Take a relaxing paddle boat ride along shady canals under coconut palms, taste fresh tropical fruits in lush orchards, visit the bustling Cai Rang Floating Market, try walking across the famous “Monkey Bridge,” and stay overnight in a peaceful village with local farmers.
Cruise through the stunning Tra Su Cajuput Forest — a natural bird sanctuary — before taking the express boat up the Tonle Sap River to Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Daily Travel Company sincerely introduce you the Mekong delta tour from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh as follows:
Summary Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Overnight in Can Tho (Meals: Lunch, Dinner)
Depart from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Take a scenic boat trip along the river, visit local orchards, and enjoy a peaceful sampan ride through narrow canals surrounded by water coconut palms.
Day 2: Cai Rang Floating Market – Tra Su Forest – Overnight in Chau Doc (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Visit the colorful Cai Rang Floating Market, a highlight of the Mekong. Explore local workshops, fruit gardens, and experience walking on a bamboo “Monkey Bridge.” Continue to Tra Su Forest to enjoy a tranquil boat trip through the flooded forest rich in birds and wildlife.
Day 3: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh (Meal: Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to the pier for the express boat to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. End of service.
🚍 Group Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho (Meals: Lunch, Dinner)
Depart at 7:30 AM from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho. On the way, enjoy the scenic countryside views of rice fields, the Vam Co Dong River, and Long An Town. Stop at Mekong Rest Stop to relax and admire the bonsai garden.
Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the oldest and most unique pagodas in Southern Vietnam, combining Vietnamese, Khmer, and European architectural styles.
Board a motorboat on the Tien River to see floating fish farms, stilt houses, and the four islands: Dragon, Phoenix, Tortoise, and Unicorn.
Stop at Thoi Son Islet (Phoenix Island) to walk along village paths, visit local homes, taste fresh fruit, and enjoy a Southern folk music performance.
Visit a honey bee farm for honey tea and, for the adventurous, take a photo with a python.
Enjoy a hand-rowed sampan ride through coconut-lined canals before visiting a coconut candy workshop in Ben Tre.
Have lunch in a garden restaurant and try the local specialty — deep-fried Elephant Ear Fish.
Continue to Can Tho, check in at your hotel, and spend the evening exploring Ninh Kieu Wharf or Tay Do Night Market.
Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 2: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Tra Su Forest – Chau Doc (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, head to Ninh Kieu Wharf and board a boat to visit Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the largest and most vibrant in the Mekong Delta.
See how locals trade produce from their boats and visit a workshop where rice noodles are made.
After lunch, transfer to Chau Doc and explore the Tra Su Cajuput Forest, home to rich flora and fauna.
Take a peaceful boat ride through the green waterways filled with lotus flowers and birds. Climb the observation post to admire panoramic views of the 900-hectare forest.
Dinner and overnight at a local homestay in Chau Doc.
Day 3: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh (Meal: Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to the pier and board the express boat to Phnom Penh (arrival around 1:30 PM).
End of tour.
💵 Group Tour Price (USD per person)
| Hotel Grade | Cost | Single Room Supplement | Hotel (Can Tho) | Hotel (Chau Doc) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 229 | 18 | Phuong Nga / Holiday 2 | Chau Doc Homestay |
✅ Tour Includes
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Air-conditioned transport for transfers & sightseeing
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English-speaking tour guide
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Express boat ticket: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
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All boat trips in the Mekong Delta (including sampan)
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Entrance fees, seasonal fruits, honey tea
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Southern folk music show
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Meals as per program
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Bottled water (1 bottle/day/person)
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Accommodation (twin/double sharing) in Can Tho and homestay in Chau Doc
❌ Tour Excludes
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses
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Drinks & other meals not mentioned
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Cambodian visa (USD 36/person)
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Single supplement
Private Tour Itinerary: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Can Tho City
(Meal: Lunch)
At 8:00 AM, your tour guide and driver will meet you at your hotel and depart for My Tho Town. The drive takes about 1.5 hours, during which you’ll enjoy beautiful scenery along the way — endless green rice fields, the peaceful Vam Co Dong River, and the bustling Long An Town. En route, stop at the Mekong Rest Stop, where you can take a short break and explore the lovely bonsai garden.
Upon arrival in My Tho, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the oldest and largest pagodas in Southern Vietnam. Its architecture is a fascinating blend of Vietnamese, Khmer, and European styles, reflecting the region’s cultural diversity.
Afterward, transfer to the pier and board a motorized boat for a leisurely cruise on the Tien River. Enjoy the fresh air and observe the peaceful life of the locals along the riverbanks. Pass by stilt houses, floating fish farms, and the Four Islands — Dragon, Phoenix, Tortoise, and Unicorn.
Disembark at Thoi Son Islet (Phoenix Island) and take a gentle walk along the village paths. Visit local homes and fruit orchards, enjoy seasonal fruits, and listen to traditional Southern folk music (đờn ca tài tử) performed by local artists.
Continue to a honey bee farm, where you can taste honey tea with lemon, known for its health benefits. Adventurous guests may also take a photo with a python raised by local villagers.
Next, enjoy a hand-rowed sampan ride through the narrow canals lined with water coconut palms, an iconic image of the Mekong Delta.
Return to the motorized boat and cruise to Ben Tre Province to visit a coconut candy workshop, where you’ll learn how delicious coconut candies are made by hand.
Have lunch at Mien Tay Riverside Restaurant.
After lunch, take a horse-cart ride through peaceful village roads, and then visit Unicorn Island, where you can see a crocodile farm and learn about the Coconut Religion that once flourished here.
Return to the boat and continue your journey toward Can Tho City. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to the cultural symbols, dining spots, and entertainment areas of Can Tho.
Arrive in Can Tho, check in at your hotel, and spend the evening at leisure exploring Tay Do Night Market, Ninh Kieu Wharf, or sampling local dishes.
Dinner on your own. Overnight in Can Tho.
Optional: Stay overnight at a local homestay in Can Tho (Dinner included).
Meet your friendly host, enjoy a home-cooked dinner featuring traditional Southern dishes, and experience authentic local hospitality.
Day 2: Cai Rang Floating Market – Tra Su Sanctuary – Chau Doc
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast at the hotel, depart at 6:00 AM for a boat trip to visit the Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest and most vibrant market in the Mekong Delta.
Along the Can Tho River, observe daily life on the waterways — local people fishing, transporting goods, and trading on their boats.
Upon arrival at the market, witness the unique trading style where merchants display their goods using long bamboo poles. This centuries-old tradition brings to life the lively commerce of the Mekong Delta.
Visit a local rice noodle factory to learn how traditional noodles are made. Continue through the small, tranquil canals to feel the fresh countryside air and experience the authentic rural lifestyle.
Stop at Ba Lang Garden, where you can taste seasonal tropical fruits.
At around 9:45 AM, cruise back to Ninh Kieu Wharf. Then, visit Can Tho Market and the Binh Thuy Ancient House, a charming colonial-era residence that showcases the beauty of Southern architecture.
After lunch, proceed to Chau Doc and visit the Tra Su Cajuput Forest Sanctuary, famous for its pristine wetlands and diverse ecosystem of birds and flora.
Take a boat trip through the forest, immersing yourself in nature surrounded by cajuput trees, the scent of wildflowers, and the soothing chorus of birds and insects. From the observation tower, enjoy a panoramic view of nearly 900 hectares of lush forest — home to many species, including several rare birds.
Dinner on your own. Overnight in Chau Doc.
Day 3: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
(Meal: Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to the pier at 6:30 AM to board the speedboat to Phnom Penh.
Enjoy scenic views as you cruise up the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, passing fishing villages and rural landscapes along the way.
Arrive at the Sisowath Tourist Dock in Phnom Penh around 1:30 PM.
Tour ends.
| Private tour – price is in USD per person | ||||||
| Hotel grade | 2 people | 3 – 4 people | 5 – 6 people | 7 – 8 people | 9 – 11 people | Hotel Single room supplement |
| Homestay | 403 | 338 | 297 | 272 | 259 | 40 |
| Superior | 390 | 326 | 285 | 259 | 247 | 45 |
| Deluxe | 428 | 364 | 323 | 297 | 285 | 70 |
| Option | Hotel name in Can Tho | Hotel name in Chau Doc |
| Homestay | Mekong Farmstay | Hung Cuong, Chau Pho |
| Superior | KP Boutique hotel, Kim Tho hotel | Hung Cuong, Chau Pho |
| Deluxe | Ninh Kieu Riverside, Wink Can Tho | Victoria Nui Sam Lodge |
Tour price includes:
- Private air conditioned transport for pick up, transfer & sightseeing as per program
- Express boat ticket Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
- Hotel picking up and drop off service
- Mineral water on transport (1 bottle/ person/ day)
- English speaking tour guide
- Private boat trips in the Mekong Delta
- Private hand –rowed sampan
- All entrance fees, seasonal fruits, honey tea
- Southern folk music show
- Meals as per indicated in the tour program
- Clean and nice hotel base on two people share a double or twin room
- Clean and safe accommodation for homestay option
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- Lunch on Day 1 and Day 2
Tour price excludes:
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Cambodia visa on arrival (US$36/person)
- Drinks & other meals not mentioned in the program
