Ben Tre – Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day (Not Touristy)

Our tour guide will come & pick you up at your hotel (in District 1). In case you are in other districts, please come to a meeting point for pick-up. As we need to arrange with other guests, the exact pick-up time will be sent to you in the evening before the tour date. But normally we will pick you up at 7:00 – 7:45 AM depending on your place.

It will take us about 1.5 hours to the Mekong Delta (Ben Tre), on the way there will be a lot of rice paddy fields to watch. You can take a rest at this time in case you are tired of getting up early.

A Mekong Delta tour can’t live up to its name without boat riding. Take the long boat ride on the Mekong River which is a captivating experience that unveils the essence of the Mekong Delta’s charm, allowing you to absorb the rich tapestry of this unique and vibrant culture.

Explore the rich tapestry of Southern culture, observing the daily lives of locals engaged in vibrant activities on waterways, from cargo boats and fishing vessels to various fish-trapping techniques and the artisanal workshops dedicated to coconut processing

A visit to a brick factory in Ben Tre, Vietnam, provides a unique window into the area’s industrial heritage. Here, you can observe the meticulous process of transforming raw materials into robust bricks, which are fundamental to construction in the region. The rhythmic hum of machinery and the skilled hands of workers shaping and molding the bricks offer a glimpse into the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into each and every product.

Embarking on a cycling adventure or a tuk-tuk ride (depending on your choice) that connects you with the authentic heart of Ben Tre. Lush fields, charming villages, and the serenity of nature surround you, allowing for a deep immersion into the local culture and way of life. In the end, we will visit a place where locals make sleeping mats.

Have a set menu of delicious Southern local lunch on the riverside family home. In case you are vegan or have any food allergies, please let us know before the tour date so that we can arrange for you.

After lunch, you might enjoy the highlight of the trip – take the rowing boat which is paddled by the local people on the amazingly beautiful coconut canal in Ben Tre.

Take one more boat ride to the boat station head back to the city and finish our Mekong Delta tour at 5:00 – 6:00 PM in Saigon depending on the traffic.