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Ben Tre Riverside – 3 Days in the Mekong Delta
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DAY 1: SAI GON – GO CONG – GIONG TROM – IN THE HEART OF COCONUT LAND [L]
Pick up at your hotel in Saigon then drive southwards to Go Cong, located about 50 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City. Surrounded by two Mekong River estuaries, Go Cong district is characterized by vast rice paddies. Excursion in this charming town full of cultural and historical heritage: The Pham Dang Family Ancestral House, dedicated to Archduke Pham Dang Hung, maternal grandfather of Emperor Tu Duc
After lunch, visit the Old Prefect Hai’s House, the most well-known and representative mansion of the wealthy landowners of the Mekong Delta.
Continue driving to Giong Trom, at the heart of Ben Tre Province, known for its dense jungles of coconut palms and a network of interlacing canals that create a highly exotic landscape.
Enjoy a bike ride through shaded village paths in the coconut forest. The landscape is breathtaking — this ride is a great opportunity to discover local life in the Mekong Delta: traditional crafts, agriculture, and small houses hidden in lush greenery.
Night in Ben Tre.
DAY 2: GIONG TROM – BEN TRE - CAN THO [B/L]
After breakfast, free time at leisure then transfer you to Ben Tre pier.
Boating on Ben Tre river – one of tributaries of Mekong river- go along mangrove trees growing up ashore of waterway. Witness lively activities of town market on land and transfering on waterway as fishing boats, coconut cargo boats. Discover handmade local workshops and country in Nhon Thanh village.
Stop at traditional brickwork to see how to make bricks by hand. Turn on Cai Son canal winding through coconut jungle, visit coconut workshop, have a look stages of coconut processing from husk off, prize out to peel out by hand. Go on small waterway and stop at coconut candy workshop, have a look them making candy by hand, try some sweet, enjoy some fruits and listen to local music as well. Go on by boat and step ashore and take a shortwalk to farmer house who making sleepmats.
Hop on tuktuk through coconut grove, deeping on coconut jungle in country. Stop for lunch at local restaurant. Relax and keep going by rowing boat on shady palm tree canal.
Go back by boat and drop tour off at Chet Say pier.
Continue your trip to Can Tho, arrive in the late afternoon. Night in Can Tho.
DAY 3: CAN THO – SAI GON – DEPARTURE [B/L]
Start early, like the locals, with a boat excursion to Cai Rang Floating Market, where you’ll witness the vibrant life on the water — hundreds of sampans serve as mobile shops selling local products: rice, tropical fruits, vegetables, and handmade goods at unbeatable prices.
Stop at a lush fruit orchard to taste a variety of delicious seasonal fruits.
Drive back to your hotel Ho Chi Minh City. End of trip.
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About this activity
Timeline
Departure everyday
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group size
2 - 7 pax
Transport
Private car, Boat trip
Pick up
Ho Chi Minh City
Describe
Escape the bustling city of Saigon and immerse yourself in the peaceful rhythm of the Mekong Delta and Ben Tre on this 3-day journey. Travel through charming towns like Go Cong and Giong Trom, where time seems to slow down amidst coconut groves, scenic canals, and traditional villages. From exploring historical heritage homes and biking through coconut forests to tasting local sweets and cruising floating markets, this trip offers an authentic look at local life in southern Vietnam. The journey culminates with a visit to the famous Cai Rang Floating Market, a vivid symbol of the Delta's riverine culture.
Highlight
Discover the cultural heritage of Go Cong, including the Pham Dang Family Ancestral House and Old Prefect Hai’s Mansion
Enjoy a scenic bike ride through coconut forests in Giong Trom – the heart of Ben Tre Province
Experience a full day of Mekong life with boat rides, traditional workshops, and local crafts in Ben Tre
Visit a brick kiln, coconut candy and sleeping mat workshops, and taste tropical fruits with local music
Cruise through Cai Rang Floating Market – one of the largest and liveliest in the Mekong Delta
Stay overnight at a peaceful homestay and local hotel, enjoying authentic Delta hospitality
DAY 1: SAI GON – GO CONG – GIONG TROM – IN THE HEART OF COCONUT LAND [L]
Pick up at your hotel in Saigon then drive southwards to Go Cong, located about 50 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City. Surrounded by two Mekong River estuaries, Go Cong district is characterized by vast rice paddies. Excursion in this charming town full of cultural and historical heritage: The Pham Dang Family Ancestral House, dedicated to Archduke Pham Dang Hung, maternal grandfather of Emperor Tu Duc
After lunch, visit the Old Prefect Hai’s House, the most well-known and representative mansion of the wealthy landowners of the Mekong Delta.
