My Tho is located about 70 kilometers out of Ho Chi Minh City. It is an amiable market town that nestles on the north bank of the Mekong River’s northernmost strand, the Tien Giang, or Upper River. Ben Tre is a coastal province in the Mekong Delta of southern Vietnam, connected by a bridge to the busy market town of Mỹ Tho. Coming to Ben Tre, you will be immersed in a green land with coconut trees, rice fields, fruits gardens, rivers, and canals.
For those who want to visit My Tho and Ben Tre in one day, Mekong Delta tour 1 day (My tho – Ben Tre) is the best choice. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta and you are guaranteed to take home your own private collection of beautiful memories.
MEKONG DELTA TOUR: MY THO AND BEN TRE FULL DAY GROUP TOUR FROM HO CHI MINH CITY
- At 7:30-8:00 a.m: We will pick you up at your hotel in HCM city center, District 1. For hotels far from the center, please contact us for the meeting point.
- Escape the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City and embark on a journey to My Tho, a charming town nestled on the left bank of the Mekong River. Begin your adventure by paying a visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda, an exquisite temple dating back to the late 19th century. After that, you will hop aboard a sampan and cruise down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.
- Pause at Unicorn Island, where you can leisurely stroll along country lanes, marvel at lush orchards, and indulge in an array of tropical fruits while being serenaded by traditional folk songs performed by local musicians. Venture further to a fruit plantation, immersing yourself in the vibrant sights and fragrant aromas.
- Next, glide through the Thoi Son canal in a hand-rowed sampan, allowing the tranquility of the countryside to wash over you. Visit a family-run business, discover the secrets of a honey-bee farm, and savor the delightful flavors of honey tea and coconut candy at a workshop.Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and have a break.
- In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to cycle through Tan Thach village, where you can interact with friendly locals and gain firsthand insight into their daily lives in the Mekong Delta. Alternatively, those seeking relaxation can recline in a hammock, basking in the gentle breeze.As the day draws to a close, return to Ho Chi Minh City, bringing an end to this memorable journey.
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- A small Group is about 12 pax.