The Mekong Delta, with its picturesque river landscapes and gentle people, is always an attractive destination for tourists. Beyond famous landmarks, the Mekong Delta is a place to experience the authentic life of local people. A 2-day 1-night Mekong Delta local life experience tour will bring you unforgettable memories.
Discovering the Mekong Delta: Detailed Itinerary to Experience Local Life
Here is a detailed itinerary to help you immerse yourself in the slow-paced, simple life and discover the unique culture of the Mekong Delta people:
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Ditch Fishing – Can Tho (Lunch, Dinner)
The journey begins from Ho Chi Minh City, and the bus will take you to My Tho, Tien Giang.
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Morning:
- 08:00: Depart from Ho Chi Minh City, travel on the Ho Chi Minh City – Trung Luong highway.
- 09:30: Arrive in My Tho, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, an ancient pagoda with unique architecture, a harmonious combination of Khmer, Vietnamese, and Western architecture. Listen to the guide introduce the history and spiritual cultural values of the pagoda.
Vinh Trang Pagoda in My Tho with unique architecture
* After visiting the pagoda, take a boat trip on the **Tien River**, admire the riverside fishing villages, and explore **Thai Son Islet (Con Lan)**.
* Stroll along village roads, visit local houses, enjoy seasonal fruits from the orchards, and listen to sweet **"Don ca tai tu"** folk music.-
Noon:
- Visit a bee farm, enjoy delicious honey lemon tea, and learn about the honey harvesting process.
- Continue to explore a python farm and take souvenir photos.
Python farm in Con Lan
* Take a **sampan** through small canals, admiring the green coconut palms on both banks.
* The boat will take you to Ben Tre, visit a **coconut candy factory**, and experience making traditional coconut candy yourself.-
Afternoon:
- Arrive at a local house, put on traditional “Ba Ba” clothing, and participate in ditch fishing, a quintessential Mekong Delta experience. This is an opportunity for you to transform into real farmers, catching fish and shrimp in the ditch together.
Ditch fishing – an unmissable experience in the Mekong Delta
* Enjoy lunch with Mekong Delta specialties at a riverside garden restaurant.
* Continue to **Phung Islet**, visit a crocodile farm, rice paper making workshop, rice wine distillery, and the relics of "Coconut Monk".
* **15:00:** Depart for Can Tho, check into the hotel, and rest.-
Evening:
- 19:30: Have dinner on a floating cruise ship in Can Tho, enjoy cuisine, and listen to “Don ca tai tu” music. Freely explore Can Tho at night.
Day 2: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – My Khanh Tourist Village – Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast, Lunch)
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Morning:
- 06:00: Visit Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the largest and most famous floating markets in the Mekong Delta. Observe the bustling trading scene on the river, enjoy local specialties, and feel the vibrant rhythm of life of the Mekong Delta people.
Cai Rang Floating Market – a unique cultural feature of the Mekong Delta
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Noon:
- 08:00: Arrive at My Khanh Ecotourism Village, participate in folk games such as monkey bridge climbing, cyclo cycling, sack racing, wooden clog racing, walking on a monkey ladder bridge, crocodile fishing, pig racing, monkey circus…
- Explore the fruit garden with more than 20 different types of trees and visit the three-compartment ancient house typical of Southern Vietnam.
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Afternoon:
- 12:00: Have lunch at My Khanh Tourist Village and rest.
- 14:00: Depart for Ho Chi Minh City, on the way back, stop at Lai Vung to buy souvenirs (Lai Vung fermented pork roll, milk rice paper…).
- 18:00: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, ending the trip.
Mekong Delta Local Life Experience Tour Cost (Reference)
| Target Audience | Price (VND) |
|---|---|
| From 11 years old and above | 1,499,000 |
| Children 7 – 10 years old | 1,125,000 |
| Children 5 – 6 years old | 750,000 |
| Children under 5 years old | Free |
| Single room surcharge | 300,000 |
Services included:
- New, air-conditioned vehicle for transportation.
- Enthusiastic, experienced tour guide.
- Entrance tickets to tourist attractions.
- Fruits, honey tea, “Don ca tai tu” music.
- Supplies and bath water for ditch fishing.
- Mekong River boat tour, sampan ride.
- Bottled water (1 bottle/person/day).
- Meals as per the program.
- 3-star hotel (2 people/room).
- Travel insurance.
Services not included:
- Personal expenses, drinks outside the program.
- Entrance tickets for games at My Khanh Tourist Village.
- VAT invoice (if requested).
Notes When Joining the Tour
- Pick-up and drop-off point: 3rd Floor, Khanh Phong Building, 159 Nguyen Du Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
- Children: There are separate regulations for ticket prices and service standards.
- Tour cancellation policy: There are regulations on cancellation fees before the departure date.
Immerse Yourself in Mekong Delta Culture: More Than Just a Trip
The Mekong Delta local life experience tour is not only a journey to explore famous tourist destinations, but also an opportunity for you to:
- Immerse yourself in simple life: Feel the slow, peaceful rhythm of life of rural people.
- Discover unique culture: Learn about customs, traditional festivals, and unique cuisine of the Mekong Delta.
- Connect with people: Meet gentle, hospitable locals and listen to everyday stories.
- Enjoy nature: Immerse yourself in the green space of fruit orchards, peaceful rivers, and vast rice fields.
This trip will bring you memorable moments and a deeper insight into the cultural beauty and people of the Mekong Delta. Get ready for an exciting journey of discovery and experience!