MEKONG DELTA DISCOVERY – 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS

MORNING

5:30: The Vietnam Tourist tour guide welcomes guests at the designated meeting point. Board the coach and depart for the Mekong Delta Discovery (4 Days 3 Nights) tour. Enjoy fun, light onboard activities with your guide or relax.

07:30: Stop at a rest station to enjoy breakfast, then continue the journey toward My Tho.

09:00: Tien River Cruise: Arrive at My Tho Tourist Pier and board a motorized boat. Cruise along the scenic Tien River, admiring local floating fish farms, the majestic Rach Mieu Bridge, and the four famous islets: Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix.

09:30: Thoi Son Islet (Unicorn Islet): Take a walk along peaceful village paths, visit local fruit orchards, and enjoy fresh tropical fruits while listening to traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music (Don Ca Tai Tu). Next, stop at a local bee farm to taste refreshing honey lemon tea.

10:00: Rowing Boat & Horse-Cart Ride: Board a traditional rowing boat to glide through narrow canals shaded by lush rows of nipa palm trees.

Cruise over to Tan Thach Commune (Ben Tre Province) to visit an authentic coconut candy workshop and a traditional rice paper-making village.

Enjoy a classic horse-cart ride along the rural roads, taking in the daily lifestyle of the local community.

11:00: CoCo Island Eco-Tourism Complex: Explore this riverside oasis featuring the "Heaven Staircase" and the scenic Coconut Wharf. You can check out the crocodile farm or participate in fun, optional activities such as crocodile fishing, koi fish foot massages, or water playground games (optional activities at personal expense).

iLUNCH:

12:00: Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring authentic Mekong Delta specialties at a riverside restaurant along the Tien River.

AFTERNOON:

13:00: Depart by coach toward Tra Vinh City.

14:00: Arrive in Tra Vinh City. Check in to your hotel and take some time to relax.

15:00: Travel Downstream: Head along National Highway 53 toward the ferry dock to visit the Con Chim Islet Community Tourism Area.

15:30: Take a short, scenic ferry ride to reach Con Chim Islet, where local residents warmly welcome everyone with traditional conical hats.

15:45: Community Tourism & Cycling Tour:  Pick up your bicycle (2 people per bike) at Mr. and Mrs. Sau Mai's house after reviewing the community tourism map. Cycle along charming village paths in perfect harmony with nature.

• Ms. Van’s "Old Southern Kitchen": Relive childhood memories in a traditional leaf house with a wood-burning stove. Listen to local heritage stories while enjoying handmade grass jelly, coconut jam, and fragrant butterfly pea flower tea.

• Be Thao Coconut Garden: Relax in the peaceful countryside and enjoy a fresh, hand-harvested coconut served with an eco-friendly grass straw.

• Co Ba Sua’s House: Explore the unique Dragon Scale House. Experience traditional activities by grinding rice flour with a stone mill, making la mo cakes, and tasting them fresh with rich coconut milk.

17:00: Farm-to-Table Dinner: Enjoy a rustic, countryside meal prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Taste traditional black glutinous rice wine and share heartwarming conversations with the island residents.

18:30: Say goodbye to the hospitable people of Con Chim Islet and take the ferry back to the mainland.

19:00: Transfer back to the hotel.

EVENING: Free time at leisure to relax or explore the charming town of Tra Vinh by night.

Overnight in Tra Vinh.

MORNING:

07:00: Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before checking out.

08:00: Ao Ba Om (Ba Om Pond): Visit this renowned scenic landmark in Tra Vinh, celebrated for its tranquil lake and centuries-old trees with spectacular, gnarled roots. Listen to your guide share the fascinating local legends behind its historic name.

09:00: Ang Pagoda: Continue to one of the oldest Khmer pagodas in Tra Vinh, boasting a history of over 1,000 years. Marvel at its traditional Southern Khmer architecture, featuring intricate gold carvings and designs of deep spiritual significance.

10:00: Board the coach and depart for Soc Trang Province.

LUNCH

12:00: Arrive in Soc Trang and enjoy lunch featuring regional flavors at a local restaurant.

13:00: Som Rong Pagoda (Wat Pătum Wôngsa Som Rông): Explore this stunning 600-year-old Khmer pagoda, highly popular for its majestic architecture that resembles sacred temples in Thailand. Here, you can admire the largest reclining Buddha statue in Vietnam.

14:00: Tan Hue Vien Complex: Stop for sightseeing and shopping at the largest producer of banh pia (hopia cake) in Vietnam. Walk around the impressive Lotus Tower (Lien Hoa Bao Thap) and capture photos at the beautiful, newly completed check-in spots.

