10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Mekong Delta That You Shouldn't Miss

October 6, 2021 Renato Branum

The Mekong Delta (Vietnamese: Đồng bằng Sông Cửu Long, "Nine Dragon river delta" or simply Vietnamese: Đồng Bằng Sông Mê Kông, "Mekong river delta"), also known as the Western Region (Vietnamese: Miền Tây) or the South-western region (Vietnamese: Tây Nam Bộ) is the region in southwestern Vietnam where the Mekong River approaches and empties into the sea through a network of distributaries. The Mekong delta region encompasses a large portion of southwestern Vietnam of over 40,500 square kilometres (15,600 sq mi). The size of the area covered by water depends on the season. The region comprises 12 provinces: Long An, Đồng Tháp, Tiền Giang, An Giang, Bến Tre, Vĩnh Long, Trà Vinh, Hậu Giang, Kiên Giang, Sóc Trăng, Bạc Liêu, and Cà Mau, along with the province-level municipality of Cần Thơ.
Restaurants in Mekong Delta

1. Cu Chi Tunnel & Mekong Delta - Day Tour

Kim Tran Travel - Private Day Tour
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If you have limited time—or simply prefer not to see too popular things when you’re traveling—avoid the hassle of arranging a shorty trip in Southern Vietnam. Only with KIM TRAN Travel's 1 day program ensure that you will see what the best highlight and of South Vietnam such as Ben Dinh tunnels of Cu Chi and Ben Tre, the coconut land of Mekong Delta which you wouldn't have seen without this option

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by 7 seat car or 16 seat van, English speaking guide, Use of bicycle, Boat trip in Ben Tre, Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: Soft-drink, meals and any incidental expenses not mentioned above, Firing range fees ( optional

Reviewed By Lacastacruise

A wonderful day! Cruise manager help me for all activities on Cruise, staffs are very kindly, room is nice... No word can explain that service, everything is perfect.

2. Motorbike tour in Can Tho Mekong delta - real authentic life and excursion

Bến phà Xóm Chài, Đường Hai Bà Trưng, Tân An, Ninh Kiều, Cần Thơ, Vietnam Fabulous Mekong Eco-Tours
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Attraction highlights:  * Rice polish factory * Traditional clinic * Buddist pagoda * Countryside- Authentic village * Gian gua (ficus garden) * floating fish farm

Inclusions: Beverages, Breakfast, Snacks, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Can Tho city, Private tour, Afternoon tea, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Use of helmet, Food tasting, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Reviewed By lulululukas

Lilly is the best guide in the Mekong Delta with lots of Charme, humour and experience! She planned an individual trip based on my interests for a very reasonable price. I just can highly recommend her! Everything was perfectly organised and more important just beautiful and fabulous ;) Thank you so much for the wonderful trip and the warm-hearted experience! Best regards and wishes Lukas from Germany

3. Private 16-day Vietnam in depth tour:Hanoi-Sapa-Halong-Hue-Hoian-Saigon-Phuquoc

V'explore Travel
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This comprehensive trip explores the best sights of Vietnam with stunning landscapes, fascinating cultures, friendly people - plus some exhilarant cities. The main attractions feature the image of both the new and the old city of Hanoi, the imaginary world of Halong Bay, the romance and peacefulness of Hue and Hoian, the hustle and bustle of Saigon and the fertile land of Mekong Delta, the sea paradise of Phu Quoc.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Private transportation with 04 seats Van in good air-conditioner , except transportation from Hanoi/Halong/Hanoi by seat-in-coach, except using hotel’s bus for round trip airport transfers in Phu Quoc, Accommodations based on double/twin or triple sharing with daily breakfast, Meals as indicated (B,L,D) in program (excluded drinks), All sightseeing fees & Boat fees as program, English speaking guide as in program,  Complimentary 02 bottle of mineral water per person per sightseeing day

Exclusions: Drinks - Private expenses, Travel insurance of all types, Bank services for payment if you pay by Visa Card which is 2% & bank fee for deposit., Tips and Gratuities, Surcharge fee on peak season, from Apr 28 to May 01, Sept 01 & 02 & 03, from December 24 to 31 2019 , Entry visa to Vietnam, All current airfares: Hanoi - Hue, Danang – Saigon, Saigon – PhuQuoc – Saigon, Surcharge fee for single traveller or for who stay in single room at all hotels & cruise, Other services not mentioned

