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Private tourNEW 2026Mekong DeltaSmall group · Local experience
Mekong Delta Escape – 3 Days 2 Nights
“Floating Markets, French-Colonial Charm & Coconut Island Life” Leave the city noise behind and step into the real Mekong Delta the way most travelers... From $238.
Style
Private tour
Mekong Delta
Duration
3 days · 2 nights
Pickup support available
Mekong Delta tour overview
“Floating Markets, French-Colonial Charm & Coconut Island Life”
Leave the city noise behind and step into the real Mekong Delta the way most travelers dream of: sunrise on the river, a stunning colonial mansion straight out of a movie, quiet bike rides through friendly villages, and a final day lost among coconut palms on a magical “off-the-grid” island. This is the perfect balance of iconic sights and genuine local moments — comfortable, varied, and full of stories.
Why Travelers Love This Trip
- Wake up on the water at vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market (with coffee in hand!)
- Visit the actual house from the famous French film The Lover (1992)
- Spend one night in a comfortable Can Tho hotel + one night in a charming riverside homestay
- End with a relaxed, scenic day in Ben Tre — the true “Coconut Capital”
- Easy cycling (flat roads, shady paths, no rush) and plenty of free time to soak it all in
- Small private group (just you and your loved ones) — never mixed with big bus tours
Your Easy 3-Day Journey
Day 1 – Ho Chi Minh City → Can Tho | Welcome to the River of Poems (L)
- 8:30 AM comfortable private car pick-up from your hotel
- Relax during the scenic 3-hour drive southwest
- Check in to a lovely boutique hotel right by the river in Can Tho
- After freshening up, hop on bicycles for a gentle 2-hour ride through quiet villages
- Pedal along shady canals, wave to kids walking home from school, and stop to admire a 100-year-old giant tree with roots like dragon tails
- Sunset back at the hotel — stroll the illuminated waterfront or enjoy a cold drink on the rooftop
- Overnight in Can Tho (clean, air-conditioned hotel room)
Day 2 – Cai Rang Floating Market + The Lover’s House → Ben Tre Homestay (B, L, D)
- Early wake-up (worth it!): boat leaves at dawn for Cai Rang — the biggest & liveliest floating market in the Delta
- Watch hundreds of boats trade pineapples, pumpkins and dragon fruit while sipping fresh Vietnamese coffee on board
- Return for hotel breakfast, then visit breathtaking Binh Thuy Ancient House — the real location of the Oscar-nominated film The Lover. Walk the same floors, admire the French-Vietnamese architecture and gorgeous gardens
- Scenic 2.5-hour drive to peaceful Ben Tre
- Check in to a cozy riverside homestay surrounded by coconut and fruit trees
- Evening at leisure — swing in a hammock, chat with your hosts, or take a short walk through the village
- Home-cooked dinner with the family
- Overnight in Ben Tre homestay
Day 3 – Ben Tre Coconut Paradise → Return to Ho Chi Minh City (B, L)
- Sleep in a little, then board a traditional wooden boat
- Glide through narrow canals shaded by water coconuts — your driver will stop so you can sip fresh coconut juice straight from the tree
- Visit a unique solar-powered island where locals live completely off the grid (no electricity poles, only sunshine!)
- Meet warm families, taste seasonal tropical fruits, fresh honey tea, and local honey wine while listening to their stories
- Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch featuring signature Mekong Delta dishes (elephant-ear fish, fresh spring rolls, caramelized pork…)
- Final short cruise across the wide Mekong River to the mainland
- Relaxed drive back to Saigon (drop-off around 5:00–5:30 PM)
What’s Included – Everything You Need
- Private air-conditioned car & experienced English-speaking guide the whole trip
- 1 night comfortable hotel in Can Tho (private room, A/C, hot shower)
- 1 night charming homestay in Ben Tre (private room, fan/A/C, mosquito net)
- All boat trips including sunrise Cai Rang cruise & Ben Tre canals
- Bicycle rental & helmets on Day 1
- 7 meals: 3 Breakfasts – 3 Lunches – 1 Dinner
- All entrance fees (Binh Thuy Ancient House, etc.)
- Seasonal fruits, honey tea, snacks & bottled water every day
Not Included (so you stay in control)
- Drinks beyond water/tea, personal shopping, tips (entirely optional)
Perfect For
Couples looking for romance, photographers chasing golden-hour shots, families wanting a relaxed pace, movie buffs who love The Lover, and anyone who wants the classic Mekong highlights done comfortably and privately.
Price from only US$218 per person (based on 2 travelers, fully private tour) Solo travelers and bigger groups always welcome — just ask for your best rate!
Ready for sunrise on the river and coconut-shaded canals? Book your Mekong Delta Escape today — limited rooms at the homestay, especially Dec–Apr!
