Chàm Minority. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 : Chau Doc (B):

After breakfast, departure for Cambodia by speedboat (not included) or to Ha Tien to take the ferry to Phu Quoc (extra charge) or continue on the road to Ho Chi Minh with a stop along the way to discover the town of Sadec.

Price 2025 - 2026

2 pax: 16.300.000 VND / pax

3 pax: 14.200.000 VND / pax

4 pax: 12.000.000 VND / pax

Extra for for the transfer to Ha Tien: 1,500,000 vnd for the group.

For a departure to Phu Quoc or Phnom Penh, we can help you book the boat.