Explore the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City and experience Southern Vietnam beyond the city.
Discover peaceful waterways, tropical orchards, local food and authentic countryside life on this 2-day, 1-night Mekong Delta adventure. Cruise through the Mekong River, visit local villages and workshops, then wake up early in Can Tho for the famous Cai Rang Floating Market at its liveliest time.
Tour: 2 Days / 1 Night
Departure: Ho Chi Minh City
Frequency: Daily
Guide: English-speaking
Hotel: 3-star hotel in Can Tho
Tour Highlights
* Cruise along the Mekong River
* Visit the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda
* Explore Unicorn Island (Con Lan)
* Visit a tropical orchard and local bee farm
* Taste honey tea and fresh tropical fruits
* Discover a traditional coconut candy workshop
* Enjoy a local folk music performance
* Take a relaxing sampan/rowboat ride through a small canal
* Experience a traditional motorized rickshaw
* Stay overnight in Can Tho
* Visit Cai Rang Floating Market early in the morning
* See how traditional Vietnamese rice noodles are made
* Visit a local home and experience everyday Mekong Delta life
* Try crossing a traditional monkey bridge
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1 — HO CHI MINH CITY → MY THO → CAN THO
07:00 – 07:30 | Pick-up & Departure
Pick up from Ho Chi Minh City and begin your journey to the Mekong Delta.
09:30 | Vinh Trang Pagoda
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the most well-known Buddhist pagodas in the Mekong Delta.
10:00 | Mekong River Cruise
Continue to My Tho Port and take a boat to Unicorn Island (Con Lan).
Explore a tropical orchard and local bee farm, where you can enjoy traditional honey tea.
10:30 | Local Experiences
Visit a traditional coconut candy workshop and taste local specialties.
Enjoy tropical fruits accompanied by local folk music, then cruise through a small canal by rowboat and experience a traditional motorized rickshaw ride.
Lunch | Local Restaurant
Enjoy lunch featuring local cuisine.
14:00 | Travel to Can Tho
Continue your journey to Can Tho, the heart of the Mekong Delta.
17:00 | Hotel Check-in
Check in to your comfortable 3-star hotel.
Evening | Free Time
Enjoy dinner and have free time to explore Can Tho, including its shopping areas and vibrant night atmosphere.
DAY 2 — CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET → HO CHI MINH CITY
07:00 – 07:30 | Cai Rang Floating Market
Start your morning with a scenic boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the Mekong Delta’s most famous local markets.
See local traders selling fresh produce and traditional foods as the market comes alive in the early morning.
Rice Noodle Workshop
Visit a local workshop and discover how traditional Vietnamese rice noodles are made.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Local Home & Countryside Experience
Visit a local home to get a glimpse into everyday life in the Mekong Delta.
For a fun local experience, try crossing a traditional monkey bridge.
Lunch | Local Restaurant
Enjoy lunch and take some time to relax.
17:00 – 17:30 | Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Board the bus and travel back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Tour ends. See you again on your next Vietnam adventure!
What’s Included
* English-speaking guide
* Transportation
* 1 night accommodation in a 3-star hotel
* Double/Twin room
* 1 breakfast
* 2 lunches
* Bottled drinking water
* All entrance fees
* Boat trips
* Motorized rickshaw experience
What’s Not Included
* Personal expenses
* Tips and gratuities
* Travel insurance
Children Policy
* Under 3 years: Free of charge
* 3–7 years: 75% of adult price
* 8 years and above: Adult price (100%)
Important Information
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on actual traffic, weather, or local conditions. All scheduled attractions will still be included, with the order or timing potentially changed when necessary.
Why travel with HG Travel?
From the city to the countryside, experience the real Mekong Delta with HG Travel.
Enjoy a comfortable 2-day escape from Ho Chi Minh City combining nature, local culture, food and authentic experiences—with an English-speaking guide and carefully arranged transportation and accommodation.
Book your Mekong Delta adventure with HG Travel today!