Day Trips from Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels from Ho Chi Minh City on a morning or afternoon tour that travels round-trip by luxury speedboat. Go underground with your guide in Cu Chi to discover the vast tunnel network built by resourceful guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. Learn about the war from the Vietnamese perspective and see authentic war relics that remain on-site. Travel with a small group limited to 14 people for a more personalized experience. Your tour includes breakfast and/or lunch (depending on departure selection).

Be whisked away to Cu Chi by luxury speedboat on a tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Learn about the tunnels built by Viet Cong soldiers and the transformative battle in the fierce fight for independence. A light breakfast is served as well as a traditional Vietnamese lunch.

Enhance your cultural experience of Vietnam on an enriching full-day excursion from Ho Chi Minh City to the rural countryside of the Cai Be. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, feast your senses on the enticing aromas of fruit orchards; tantalize your taste buds at a traditional candy factory; and browse stalls bursting with exotic produce during a visit to a floating market. Interact with locals as you uncover the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine and enjoy a bicycle ride around the town of Cai Be on this intimate small-group tour.

Enjoy a full-day eco-adventure by luxury speedboat, traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Can Gio Biospere Reserve with an expert guide. Cruise through the canals of the Mekong Delta en route and visit a vibrant riverside market. In the UNESCO-listed Can Gio Biosphere Reserve, discover Giant Bat Lagoon by rowboat, trek through mangrove jungle, see a crocodile reserve, observe gibbons and monkeys, and enjoy bird watching. Lunch and light breakfast are included, and numbers are limited to 14 participants, ensuring an informative small-group experience.

Experience local life on the Mekong River on this leisurely full-day cruise from Ho Chi Minh City. Glide along the scenic waterways in a boat and hop off to cycle around An Binh Island and watch local artisans and craftsmen at work. After a tasty lunch of Vietnamese specialties, board a sampan and paddle through the colorful houseboats of the Cai Be Floating Market. End your day with a cup of honey tea or snake wine at the markets.

Most visitors choose to explore the Mekong Delta by boat, but the scenic canals and lush countryside is also an idyllic backdrop for a bike tour. On this full-day cycling tour from Ho Chi Minh City, pedal to rural villages, rice paddies, and temples; enjoy a typical Vietnamese lunch at a local home; and visit traditional produce markets, wet markets, and artisan workshops.

Combine two popular Ho Chi Minh City activities into one day on this tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta. Learn about the wartime tunnels and explore them with a guide, then break for lunch before continuing to My Tho City. Board a boat for a relaxing ride down the Tien River, stopping for a short cycling trip around a local village.

Get around Ho Chi Minh City like a local on this tour of districts 1, 3, 4, 5, and 10 by motorbike. Explore a variety of sights and attractions located off the beaten track, including a colorful flower market, historic areas, and Chinatown. Plus, try local-approved street food like sugarcane juice and steamed rice rolls along the way.

Hear stories of the American-Vietnam war as you discover the maze-like Cu Chi Tunnels, a 136-mile (220 kilometers) network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong soldiers. Step back in time as you peek into the old storage areas, poke your head through camouflaged trapdoors, and crawl through military supply tunnels.

Journey from Ho Chi Minh City into the heart of the Mekong Delta on a small-group tour led by an experienced local guide, cruising along the mighty Mekong in a private long-tail boat. Experience this important river delta firsthand as you explore both jungle-shaded canals and wide waterways to see fishing villages, exotic fruit farms, and the rhythms of daily life. Enjoy a lunch of traditional Mekong Delta dishes and sample local specialties along the way.

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Escape the hustle of Ho Chi Minh in favor of the Mekong Delta’s shaded waterways on a full-day tour that’s designed with travelers with limited time in mind. Alongside a guide dedicated to providing local insight, you’ll explore the Mekong Delta by row boat and enjoy seasonal fruits on Unicorn Island. Plus, included hotel transfers and lunch eliminate the need for advance planning.

Explore a medieval complex of Hindu temples famous for its erotic sculptures. After a convenient airport or rail station or airport pickup, head to Khajuraho and check out a newly opened museum and a sound and light show at the complex’s western temples. Enjoy a delicious complimentary dinner and breakfast the next morning before spending the day marveling at temples dedicated to Shiva, Devi Jagdamba, Parsvanath, and others.

