Serene Canals & Flavors of the Mekong Delta

A peaceful river escape through fruit gardens, coconut groves & riverside life | Includes transport, boat tour, lunch & local experiences

At Vietskykru, we believe the best way to understand a culture is to follow its rivers. On this journey to the Mekong Delta, you’ll glide along shaded canals, meet friendly locals, and taste the sweet, slow rhythm of life in southern Vietnam. From spiritual stops to coconut candy and folk songs, every moment is a slice of the Delta’s soul.
Full-Day Itinerary: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Ho Chi Minh City (Lunch Included)
– 07:30 – 08:00 – Begin your adventure with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
+ Watch the city give way to peaceful rice paddies and countryside landscapes as you journey toward My Tho.
+ Stop along the way to visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, an elegant fusion of Vietnamese, Khmer, and Chinese architecture surrounded by bonsai gardens and Buddha statues.
+ Upon arrival in My Tho, board a traditional wooden boat to explore the Tien River. Cruise to Tortoise Islet (Cù Lao Qui), known for its calm waters and rustic beauty.
+ Continue along the Bao Dinh Canal, entering Ben Tre Province – famously called the “land of coconuts.” Here, discover the local Garden–Pond–Cage farming system and enjoy treats like honey tea and fresh coconut candy, all while cruising under the shade of water-coconut trees.

– 12:00 – Savor a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local riverside restaurant, with traditional Mekong flavors served fresh.

After lunch, enjoy a leisurely boat ride to visit lush tropical fruit gardens, where you can sample the produce of the season. Relax as local performers serenade you with the Southern Vietnamese folk music (Đờn ca tài tử) – a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage.

– 16:00 – Begin your return journey. Sit back and reflect on the day as you’re driven back to Ho Chi Minh City.