MEKONG DELTA LOCAL LIFE & CULTURE BY THE MEKONG RIVER
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
08 - 10 hours
Discover the beauty of the Mekong Delta through peaceful waterways, lush countryside, local villages, traditional markets, and authentic regional flavors while experiencing the warm and welcoming lifestyle of the local people.
Itinerary:
07:30 A.M: Pick up & transfer to My Tho Pick up at the hotel or designated meeting point. Travel through the countryside of Southern Vietnam and enjoy the changing scenery along the way.
09:30 A.M: Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda Explore one of the most well-known pagodas in the Mekong Delta and admire its distinctive architectural and cultural features.
10:15 A.M: Mekong River Cruise by Motorboat Cruise along the Mekong River and enjoy views of the river, islands and surrounding countryside.
10:45 A.M: Visit Thoi Son / Unicorn Island Explore the island and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the Mekong countryside.
11:15 A.M: Local Family / Village Visit Visit a local family and learn about traditional livelihoods and daily life in the Mekong Delta.
12:15 P.M: Tropical Fruit Tasting & Honey Tea Tasting Enjoy seasonal tropical fruits and traditional honey tea while experiencing local hospitality.
12:45 P.M: Coconut Candy Workshop Discover how traditional Vietnamese coconut candy is made and sample local specialties.
01:15 P.M: Traditional Vietnamese Folk Music Enjoy a performance of traditional Vietnamese folk music by local artists.
01:45 P.M: Vietnamese Lunch at a Local Restaurant Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch featuring local dishes.
02:45 P.M: Depart My Tho and return to Ho Chi Minh City.