Excursion Life in the mekong delta tour at Ho Chi Minh

Mekong Delta

Depart the ship for the 2-hour journey along a well-paved road to the Mekong Delta area. The mighty Mekong River, originating in Tibet and flowing through several countries before its 120-mile (193-kilometre) course through Vietnam, divides into nine river mouths, aptly called the Nine Dragon Delta by locals. This flourishing region is criss-crossed by numerous natural and man-made canals serving the local traffic.

My Tho & Mekong River

Following the drive on the highway your drive will take you through some villages and small towns to arrive at a branch of the Mekong River. Here, after a short comfort stop, board a local long boat for an interesting ride past the stilt houses along the riverbanks, giving you the rare chance to experience the Mekong for yourself.

Scenic Mekong River Cruising

The scene while sailing along the Mekong river offers some great photo opportunities. A stop will be made for a fish raft village on Mekong River before a visit to a local farm village on Thoi Son island. Walk around the village and enjoy a refreshing cup of tea with your host. Continue for a stop to a traditional workshop to learn about the typical daily activity then enjoy the sampan ride to access the maze of narrow waterways. Following your visit, proceed for a traditional Vietnamese lunch at the local restaurant.

After lunch, visit to one of the oldest pagoda in Mekong Delta, Vinh Trang, before for the 2 hour journey back towards Ho Chi Minh City to rejoin ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Mekong River Delta, Local Village and Country Side, Ancient Pagoda, Vietnamese Restaurant and Cuisine and Folk Music

Note

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking. The tour is suitable for mobility challenge guests as long as they are able to embark/disembark the mini coach and maneuver on and off the local boat with little assistance. Lightweight, comfortable clothing and rubber-soled shoes are recommended. Transportation is by mini coach (12-14 pax per vehicle). Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and bottled water. US dollars are accepted in the souvenir shops. Order of sites may vary. Meal substitutions cannot be accommodated. The drive from the pier to the Mekong Delta is approximately 2 hours in each direction and timings can be affected by traffic. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour.