What to do and see in Ben Tre, Mekong Delta: The Best Cultural Tours

May 24, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Bến Tre ([ˀɓɜːn˦ˀ˥ ʈɛ˧˥]  listen) is the capital city of Bến Tre Province, in the Mekong Delta area of southern Vietnam. The city covers an area of 65.75 km (25.39 sq mi) and has a population of 143,639 as of 2009. Bến Tre is 85 kilometres (53 mi) south-east of Ho Chi Minh City and is connected to the surrounding provinces by the Rạch Miễu Bridge. Nearly destroyed by Allied bombing, it played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Reports of the assault and resulting civilian casualties called into question the war aims of the United States.
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1. Mekong Delta Tours Ben Tre 1 day

SinhBalo Adventure Travel, 283, 20 Phạm Ngũ Lão, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam SinhBalo Adventure Travel
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See the main branches of Mekong river and daily life around Ben Tre (85 km from SaiGon). BenTre province is famous with coconut. The boat cruise in natural waterways, go under the coco palm garden will be a nice experience for you.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local taxes, Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Andrzej_Suchodolski

We took 3-day private Mekong delta trip. The sites were quite remote, so lots of driving, but with beautiful landscapes on the way. The transportation was comfortable. Our tour guide was very polite and helpful. Accommodation 3-4* hotels, pretty new with spacious and clean rooms. The sightseeing - nothing spectacular, but fully met our expectations. It was interesting to see, how people live and work, what do they plant and grow etc. The floating houses, fish farms, rice paper production, walking in the forest or around villages was nice, although tons of plastic trash everywhere put a pinch of salt into the whole experience. Lots of boat trips in the Mekong river and surrounding canals. Everything well organized, well deserved 5.

2. Best of Saigon and Mekong Muslim Tour 4 Days (Without Hotel)

Ben Thanh Market, Đ. Lê Lợi, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam Mekong Muslim Tours
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Best of Saigon and Mekong Muslim Tour 4 Days for Muslim Tourist with best price in 4 days tour. Day 1: Arrival - City Tour (Halal Lunch) You will be welcomed our tour guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in (maximum 25 minutes driving). We will visit the most interesting sights in Saigon. Day 2: Mekong Muslim Tour (Halal Lunch) Depart for My Tho City, enjoy the scenic journey along the Highway bordered by green rice fields, stopping to see how the rice is cultivated an take pictures of the rice farms in the Mekong River Delta. On arrival at My Tho, take a leisurely boat trip to Tortoise Island the you will visit this area 3 hours. Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels – Shopping (Halal Lunch) We will drive to the Cuchi Tunnels. You can imagine what it was like to be a guerrilla complete with AK 47's. On display in the visitor's section you can see a map of the tunnel system; this really helps you comprehend the complexity and the ingenious design of the tunnels. Day 4: Saigon Departure

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Local English speaking tour guide, Private transportation with A/C, Bottled drinking water on the car/bus, All entrance fees, Private boat trip in Mekong

Exclusions: Not included hotel accommodation (if you need it we will book for you), Other expenses not clearly mentioned in the Inclusion part, Beverage/drinks on meal (if any)

Reviewed By denisdawson

Excellent guide! We learned so much about life and culture from Lee. And the car was fantastic. I am only sorry that we did not have time to do a Vung Tau tour with him. I bet it's amazing, given that his family still lives there and he grew up there. Lee has a passion for guiding and speaks English really well, too. We thorouly enjoyed our full day with Lee and would highly recommend him for your next tour.

3. Private Full-Day Tour of Authentic Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City

Ginkgo Voyage Private Day Tours
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Known by Vietnamese as the "Land of Coconut", Ben Tre is one the best areas to explore the untouched and natural landscape of Mekong Delta and discover its local life, beautiful canals and traditional activities. An authentic and relaxing experience.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private air-conditioned vehicle, Boat and bike tours, English speaking guide, Lunch, 2 bottled waters & wet tissues per person

Exclusions: Beverages, Personal expense, Tipping & Gratuities

Reviewed By teresamJ3756AI

We made a full day trip to Mekong delta and it was amazing We highly recommend it. Jun is a fantastic guide and took very good care of us! .

4. Small-Group 2 Day Authentic Mekong Delta Tour

Asiana Link Travel - CN Tôn Thất Đạm, 60 Tôn Thất Đạm, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam Asiana Link Travel
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Enjoy a 2-day trip to one of the world's most brilliant cultures with friendly and hospitable people, amazing scenery, tasty food, and thousands of smiles. This package included different ways to discover the area such as motor-boat, hand-rowed boat, bicycle... that you can have an insight view of the local life. Experience an overnight stay at a villager's house and join them for cooking your Vietnamese dinner is an unforgettable memory.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Small-group tour (about 10 guests/group), Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off (District 1 only, Ho Chi Minh city), Professional Vietnamese English-speaking tour guide, Boat trips (Motor-boat, hand-rowed boat), Bicycle rental fee, Overnight accommodation at a local villager's house (Homestay), Bottled water (Two 500ml-bottles/Person/Day), Meals (01 Breakfast, 02 Lunches, 01 Dinner), Snacks (tropical fruits, coconut candy, pop-rice., All taxes, fees and handling charges, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Beverages, Overnight accommodation at hotel on request (with extra pays), Tips and Gratuities (recommended), Hotel pickup and drop-off (outside of city center)

Reviewed By trvlrboy

Can’t review our Vietnam trip of a life time because Covid destroyed our dreams but definite 5/5 for the people at Asianlink. Nothing was a problem. Gave us a credit when Covid first hit then when serious illness decided to raise its head never flinched. Gave us our money back without question. Can’t recommend enough.

5. 3 Days 2 Nights to Mekong Delta - Can Tho Floating Market and Tra Su Forest

22 Bùi Viện, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam GoAsiaDayTrip - Day Tour
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Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and the rich culture of Mekong Delta region and explore the local floating market, the most unique type of market that you cannot find anywhere in Vietnam. In addition, experience the rural life when staying in a local hous you may and learn how to cook some Vietnamese delicacies.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Hotel pick-up and drop off in De Tham, Pham Ngu Lao, Bui Vien Street;, Professional English speaking guide;, Boat trips , Fruits, honey tea, and mineral water, 01 night in Home-stay and 01 night in 2-star hotel., Bottled water

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off outside De Tham, Pham Ngu Lao, Bui Vien Street. If your hotel is located in some roads located in the center of District 1 like: Lê Thánh Tôn, Lý Tự Trọng, Đồng Khởi, Nguyễn Huệ, Trương Định, Bùi Thị Xuân, Thái Văn Lung, Thi Sách streets, we can offer hotel pickup with surcharge, Tips, personal expense and others not included in the package, Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

Reviewed By yvan4u

We went to the Ha Long Bay tour and that was an amazing experience. Just one day tour but lots of things have been explored. The cruise is mordern and the staff very friendly. We enjoyed the cave so much and the lunch as well. We’ll be back again

6. 2 days : Discover Mekong Delta - Cai Rang floating market with 5 Star Hotel

Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City Mekong Silt

Discover Mekong Delta with homestay in a small town could bring to you the unforgettable experiences with the honestly and lovely local people. Visit and bike in Ben Tre, a most famous coconut-town in Vietnam, with full of beautiful scenery. Enjoy the night-life in 5 stars river side hotel, which locates in the Center in Can Tho province .Discover the local Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho city and visit some local floating boats to enjoy some kind of seasonal fruits.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Bottled water, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses

Reviewed By lovetogowithlove

A very enjoyable tour through war tunnels - Cuchi with Knocky, an awesome experience. The driver was so kindly too.

7. NON-TOURISTY MEKONG with BIKING 1 DAY

District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Happy Plus Travel

Ben Tre Province in Mekong Delta is called "Coconut Kingdom" of Vietnam. Visiting this place give you a chance to immerse in the authentic local life where there are no busy life, no tourists, no traffic jam but beautiful and peaceful views, clean and fresh atmosphere, friendly, hospitable people. What makes your tour become more wonderful than ever is that you ride your own bike under the shadow of Coconut trees, Rambutan trees and try some tropical fruits right at the garden. With #HappyPlusTravel, we will bring you the most amazing experience than ever!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, - Private Transportation, - Free pick-up and drop-off right at your place, - Lunch at local house prepared by local people, - Free bikes, - Speedboat, - Fresh coconut water, tropical fruits, coconut candies, honey tea, - Friendly, experienced and super-informative English tour-guide

Exclusions: - Personal expenses (tips and money for your own use)

