Detail Itinerary for Mekong Delta & Saigon City Full-Day Tour: Islands, Rowing Boats & Historic Landmarks
Embark on a captivating journey that brings together the two most iconic sides of Southern Vietnam. Spend your morning drifting through the lush, coconut-shaded canals of the Mekong Delta on a traditional rowing boat. In the afternoon, return to the city to walk through history at Saigon’s most famous landmarks, from war-time bunkers to French colonial masterpieces. This all-in-one daily group tour is perfectly balanced for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike
Highlights:
- Authentic River Life: Cruise the Mekong River by motorboat and explore the tranquility of Unicorn Island.
- Traditional Rowing Boat: Glide through narrow, picturesque canals on a hand-rowed sampan—the ultimate Mekong experience.
- Local Culture: Visit a local bee farm for honey tea and discover how traditional coconut candy is made.
- Saigon’s History: Explore the Reunification Palace, including its fascinating underground war command bunkers.
- Architectural Gems: Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, designed by Gustave Eiffel.
- Signature Lunch: Indulge in a traditional Vietnamese lunch featuring the famous Elephant Ear Fish.
- Full Service: Daily departures with professional English/French-speaking guides and air-conditioned transport.
Mekong Delta & Saigon City Full-Day Tour: Islands, Rowing Boats & Historic Landmarks
This full-day tour offers a perfect blend of the peaceful Mekong Delta countryside and the vibrant historical landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City. Experience authentic river life, traditional villages, and iconic colonial architecture — all in one unforgettable day.
Morning: Mekong Delta & Island Discovery
- 07:30 – 08:00: Pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Depart for the Mekong Delta on a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
- 09:00 – 09:30: Arrive in My Tho. Board a traditional timber motorboat and cruise along the Mekong River to Unicorn Island. Along the way, enjoy views of fishing ports, stilt houses, and quiet river creeks.
- Visit a local bee farm and enjoy a cup of natural honey tea. Take a leisurely walk through peaceful villages to observe the daily life of Mekong Delta locals.
- Continue with a relaxing hand-rowed sampan ride through narrow water coconut canals. Experience the fresh countryside air and scenic landscapes — a true highlight of the Mekong Delta.
- Return to the motorboat and cruise past fruit orchards before visiting a traditional coconut candy workshop. Learn how local artisans create a variety of handmade products from coconut trees, an essential part of daily life in the region.
- 11:30 – 12:00: Enjoy a delicious local lunch in My Tho, featuring regional Mekong Delta specialties.
Afternoon: Ho Chi Minh City Highlights
- After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a short break before beginning the city sightseeing tour.
- 14:00 – 14:30: Visit the Reunification Palace, formerly the Presidential Palace of South Vietnam. Explore its historic meeting rooms, private living quarters, and the underground war command bunkers located 10 meters below ground.
- Continue to Notre Dame Cathedral, a remarkable neo-Romanesque structure built by the French in the late 19th century, located in the heart of the city.
- Visit the Central Post Office, designed by Gustave Eiffel. This grand colonial building is one of the finest architectural landmarks from the French era.
- Stop at Saigon City Hall, an impressive example of early 20th-century French colonial architecture and an iconic symbol of the city.
- 17:30 – 18:00: End of the Mekong Delta & Saigon City Full-Day Tour. Drop-off at your hotel or transfer to the airport upon request.
Included:
- Private transport: car, boat in the Mekong Delta.
- English/ French speaking tour guide.
- Entrance fees, fruits and honey tea and coconut water.
- 01 special Vietnamese lunch - Elephant eared fish.
- 01 Aquafina water bottle & tissue.
Excluded:
- Tips, VAT, travel insurance, drinks and personal expenses.
Additional Information
- Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in "show ticket link" on the site and show voucher to guide.
- Please provide your full names, phone numbers and your flight details for name board at airport.
Meeting point
- We will free pick-up and drop off at hotel in district 1, Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City
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