Are you ready to embark on an incredible journey to the off-the-beaten-path destinations of Ben Tre? This full-day excursion is perfect for those looking to explore a more pristine location with fewer tourists. You'll have an opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and spend ample time cruising along the majestic Mekong River. Conclude the tour with a beautiful lunch with local specialties at a breezy riverside restaurant.
BenTre, Mekong Delta
8 hours, US$165pp
Private Tour
JOURNEYOverview
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey in Bentre with a delightful private cruise on a charming wooden boat along the beautiful Mekong River. Enjoy a stroll through the vibrant countryside, and make a lovely stop at a local home for tasty snacks and refreshing tea. Experience the art of coconut candy making at a nearby workshop, then hop on a vintage 1950s Lambretta to explore the scenic countryside roads leading to a cozy restaurant, where you’ll savor delicious Mekong specialties for lunch. Finally, unwind by rowing a sampan through enchanting water-coconut canals, immersing yourself in the serene daily life of the local community. It’s a full-day adventure you won’t want to miss.
JOURNEYHighlights
- Private cruising on a wooden boat along the majestic Mekong River
- Engage with local artisans and enjoy hands-on experiences.
- Explore the countryside using traditional local transportation.
- Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Mekong Delta lifestyle.
- Savor a delicious lunch at a welcoming home restaurant with delightful regional dishes.
- Take a stroll along quaint backroads, fully embracing the enchanting countryside atmosphere.
Highlights
- Private cruising on a wooden boat along the majestic Mekong River
- Engage with local artisans and enjoy hands-on experiences.
- Explore the countryside using traditional local transportation.
- Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Mekong Delta lifestyle.
- Savor a delicious lunch at a welcoming home restaurant with delightful regional dishes.
- Take a stroll along quaint backroads, fully embracing the enchanting countryside atmosphere.
JOURNEYItinerary
- You will be picked up at the hotel lobby, port gate in Saigon at 8:00.
- Take a 2-hour scenic transfer to My Tho, Mekong Delta on a comfortable A/C vehicle with local ESG escort.
- Upon arrival, embark a private wooden boat and cruise to Thoi Son island.
- Visit the bee farm, sit down and enjoy honey tea with local home-made snacks
- Walk to the sticky-rice distillery house, learn how sticky rice-wine got distilled. Have a sip if you want.
- Back to boat, cruise along the Mekong River to Ben Tre. Fresh coconuts and seasonal fruits served while cruising.
- Take a 20-minute sampan rowing along the hidden Xep canal to the fruit farms.
- Walk along the rural countryside path, learn the daily life of locals through your guide’s explanation.
- Hop on the local Xe Loi, ride to the coconut candy workshop.
- Visit the coconut candy workshop, then walk to the riverside restaurant for lunch
- Lunch with local specialties: deep-fried Tai Tuong fish, spring rolls, sticky-rice ball…
- Cruise back to the pier after lunch then drive back to Ho Chi Minh city. End of services.
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Itinerary
- You will be picked up at the hotel lobby, port gate in Saigon at 8:00.
- Take a 2-hour scenic transfer to My Tho, Mekong Delta on a comfortable A/C vehicle with local ESG escort.
- Upon arrival, embark a private wooden boat and cruise to Thoi Son island.
- Visit the bee farm, sit down and enjoy honey tea with local home-made snacks
- Walk to the sticky-rice distillery house, learn how sticky rice-wine got distilled. Have a sip if you want.
- Back to boat, cruise along the Mekong River to Ben Tre. Fresh coconuts and seasonal fruits served while cruising.
- Take a 20-minute sampan rowing along the hidden Xep canal to the fruit farms.
- Walk along the rural countryside path, learn the daily life of locals through your guide’s explanation.
- Hop on the local Xe Loi, ride to the coconut candy workshop.
- Visit the coconut candy workshop, then walk to the riverside restaurant for lunch
- Lunch with local specialties: deep-fried Tai Tuong fish, spring rolls, sticky-rice ball…
- Cruise back to the pier after lunch then drive back to Ho Chi Minh city. End of services.
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JOURNEYDates & Prices
Date of operations: We operate this tour every day and on request. We highly recommend you to book this tour in advance at least 24-48 hours so we can prepare the best services for you. Also, just to let you know this experience can be fully tailored to meet your expected departure time, dates and travel interests.
Price per pax: US 165$/pax, minimum of 2 pax.
What’s included:
> Experienced knowledgeable English-speaking tour-guide escort
> Round-trip transferred by private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
> Private boat tour in Ben Tre & sampan rowing
> Local transportation “Xe Loi” during the tour to explore the village
> Lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisines & 1 unit of drink: mineral water/local beer
> Wet wipes & cold water served throughout the tour
> Complimetary pick up at your hotel lobby in distric 1,3 or Nha Rong port gate in district 4
What’s not included:
> Gratuities for your tour-guide & driver
> 3.5% extra for tour payment made via Credit card or Payment link
Extra infomation you need to know before you book this experience:
> Pick up and drop off will be at hotels in district 1 & 3 or at the Saigon port gate in district 4
> Guest to inform if there’s any food allergy or special food request
> For a request more than 30 guests, please contact us or call our hotline at (+84) 888-998-919 or (+84) 818-011-899 for assistance.
Dates & Prices
Date of operations: We operate this tour every day and on request. We highly recommend you to book this tour in advance at least 24-48 hours so we can prepare the best services for you. Also, just to let you know this experience can be fully tailored to meet your expected departure time, dates and travel interests.
Price per pax: US 165$/pax, minimum of 2 pax.
What’s included:
> Experienced knowledgeable English-speaking tour-guide escort
> Round-trip transferred by private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
> Private boat tour in Ben Tre & sampan rowing
> Local transportation “Xe Loi” during the tour to explore the village
> Lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisines & 1 unit of drink: mineral water/local beer
> Wet wipes & cold water served throughout the tour
> Complimetary pick up at your hotel lobby in distric 1,3 or Nha Rong port gate in district 4
What’s not included:
> Gratuities for your tour-guide & driver
> 3.5% extra for tour payment made via Credit card or Payment link
Extra infomation you need to know before you book this experience:
> Pick up and drop off will be at hotels in district 1 & 3 or at the Saigon port gate in district 4
> Guest to inform if there’s any food allergy or special food request
> For a request more than 30 guests, please contact us or call our hotline at (+84) 888-998-919 or (+84) 818-011-899 for assistance.
