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Mekong Delta VIP Private Tour: Authentic Day Trip to Ben Tre for Eco-Friendly Cultural Immersion
4.9
42 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.
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:
24 hours
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…
- 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
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Districts 1, 3 and 4
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Vietnamese set lunch
- All entrance fees
- Traditional hand-rowed sampan ride
- Private motorboat cruise
- English-speaking professional guide
- Tropical fruits and local honey tea
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Districts 1, 3 and 4
- Travel insurance
- Bottled drinking water
- Vietnamese set lunch
- All entrance fees
- Traditional hand-rowed sampan ride
- Private motorboat cruise
- English-speaking professional guide
- Tropical fruits and local honey tea
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Personal expense
- Optional gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Additional food and drinks not mentioned
- Pickup outside Districts 1, 3 and 4 (additional charge may apply)
- Personal expense
- Optional gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Additional food and drinks not mentioned
- Pickup outside Districts 1, 3 and 4 (additional charge may apply)
Additional Information
This tour stands out due to its dedication to delivering an authentic, tailored, and eco-friendly journey that deeply immerses visitors in the local customs and lifestyle of Mekong Delta, Ben Tre Province.
Activities on the tour comprise a boat excursion, a bike ride through a picturesque village, watching the local residents in their daily tasks, and…
This tour stands out due to its dedication to delivering an authentic, tailored, and eco-friendly journey that deeply immerses visitors in the local customs and lifestyle of Mekong Delta, Ben Tre Province.
Activities on the tour comprise a boat excursion, a bike ride through a picturesque village, watching the local residents in their daily tasks, and savoring a delightful lunch in a local household. This provides a distinct perspective on the everyday existence of the Mekong Delta inhabitants.
However, the defining hallmark of us is their dedication to conscientious and green tourism. This guarantees that your journey contributes positively to both the local society and the ecosystem.
Option 1: Transfer by limo with beer and snacks served in the car.
Option 2: Transfer by private car/van
- Visit the nontouristy part of the Mekong delta.
- Riding a sampan
- riding a motor cart (xe lôi) or bike on shady paths
Location
Ho Chi Minh City
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(42 Ratings)
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Geraldine_b
Aug 22, 2026
Unique experience thanks to our guide - We left Ho Chi Minh City quite early to reach Bến Tre. Two and a half hours of driving that I didn't even notice pass by! Our guide made the trip particularly pleasant by telling us the history of Vietnam and giving us a lot of information about the regions we were passing through. A real moment of exchange that already promised a very beautiful day.
We made a first stop to discover a small local industry centered around the trade of silk, bamboo, and coconut. An interesting visit, even if you still have to be wary of the prices offered on-site... That is also part of the tourist experience!
We then quickly arrived at our meeting point in Bến Tre, in the heart of the Mekong Delta. We started by discovering a brick factory. Unfortunately, no one was working that day, so we were not able to witness their manufacturing. Just before, we had been able to observe the work around the coconut and the way the Vietnamese remove its thick husk.
Then, time for some sweetness and discovery: we took a small boat to go taste fruits and various specialties made from coconut. We then took the boat again before getting on our bikes for a short ride to the lunch spot. And what a pleasant surprise! There were very few tourists, the bike ride was really welcome, and we passed through a peaceful and green environment.
The lunch was delicious and the setting absolutely charming: a stop in the middle of a real forest of coconut, banana, and mango trees. Our guide, once again, explained everything to us in great detail. I really liked his knowledge of the region, the history, and the traditions.
I must also emphasize how wonderful our guide was throughout this day. Always smiling, generous with his explanations, and very experienced, he gladly shares his experiences and knowledge. You can talk with him about many subjects, and that makes the experience even richer and more authentic.
We ended this beautiful day with one last short boat ride, a little too short for my taste... but probably because I simply felt very good there! Then we left the calm and lush vegetation of Bến Tre to return to the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
A very beautiful day, rich in discoveries, encounters, and landscapes. Very sincerely thank you to our guide, whom I highly recommend!