Reviewed By Brenda M

Chose this tour company thru my canadian travel agent. Excellent choice. It was a private tour. Our guide, our driver my husband and I. It was a good choice considering the covid 19 epidemic. From beginning to abrupt end of our tour we had excellent knowledgeable guides and top drawer accommadations. The tours were well planned and gave us a good understanding of their homeland and what made them proud. We had time to investigate things on our own as well. Unfortunately we had to leave one week early but plan to return one day. We would not hesitate using this company again. We are in our 60's and our activities met our abilities. Felt safe and well informed with necessary changes. We were given a refund for places we were unable to go to

4. The best of Vietnam

Threeland Travel
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This exotic trip to Vietnam covers all UNESCO World Heritages sites, including one of the new 7 wonder of nature Halong bay, ancient capital Hue, historic Hoi An town, iconic Cham Towers in My Son sanctuary. From dynamic Saigon to vibrant Hanoi, into the depths of ancient heritages and modern culture, and the extravagant landscapes and beaches, you will see the country packed full of diverse ethnicity, etiquette, and elegance.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Complimentary Vietnam Visa arrangement services (one month, single entry), English-speaking tour guides on touring date. , Accommodation on twin/double/triple sharing basic, Air-con transfer for airport transfer and touring , Bus ticket: Hoi An - Hue, Boat trip in Mekong delta , Private cabin on Shared overnight Junk in Halong Bay , Street food tour in Hue , Entrance fee and Zone fee as per program, Water during transfer.

Exclusions: International, domestic flights and airport departure tax. , Meals not mentioned in Detailed Program. , Vietnam Visa stamp fee (USD 25/pax), Early check-in, late check-out surcharge., Surcharge for Christmas and New Year period (to be advised upon booking confirmation), Tipping for Guides (USD 3/pax/day) and Drivers (USD 1/pax/day) , Other expense not mentioned in the program.

Reviewed By omega132857

We had a guided tour arranged by our holiday tour operator. We were so glad we did , as you would not know much after. The ride was very exciting, but make sure you confirm the price for outgoing and returning. The lake is full of Lotus flowers in the summer. Tinh Tam Lake was where the Emperors came to relax, also popular with students who also come here to study.

5. Mekong delta & Cu Chi Tunnels 1 day from Ho Chi Minh city

KIM TRAVEL, 36 Bùi Viện, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam Kim Travel
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Day tour to Mekong Delta & Cu Chi Tunnels is thing to do from Ho Chi Minh City. - Located 75 kilometres northwest of Ho Chi Minh city, the Cu Chi tunnels are an elaborate underground network made up of 250 km of tunnels and chambers in the town of Cu Chi. This huge network underground tunnels in Viet Nam which has been preserved by the Viet Nam government and has become a popular tourist attraction. - Mekong Delta is known as The Nine Dragon river delta since it is formed by nine rivers. The background of this area is the largest site of endless paddy rice fields, coconut farms, tropical fruit gardens. It is very easy for you to catch sight of children riding on the back of the water buffaloes and farmers working on the fields, trading on the floating markets.   

Inclusions: A/C Tourist Bus, Boat trips, Rowing boat, Experienced English-speaking guide, Lunch, mineral water, Hotel pickup & Drop off (centrally located hotels only), Entrances fees, Travel insurance

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Reviewed By jonask282

We were picked up at our hotel in downtown HCMC, had a great time with our guide Thua who did a very good job guiding us through the site! Due to COVID-19 we were basically the only visitors there which was a very nice and unique experience. Can recommend doing this in the off-season!

6. Cai Be Floating Market A Day Tour From Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam Budget Car Rental
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Vietnam Budget Car Rental Company offers for you car rental with driver in Vietnam, basic English speaking driver ( not a tour guide as his English is basic at all ) for these tours customized, business trip, private airport taxi transfers service all in Vietnam airports. We are a budget car rental agent is a realizable partner you can trust to work this service. Our fleet vehicles car are very new and our drivers are very professional in driving training. Our company provides for a reliable transfers cost. Please contact & book with us in advance us now to get best possible quotes. There are plenty of tour agent at Vietnam whom organized a fix tour itinerary in advance so at all it makes many difficulties and inconvenient during your trip.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By SuaTruong

Driver picked us up on time and very helpful with luggage. He drove very safely all the way and slowly. Many other drivers passed us when we were behind slow vehicles. He only passed when it is 100% clear that there is no inbound traffic. He dropped us off safely. The vehicle was very clean and had no smell that would make anyone uncomfrotable. Good experience overall. I will call them if I ever need a driver again.

