6-Day Mekong Delta & Phu Quoc Island Tour
- 6 days / 5 nights
Overview
Experience the best of southern Vietnam on this 6-day Mekong Delta and Phu Quoc Island tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Discover the rich Khmer culture of Tra Vinh, cycle through peaceful Mekong Delta countryside, explore Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho, and relax on the beautiful beaches of Phu Quoc Island. This itinerary combines authentic cultural experiences, local life, nature, island adventures, and relaxing beach time.
Highlight
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Destinations: Ho Chi Minh City – Tra Vinh – Can Tho – Phu Quoc
- Tour Style: Private cultural, nature & beach tour
- Best For: Couples, families, and travelers seeking a combination of authentic local experiences and beach relaxation
- Activities: Cultural experiences, cycling, boat trips, floating market visit, snorkeling, island hopping, and beach relaxation
- Accommodation: 5 nights in selected hotels or resorts
- Departure: Daily, upon request
- Customizable: Yes – the itinerary can be tailored to your travel dates, interests, hotel preferences, and budget
BRIEF ITINERARY
- Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Tra Vinh | Dinner
- Day 2: Tra Vinh – Can Tho | Breakfast
- Day 3: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market & Countryside Cycling | Breakfast
- Day 4: Can Tho – Fly to Phu Quoc | Breakfast
- Day 5: Phu Quoc 4-Island Tour | Breakfast, Lunch
- Day 6: Phu Quoc – Departure | Breakfast
Meals
B: Breakfast | Br: Brunch | L: Lunch | D: Dinner
Meals include food only; drinks are not included.
Itinerary
Meals: Dinner
Meet your guide and driver at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and depart for Tra Vinh, a peaceful province in the Mekong Delta known for its strong Khmer cultural heritage, beautiful Buddhist temples, lush countryside, and coconut-lined landscapes.
Upon arrival, check in to Thala Tra Vinh, a peaceful countryside retreat surrounded by rice fields and swaying coconut palms. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink before settling into your comfortable bungalow.
In the afternoon, discover the fascinating tradition of Khmer Performing Masks, an important form of traditional art used in cultural performances, festivals, and community celebrations. Learn about the history and meaning behind this unique local tradition.
Continue with a hands-on cooking experience where you will learn to prepare Cốm Dẹp, a traditional specialty of the Khmer community in the Mekong Delta. Made from young sticky rice gently flattened and combined with creamy coconut milk, this fragrant delicacy is one of Tra Vinh's distinctive local treats.
This evening, enjoy a delicious dinner prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and traditional Khmer flavors.
After dinner, experience a captivating Apsara Dance Performance. This graceful Khmer dance is an important performing art traditionally associated with festivals, ceremonies, and special community celebrations.
Overnight in Tra Vinh.
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast and the peaceful atmosphere of the Mekong Delta countryside before setting out on a cycling tour through rural Tra Vinh.
Cycle along quiet country roads in Cau Ke District, passing green rice paddies, tropical fruit orchards, and traditional villages. Along the way, observe the daily life of local farmers and experience the slower pace of life in the Mekong Delta.
Stop at Mrs. Thia's House to learn about traditional rural life and local livestock farming practices. Continue to a traditional rice-milling house to discover how rice is processed using time-honored methods.
The cycling route then takes you to a beautiful Khmer pagoda, where you can admire the intricate architecture and learn more about the Buddhist traditions and cultural heritage of the Khmer community in southern Vietnam.
Before returning to Thala Tra Vinh, stop at Thala Rest Stop for panoramic views of the surrounding rice fields. Meet local farmers and discover Macapuno Coconut (Cốm Dừa Sáp), one of Tra Vinh's most famous specialties.
You will also learn about the native Mù U Tree, traditionally used to produce natural oil and handmade torches.
End your cycling experience by tasting the rich and creamy Macapuno Coconut before returning to the hotel.
Check out from your hotel and depart for Can Tho, the vibrant heart of the Mekong Delta. Known for its picturesque canals, floating markets, orchards, and rich river culture, Can Tho is an ideal base for exploring the region.
Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Can Tho.
Meals: Breakfast
Rise early for a boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the largest and most vibrant floating markets in the Mekong Delta.
Cruise along the river as local vendors trade fresh fruits, vegetables, and other products directly from their boats. Experience the lively atmosphere of this traditional Mekong Delta market before continuing on foot to explore the local fish market.
Return to your hotel for breakfast and some time to relax.
In the afternoon, enjoy a cycling tour through the peaceful countryside of Can Tho. Ride along quiet village roads, passing lush gardens, canals, traditional homes, and tropical orchards.
Visit a tropical fruit garden and meet local families who will introduce you to their family-run orchard and traditional farming practices.
Continue to a local vegetable nursery, where you can help water and pick seasonal vegetables while learning more about sustainable agriculture and rural life in the Mekong Delta.
After the cycling tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Suggested hotels: Sheraton Can Tho, Victoria Can Tho, or Legacy Mekong
Overnight in Can Tho.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Can Tho Airport for your short flight to Phu Quoc Island.
Upon arrival in Phu Quoc, meet your local driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
The remainder of the day is free for you to relax and enjoy your resort, explore the surrounding area, or simply unwind on one of Phu Quoc's beautiful beaches.
Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Meals: Breakfast
A full day is free time to relax on the beach
Overnight in Phu Quoc
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend your remaining time at leisure until it is time to leave.
Your driver will transfer you to Phu Quoc International Airport for your departure flight.
End of the trip!
Tour Inclusions
- 05 nights' hotel accommodation in twin sharing rooms, as specified in the itinerary or at similar hotels
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat trips as specified in the itinerary
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the attractions and sights indicated in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner. Meals include food only; drinks are not included.
- Mineral water during the tour
Tour Exclusions
- International flights to/from Vietnam
- Vietnam visa fees
- Domestic flight from Can Tho to Phu Quoc
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels
- Holiday surcharges, if applicable
- Travel insurance of any kind
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
