Mekong Delta VIP Private Tour: Authentic Day Trip to Ben Tre for Eco-Friendly Cultural Immersion
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23 Ratings
Ho Chi Minh City
Embark on an engaging, eco-friendly VIP private tour of the breathtaking Mekong Delta, Ben Tre Province. Explore non-touristy areas, take boat and bike rides, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and lifestyle.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ho Chi Minh City - We will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30 am. Following this, the journey will continue to Ben Tre Province, passing picturesque rice terraces en route. Before arriving at our final destination, there will be a brief halt for breakfast and/or restroom breaks.
- Ben Tre - Ben Tre is a delightful small town nestled in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta. Our journey will commence with a boat cruise on the Mekong River, leading us to a brick factory. Here, you’ll get a firsthand look at the age-old brick-making method that has been preserved for generations. Subsequently, we’ll explore a coconut farm, providing insights into local living and an up-close view of the coconut manufacturing process. Discover how various coconut-based products come to life and engage in the art of crafting sleeping mats alongside the locals. Following that, enjoy a tranquil rowboat journey through the region’s intricate coconut channels, embraced by verdant landscapes. Then, a bicycle ride meandering through scenic villages offers a prime opportunity to immerse oneself in the local culture and mingle with the warm-hearted inhabitants. Our adventure culminates with a hearty meal at a local residence, indulging in authentic Vietnamese cuisine crafted from fresh, indigenous ingredients.
- Ho Chi Minh City - We will return to Saigon and expect to be at the hotel by around 6:00 PM.
What's Included
- Entrance Fees
- Bottled Water
- Lunch Included
- Air-Conditioned Transport
- English-Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
- Personal expense
- Tip ( not mandatory)
Additional Information
This journey is unique in its commitment to offering a genuine, customized, and sustainable experience that deeply plunges travelers into the local traditions and lifestyle of the Mekong Delta, specifically Ben Tre Province.
The itinerary includes a boat ride, a bicycle tour through a scenic village, observing locals go about their daily activities, and enjoying a delicious lunch in a local home. This offers a unique viewpoint on the daily life of the residents of the Mekong Delta.
However, our distinguishing characteristic is our commitment to mindful and eco-friendly tourism. This ensures that your adventure positively impacts the local community and the environment.
Option 1: Travel in a limousine with beer and snacks provided.
Option 2: Travel in a privately owned car or van.
- Explore the untapped areas of the Mekong Delta.
- Sampan riding.
- Travel in a motor cart (xe lôi) or ride a bicycle along shaded routes.
Location
Ho Chi Minh City
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(23 Ratings)
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Georg
May 24, 2024
A great day in the Mekong Delta - From booking to returning to Saigon, everything went very smoothly and was very well organized.
Our guide Max contributed the most to us having a wonderful day in the Mekong Delta.
Thank you Max...
Georg and Sabine
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Rumits2024
May 24, 2024
Review of Kevin and tour of Ho Chi Minh City - We are very happy with Kevin... He ascorts us very nicely... He is having very much knowledge about city and Vietnam... So we are very much satisfied and happy. We also recommend our Friends and family for Kevin and your tour company.Thank you
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Josh677
May 20, 2024
Best Vietnam Tour Guide - I dropped my phone getting out of the boat like a mindless individual. Our tour guide and the locals found it in the Mekong and helped me dry it out. His level of communication is excellent. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for knowledge, respect and a total Vietnam experience. You're in great hands with Kevin
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Bigbiz888
Apr 18, 2024
Great day out - Great tour from Saigon. Bin was our guide, he was very helpful and knowledgeable about the history of the area. The boat ride around the Mekong Delta was great
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Chrisjs2521bq
Mar 24, 2024
A fun-filled day on the islands in the Mekong Delta - Really lovely tour guide named Bunny, who provided a lot of really interested information about the Mekong Delta area, and Vietnam as a whole. Very personable. The tour itself included visits to a pagoda, a coconut candy manufacturing house, seasonal tropical fruit with live traditional folk music, a short small boat excursion down a canal, and a very generously sized lunch. Recommend to all!
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Kari_l
Mar 10, 2024
A bit of everything = amazing - Qui was an absolutely wonderful guide and took great care of us throughout a fascinating day - the combination of three boat rides, tuk tuk, and walking let us see so many places and vantage points. Lunch was incredible, delicious and generous amount of food, with plenty of snacks along the way. Such a special day. Highly recommend!
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Surapee_c
Feb 29, 2024
Mesmerizing Mekong delta day trip - Ride on boat , row boat , and tuk tuk ride is fun , beautiful nature , nice lunch . Relaxing afternoon , it’s breezy , shady , and happy at Mekong Delta .
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Sarah
Feb 20, 2024
Terrific day trip and private - Excellent private day trip to the Mekong. Ni was an amazing guide. She spoke perfect English and explained everything in detail and with a great sense of humor! This tour avoided all the hustle and bustle of other tourists and was a nice escape from the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh. We learned about the local trades, brick making, coconut candy and matt making. We had two rides in a motorized boat and one by row boat as well as a tuk tuk. Lunch was delicious. Highly recommend this tour!
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Sarah_h
Feb 20, 2024
Great private Mekong day trip - Ni was a wonderful guide. She spoke perfect English and explained everything well. After driving out to Ben Tre we saw bricks being made and coconut candy being produced by local villagers. We had several rides along the river in both a motorized boat and a row boat. Lunch was delicious and the whole experience was very private and away from other tourists. Highly recommended.
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Su3c
Dec 7, 2023
Wonderful experience. - It was worthwhile paying extra for private tour.
We were guided to more scenic tranquil boat rides, skipped the queuing for connection boats. Hannah our guide is very informative. Generous portions for lunch for 2 people. Thank you Hannah and Vinh being so accommodating to our last minute request for shop and ATM machine. You both made our journey sweet and memorable.
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