Mekong Delta Tour – Journey into the Heart of the South

Pick up at Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta. This morning we take a drive to Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh, home to the unique Cao Dai sect to observe the midday service. The religion is a hybrid of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Christianity.

After lunch, we will conquer Ba Den Mountain – “Roof of the South” with a height of 986 m, stands out in the middle of the blue sky, sometimes hidden under the cloud of clouds mixed in the mist

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• Overnight in Tay Ninh

After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Ma Thien Lanh Valley. Lying among three large mountains – Ba Den Mountain, Mt Heo, and Mt Phung – the valley offers a harmonious combination of nature, mountains, forests, rivers, and lakes. This hidden gem has become a famous eco-tourism destination, attracting many travelers on their Vietnam Mekong Delta tour for its tranquil beauty and fresh atmosphere.

Next, we head to Dau Tieng Lake. Watching the sunset here is an experience not to be missed when exploring Tay Ninh during your Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta trip. At this magical hour, Dau Tieng Lake appears like a peaceful watercolor painting, reflecting the serene charm of Southern Vietnam.

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• Overnight in Tay Ninh

After breakfast, we drive to Dong Thap.

Our first destination is Tram Chim National Park – a wetland area classified in Vietnam’s special-use forest system. This is a must-visit for nature lovers on a Vietnam Mekong Delta tour, home to many precious bird species, especially the red-crowned crane – an extremely rare bird listed in the Red Book. Glide across gentle water waves, admire “ghost” rice fields, melaleuca forests, pink lotus, and white lotus, and immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Mekong River Delta. Each season brings unique habitats and scenery for you to discover.

We then arrive at Dong Sen Thap Muoi Tourist Area, where you enjoy lunch with local river specialties – a highlight for travelers exploring the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City. Capture stunning photos of vast lotus fields in bloom, breathe in the fragrant air, and take in the peaceful countryside views.

Continue to Go Thap Relics Area – a special national relic site of great cultural, historical, and archaeological value. Here, you can explore the legacy of the brilliant Oc Eo civilization and uncover stories of the ancient Funan Kingdom that once thrived in this land, enriching your Mekong Delta trip with cultural depth.

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• Overnight in Dong Thap

Our car and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel to depart for Lai Vung. Here, you’ll visit the picturesque Lai Vung tangerine gardens during the Lunar New Year season. Enjoy Hong Tangerines – one of Dong Thap’s specialty fruits – and taste fresh tangerines right at the garden. This sweet countryside experience is a highlight for travelers on a Mekong River Delta trip seeking authentic local flavors.

After lunch, we drive to Can Tho, the heart of the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, preparing for the exciting Mekong Delta floating market tour tomorrow.

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• Overnight in Can Tho

Early in the morning, take a boat trip to explore the famous Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest and most vibrant floating market in the Mekong Delta. This is the best time to witness the bustling daily life as local people trade fruits, vegetables, and goods directly from their boats – a must-see on any Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh City. If time permits, we will visit Binh Thuy Ancient House, a charming French-style heritage home.

Continue to Bang Lang Stork Sanctuary, a peaceful riverside haven with a rich ecosystem. Stroll around to observe thousands of storks in their natural habitat. For a truly magical moment, watch them return to their nests at sunset – an unforgettable sight that adds a serene ending to your Mekong Delta private tour experience.

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• Overnight in Can Tho

Pick up guests at Co Bac Pier (Binh Thuy). You will wear life jackets and board the boat to cross Con Son.

When you arrive at Con Son Community Tourism Village, you will be amazed by the lush gardens blessed with fertile land and alluvial deposits year-round. This hidden gem is a highlight for many travelers on a Mekong River Delta tour, offering unique cultural and nature-based experiences. Visit the Raft Fish Village, where you can hand-feed fish such as red tilapia and snakehead. Explore orchards with seasonal fruits like longan, plum, or grapefruit. Depending on the season, visitors can enjoy fresh fruits right in the garden and purchase gifts for loved ones. Try feeding the rare “chicken catfish” on land, or join locals in digging ditches to catch fish, wearing the traditional Ba Ba shirt for a full countryside experience.

Watch the fascinating “Snakehead Fish Jumping” performance – an unusual and delightful sight. Visit the guava garden to enjoy fresh guava and refreshing guava juice.

In the afternoon, we drive to My Khanh Tourist Village, often described as a miniature Southern Vietnam. Here, you can enjoy the cool garden space, stroll through more than 8 hectares of fruit trees, and visit a 100-year-old Southern ancient house. You can also participate in folk games, pig racing, dog racing, monkey circus, and crocodile fishing – an engaging way to end the day on your Mekong Delta trip.

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• Overnight stay in Can Tho

After breakfast, we depart Can Tho for Vinh Long. Then, we head to Tan Phong Island for a rowing boat trip, taking you deeper into the countryside along small canals shaded by mangrove trees. Stop at a local garden to enjoy fresh fruits with hot tea while listening to traditional music – a peaceful moment that makes a Mekong Delta cruise unforgettable.

Next, start a biking trip along village paths to observe daily life: orchards, schools, churches, pagodas, and traditional houses. Along the way, stop to see how locals weave dried water hyacinth into baskets, bags, hats, wallets, and shoes. (You can choose to walk instead, but you will see less.)

Return to the boat to cross one of the world’s longest rivers, the Mekong River, to reach An Binh Island. Travel along handmade canals to Ut Trinh’s traditional home and enjoy an optional lunch here. After lunch, walk through the local village to visit workshops producing rice paper, coconut candy, and pop-rice, and enjoy sweet treats with hot tea.

Finally, visit the brick kilns to watch how locals create beautiful pottery from clay – a fitting end to your Mekong Delta private tour. The cruise will end at the boat station of Vinh Long City, where we transfer to our vehicle for the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. Drop off at your hotel, marking the conclusion of your memorable Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh journey.

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