Highlights: My Tho is the first major Mekong Delta town you come to. Its proximity to Ho Chi Minh City has made My Tho the most popular destination for day-trippers to the delta looking for a taste of authentic delta life. Here you can take a cruise along the waterways, visit tropical fruit orchards and try the local delicacies.
In the morning, our guide will pick you up at your hotel and then transfer you to My Tho, the famous city on Mekong River in close proximity to Ho Chi Minh City. It is an ideal place to get a close-up of the local lifestyle and surround yourself with peaceful and picturesque waterways. Upon arrival, you will board a leisurely cruise around four beautiful islets namely Dragon, Unicorn, Tortoise and Phoenix on Tien River. You?ll also visit Mekong traditional houses at Quoi An village (make all from coconut tree). Sip honey with tea or wine; see coconut collection set and how the locals make handicrafts from coconut trunk and shell. Afterwards, you?ll take the horse-cart on village path and stop at Ben Truc orchard, enjoy seasonal fruits and listen to traditional music. See bees-breeding in wooden boxes at local farms and then take rowing-boat on water palm creek. Lunch on islets. In the afternoon, our boat will continue taking you to visit a coconut candy workshop before your return drive to Ho Chi Minh City. End of services at your hotel.
Prices include:
All pick up and transfer.
Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver.
Boat cruise as in the programme
Experienced English-speaking tour guide as indicated in the itinerary.
Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned in the programme.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Government Taxes.
Price do not include:
Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
Insurance.