
From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking worth booking?
From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking is a 10-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $117 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $117 per person
Leave the crowded commercial tourist trails behind and dive deep into the tranquil heart of the Mekong Delta on an authentic, active day adventure. Hop on a quality bicycle to pedal along peaceful, shaded village lanes where big tour buses cannot go. Wind past lush fruit orchards, towering coconut groves, and rural hamlets in Ben Tre. Glide through secluded natural canals on a traditional hand-rowed wooden sampan, savor an authentic home-cooked Mekong lunch at a local riverside lodge, and enjoy the personalized guidance of your expert local guide with Small-Group or 100% Private options. Highlight : Escape the tourist crowds to explore genuine, untouched villages in the Ben Tre countryside. Leisurely 7–10 km bicycle ride along flat Peaceful excursion along secluded natural waterways on a traditional hand-rowed sampan. Interact warmly with friendly local villagers, artisans, and fruit farmers. Enjoy an authentic local lunch
What you get
About this experience
Leave the crowded commercial tourist trails behind and dive deep into the tranquil heart of the Mekong Delta on an authentic, active day adventure. Hop on a quality bicycle to pedal along peaceful, shaded village lanes where big tour buses cannot go. Wind past lush fruit orchards, towering coconut groves, and rural hamlets in Ben Tre. Glide through secluded natural canals on a traditional hand-rowed wooden sampan, savor an authentic home-cooked Mekong lunch at a local riverside lodge, and enjoy the personalized guidance of your expert local guide with Small-Group or 100% Private options. Highlight : Escape the tourist crowds to explore genuine, untouched villages in the Ben Tre countryside. Leisurely 7–10 km bicycle ride along flat Peaceful excursion along secluded natural waterways on a traditional hand-rowed sampan. Interact warmly with friendly local villagers, artisans, and fruit farmers. Enjoy an authentic local lunch
What's included
Included
- - Transportation by motor boat, rowing boat and horse riding.
- - Entrance fees.
- - Transportation by air-conditioned car
- - 1 meal at local house
- - Fresh tropical fruits and honey tea
- - Bottle drink / local tea / sugar can juice
- - Hotel pick-up and drop-off by AC private car
- - English-speaking guide.
Not included
- - Other meals not mentioned in itinerary
- - Tips and personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Ho Chi Minh City
Stop 1: Hotel Pickup in Saigon & Drive to Rural Ben Tre (7:30 AM) Type: Stop (30 minutes) Description: Meet your guide at your hotel in District 1. Board your comfortable AC vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive past rice paddies toward the quiet rural backwaters of Ben Tre (approx. 2 hours).
30 minutes here
Ben Tre
Stop 2: Countryside Cycling Adventure (Off the Beaten Track) Type: Stop (2 hours - Bicycle Included) Description: Select your bicycle and embark on a scenic ride along quiet concrete paths and village trails. Cycle through shady coconut forests, stop by local family workshops, cross small village footbridges, and breathe in fresh country air away from traffic.
120 minutes here
Mekong Delta
Stop 3: Hand-Rowed Wooden Sampan in Secluded Canals Type: Stop (45 minutes - Boat Included) Description: Trade your bike for a traditional wooden sampan. Relax as a local boat rower gently paddles you through narrow, peaceful canals fringed by wild water coconut palms.
45 minutes here
Mekong Delta
Stop 4: Authentic Home-Cooked Mekong Lunch & Garden Relaxation Type: Stop (1 hour 30 minutes - Food Included) Description: Savor a freshly prepared local lunch featuring Mekong delicacies such as deep-fried elephant ear fish, spring rolls, and fresh vegetables at a charming riverside garden restaurant (vegetarian options available). Enjoy seasonal tropical fruits and honey tea.
120 minutes here
Ho Chi Minh City
Stop 5: Motorboat Cruise & Return Drive to Saigon Type: Stop (2 hours) Description: Take a short scenic motorboat ride across the river back to your private vehicle. Relax on the comfortable highway return drive, arriving back at your District 1 hotel around 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
group 6
private car 5 Pickup included
Group 3
private car Pickup included
group 2
Pickup included
group 4
private car Pickup included
group 5
private car Pickup included
group 1
car Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, ja, en, zh-CN
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VN Bike Tour Shore Excursion
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Mekong Delta Bike Tour
Together with guide Trung the bike tour done. A beautiful trip through the Mekong Delta with interesting stops. I can recommend everyone to take the bike tour with Trung. A good English speaking, sociable man who knows a lot about the area
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Relaxing day trip to Mekong delta
We are group of 7 and all really enjoyed Classic Mekong tour today. The trip was very smoothly organized by VNbike tour team. Our guide Hieu, a very dynamic, cheerful and knowledgeable. We joined difference activities and visited a several stops along our way. The bicycle ride in the peaceful village about 10km with a lot of fun. We had a chance to visit the fruits garden, enjoyed an authentic lunch at a very nice local house, the family members were very friendly and also guide us around their garden to pick guava and bring home as a gift. We would highly recommend this tour, it was a great experience. Also thanks to Hoang for driving us safely today and Thao for consulting and organizing this tour. Amazing day in Mekong river
Response from the operator: Dear Ms LT, Thanks for your review ! We are really happy that you had a good time with VNbiketour for mekong delta biking trip. Thank you and see you one day to enjoy more experiences with us ! Vnbiketour team
via Tripadvisor
See a lot, travel relaxed
Our guide, Sonja, and her driver provided us with a tour where everything was taken very well care off. If you want a no-worries experience, book this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Sue
This was a fantastic day with a lovely well educated guide called Jordan Interesting and atmospheric
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $117 to $240
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by VN Bike Tour Shore Excursion, who run 10 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.4.
See everything VN Bike Tour Shore Excursion runsWhy this scores 58
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From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking cost?
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Prices start at $117 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.
Is From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?
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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking?
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Included: - Transportation by motor boat, rowing boat and horse riding; - Entrance fees; - Transportation by air-conditioned car; - 1 meal at local house; and - Fresh tropical fruits and honey tea. Not included: - Other meals not mentioned in itinerary; and - Tips and personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese, Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ho Chi Minh City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for From Saigon: Non-Touristy Mekong Delta with Countryside Biking?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including group 6, Group 3, group 2, group 4. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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