Authentic ‘Less-Touristy’ Mekong Delta Ben Tre 1-Day Tour

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Operated by: Joy Journeys

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  • 8-10 Hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Less Touristy
  • English

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Highlights

  • Visit the brick factory – Visit the sleeping mat lady
  • Take a long boat trip on the Mekong river with seasonal tropical fruit
  • See the coconut and cocoa local making process 
  • Ride the bicycle around the village or take the Tuk Tuk
  • Have lunch at a local family home, not a touristy restaurant – Vegan/Vegetarian option is available
  • Enjoy the rowing boat in the beautiful coconut canal

Start time: 7:00 AM
Cut-off time: 12 hours before the tour start

What you'll do

THE MOST AMAZING AND AUTHENTIC MEKONG DELTA TRIP – GUARANTEE LESS TOURISTY!

  • What makes this tour truly exceptional is its focus on providing an authentic, personalized, and sustainable experience that truly immerses you in the local culture and way of life in Mekong Delta, Ben Tre Province.
  • One of the things that sets Joy Journeys apart is the small group size, with a maximum of 10 people, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with the locals, witness their daily routines and traditions, and learn about their livelihoods in a respectful and engaging way.
  • The tour itinerary includes a boat ride, cycling through a charming village, seeing the locals at work, and enjoying a delicious lunch at a local home, giving you a unique insight into the daily life of the people living in the Mekong Delta.
  • But what truly sets us apart is their commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism, ensuring that your travel experience has a positive impact on the local community and the environment.

What you’ll do

  • Get picked-up from your accommodation in the city center to the Mekong Delta, Ben Tre City. On the way, you will pass by beautiful rice paddy fields. There will be a break stop for restroom and coffee.
  • Visit the brick factory where the soil is from the bottom of the river and how local Mekong make a living with the soil.
  • Take the long boat ride on the Mekong River and have fresh fruit with coconut juice.
  • See the motherland of coconut to understand how the locals have coconut for juice and other manufacturers, such as coconut candy and coconut oil.
  • Cycle (take a Tuk-tuk is optional) through the coconut grove of the village and see how the locals make sleeping mats.
  • Have a set menu of delicious Southern local lunch on the riverside family home (vegan/vegetarian lunch available).
  • After lunch, you might enjoy the trip’s highlight – take the rowing boat, which is paddled by the local people on the amazingly beautiful coconut canal in Ben Tre.
  •  Take one more boat ride then head back to the city, and finish.

Cancellation Policy

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 48 hours before the experience’s start time.
    If you cancel less than 48 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 48 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers (We will get you updated after booking). If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

*prices in US Dollars
*child prices are for ages 3–11

 

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Meeting And Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Hoa Binh Primary School, Across Notre Dame Cathedral Church
1 Công xã Paris, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

 

Request pickup

Guests will be picked up from the accommodation in District 1 and District 4 before the tour start. The pickup usually takes around 30 minutes

Price Includes

  • Set menu lunch (vegan/vegetarian lunch is available) + 01 choice of drink (water/beer/coconut juice/soda)
  • A/C 16-seater van (pickup and drop-off in districts 1 and 4)
  • Well-experienced English-speaking guide
  • All boat trips and bicycles
  • Fruit and coconut juice tastings
  • 02 bottles of water
  • All sightseeing tickets

What's not included

  • Anything not mentioned above
  • Gratitude and Tips

Itinerary

Ho Chi Minh City

Guests will be picked up from the accommodation in District 1 and District 4 before the tour start. The pickup usually takes around 30 minutes.

Then, the tour will head to Ben Tre Province and you will see the beautiful rice paddy fields on the way. There will be a breakfast stop or/and toilet stop before reaching the destination.

 

Ben Tre

Ben Tre, a charming little town located in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. We’ll take a boat trip along the Mekong River to visit a brick factory. This is a unique opportunity to witness the traditional brick-making process, which has remained unchanged for centuries. Then, we’ll head to a coconut farm to understand the local life and see the coconut production process up close. You’ll learn how coconut products are made. You’ll also experience the sleeping mats making with the locals. After that, we’ll take a peaceful rowing boat ride through the narrow coconut canals that crisscross the region. The serene waterways are surrounded by lush greenery. Then, we’ll ride the bicycle through the quaint villages and picturesque landscapes is a great way to experience the local culture and interact with the friendly locals. We’ll have lunch at a local home for a delicious meal of traditional Vietnamese dishes made with fresh, local ingredients.

