Private Mekong Delta Discovery with Lunch
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Experience overview
Adventure through the pulsating heart of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta, launching from the bustling seaport in Ho Chi Minh City. Your day begins with a scenic two-hour drive through the countryside before reaching the Tien River, where a leisurely cruise takes you past four enchanting islets named after the mythical beasts of Southeast Asia: Dragon, Kirin, Tortoise, and Phoenix. Step ashore to visit a honey bee farm, where you'll sip fragrant honey tea with lemon, a local favorite known for its health benefits. Sample a variety of tropical fruits fresh from the region and, for the adventurous, visit a python farm to see and even touch these remarkable snakes for a memorable photo. Continue to a coconut candy workshop to watch local artisans handcraft this sweet treat. Along the way, enjoy the traditional melodies of Don Ca Tai Tu, a style of folk music recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Pause midday for a Vietnamese lunch at a local countryside restaurant, then board a rowing boat for a peaceful glide through mangrove palm canals. From here, pass through a village and soak in the unhurried pace of life in the Mekong Delta. Before returning to the city, visit the grand Vinh Trang Pagoda in My Tho Town, the largest and oldest pagoda in Southern Vietnam, blending Eastern and Western architectural styles. As the day comes to a close, your guide will return you to the port in time for your cruise departure, leaving you with lasting memories of the Delta's beauty, culture, and charm.
Duration
9.5
Activity level
Easy
Tour style
Private Sightseeing
Group size
Private
Food and beverages
Enjoy European and Asian-cuisine inspired lunch, followed with choice of soft drinks.
Departure point
Cruise Ship Pier
Recommended dress
We recommend comfortable clothes, pants over the knee and sensible walking shoes or sneakers. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also suggested.
Restrictions
This tour is not recommended for passengers above 80 years of age, over 7 feet tall, or weighing more than 330 pounds. Participants must be able to get in and out of the vehicle. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Information required for this tour
Due to local laws, we need to collect some required passport information from you. All passport information for each guest must be supplied and be current, or your request will be denied. PLEASE NOTE: As a general rule, passports should be valid for at least six months when traveling internationally. Most countries will not permit a traveler to enter their country unless the passport is set to expire at least six months after the final date of travel. If your passport will expire within six months of your last date of travel, please renew it before placing your order for this tour. For more information, consult the USA Department of State's website (/go/wwr_E5UnYsyyXEIvnc48TlCKDFnRQ46iD69-v7zM7BJuSqc4y6mFWLAN8WKo1vaXO3YK9KEqFus). For each guest on the tour, please enter 1) Complete name as printed in the passport; 2) Date of Birth; 3) Passport Number; 4) Issued Date of Passport; 5) Expiration Date of Passport; 6) Nationality; 7) Sex (Male or Female). For example, please enter information in the following format: Customer 1: Robert Joseph Smith, December 5, 1957, Passport # 123456789, April 8, 2015, April 9 2025, American, Male Customer 2: Mary Ann Smith, January 15, 1959, Passport # 123456789, May 12, 2015, May 13 2025, American, Female
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