What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

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Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Ba Danh Homestay.

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Ben Tre Mekong Zig Zag: Scooter, Sailboat, and Food (Full day)

★★★★⯨ 5.0

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Overview

Honest feelings about this tour: Fun, Intimate, Relax, Local, Spontaneous.

Join our authentic, private Ben Tre day tour and discover the real Mekong Delta at a relaxed pace. Explore the natural village on a fun, easy motorbike scooters or tuktuk ride through coconut gardens, far from crowds and tourists.

Learn about local life, meeting local people, see traditions, plants, taste fruits — and enjoy freshly harvested local juices. Spend time chatting with your friendly local guide, just like traveling with a friend.

Taste authentic Mekong food, special coconut candies, rest on hammocks.

Enjoy a peaceful sail boat cruise across the Mekong River and flow through small, quiet canals shaded by coconut leaves. Relax on comfortable beanbag chairs while watching everyday river life.

Visit a local market and savor street food loved by locals — simple, super delicious flavors you won’t find anywhere else.

This tour is easy-going, flexible, and never rushed — just genuine Mekong experiences.

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What's Included

✓ Included

English speaking local guide
Motorbike/ Tuktuk drive with experienced driver and safety helmet
Fun, flexible enjoying activities for kids if needed
Visit a local market by scooter driving through it
Local fruit drinks on the way like coconut or sugarcane juice to keep you refresh
Light-dinner street food loved by locals, authentic and super yummy
All Fees and Taxes
Relaxing sailboat cruise on the Mekong river and natural quiet canal
Abundant, authentic, fresh, delicious with 4-5 dishes
Pick up and drop off in Ben Tre (pick up zone)
Learn about local life, meeting local people, see traditions, plants, taste fruits

✗ Not Included

Tips and gratuities
Picking up and dropping off in Saigon ONLY if you are staying in Ho Chi Minh city (4 or 7-seat car)

Itinerary

Stop 1

PICK UP AT AROUND 9:00-10:00am in BEN TRE. Start the tour by hopping on a motorbike/ tuktuk with an experienced driver and exploring the charming rural areas, where you'll encounter real-life encounters and idyllic Mekong scenery.

Stop 2

ZIGZAG RIDING THROUGH VILLAGES AND EXPLORE LOCAL LIFE - Hop on a motorbike/ scooter or tuktuk with an experienced driver, ready to explore the countryside. - Visit a traditional Mekong house, walk around to see how they live - Driving through the lush green countryside of the Mekong Delta. Feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your skin as you zigzag through villages, passing by coconut palms and canals. - Visit random local houses and learn about their life, traditions, jobs. Enjoy authentic experiences

Stop 3

DELICIOUS MEKONG LUNCH AND REST ON A HAMMOCK ️Savor Authentic Mekong Dishes: Delight in a delectable feast prepared by local chef, using fresh ingredients. Drink our must-try Mekong refreshing coconut juice with kumquat. Unwind the Mekong Way: Sink into relaxation on a hammock, embracing the laid-back ambiance of the Mekong nature.

Stop 4

SAILBOAT ON A QUIET MEKONG RIVER You'll set off from a small village on the banks of the river and sail along a winding tributary. As you go, you'll be surrounded by lush green foliage, coconut palms, and tropical fruit trees. You'll also feel the gentle breeze and flow of the river as the tide rises and falls. Along the way, you'll pass by small, unassuming settlements where locals live a simple life. You might see fisherman, other local boats, children playing, or animal stocks along the waterway.

Stop 5

BEN TRE CITY AND STREET FOOD Enjoy a thrilling ride on a tuktuk/motorbike as it weaves through the charming narrow roads leading to Ben Tre city, adding a touch of adventure to your journey. Sip Local Delights and Soak in Life: Indulge in refreshing local drinks while observing the ebb and flow of everyday life, taking in the enchanting ambiance that surrounds you.

Stop 6

CONCLUDE AT THE PICK UP SPOT: Wrap up your authentic tour in Ben Tre as you return to the designated pick-up spot. Reflect on the memorable experiences and adventures you've encountered along the way.