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Beyond the Bustle: HCMC to Mekong Private Day Trip by Car (SUV/Van)

Beyond the Bustle: HCMC to Mekong Private Day Trip by Car (SUV/Van)

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2025

Vietnam Transfers

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Ho Chi Minh

English

10 hours

Private tour (only you and Vietnam Transfers)

Up to 12 people

Escape the bustle to the Mekong Delta on a private day trip to My Tho. Cruise the Four Islands, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, and enjoy local folk music with tropical fruits. Glide through peaceful canals on a hand-rowed sampan. Taste honey tea and coconut candy at local workshops, then explore village life by rickshaw. An intimate, fully-guided Delta immersion awaits.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

07:30 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel in District 1

- We offer free pick up at accommodation in District 1 (expect Đa Kao Ward, Tan Dinh Ward). If your hotel is outside this area, kindly arrive to 112 Tran Hung DaoStreet, Ward Pham Ngu Lao Dist 1, HCMC at 7:45 AM

Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda

Admire its unique blend of Asian and European architecture, view the impressive collection of giant Buddha statues (including the Maitreya, Amitabha, and Reclining Buddhas), and enjoy a moment of tranquility while exploring the peaceful gardens.

Cruise down Tien river

Take a leisurely cruise on the TienRiver to view the four beautiful islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise. Boatspass by the fish rafts along the Tien River, overlooking the Rach Mieu Bridge

Stop over at Unicorn Island

Stop at a bee farm to taste honey tea, honey wine, rice wine, and banana wine. Stroll along the village road, visit the orchard and enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music" performed by locals.

Lunch Time

Have lunch at a local restaurant

Ride a hand-rowed sampan through Tan Thach canal

Visit the coconut candymilk with honey-bee farm in a family business. Take an amazing rowing boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampanunder the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canal

Meet on the bus and return to Ho Chi Minh City

The motorboat will take you back to the cruise. Meet on the bus and return to Ho Chi Minh City. This trip provides a fascinating insightinto daily life in the Mekong Delta, and you are guaranteed to take home your private collection of beautiful memories

Ending Point

Your Hotel in District 1.

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off (central in District 1 except Tan Đinh and Da Kao Ward)

- Private transportation by van/minibus

- English-speaking guide

- Lunch at local restaurant with Vietnamese cuisine

- All entrance fee included

- Boat trip

- 01 bottled water per person

- Gasoline and toll fee

- Taxes included

What‘s not included

- Travel insurance

- Personal expenses & tips

- Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program

- Anything that is not mentioned above

Tour Important Information

- This is a private tour by car with short walking/photo stops.

- Entrance tickets to listed attractions are included.

- Pick-up and drop-off available from your hotel in District 1, excluding Da Kao and Tan Dinh Ward.

- Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

- Ho Chi Minh City's traffic may affect travel time between spots. The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted accordingly.

- Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

- The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted due to traffic conditions or special events.

Important message from the supplier

We are available all year round, ready to take you wherever you need to go. Whether it's a last-minute trip or a planned tour, We’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule. Just contact us in advance to confirm availability!

・Some of our drivers speak basic English. If you’d like to book a driver-only tour, just send us a message.

・We can provide tour guides who speak either Chinese or English, depending on your preference.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 48 hours prior to meeting time
80% Refund - 1 day(s) prior to meeting time
No Refund - less than - 24 hours before the meeting time

Joined 2025

Vietnam Transfers

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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About Vietnam Transfers

Hi, I’m Tai from Vietnam Transfers! As a local driver with years of experience, I love helping travelers explore Vietnam safely and comfortably. I know the best routes, hidden gems, and must-see spots to make your journey unforgettable. Whether it’s a city tour or a countryside escape, we'll make sure you have a smooth and enjoyable ride. Let’s hit the road and discover Vietnam together!

Reviews

Abhijeet J.

5 / 5

Sep 4, 2025

Explore Ho Chi Minh City: Half-Day Private Car Tour from the Airport

Sep 4, 2025

Ho Chi Minh

5 hours

“"Best Transit ever"”

My uncle and aunt had an 8 hour layover in Ho Chi Minh and they I opted this hald day private tour which was which they enjoyed very well. The interaction with the guide was excellent, the food was remarkable. They went back satisfied and full of stories. Thanks a lot.

Vietnam Transfers

Hi Abhijeet! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your uncle and aunt enjoyed their layover tour in Ho Chi Minh City. It’s great to know that the guide’s interaction and the local food left such a positive impression. We’re always happy when our guests return with full hearts, full stomachs, and plenty of stories to share. We look forward to welcoming you and your family on another adventure in the future! Best, Vietnam Private Transfer.