8. Vietnam Tour at a Glance - 8 Days From Ho Chi Minh

VivuTravel

This trip is highlighted with amazing experience that is combined outdoor activities with culture and nature. You are suggested to depart from Hanoi on Tuesday in order that you can enjoy the most famous ethnic market - Bac Ha in North of Vietnam. You will also have chance to stay at different type of accommodation from local homestay to deluxe homestay & hotel. Brief Vietnam tour at a glance – 8 days from Hanoi Day 1: Ho Chi Minh arrival Day 2: HCM – Cao Dai temple & Cu Chi tunnels – HCM Day 3: HCM – Ben Tre – Can Tho Day 4: Cai Rang floating market – Flight to Hanoi Day 5: Hanoi city tour - Train Street Day 6: Hanoi – Halong bay – Night on board Day 7: Halong – Hanoi – Street food & walking tour Day 8: Hanoi departure

Inclusions: 7 nights accommodation, Use of bicycle, Driver/guide, English speaking guide (Other languages on request), Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Transport by private vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: BREAKFAST & LUNCH

Reviewed By Helena-1962

VIETNAM CLASSIC TOUR January-February 2019. It was 12-day private tour for 2 couples: Hanoi – Halong – Hue – Hoi An – Da Nang – Sai Gon – Mekong Delta. We visited 6 cities with personal english-speaking guides, ate in good restaurants, saw many historical places, stayed in modern and clean hotels. We've gained knowledge about vietnamese history, culture, and met a lot of good and kind people. It was one year ago, but we still remember how it was interesting and comfortable. I want to say big thanks to VivuTravel company and wish them to recover well after the Covid quarantine. I hope to deal with the company again in future.

9. Private 10-day Vietnam tour: Hanoi-Halong Bay-Hoian-Saigon-Mekong Delta

V'explore Travel

This journey is comprised of many highlights in Vietnam. This trip from North to South will bring you experience of Vietnam’s friendly people, rich history and diversified culture. Explore the main attractions from many popular Vietnam destinations. Taste the food, interact with friendly locals, and experience a culture rich in history. Imagine the journey.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Private transportation in good air-conditioner , except transportation from Hanoi/Halong/Hanoi by seat-in-coach, Accommodations based on twin/triple sharing with daily breakfast, Meals as indicated (B,L,D) in program (excluded drinks), All sightseeing fees , Boat fees as program, English speaking guide as in program, Complimentary 02 bottle of mineral water per person per sightseeing day

Exclusions: Drinks - Private expenses, Travel insurance of all types, Bank services for payment if you pay by Visa Card which is 2% & bank fee for deposit., Tips and Gratuities, Surcharge fee on peak season, such as from December 24th to 31st 2019 , Entry visa to Vietnam, The domestic airfares Hanoi-Danang & Danang-Saigon, Surcharge fee for single traveller or for who stay in single room at all hotels & cruises, Other services not mentioned

Reviewed By Brenda M

Chose this tour company thru my canadian travel agent. Excellent choice. It was a private tour. Our guide, our driver my husband and I. It was a good choice considering the covid 19 epidemic. From beginning to abrupt end of our tour we had excellent knowledgeable guides and top drawer accommadations. The tours were well planned and gave us a good understanding of their homeland and what made them proud. We had time to investigate things on our own as well. Unfortunately we had to leave one week early but plan to return one day. We would not hesitate using this company again. We are in our 60's and our activities met our abilities. Felt safe and well informed with necessary changes. We were given a refund for places we were unable to go to

10. 1-day My Tho boat trip in Mekong Delta group tour from Ho Chi Minh

Saigon City Tours - Day Tours

Carpeted in a dizzying number of green colors, the Mekong Delta in Vietnam seems to bring you into these splendid pages of a geography book. Do you want to discover all that this region offers ranging from picturesque sceneries, tranquil atmosphere, local temples to stunning cuisine? Don’t hesitate to join in an amazing full-day tour of Ben Tre and My Tho provinces.

Inclusions: English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request), Entrance fees & boat trip in Mekong Delta, Air-conditioned vehicle, 01 set menu lunch at local restaurant, Water during transfer

Exclusions: Any services not mentioned in the program, Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses

Reviewed By ya_van_can

This activity offers a nice comfy excursion out of the busy city of Dalat to the countryside. The coffee shop which is part of this tour is quite nice to sit and drink a cup of coffee as it has some nice exposed view of the coffee farm. The falls are very nice. There are some walks down and up the elephant falls but it is worth it as you can get quite close to the waterfall and behind, underneath the fall! I also have to recommend it for the super nice guide, Tin Tin, humorous and knowledgable. I recommend it!

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