Ho Chi Minh City

We will head back Saigon and be back to the hotel around 6:00 PM.

Additional Information

  • Free pick-up & drop-off right at your hotel at district 1 and 4
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Infant seats available
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

FAQ

How far is Ben Tre from Ho Chi Minh City?

Ben Tre is about 2–2.5 hours by car from central Ho Chi Minh City. Pickup and roundtrip transportation are included in the tour.

What time does the tour start and end?

Pickup is around 7:30 AM from District 1 or 4. You’ll return to Saigon by approximately 6:00 PM.

Is the tour suitable for kids or seniors?

Yes! The pace is relaxed, and activities like cycling and boat rides are family-friendly and safe for all ages.

Are there toilets and rest stops along the way?

Yes, clean restrooms are available at multiple stops throughout the day, including during lunch and boat landings.

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Mekong Delta experience Our guide Huy was friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable. The tour was interesting and comprehensive, and the local food was excellent. I really enjoyed the experience!
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Suraj L
10 September 2026
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Great trip Our Guide HUY was fantastic made my day , highly recommend him , thank you Huy
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Roger P
7 September 2026
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Great tour Great experience with our excellent tour guide Huy. He was friendly and knowledgeable - highly recommend this tour
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Micaela F
3 September 2026
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The war experienced firsthand It was an emotional and moving experience, thanks to our guide Tommy. It is perfect for anyone wanting to dive into history and truly understand how the war unfolded and what its consequences were
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Davide L
2 September 2026
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A good tour made great by Kiro Great tour! Great day! Kero is an amazing guide and an even more amazing person. Take your time to listen to him and talk with him, you can learn a lot! Thanks again for our chat, a big hug for you. Dave.
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Julia S
1 September 2026
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Fun&Joy Tour was absolutely amazing. Our guide - Huy, was well-known about the place, customs and traditions, local life. Huy made our trip very comfortable and low-stress: he contacted us in advance and picked us on time. That was a real joy! We highly recommend a tour and Huy as a guide!
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Marcus G
1 September 2026
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Absolutely worth it Absolutely worth it Really immersive experience and one of the best ways to understand the history of the Cu Chi tunnels. The visit is a little fast, but you still get to hear a lot of stories and really feel the atmosphere of the place. The biggest highlight was our guide, Jack. He’s a teacher and historian, and his family history and own military experience made everything feel much more real and personal. The site can be busy, but our small group made the experience much better. Perfect for anyone curious about Vietnamese history and okay with a bit of walking and some very tight tunnels haha.
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Dafne N
1 September 2026
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Best experience in Mekong Delta This has been my favourite tour from Ho Chi Minh City. The experience was truly amazing and you get all that's said. Kero was the best tour guide, so knowledgeable, dynamic and kind. He took very lovely pictures of us and gave enough time for each of the experiences. The only thing I could advise to the company it'd be to give more time on the boat ride beceuse it was the best part, truly lovely and calm, so I wish it lasted longer. Other than that, please don't miss out on this opportunity.
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Feliy B
31 August 2026
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Less touristy experience Huy was a great guide on our tour. It is indeed less touristy and a nice experience. From my point of you the experience in the Mekong delta could be extended
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Acatrinei D
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Recommend Kero ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing private Mekong Delta experience with Joy Journeys! We booked a private Mekong Delta tour with Joy Journeys for two families, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip to Vietnam. What we loved most was that it didn’t feel touristy at all. Instead of just following the typical tourist route, we had lots of little adventures, explored local places, saw how people really live, and experienced the Mekong in a much more authentic way. We had so many fun and unexpected moments along the way, and with two families and children, the private tour was absolutely the right choice. Everything felt relaxed and flexible, and we could enjoy the day at our own pace. A special thank you to Kero, who made the whole experience even better. He was friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and really made sure we had a great time. You could tell he genuinely cared about giving us a memorable experience rather than simply taking us from one tourist stop to another. If you’re looking for a Mekong Delta tour that feels authentic, adventurous and far away from the tourist crowds, we can highly recommend Joy Journeys and Kero. Definitely one of the experiences we’ll remember from Vietnam! 🇻🇳❤️
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