Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip

Outty Ranking 60 4.9 · 23 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $50

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60/100

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4.9/5

Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip worth booking?

Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip is a 8-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $50 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 23 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (23)
Duration
8 hours
From
$50 per person

Enjoy the scenic journey along the Express Trung Luong Highway and take a leisurely boat trip around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Visit the picturesque orchards and s

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy the scenic journey along the Express Trung Luong Highway and take a leisurely boat trip around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Visit the picturesque orchards and sample the freshly picked fruit at the invitation of friendly local farmers. Get on a rowing boat ride in the shadows of the water-coconut palms along the tiny canals of Ben Tre Province and experience the traditional rural lifestyle of the Mekong Delta inhabitants.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pick up & Drop off,Lunch,guide,entrance fee

    Not included

    • Drinks

    What you'll see and do

    1. Mekong River

      A smooth one-and-half-hour bus ride through rice field scenery along National Highway 1 brings you to the beautiful rural district of Trung Luong. On arrival at My Tho, after visiting Vinh Trang pagoda, take a motor boat to enter My Tho city through Bao Dinh natural canal. Take a leisurely cruise on the Tien River to view the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Enjoy lunch at the local restaurant, then visit the coconut candy mill and take an amazing rowing boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals. Then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music", performed by locals. Meet at the bus and return to Ho Chi Minh City. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta and you are guaranteed to take home your own private collection of beautiful memories.

      240 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Vinh Trang Temple

      Visting

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Mekong River Luxury Cruises

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    10 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Organization

    4 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    23 verified traveler reviews for Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    903jitkam · March 2026

    Amazing tour

    It was fun, it was extremely interesting and Snns was excellent guide. Highly recommended

    via Tripadvisor

    Travel21516398213 · March 2026

    Bill

    The trip was great and covered far more than expected. Vi, our guide, was an absolute delight in every sense of the word. The lunch was fantastic, again much more and better quality than expected. I also met some delightful people on the trip. I would recommend this company for any of there trips anyone maybe considering.

    via Tripadvisor

    idamH8596LX · January 2026

    Well organized trip in wonderfull place

    Well organized trip, wonderfull experience, great hospitality, beautifull nature, great guide Anna and driver, seeing also market with lokal guide

    via Tripadvisor

    Robin K · December 2025

    A typhoon you won’t want to miss

    Everything perfect on what you want from a tour. Safety, timely organisation and a lovely funny and informative guide. Everything went to precision and the range of activities was enjoyable and not overstretched. Lunch was included - very good and no hidden costs. Typhoon Honey! What a name! What a man! What a guide!!! Brilliant

    via Tripadvisor

    Divisha G · December 2025

    Superb insight in to local life in Mekong Delta area !

    Fantastic insight in to how locals live! Our guide Typhoon Honey was great and took a lot of care of all our tour members . Wear comfortable shoes / floaters and carry a hat .

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    8
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)41
    Booking momentum (14% weight)33
    Value for money (12% weight)72
    Listing quality (10% weight)73
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.

    How much does Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip cost?

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    Prices start at $50 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 Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip?

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    Around 8 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Mekong Delta - Mekong River full day trip 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 Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels Small-Group Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network, Cu Chi underground tour - Learn Vietnam war with others. 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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