We can’t wait to show you the Delta we love. 🌴🚤🍍
What's included
Private air-conditioned car & experienced English-speaking guide the whole trip1 night comfortable hotel in Can Tho (private room, A/C, hot shower)1 night charming homestay in Ben Tre (private room, fan/A/C, mosquito net)All boat trips including sunrise Cai Rang cruise & Ben Tre canalsAll boat trips including sunrise Cai Rang cruise & Ben Tre canalsBicycle rental & helmets on Day 17 meals: 3 Breakfasts – 3 Lunches – 1 DinnerAll entrance fees (Binh Thuy Ancient House, etc.)Seasonal fruits, honey tea, snacks & bottled water every day
Your itinerary
– Ho Chi Minh City → Can Tho | Welcome to the River of Poems (L)
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- 8:30 AM comfortable private car pick-up from your hotel
- Relax during the scenic 3-hour drive southwest
- Check in to a lovely boutique hotel right by the river in Can Tho
- After freshening up, hop on bicycles for a gentle 2-hour ride through quiet villages
- Pedal along shady canals, wave to kids walking home from school, and stop to admire a 100-year-old giant tree with roots like dragon tails
- Sunset back at the hotel — stroll the illuminated waterfront or enjoy a cold drink on the rooftop
- Overnight in Can Tho (clean, air-conditioned hotel room)
– Cai Rang Floating Market + The Lover’s House → Ben Tre Homestay (B, L, D)
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Moderate trek: ~6–7 hours | Amazing bamboo forests & hidden villages
Morning
- Arrive at Sapa bus station → our friendly local guide meets you with a big smile!
- Quick transfer to a small restaurant/homestay to freshen up and enjoy a big Vietnamese breakfast (pho, eggs, fresh fruit & strong coffee).
- Short ride to the starting point in beautiful Ta Van Village (Giay ethnic minority area).
Daytime Trek
- Trek through lush green bamboo forests and colorful H’mong villages.
- Walk along the peaceful Muong Hoa Valley with endless rice terraces.
- Enter the quiet heart of Hoang Lien National Park – pure nature and fresh mountain air!
- Arrive at the hidden gem: Seo Trung Ho – a tiny Red Dao village that very few tourists reach.
Evening
- Check in to your cozy traditional homestay with a lovely Red Dao family.
- Relax with a hot shower, then enjoy a big home-cooked dinner (grilled chicken, fresh veggies, sticky rice & more).
- Chat with your hosts, try herbal Red Dao tea, and fall asleep to the sound of the mountains.
Overnight: Red Dao homestay in Seo Trung Ho (private or shared room, clean bedding, Western or squat toilet)
Sapa → Lao Chai → Ta Van Village Trek (6–9 km, easy-moderate
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- Early wake-up (worth it!): boat leaves at dawn for Cai Rang — the biggest & liveliest floating market in the Delta
- Watch hundreds of boats trade pineapples, pumpkins and dragon fruit while sipping fresh Vietnamese coffee on board
- Return for hotel breakfast, then visit breathtaking Binh Thuy Ancient House — the real location of the Oscar-nominated film The Lover. Walk the same floors, admire the French-Vietnamese architecture and gorgeous gardens
- Scenic 2.5-hour drive to peaceful Ben Tre
- Check in to a cozy riverside homestay surrounded by coconut and fruit trees
- Evening at leisure — swing in a hammock, chat with your hosts, or take a short walk through the village
- Home-cooked dinner with the family
- Overnight in Ben Tre homestay
– Ben Tre Coconut Paradise → Return to Ho Chi Minh City (B, L)
- Sleep in a little, then board a traditional wooden boat
- Glide through narrow canals shaded by water coconuts — your driver will stop so you can sip fresh coconut juice straight from the tree
- Visit a unique solar-powered island where locals live completely off the grid (no electricity poles, only sunshine!)
- Meet warm families, taste seasonal tropical fruits, fresh honey tea, and local honey wine while listening to their stories
- Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch featuring signature Mekong Delta dishes (elephant-ear fish, fresh spring rolls, caramelized pork…)
- Final short cruise across the wide Mekong River to the mainland
- Relaxed drive back to Saigon (drop-off around 5:00–5:30 PM)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for planning a Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay overnight cruise with Ava Travel.
Halong Bay is approximately 160km east of Hanoi, usually about a 3 to 3.5-hour drive by expressway. Ava Travel can arrange shared shuttle or private transfer from Hanoi and confirm the exact pickup time before you book.
Lan Ha Bay is the southern extension of Halong Bay, near Cat Ba Island. It has similar limestone scenery but often feels quieter. Many premium cruises operate around Lan Ha Bay for a calmer overnight route.
A 2-day / 1-night cruise works well if your schedule is short and you want the classic overnight experience. A 3-day / 2-night cruise gives more time for kayaking, swimming, remote areas, and a slower pace.
The best months are usually October to April, when the weather is cooler and drier. Summer can still be beautiful, but rain and storm changes are more common, so Ava Travel checks weather and operator updates before departure.
Most overnight cruises include cabin accommodation, onboard meals, entrance fees for the scheduled route, and activities such as kayaking, cave visits, swimming, cooking class, or squid fishing. Drinks, spa, tips, and transfers depend on the cruise package and are confirmed before payment.
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