Experience the Mekong for a day on this tour to My Tho from Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll wander through the majestic Vinh Trang Pagoda and cruise the Mekong River to explore one of its rural islands. Early in the morning, meet your driver and guide at your hotel and make the journey 45 miles (70 km) south of Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong city of My Tho. On arrival, you will head straight to Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the most important Buddhist temples in the region. You’ll take some time to wander the vast temple grounds, among the fruit trees and elegant buildings with traditional Vietnamese and Buddhist designs. This is an important pilgrimage site for Vietnamese Buddhists, and you will likely see lots of couples, families, and older locals praying in the halls and paying their respects to the deities. From Vinh Trang, you will travel to the Mekong Delta itself and take a boat ride to a small island in the vast river. You’ll learn all about life in this watery world of tourism and agriculture and the history of how the area was first settled. Take in the beautiful scenery and connect with the Mekong locals before heading back to Ho Chi Minh in the afternoon.

Cai Be Floating Market is seen as the unique cultural characteristic of the countryside life. Visit and shopping at this floating market, visitors will have a great opportunity to explore and understand more about the tradition and culture in daily activities of Southwest people.

After breakfast at your hotel, leave Ho Chi Minh city for Ben Tre, a town in Mekong Delta, enjoy the scenic journey along the National Highway bordered by green rice fields. Upon arrival at Hàm Luông pier, you'll embark on a scenic cruise along the Bến Tre River. Witness the lively activities along the riverbanks, including fishing and water transport. You'll also visit a traditional brick-making site, where bricks are printed and baked using age-old techniques. Next, explore one of the many coconut processing workshops situated along the canals. As you navigate through the natural scissor creeks, which narrow as you proceed, you'll arrive at a charming village. Here, take a leisurely walk to a family workshop that specializes in making sleep mats, and enjoy some fresh fruits and tea. Continue your journey by riding a motor cart or biking along shaded paths, passing by lush green rice fields and vegetable plains. This gives you an authentic glimpse into local life and a deeper understanding of tropical culture from the local peasants. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Hai Hồ house. In the afternoon, experience a relaxing sampan ride along the canal before returning by boat to Hàm Luông pier. Drive to Can Tho, the biggest city in Mekong Delta. Check in your hotel, the rest of your day is free at your leisure.

To make the most of a new destination, you really ought to take the scenic route. This leisurely adventure fits the bill by taking you along the National Highway. Float down the Mekong Delta and sigh wistfully as you pass by vivid green rice fields, well-crafted stilt houses, luscious fruit plantations, tranquil fishing villages, and more. It’s the serene adventure you’ve been seeking.