Escape the energy and intensity of Ho Chi Minh City on this memorable sightseeing tour of Vietnam's rural landscapes. Choose from morning or afternoon departures and follow your guide through quiet villages and scenic mountain backdrops. Cruise in a traditional boat past the Saigon Bridge and New Saigon Port. You'll pass Thanh Da Island and make your way to Binh Quoi Village, the city's very own version of the Mekong Delta. Take time to wander by foot and enjoy the fresh air and untouched surroundings. You'll also get to visit Phu Chau Floating Temple, where your guide will share details about the local religious beliefs and practices.

Soak up the electric atmospheric of Ho Chi Minh City at night and tuck into the city’s famous street food on this evening tour by motorbike. Hop on the back of your bike and whizz your way around the city’s markets, boulevards and backstreets, stopping at street food hotspots along the way. Learn about local cuisine and culinary traditions from your guide as you travel around town and fill up on delicious barbecue meats, noodles and vegetable dishes, including unique Vietnamese specialties and sweet desserts.

Ride directly to My Tho by luxury speedboat from Ho Chi Minh City for a full-day introduction to the Mekong Delta. Savor honey tea and tropical fruit, listen to traditional southern Vietnamese music, and ride a rowboat through the canals and along the Saigon River to a coconut candy factory. Eat an island lunch of regional dishes and follow your guide by bicycle on village roads.

Experience two of the most popular activities in Ho Chi Minh on one convenient tour. Travel to Cu Chu tunnels, an elaborate network of underground passages used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Learn about the importance of the tunnels and the role they played in history. After lunch (included), take a river cruise on the Mekong Delta where you can admire the scenery and interact with locals.

See the city at night with this exciting Ho Chi Minh City evening tour by motorbike. Experience the thrill of navigating busy Saigon streets with your professional guide. Get an up-close look at local life and have a chance to sample delicious street food from the vendors. This is a perfect way to take in the sights, sounds, and culture of this historic city, and enjoy a night out in style.

Enjoy Ho Chi Minh City in the morning and at night on a tour that combines a classic city sightseeing tour with an evening food tour by motorbike. Discover the gems of Vietnam's largest metropolis as you visit Tao Dan Park, Ben Thanh market, Reunification Palace and see French colonial architecture at Saigon Opera House. Taste a range of authentic Vietnamese treats, including ‘pho’ (noodle soup) for breakfast, and street food dishes with beer or rice wine for dinner. This small-group tour is limited to seven people to ensure a personalized experience.

No visit to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without checking off My Tho and Ben Tre, a cultural city on the banks of the Mekong Delta. Ideal for visitors looking to escape the bustle of the Vietnamese capital, this excursion includes a ride on the Tien River and a tour of islands famed for products such as honey and rice wine. A Vietnamese lunch and hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Ride off the beaten path aboard a vintage Vespa during this 4-hour night tour of Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon. Pass local landmarks and see a totally different side of the city while you follow a professional guide to a flower market and shopping district. Experience a fun ride on the freeway and learn about Vietnamese culture as you enjoy dinner.

See a different side to Ho Chi Minh City during an evening food tour that promises to take you off the beaten path. You’ll travel like a local by scooter and stop at hard-to-find street food stalls that offer traditional dishes such as meatball bahn mi (baguette) and bahn trang nuong (Vietnamese pancake). Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included so you won’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

Sip a complimentary cocktail while you watch the sun go down over Ho Chi Minh City during this 2-hour evening cruise. Board your sightseeing boat after hotel pickup and admire the illuminated city skyline. Far from the noisy, crowded streets, you’ll appreciate the tranquility of the Saigon River at sunset. Glide past multiple bridges and observe life on the river before relaxing with your happy hour drink in hand.

You haven’t really experienced Vietnamese cuisine until you’ve dined on street food. On this small-group evening tour of Ho Chi Minh City you’ll be taken to some of the best spots while zipping around on a scooter. Throughout 4 hours with us, we will try really tasty Vietnamese dishes at 6 local places where are locals’ favorite areas. You will have a chance to see decorated colorful streets on the back of a scooter. Wandering around 5 lively and sparkling districts and enjoying fresh atmosphere on our scooter ⭐RECOMMENDED FOOD MENU: #1 BUN BO HUE - Beef Noodle Soup #2 BANH MI - The world's most well-known dish in Saigon. #3 JASMINE TEA #4 CHUỐI NƯỚNG - Grilled banana: served with creamy coconut milk #5 VIETNAMESE PIZZA - The good mix of melted butter, cheese, egg and Vietnamese sausage #6 PAPAYA SALAD - This salad mixed with black beef is unlike any food you had before #7 KUMQUAT JUICE #8 CREAM FLAN - as a dessert Please note that all food and drinks will be included in the price.