15:00: Depart for Bac Lieu Province.

16:00: Bac Lieu Prince House: Visit the legendary historical mansion built between 1917 and 1919, famous for its luxurious Western-style architecture. Learn about the extravagant lifestyle and folklore surrounding Tran Trinh Huy (Ba Huy), the most wealthy and famous playboy of Southern Vietnam during the 1930s–1940s.

17:00: Continue the journey heading south toward Ca Mau Province.

18:00: Arrive in Ca Mau. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.

EVENING: Spend your free time exploring the bustling Ca Mau Night Market to sample unique local street food, or check in at Ngoc Hien Square—the city's newly completed modern landmark and cultural symbol.

Overnight in Ca Mau.

MORNING:

06:30: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and complete the check-out process.

08:00: Depart for Dat Mui: Head toward Nam Can and Dat Mui. Enjoy a scenic 100 km drive to reach the legendary southernmost tip of Vietnam's map.

10:00: Ca Mau Cape Exploration: Arrive at Dat Mui and experience the true soul of the South through its iconic architectural landmarks:

• Visit the grand Ca Mau Cape Flagpole and the Temple of the Ancestors.

• Check in and take memorable photos at the historic National GPS 0001 Marker.

• Admire the wild beauty of the world-class mangrove forests within the UNESCO-recognized Ca Mau Cape National Park.

LUNCH

11:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh, local mangrove-forest specialties at a regional restaurant.

AFTERNOON::

13:00: Board the coach and begin the journey back north toward Can Tho City.

17:00: Arrive in Can Tho. Check in to your hotel and enjoy some time to rest and relax.

19:00: 5-Star Dinner Cruise: Embark on a luxurious 5-star cruise for a memorable dining and sightseeing journey along the Can Tho River:

•  Immerse yourself in the lively Mekong Delta atmosphere while enjoying an authentic Southern Vietnamese folk music (Don Ca Tai Tu) performance.
•  Enjoy entertaining live magic shows and join in the interactive "singing together" program in a fun, friendly environment.

LATE EVENING: Free time at leisure to explore the vibrant Ninh Kieu Wharf and Can Tho City by night.

Over night at Can Tho.

MORNING

05:00: Cai Rang Floating Market: Board a boat at the wharf to visit the largest floating market in the Mekong Delta. Experience the bustling river trade and admire the unique "Cay Beo" system used by locals to display goods on their boats.

06:00: Traditional Hu Tieu Workshop: Learn about the traditional noodle-making process and discover the famous, crispy fried "Hu Tieu Pizza" topped with savory ingredients (purchases at guests' own expense).

07:00: Return to the wharf. The coach transfers you back to the hotel for breakfast and check-out.

09:00: Con Son Islet: Board a boat and cruise along the peaceful Hau River to reach Con Son Islet, a rustic, community-based ecotourism destination.

• Floating Fish Farms: Visit over 30 fish cages raising basa, snakehead, and giant barb. Admire thousands of colorful koi fish, experience a unique koi fish massage, and taste freshly fried Cha Ca Thac Lac Cuom (spotted featherback fish cake).
• Warm Welcome & Orchard Tour: Upon stepping onto the islet, enjoy a refreshing welcome drink made from breadfruit leaves or butterfly pea flowers. Walk through lush orchards and hand-pick seasonal fruits like rambutan, longan, pomelo, and mangosteen directly from the trees.
• Mekong Cultural Experiences: Try crossing a traditional, swaying "monkey bridge" and join local hosts to learn the art of traditional cake-making, preparing 7 authentic types of Vietnamese cakes (Steamed Banana Cake, Grilled Cassava, Fluffy Sponge Cake, etc.).
• "Flying Snakehead Fish" Show: Witness the fascinating, unusual spectacle of thousands of snakehead fish leaping simultaneously out of the water.

NOON  

12:00: Enjoy a rustic lunch featuring fresh, farm-to-table Mekong specialties directly on Con Son Islet.

13:30: Transfer back to the mainland by boat.

14:00: The Gold-Plated House & Fairy Garden: Visit this uniquely designed golden mansion showcasing opulent interiors and an artistic palace-like setting. Guests can choose to dress up in grand, royal-style costumes for a memorable photography session (costume rental at guests' own expense).

15:00: Board the coach and begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City.

EVENING:

17:00: Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City. The coach transfers all guests safely back to the original pick-up points.

End of the 4 Days 3 Nights Journey. VIETNAM TOURIST thanks you for choosing us and looks forward to welcoming you on your future adventures!​​​​​​​