From HCM City: Explore Local Delta Village With Mekong River Tour
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Explore the beauty of Southern Vietnam on a full-day tour around Mekong Delta with an English-Vietnamese speaking guide
Go on a relaxing Mekong Delta boat tour to see iconic fishing villages with stilt houses and rice paddies
Sail along the Upper River (Tien River) to visit the Unicorn Island (Ky Lan)
Ride the bike around the island, and enjoy on the Motorized rickshaw (xe-lam)
Get the chance to visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a majestic temple built in 1849
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Itinerary
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Pass By: Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta
After pick-up from your hotel at 07:30 - 8:00 am, depart Ho Chi Minh City and journey to Vinh Trang pagoda, one of the largest in the Mekong Delta. Admire its ornate facade and large Buddha statue.
Then, cruise along the Tien River to experience life in the Mekong Delta up close. Pass by 4 small islands - Phoenix, Unicorn, Dragon and Tortoise Island - see lush tropical trees and the typical stilt houses of the fishing villages as you make your way through the narrow canals by rowing boat.
Stop for optional lunch in an orchard garden and then learn how to make coconut candy. Sample sweet pieces of the candy and buy some of your favorites to take home. Savor a snack of fresh fruits and honey tea as locals entertain you with Vietnamese traditional folk music. Return to the minibus for the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City, where you will arrive at approximately 17:00.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee and boat fee
- Professional English speaking guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Motorized rickshaw (xe-lam)
- Hotel pick up in central of District 1
- Light lunch
Exclusions
- Tax
- Tips and other expenses not mentioned in the package
- Holiday and special occasion surcharges
- Optional Lunch: $6/ Person
Additional information
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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