Cruise the Mekong on a private sampan
Mekong Delta | 2 days 1 night
Serenity along the waterways
Embark on this truly exclusive journey with a private boat trip designed to help you uncover the hidden gems of the Mekong Delta. This two-day, one-night itinerary offers a serene escape that perfectly combines scenic waterways, encounters with simple and hospitable people, lush green palm forests, and tropical fruit orchards for a lively and relaxing experience.
The redesigned and comfortable sampan is operated by a professional team of local people who ensure your journey is safe and enjoyable. This exclusive gateway allows you to explore the Mekong in a quiet way, away from mass tourism.
What you’ll exeperience
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Know your journey
Routes & Destination
Places you will explore
Just 70 km southwest of Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta opens up a vast region of winding rivers, lush orchards, and fertile rice fields. Known as Vietnam’s “rice bowl,” this southern region is shaped by the mighty Mekong River, locally called Sông Cửu Long, meaning “River of Nine Dragons.” As it enters Vietnam, the river divides into two main branches, the Tiền and Hậu rivers, traditionally associated with nine outlets flowing into the East Sea.
Life here has long followed the rhythm of the river. From bustling local markets and traditional craft villages to peaceful canals shaded by coconut palms, the Mekong Delta offers a glimpse into rural southern Vietnam.
ESSENTIAL DETAILS
Travel itinerary
Meals: lunch and dinner | Accommodation: Private sampan
We pick you up from your hotel at 9 AM and take you to Ben Tre (transfer no guide). You board your private sampan at around 11:30 AM. When you arrive, you can relax with a welcome drink and enjoy the peaceful view while the cruise heads to Phong Nam village in Giong Trom. There, you’ll take a calming boat ride through small canals lined with lush green water coconut plants.
You will experience local culture by visiting a traditional house to taste tropical fruits and chat with a local farmer. Here, you will take a bike or rickshaw ride around the village and visit the coconut spirit factory.
After a delicious lunch at a riverside restaurant, we’ll continue to the enchanting Mo Cay canals, where you’ll see how locals use every part of the coconut at a processing workshop.
Ancient brick kilns in Mang Thit
Next, you will visit a brick-making factory in Vung Liem province to learn about its history and craftsmanship. Afterwards, let’s return to the boat to freshen up for a cooking demonstration and dinner. The evening is yours to enjoy before spending the night onboard on the Co Chien River.
Meals: breakfast | Accommodation: Not included
In the morning, you will be served breakfast on board before embarking on an adventure to explore the town of Vung Liem by bicycle. You will have the opportunity to visit the Happy Buddha Temple, a beautiful and characteristic Khmer Temple in this small town, and then continue to the Cao Dai Temple, one of the most popular local religions, combining Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.
After your enriching temple visits, you will return to the comfort of the cruise to refresh. You will then check out at 10 AM and rest assured as you are smoothly transferred to Vung Liem Market. Your driver will wait to take you back to Saigon. The trip is expected to end at 2 PM.
Price per person based on a private group of
This tour is designed for private group operation so the price per person varies by group size. Select the number of guests to calculate your price directly on our website.
A deposit is required to confirm your reservations at the time of booking. Book online to pay either a deposit or the full tour price.
| Group Size | Price per Pax |
|---|---|
| 1 person | 28,230,000 vnd (1,130 $) |
| 2 people | 18,081,949 vnd (695 $) |
| 4 people | 14,348,314 vnd (552 $) |
| 6 people | 12,813,407 vnd (493 $) |
For overnight stays, the standard arrangement is 2 guests/room. For odd-numbered groups (1, 3, 5, or 7 guests), an extra single supplement will apply.
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Surcharge for holidays or discount for larger group is available.
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Excluded
- Travel insurance of any kind
- Tip, beverages, personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned
- Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city
- Surcharge in the festive season (Christmas, New Year) and Lunar New Year (28,29,30,31 Jan. 2025) of 1,000,000 VND/person
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