Mekong River Day Tour – Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Unicorn Island – Vinh Trang Pagoda Full-Day Experience

28 $

Duration

1 Day

Tour Type

Group Tour

Transports

Car

Overview Tour

The Mekong River Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City is one of the most authentic and culturally rich experiences in Southern Vietnam. This full-day journey takes you deep into the heart of the Mekong Delta, where river life, tropical orchards, traditional handicrafts, and peaceful countryside scenery create a truly memorable experience.

  1. Convenient daily departure from Ho Chi Minh City with comfortable transportation.
  2. Scenic cruise along the Upper Mekong River to Unicorn Island.
  3. Visit traditional orchard gardens and enjoy fresh tropical fruits.
  4. Experience honey tea tasting at a local bee farm.
  5. Explore coconut candy workshop and taste local coconut wine.
  6. Enjoy Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local artists.
  7. Visit the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda built in 1849.
  8. Relaxing countryside atmosphere with boat ride, xe-lam ride, and local lunch.

This tour is ideal for travelers who want to discover authentic river culture, traditional craftsmanship, and the peaceful charm of the Mekong Delta in just one day.

Highlight

  • Cruise along the Tien River to Unicorn Island
  • Visit orchard garden and bee farm with honey tea tasting
  • Coconut candy workshop and coconut wine tasting
  • Southern Vietnamese folk music performance
  • Rowboat trip through small natural canals
  • Motorized rickshaw ride around the countryside
  • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, built in 1849
  • Local lunch at a traditional restaurant

Brief Itinerary

Full Day: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Unicorn Island – Coconut Workshop – Vinh Trang Pagoda – Ho Chi Minh City

Detail Itinerary

Part 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Unicorn Island – Vinh Trang Pagoda
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07:30 – 08:00
Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The journey to My Tho begins, with a short rest stop along the way for a bathroom break and refreshment.

08:00 – 10:00
Depart to the Mekong Delta region. During the drive, the guide will introduce the culture, history, and lifestyle of the Mekong Delta.

10:00
Arrive at My Tho Port. Board a boat and begin cruising along the Upper River, also known as the Tien River.

Continue the cruise to Unicorn Island, locally known as Ky Lan Island. Enjoy the peaceful river scenery, fishing villages with stilt houses, and lush rice paddies along the riverbanks.

Visit an orchard garden and a local bee farm. Enjoy honey tea and learn about traditional honey production in the Mekong Delta.

Mekong River Day Tour – Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Unicorn Island – Vinh Trang Pagoda Full-Day Experience

Part 2: Local Crafts, Fruit Garden and Countryside Experience
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10:30 – 11:00
Transfer to a Coconut Candy Workshop. Observe the traditional process of making coconut candy and taste freshly made candy. You will also have the opportunity to try local coconut wine.

Continue to a tropical fruit garden where you can enjoy seasonal fruits while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local artists.

Take a relaxing rowboat trip along a small canal shaded by water coconut trees, offering a peaceful and picturesque countryside atmosphere.

11:30 – 12:00
Board a motorized rickshaw (xe-lam) and explore the rural roads of the island.

12:00 – 12:30
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Mekong Delta cuisine.

After lunch, you may relax, ride a bicycle around the island, or rest on a hammock under the shade of fruit trees.

Mekong River Day Tour – Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Unicorn Island – Vinh Trang Pagoda Full-Day Experience

Part 3: Cultural Visit and Return to Ho Chi Minh City
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14:00
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the most beautiful and historically significant pagodas in the Mekong Delta region. Built in 1849, the pagoda features a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and European architectural styles.

Explore the peaceful temple grounds and learn about its cultural and spiritual importance.

17:00 – 17:30
Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

End of the tour. Drop off at Ben Thanh Market or at the tour office.

Inclusions

English / Vietnamese-speaking guide
Transportation (round trip from Ho Chi Minh City)
Boat trip on Mekong River
Motorized rickshaw (xe-lam)
All entrance fees
Lunch at local restaurant
Bottled drinking water

Exclusions

Complimentary drinks during lunch
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Travel insurance

For Children

👶 Child from 10 and above charge as adult
👶 Child from 5-9 charge 75% adult
👶 Child under 5 free charge 2 adult only share with 01 child. The second child will be charged 75% adult

Price

Group Private 
Price (USD/Pax) 28 Contact Us

Travel Tips

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for warm and humid weather.
  • Bring sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
  • Comfortable walking shoes or sandals are recommended.
  • Bring some small cash for personal purchases or tips.
  • The best time to visit Mekong Delta is during the dry season from December to April for sunny weather and pleasant river conditions.

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