Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre)

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49/100

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Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) is a 10-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $50 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
49 / 100
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Duration
10 hours
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$50 per person

Scenic boat trip on the Tien River passing the four famous islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix & Tortoise. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a stunning Buddhist temple with mixed architecture. Enjoy Southern folk music while tasting tropical fruits. Taste honey tea at a local bee farm. Take a hand-rowed sampan ride through Tan Thach canal shaded by coconut trees. Stop at a coconut candy workshop and try handmade sweets. Savor an authentic Vietnamese lunch at a riverside restaurant.

What you get

    About this experience

    Scenic boat trip on the Tien River passing the four famous islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix & Tortoise. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, a stunning Buddhist temple with mixed architecture. Enjoy Southern folk music while tasting tropical fruits. Taste honey tea at a local bee farm. Take a hand-rowed sampan ride through Tan Thach canal shaded by coconut trees. Stop at a coconut candy workshop and try handmade sweets. Savor an authentic Vietnamese lunch at a riverside restaurant.

    What's included

    Included

    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Round-trip by air-conditioned bus. Pick up and transfer to the centrally located hotel in District 1
    • Boat trip on the Mekong River
    • Entrance fees
    • 1 bottle of mineral water
    • Sampan ride
    • English-speaking guide

    Not included

    • Personal expenses & Beverages
    • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

    What you'll see and do

    1. Ho Chi Minh City

      07:30 – 08:00: Pick-up from District 1 hotels, meeting point

      60 minutes here

    2. Mekong River

      08:00: Depart Ho Chi Minh City, drive past scenic rice fields. 09:30: Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda. 10:00: Boat trip on the Tien River, pass fish farms & Rach Mieu Bridge. 10:30: Stop at orchard: enjoy tropical fruits & folk music performance. 11:00: Visit bee farm, taste honey tea. 11:30: Hand-rowed sampan ride through coconut canals. 12:00: Visit coconut candy workshop. 12:30: Lunch at a riverside restaurant. 14:00: Return by boat to the harbor, transfer back by bus.

      420 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Ho Chi Minh City

      17:00 – 17:30: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. End of tour.

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    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
    Chill Tourist

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Chill Tourist, who run 97 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.0.

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    Why this scores 49

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)90
    Listing quality (10% weight)72
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre): questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) 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 Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) 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 Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre)?

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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 Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) 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 Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre)?

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    Around 0 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 Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) 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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    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.

    What is included in Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre)?

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    Included: Lunch at a local restaurant; Round-trip by air-conditioned bus. Pick up and transfer to the centrally located hotel in; Boat trip on the Mekong River; Entrance fees; and 1 bottle of mineral water. Not included: Personal expenses & Beverages; and Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 405 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) offered in?

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    It runs in 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 Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre)?

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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.

    What happens to Upper Mekong River Full-Day Group Tour (My Tho & Ben Tre) 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.

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