HCM City - Ben Tre (Boat trip & biking, visiting brick kiln, interacting with local people, overnight at a homestay)

Ben Tre - A warm welcome awaits from the tour guide and driver at your hotel for the journey to Ben Tre, a picturesque area in the Mekong Delta River, renowned for its coconut candy production. Upon arrival at Hung Vuong pier, embark on a boat trip along the Ben Tre River to explore the vibrant local life. Continue the journey on a canal to Nhon Thanh Village, where you can savor fresh fruits. Enjoy a bike ride (or Tuk tuk) along a quaint path through the villages, taking in the sights of coconut groves, rice fields, and vegetable gardens.

A delightful lunch featuring elephant ear fish is served in the village. A brief walk offers deeper insights into local life, followed by a boat ride on a small canal shaded by wild palm trees. For those interested in cycling, there’s an opportunity to ride through the rice fields and engage with the locals.

Return to the village for an overnight stay at a homestay. Later in the afternoon, join the host in preparing dinner. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Ben Tre.

Ben Tre - Sa Dec - Long Xuyen (Fruit garden tour, Kien An Cung pagoda, Huynh Thuy Le’s house, Cao Dai temple)

Sa Dec Hokkien Assembly Hall - Travel to Long Xuyen via Sa Dec, where visits to Kien An Cung pagoda and Huynh Thuy Le’s house, featured in Marguerite Duras’ novel ‘L’Amant – the Lover’, await. Explore the bustling Sa Dec market, abundant with fruits, vegetables, and fish. Continue to Long Xuyen to visit the Cao Dai temple and a crocodile farm en route. Overnight accommodation is provided at a hotel in Long Xuyen.

Long Xuyen - Chau Doc (Biking on Cu Lao Ong Ho island, visiting floating fish farm, island, mountain, pagodas & temples)

Chau Doc Floating Market - Upon arrival, explore Chau Doc Market and enjoy a boat trip to the floating fish village and Cham island village.

Mieu Ba Chua Xu Nui Sam - Proceed to Sam Mountain (287m), adorned with vibrant temples and pagodas: Xu Lady Pagoda, Thoai Ngoc Hau temple, Tay An pagoda. You can either walk to the mountain’s summit or take a motorbike taxi (40,000 VND/pp at your expense) to witness the breathtaking sunset over the Vietnam-Cambodia border. Overnight stay in Chau Doc.

Chau Doc - Ha Tien town (Unique scenery of Tra Su reserve, Chua Hang pagoda, Mac Cuu temple)

Tra Su Cajuput Forest - After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Tra Su reserve, a remarkable biodiversity ecosystem featuring a typical cajuput forest. This area is also a renowned bird park, home to a diverse range of species.

Ha Tien town - Ho Chi Minh City (Ha Tien departure)

Phu Quoc Island - Optional: For those interested in a beach holiday on Phu Quoc Island, transfer to the pier for a high-speed boat. An additional $11 per person is required for the speed boat ticket, or you can arrange it independently.

• Private transportation
• Selected accommodations with daily breakfast
• Boat rides: Ben Tre, Long Xuyen, Tra Su
• Local experienced tour guide
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Bike tours: Ben Tre, Long Xuyen

• International flight from/to your country
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tipping and Gratuities
• Other not mentioned in the program

Embark on a journey to the heart of Vietnam and discover the enchanting Mekong Delta, a region known for its fertile land that produces lush orchards and vast rice fields. Navigate the waterways on a boat tour, visiting intriguing floating villages such as Ben Tre and Nhon Thanh. Experience local life, from the lively markets of Long Xuyen to the tranquil Ong Ho island. Enjoy unique activities like visiting a crocodile farm and explore the area’s rich cultural heritage, uncovering historical treasures like Kien An Cung and the fascinating Hang pagoda. Visit the spiritual Mac Cuu temple and the delightful Huynh Thuy Le house, and experience the vibrant Cao Dai and ancient Khmer cultures. Marvel at the natural splendor of the Tra Su nature reserve and the impressive Sam mountain. For a genuine experience, enjoy a memorable homestay, connecting deeply with the stunning landscapes and warm hospitality of this remarkable region.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.