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Marylr7151ph
Jun 21, 2026
A memorable day - This trip offered an opportunity to get out of the HCM city and see some beautiful countryside and a contrasting, more relaxed way of life. I appreciated being picked up from the hotel, which is outside usual pick up area at 7am and indeed this contributed to my selection of this trip over other possibilities. Although it is a longer drive than some day trips, it was totally worth it. The driver drove very safely, and my guide Xiem, spent the first part of journey carefully and entertainingly explaining the history and geography of country which was fascinating, particularly as this was my first visit to Vietnam. The 2 boat trips were wonderful and relaxing, and cycling/walking provided a way of slowly taking the time to absorb the atmosphere of the places too. A really lovely day at the end of a busy work trip and convinced me to return for a holiday in near future. Thank you so much. Best wishes, Mary
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Fiona_b
Apr 2, 2026
We had a fantastic day... - We had a fantastic day with our guide, Xem, and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable about Vietnam’s history and the Mekong region, which really brought the places we visited to life.
We especially appreciated the stories he shared throughout the day—they added a personal and memorable touch to the tour. He also mentioned, with a smile, that he “doesn’t like his job but loves it,” and that perfectly sums up his passion. You can absolutely tell he genuinely cares about what he does.
Thank you for such an enjoyable and insightful day—we’d highly recommend this tour and Xem to anyone visiting the area.
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P
Mar 24, 2026
Trip to Mekong - worth it - A great tour which showcases the life and people of the Mekong Delta. Very well organised and an excellent guide in Ms. Jen who was very informative on life and culture of the region.
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Davidsf184bc
Dec 29, 2025
Our wonderful Mekong Ricer tour with Tony - We had an amazing Mekong Delta tour with Tony (aka Tue) as our day guide. He was absolutely outstanding – extremely engaged, passionate, and clearly put a lot of effort into showing us everything and explaining the culture, history, and daily life along the way. His English was very good and easy to understand, and you could really feel that he truly loves his job and guiding people. This made the whole experience much more personal and memorable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend Tony aka Tue to anyone visiting the Mekong Delta.
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H8125rtdant
Dec 5, 2025
Wonderful and memorable trip to Mekong Delta - We had the a wonderful experience touring the Mekong Delta, all thanks to our fantastic guide Jen ! She organized the day perfectly, taking us to very interesting and beautiful places that we would never have found on our own.
From start to finish, she was friendly, kind, and professional. She provided us with useful information not just about the Delta, but also great advice for the rest of our stay in Vietnam, which made our trip even better.
We highly recommend her services to anyone visiting the area; she truly made our experience memorable and special!
Thank you Jen !
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892lachlanm
Jul 14, 2025
Superb tour with Dao - If I could give 6/5 I would!! An excellent day out exploring the Mekong Delta. Our tour guide Dao made it so much more enjoyable as well. She is really knowledgeable and makes sure everything runs super smoothly. Couldn’t recommend enough!
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Sue_szb
Mar 30, 2025
Nice peaceful morning and afternoon trip - We were picked up at 730 by Two (sorry about spelling, he just said like the number 2!) and whisked away to the river in well under 2 hours...we were lucky with the traffic. A quick look at the brick factory then onto a motor boat along the river, stopping at a coconut farm for demonstrations and tried milk and chocolate and tropical fruit. Walked to mat weaving for a demo, bought a lovely folding hat made from the same material. Then tuk tuk to river and lovely peaceful row boat to a great place for lunch..which was fab! Then back to car and home. There was no cycling involved or mentioned but we werent too upset as it was HOT!! Back to hotel by 3pm. Worth the money as its quite a long way from HCM and no hanging about for others!!
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Markhj4398nw
Feb 15, 2025
Thank you, Anna! - This was a very efficient way to explore some of the highlights of the Mekong Delta. The boat trip was fantastic just wish it had lasted longer. The coconut candy was a delightful treat. Our guide, Anna, was fun, charming, and spoke excellent English. She was incredibly helpful and attentive, even assisting us with planning the next stage of our journey as we wanted to explore the delta further.
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Shiprakhaskelt
Feb 14, 2025
It was a fantastic experience! - The beautiful Mekong Delta, fascinating places, and delicious food and sweets made it unforgettable. Many thanks to our guide, Ana so helpful, full of information, and with a great sense of humor. Thank you, Ana! Thank you, Vietnam!
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