Continue driving to Giong Trom, at the heart of Ben Tre Province, known for its dense jungles of coconut palms and a network of interlacing canals that create a highly exotic landscape.
Enjoy a bike ride through shaded village paths in the coconut forest. The landscape is breathtaking — this ride is a great opportunity to discover local life in the Mekong Delta: traditional crafts, agriculture, and small houses hidden in lush greenery.
Night in Ben Tre.
DAY 2: GIONG TROM – BEN TRE - CAN THO [B/L]
After breakfast, free time at leisure then transfer you to Ben Tre pier.
Boating on Ben Tre river – one of tributaries of Mekong river- go along mangrove trees growing up ashore of waterway. Witness lively activities of town market on land and transfering on waterway as fishing boats, coconut cargo boats. Discover handmade local workshops and country in Nhon Thanh village.
Stop at traditional brickwork to see how to make bricks by hand. Turn on Cai Son canal winding through coconut jungle, visit coconut workshop, have a look stages of coconut processing from husk off, prize out to peel out by hand. Go on small waterway and stop at coconut candy workshop, have a look them making candy by hand, try some sweet, enjoy some fruits and listen to local music as well. Go on by boat and step ashore and take a shortwalk to farmer house who making sleepmats.
Hop on tuktuk through coconut grove, deeping on coconut jungle in country. Stop for lunch at local restaurant. Relax and keep going by rowing boat on shady palm tree canal.
Go back by boat and drop tour off at Chet Say pier.
Continue your trip to Can Tho, arrive in the late afternoon. Night in Can Tho.
DAY 3: CAN THO – SAI GON – DEPARTURE [B/L]
Start early, like the locals, with a boat excursion to Cai Rang Floating Market, where you’ll witness the vibrant life on the water — hundreds of sampans serve as mobile shops selling local products: rice, tropical fruits, vegetables, and handmade goods at unbeatable prices.
Stop at a lush fruit orchard to taste a variety of delicious seasonal fruits.
Drive back to your hotel Ho Chi Minh City. End of trip.
Accommodation offering in this trip
DAY 1: SAI GON – GO CONG – GIONG TROM – IN THE HEART OF COCONUT LAND [L] Ben Tre Riverside Resort
Ben Tre Riverside Resort
Ben Tre Riverside Resort is a peaceful getaway nestled along the banks of the Ben Tre River in the heart of the Mekong Delta. Surrounded by lush coconut palms and serene water views, the resort offers comfortable rooms, local cuisine, and a relaxing atmosphere — perfect for those seeking nature, culture, and quiet escape from the city.
Address: 708 Nguyen Van Tu Street, Ward 7, Ben Tre City
DAY 2: GIONG TROM – BEN TRE - CAN THO [B/L] Can Tho Ecolodge
Trip Cost & Booking
All prices quoted in USD per person is valid to 31 March 2027
(Except Christmas & New year & Tet holiday)
SPECIAL NOTES:
All services and offers are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
We reserve the right to adjust the prices in case of any increase in fuel surcharges imposed by transportation companies.
| Packages Class | 2 pax | 3 pax | 4 pax | 5 - 7 pax | Single Supp |
| Price per pax | $406 | $328 | $276 | $247 | $+68 |
(All prices in USD)
Services
Includes
Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check-in and check-out around noontime)
Services of a driver and PRIVATE air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
Bike
Experienced English-speaking guide during day tour.
Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
3 Lunches
PRIVATE boat in the Ben Tre & Floating Market.
01 bottles of mineral water per person per day on days of sightseeing .
Excludes
Early check-in or late check-out
Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
Additional transfer required due to any emergency
Optional excursions and activities
Offering tips and expressing gratitude for guides and drivers
Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance)
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