A Day Trip To Mekong Delta

Early in the morning, leaving your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City signifies a day out and about themed around rural charm and quaint little spots for impeccable insights into the Mekong.

From My Tho and taking a short boat ride across the Tien River, the town keeps a languid atmosphere where ferry trips from and to surrounding towns are possible, aside from leisurely strolls along the riverside boulevard. Left and right, laid-back villages, fishing farms, and small family-owned factories decorate the horizon, welcoming guests from afar to show their way of living.

A stop at Phoenix Island is a must; the art of making coconut rice paper and souvenir handicrafts from coconut trunk and shell has been a family tradition for generations.

Ben Tre is home to the Mekong Delta specialty “keo dua” (coconut sweets). Visitors to Ben Tre must not only witness their production, but also indulge in these national delicacies. Visitors can add to this delectable experience by trying honey, green tea, and exotic fruits. Lunch is served at a local house nestled among fruit orchards and bonsai trees, where you can try delicious traditional dishes.

After lunch, take a break in the garden, where various activities await you. Complete your Ben Tre experience by leisurely wandering around fruit orchards, interacting with people, cruising small delta canals, and observing daily life on its waterways. We can also arrange for you to join the owner of a local orchard, participating in his daily routine of picking fresh fruit.

We head back to My Tho Pier before making our way back to Ho Chi Minh City.