1-Day Mekong Delta Tour: Less-Touristy Cai Be & Vinh Long(Max 10)
Overview
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Explore life along the Mekong River, a vital waterway flowing through six countries. Known as the "Nine Dragons" in Vietnam, it features floating villages, ancient houses, and vibrant markets. This tour offers a deep dive into local culture with a rowing boat trip, chocolate tasting, a cooking class, kayaking, and village cycling—blending relaxation, adventure, and discovery.
What to Expect
✔️ Authentic local experiences on both land and water
✔️ Traditional chocolate and coconut candy production
✔️ Sampan boat ride through picturesque canals
✔️ Fresh tropical fruit tasting & traditional folk music
✔️ Hands-on cooking class with local ingredients
✔️ Kayaking and biking in a peaceful Mekong village
✔️ Small group experience for a more personalized tour
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Vinh Long • 07:30-8:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel and depart for the Mekong Delta. Enjoy scenic views of lush rice paddies and tropical fruit plantations. • Chocolate Factory Visit: Arrive at a local chocolate manufacturing site to see how Mekong farmers produce their signature chocolate sweets.
Cai Be
• Traditional Handicraft Workshops: In Cai Be, witness how locals make traditional products such as pop rice cakes, rice wine, rice paper, and coconut candies. • Sampan Boat Ride: Board a traditional sampan boat to explore scenic waterways, passing through fruit orchards and apple mangrove trees. • Tropical Fruit Tasting & Traditional Music: Enjoy fresh seasonal fruits while listening to traditional folk songs performed by local artists. • Bee Farm Visit: Learn about honey production and taste freshly brewed honey tea. • Cooking Class & Lunch: Participate in a hands-on cooking class to prepare Mekong specialties like spring rolls, pancakes, and the famous Giant Elephant Ear Fish. Enjoy a delicious meal at a local leaf-roof restaurant. • Leisure Activities: After lunch, relax in a hammock, take a kayak ride along the river, or cycle through the peaceful village. • 04:30 PM: Depart for Ho Chi Minh City. • 06:30 PM: Drop-off at your hotel.
Options
Shared Group Of 10 Max
outdoor/kayaking/boat trip Deluxe Small Group tour: The tour that you will join with the other tourists of 10 maximum. We do pick up and drop off at your hotel Duration: 9 hours: Flexible 9-10 hours Vietnamese lunch: Join cooking class From Ho Chi Minh City: to Mekong Delta (Cai Be - Vinh Long) - Ho Chi Minh City Brand New Minivan Pickup included
Private Tour
Outdoor/kayaking/ boat trip Deluxe Private Tour: Flexible departure time with private services. We shall need you to advise us of your desired time. Duration: 1 day Vietnamese lunch: join cooking class From Ho Chi Minh City: to Mekong Delta (Cai Be - Vinh Long) - Ho Chi Minh City Brand New Minivan Pickup included
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Boat trips, Biking and Kayaking, Drinking water, cooking class
vegetarian upon request
Personal expense, Gratuities (optional)
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
297 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A relaxing fun tour not to be missed.
MargieMcKinley,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fun day I’m so glad I took this tour. The boat ride on the Mekong River, the the chocolate factory- Yum! The luncheon the demonstrations it was all just a wonderful afternoon. Our guide was very attentive to all of us, which made it all the more fun.
Vinny’s Mekong tour
samuelgH8277EC,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vinny was a great guide. Took us through less touristy scenic routes. Authentic experience 10/10
Nice one-day trip in Mekong Delta!
Philippe L,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day in the Mekong Delta accompanied by Ken and his very good mood! This day gave us an interesting glimpse in a short time. Happy to have been part of Ken’s “family” for today!
Family Mekong
diploGail,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a very varied trip - 2 boats (one bigger and one rowed boat), several stops - chocolate factory, sweets, fruits and music and lunch. This kept our kids (pre teens) amused. As flagged it is not touristy so recommend.
A must do tour when visiting Ho Chi Minh City
thanasis2018,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must do tour when visiting Ho Chi Minh City ! A part from the Delta itself, we got to taste local products and meet locals. Guide Ken was amazing
Amazing guide, great experience
Dream62017093270,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was such a great guide. So joyful and helping. He gave us facts about each place we visited. Inspite of it raining a lot he made sure to help us get through the day with ease and comfort. The lunch prepared was as per our liking and so tasty. The cooking part was fun! Would definitely recommend this trip, and Tony as a guide for anyone who has a day at hand, and wants to explore the local culture
Mekong Delta and Cu Chi tunnel
U6HNelenar,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have booked 2 trips with Hana Tourist: Cu Chi Tunnel and Mekong delta. All was professional and we saw all of the things mentioned in the program. A big thank you to Ken and Linda who accompanied us on these 2 trips. Elena Italy
Very good 1-day trip to the Mekong Delta
Geraldine G,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good explanations and very good Welcoming of our guide. Lunch was very good and the timing of the day well managed!!
Great day!
rodolpheg664,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day spent in the Mekong Delta! A guide listening and present without being too much. I highly recommend this excursion!
Highly recommended. Great places, great guide.
Climber06914419992,Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very wonderful tour. which we can highly recommend. We were always alone in the places except for lunch. Nhu, our guide spoke good English and was a super friendly companion for the day. The chocolate factory is great. With different boats on the river as well. A great end to our holiday.Thank you.
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