Mekong Delta Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City: My Tho & Ben Tre
Mekong boat cruise, sampan canals, coconut-candy workshop & lunch. Use a coupon to pay less.
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What it is
Escape Ho Chi Minh City for a full-day journey into the Mekong Delta, cruising the Tien River past the four legendary islands, riding a hand-rowed sampan through palm-lined canals, and tasting warm coconut candy straight from a family workshop. Lunch in a riverside orchard, honey-bee farm visits, and live traditional music round out one of southern Vietnam's most iconic day trips.
Highlights
- Motorboat cruise on the Mekong River past four legendary islets — Dragon, Unicorn (Thoi Son), Tortoise, and Phoenix
- Sampan rowboat ride through narrow coconut-palm canals, guided by a local oarsman in a traditional conical hat
- Hands-on visit to a family coconut-candy workshop — watch the whole process and taste freshly made warm candy
- Honey-bee farm stop: sample raw honey tea and royal jelly straight from the hive
- Fresh tropical fruit platter and seasonal orchard, accompanied by live Vietnamese folk music performance
- Lunch included at a riverside garden restaurant in My Tho or Ben Tre province
Good to know
- Round-trip transfer from Ho Chi Minh City hotels is typically included; the drive to My Tho takes about 1.5–2 hours each way via the expressway
- Small-group format is common (usually 12 or fewer guests), keeping the experience more personal than large bus tours
- Wear light, breathable clothing and bring sunscreen — river humidity and midday sun can be intense
- Canal paths and boat embarkation points may involve uneven surfaces; flat, closed-toe shoes are recommended over sandals
- Departure is generally around 7:30–8:00 AM with return to the city by 5:00–6:00 PM
- Vegetarian meal options are usually available on request at the time of booking
Frequently asked
- What is Unicorn Island (Thoi Son) and why is it on the itinerary?
- Thoi Son — nicknamed Unicorn Island — is the largest of the four 'Holy Animal' islets on the Tien River near My Tho. Spanning over 1,200 hectares of alluvial land, it concentrates most of the tour's hands-on activities: the bee farm, coconut-candy workshop, fruit orchard, and sampan canal ride.
- Is lunch included, and are there vegetarian options?
- Lunch at a riverside garden restaurant in the delta is typically included in the tour price. Most operators can accommodate vegetarian or dietary preferences if notified at booking.
- How far is My Tho from Ho Chi Minh City, and is transport provided?
- My Tho is roughly 70 km southwest of Ho Chi Minh City — about 1.5 to 2 hours by road. Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in central Ho Chi Minh City is generally included.