7. Private Full-Day Tour of Authentic Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City

Ginkgo Voyage Private Day Tours
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Known by Vietnamese as the "Land of Coconut", Ben Tre is one the best areas to explore the untouched and natural landscape of Mekong Delta and discover its local life, beautiful canals and traditional activities. An authentic and relaxing experience.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private air-conditioned vehicle, Boat and bike tours, English speaking guide, Lunch, 2 bottled waters & wet tissues per person

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Reviewed By teresamJ3756AI

We made a full day trip to Mekong delta and it was amazing We highly recommend it. Jun is a fantastic guide and took very good care of us! .

8. Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day VIP Tour from Ho Chi Minh city

Vietnam Adventure Tours
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• This VIP full-day tour takes you from Ho Chi Minh city to 2 popular attractions: Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta. • Explore the huge underground network of Cu Chi tunnels where were used as a military base of Vietnamese Soldiers during the Vietnam War resistance to the US Forces • Cruise on a motor boat to discover the Mekong Delta region & Paddle along the small canals under fronds of coconut trees lining both sides on a small rowing boat • Enjoy a local lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine (Vegan Food available)

Inclusions: Transfers by VIP Limousine or air-conditioned Bus (Select Option), Beer, fruits, cool tissue, snacks & mineral water are served in car (Select Option), Motor boat trip, Small row boat trip, Experienced English speaking tour guide, Lunch with Vietnamese cuisine (Vegan Food available), Hotel Pick up & Drop off in CENTRAL of District: 1, 3, & 4

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Reviewed By Beka R

Going through the tunnels was so incredible! (Of course, they were made slightly bigger for foreigners, but wow, I emerged with even greater respect for the people who had to endure living and navigating those tunnels during the war.) Also, seeing my 6'4" (1m93cm) tall husband disappear into jungle floor through a secret entrance was just amazing! Our tour guide, Tuấn, was so insightful and told us about his many experiences in the war! Our driver, Hoàng, was great, too, he stopped to give us refreshments along the way, too. If you're in HCMC, you need to come to the Củ Chi tunnels!

9. Ho Chi Minh city tour to Mekong Delta in 3 days with Motorbike

Mr Vu's Dalat Road Rider
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In Ho Chi Minh city there is more than 1000 travel office but they was offer Mekong delta as the same everywhere and to toursity place to visit. Motorbike is the best option to explore the country, village, people, local life and vietnamese cuisine along the way and so much more. This is your choice if you really want to see how real Mekong delta of Vietnam is

Inclusions: Breakfast, Motorbike, insurance, entrance fees, boat visit mekong,protection gear,gasoline,hotel,breakfast

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Reviewed By Danielle T

This tour was the best way to see the Dalat countryside. Our guides drove us around safely and they had so much information about all the places we visited. I would love to do this again!

10. Full-Day Rural Life Tour in Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City Saigon City Tours - Day Tours
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The Mekong Rural life day tour will be an ideal option for those who wish to have a real experience of the landscape, people and culture of the Mekong Delta. The day tour leads you to embark on the boat to visit the Cai Be floating market for some tropical fruits as well as to meet and talk to the local sellers right on boats. Also, you will have a chance to stop at the abundant orchards, talk to the locals, and observe them gardening, enjoy the fresh fruits, visit to the local's traditional handicraft villages, the religious building, and the ancient house in Cai Be. The will surely be a unique and great experience.

Inclusions: Local English speaking guide, Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle., Boat, rowing boat, Bicycle, Healthy Vietnamese lunch with local people.

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Reviewed By ya_van_can

This activity offers a nice comfy excursion out of the busy city of Dalat to the countryside. The coffee shop which is part of this tour is quite nice to sit and drink a cup of coffee as it has some nice exposed view of the coffee farm. The falls are very nice. There are some walks down and up the elephant falls but it is worth it as you can get quite close to the waterfall and behind, underneath the fall! I also have to recommend it for the super nice guide, Tin Tin, humorous and knowledgable. I recommend it!

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