Where you will go
Overview
Discover the charm of the Mekong Delta on a 1-day tour to My Tho and Ben Tre from Saigon. Cruise along the Mekong River, visit lush orchards, and enjoy fresh tropical fruits. Explore the peaceful coconut groves of Ben Tre, ride a traditional sampan boat through winding canals, and learn about local life at a family-run workshop. This tour offers a perfect mix of nature and culture, ideal for those seeking a serene escape from the city.
Itinerary
Expand allDay 1 SAI GON – MY THO - BEN TRE
7:15 – 7:30: The tour guides will pick you up at the gathering point by bus to begin the morning trip. (Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time)
8:30 – 9:00: Arrive to MY THO TOWN, visit Vinh Trang pagoda an oldest ancient one in Southern Vietnam. Known as the largest pagoda and the most special architecture in Mekong Delta. It’s architecture was influenced by Vietnamese culture and Khmer’s culture as well as European’s architecture
9:30: Then transfer to the pier boat for getting on a motorized boat. Take a leisurely boat ride in Tien river to enjoy fresh air, to see the peaceful life of the local people, Passing the stilt house, the fishing floating farm, the four Islands (Dragon, Phoenix, Tortoise, Unicorn)
After passing Rach Mieu bridge, we disembark at THOI SON ISLET that locates on Phoenix Island. Take a leisurely walking on the village paths, visit local people’s home, orchard garden and enjoy seasonal fruits while listening to traditional SOUTHERN FOLK MUSIC.
Then visit HONEY BEE FARM and taste delicious honey tea with lemon that is really good for health. Local people also have python farm for those tourist, who like adventure can take a photo with pythons.
TAKE A HAND- ROWED SAMPAN through the creeks for sightseeing the natural water coconut trees a symbol in the Delta areas.
Return to the motorized boat then cruising to BEN TRE PROVINCE, visit coconut candy workshop to know how to make delicious candies by hand.
12:00: Have lunch with local food, relax….
17:00: After completing the tour, tour guides will drop off tourists either at District 1 center or the original pick-up point. We look forward to seeing you again!
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Include
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Transportation- A/c car pick up, transfer & sightseeing as per program
- Guide
- Experienced English speaking local guide
- Meals
- Vietnamese style lunch. 1 Main Meals: 160.000vnd/meal/ person
- Additional Services
- All entrance fee and sightseeing tickets, boat and ship.
- Complimentary 1 bottle of water each day.
- Personal travel insurance package 10.000USD/tour
TransportationNot included
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- Drinks in the Meals.
- Any personal expenses.
- Any gratuities and tips to driver and tour guide ($3/person/day for both guide and driver).
- Bank fee.
- Any surcharge for holiday.
- Tickets out of the program.
OptionalRegulations
Expand allTour price is applicable to weekdays, not applicable on Holidays/New Year.
Surcharge for single room in case of traveling alone
FOR CUSTOMERS BUYING AIR TICKETS:
Adults and Children 14 years of age and older:
- Original passport with expiry date or original valid ID card/ID card.
Children 14 years and under:
- Original passport valid for 6 months from the date of issue (issued jointly or separately with parents).
- The original birth certificate or a copy with a red seal certified by the local authority.
For overseas Vietnamese or foreign guests:
- Original passport or green card with entry visa, These documents must have Vietnam entry stamp and still valid in accordance with Vietnamese law.
Tour policy for accompanying children:
- Children under 5 years old are free of charge (parents take care of their own children, eat and visit attractions if any)
- Children from 5 years old to under 10 years old are charged 75% of adult tour price. Separate meals and sleep with parents are covered with scenic tickets.
- Children 10 years old and older are charged the same price as adults.
- 2 Adults can only come with 1 child Free of charge, the 2nd child or more buy tour price
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellation of the tour right after booking the tour will be subject to a 10% penalty of the tour fee, air ticket and train tickets will be according to regulations
- 10 days before the tour (calculated by working days) will be fined 30% of land tour, air ticket, train will be according to regulations
- One week before the date of the tour, there will be a penalty of 40% of the land tour fee, the air ticket, the train ticket will be according to the regulations
- Before 03 days to the date of the tour, there will be a penalty of 80% of the land tour fee, air ticket and train tickets will be according to regulations
- 02 days before the tour date, 100% of the land tour fee will be charged, air ticket and train tickets will be subject to regulations
: EnglishBest thing to know
Payment currency
Vietnamese currency: VND (Vietnam dong)
You should prepare cash (US dollars) in advance or use a credit card to pay in VietnamSpecial services
If you have special service requests such as vegetarian meals, single room requests or special assistance, please contact the consultant directly.Other notes about departure schedule
Please read the tour's applicable conditions carefully. You can also contact Dainam Travel to receive prices and programs according to your request.
