07:00 – 07:30 | Departure from Ho Chi Minh City ( Hotel in district 1 will be free for pick up)
• Pick-up at the meeting point in central Ho Chi Minh City by a modern Fuso Limousine (19-seat, up to 17 guests).
• Depart toward My Tho via Trung Luong Expressway.
• The tour guide gives an introduction about the Mekong Delta’s rivers, culture, and Southern Vietnamese lifestyle.
09:00 | Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda – Tiền Giang’s Largest Pagoda
• Explore and take photos with the impressive Buddha statues and unique Eastern-Western architectural style.
• Learn about the history and cultural significance of the pagoda.
09:45 | Boat Cruise on the Tien River
• Board a motorboat to cruise along the Tien River, enjoying scenic river life.
• Visit Lan Islet – Phung Islet (depending on daily routing).
• Taste tropical fruits and listen to traditional Southern folk music (Đờn ca tài tử).
10:30 | Local Experiences – Horsecart & Bamboo Boat
• Ride a horse-drawn cart around the village.
• Then enjoy a ride on a bamboo-frame boat through narrow waterways shaded by coconut trees – a signature experience of Ben Tre.
11:30 | Visit Coconut Candy Workshop – Ben Tre
• Observe how Ben Tre coconut candy is traditionally made.
• Sample coconut candy, fruit, and honey tea.
• Stroll through fruit gardens and take photos among lush orchards.
12:00 | Lunch at a Riverside Garden Restaurant
Typical lunch menu includes (may vary by season):
Crispy fried tilapia with rice paper
Spring rolls & puffed sticky rice
Coconut salad with shrimp & pork
Stir-fried morning glory with beef
Free-range chicken stewed with lemongrass & chili
Green prawn dishes
Sour fish hotpot
Steamed rice, iced tea, fresh fruit & towels
13:30 | Further Waterway Exploration & Village Life
• Take a boat along smaller canals to see daily life on the river.
• Option to visit local craft workshops or traditional houses (depending on availability).
15:00 | Return to Ho Chi Minh City
• Relax on the comfortable Limousine van.
• Stop for optional souvenir shopping (e.g., coconut candy, dried fruits).
18:00 – 18:30 | Tour Ends at the Original Pick-Up Point
• Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City.
• The guide thanks you and wishes you a pleasant onward journey!
