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Ho Chi Minh City–Mekong Delta–Koh Rong Island Leisure: 6 Days

The Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Koh Rong Island Leisure: 6 Days tour combines three distinctive sides of Southeast Asia: vibrant city life, the timeless waterways of southern Vietnam and the idyllic beaches of Cambodia.

Beginning in Ho Chi Minh City, where French colonial architecture, historic landmarks and lively markets reflect the city’s fascinating cultural layers. The journey then takes you into the lush Mekong Delta for a relaxing river excursion through coconut-lined canals, tropical orchards and peaceful villages. Among our carefully designed Mekong Tours, this itinerary is particularly rewarding for travelers who want to combine authentic local encounters with a Cambodian island escape.

After discovering the Delta, fly to Sihanoukville and continue by speedboat to Koh Rong. Here, clear tropical waters, white-sand beaches and forest-covered hills create the perfect setting for two days of relaxation. So, you can swim, sunbathe, explore the island independently or select from optional marine activities before returning to the mainland.

Tours Itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City – Welcome to Vietnam

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s energetic southern gateway. Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will meet our local representative and transfer by private vehicle to your hotel.

After checking-in, the remainder of the day is free to recover from your flight or begin exploring the city independently. Depending on your arrival time, you may stroll along Nguyen Hue Walking Street. Or visiting the riverside area or enjoy your first taste of southern Vietnamese cuisine.

In the evening, you will explore the city’s lively dining scene at your own pace. From traditional restaurants and rooftop venues to colorful street-food stalls, Ho Chi Minh City offers an exciting introduction to Vietnam.

Meals: None
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 02

Ho Chi Minh City Discovery

After having breakfast, you will meet our tour guide for a fascinating introduction to the history and culture of Ho Chi Minh City.

Next, you will visit the Reunification Palace, an important landmark associated with the conclusion of the Vietnam War in 1975. You continue traveling to the Notre-Dame Cathedral area and the Central Post Office, one of the city’s most recognizable examples of French colonial architecture. Exterior viewing may apply when restoration or access restrictions are in place.

Then, you will continue to visit the War Remnants Museum, where photographs and exhibits provide thought-provoking perspectives on Vietnam’s modern history. After enjoying lunch, you will explore Cho Lon, the city’s historic Chinatown, and visit the atmospheric Thien Hau Temple. Concluding the tour at a traditional market, where stalls display spices, textiles, handicrafts and local produce.

You will return to the hotel in the late afternoon. The evening is at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 03

Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta River Experience

After enjoying breakfast, you will depart Ho Chi Minh City for the Mekong Delta, a fertile region shaped by rivers, orchards and generations of waterside communities.

Upon arrival in the My Tho or Ben Tre area, you will board a motorboat and cruise along one of the Mekong River’s branches. From here, you can observe fishing boats, riverside houses and cargo vessels while learning about daily life in the Delta.

Afterward, you will disembark at a peaceful village to visit a tropical fruit orchard and sample seasonal fruit accompanied by honey tea. Depending on the selected route, you may also observe the production of coconut candy or another traditional local product.

Then, you will continue to aboard a small sampan for a gentle journey through narrow canals shaded by water coconut palms. Or enjoying a regional lunch featuring Mekong Delta flavors before returning to the pier.

Traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon. The evening is free for independent dining and last-minute shopping.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 04

Ho Chi Minh City – Fly to Cambodia – Sihanoukville – Koh Rong

You will enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out. At the appointed time, you are transferred to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight to Cambodia.

Subject to the available flight schedule, traveling directly to Sihanoukville or connect through Phnom Penh. After completing Cambodian immigration formalities, you will meet the local representative and continue to the appropriate ferry terminal.

Next, you will board a scheduled speedboat for the journey across the Gulf of Thailand to Koh Rong. Services from Sihanoukville generally reach the island in approximately 30–60 minutes, although travel time depends on the operator, weather and arrival pier. Current ferry information shows several daily services, but schedules remain subject to seasonal and operational changes.

Upon arrival, you will transfer to your beach resort and check in. Spending the remainder of the day swimming, walking along the shore or simply unwinding beneath the palms.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Beach resort on Koh Rong

Day 05

Koh Rong Island – Full Day at Leisure

In the morning, you will wake up beside the tropical waters of Koh Rong and enjoy breakfast at the resort. Today is completely free for relaxation or optional activities.

Besides, you may spend the morning swimming in the clear sea, sunbathing on the soft sandy beach or enjoying the facilities at your resort. More active travelers can arrange optional snorkeling, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing or a boat trip to nearby bays.

Alternatively, you can explore one of the island’s local communities, follow a nature trail. Or find inga peaceful stretch of beach away from the busier areas. In the late afternoon, you will relax with a refreshing drink and admire the changing colors over the Gulf of Thailand.

Optional activities are subject to weather, sea conditions and local availability.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Beach resort on Koh Rong

Day 06

Koh Rong – Sihanoukville – Departure

You will enjoy your final breakfast on the island and spend the early morning relaxing beside the sea.

Then, checking out of the resort and taking a scheduled speedboat back to Sihanoukville. Upon arrival at the mainland pier, you will meet the driver for your transfer to Sihanoukville International Airport, a bus station or your independently booked hotel.

The Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Koh Rong Island Leisure: 6 Days tour concludes upon arrival at the agreed drop-off point. Guests extending their Cambodian holiday may continue to Phnom Penh, Kampot, Kep or another destination upon request.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None

  • Discover the dynamic character and historical heritage of Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Visit iconic landmarks such as the Reunification Palace and Notre-Dame Cathedral area.
  • Experience the Mekong Delta by motorboat and traditional sampan.
  • Cruise along narrow waterways shaded by water coconut palms.
  • Meet local families and learn about traditional rural livelihoods.
  • Sample seasonal tropical fruits, honey tea and regional specialties.
  • Travel conveniently from Vietnam to Cambodia by international flight.
  • Take a scenic speedboat journey from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong.
  • Enjoy two leisurely days beside Koh Rong’s turquoise waters.
  • Choose from optional activities such as snorkeling, kayaking or island exploration.
  • Experience city culture, river life and tropical beaches in one well-paced holiday.
  • Benefit from professionally arranged transportation, accommodation and local support.

Tour Inclusions

  • Five nights’ accommodation in the selected hotel category.
  • Daily breakfast from Day 2 through Day 6.
  • Meals specifically indicated in the itinerary.
  • Private air-conditioned transportation for scheduled sightseeing and transfers.
  • English-speaking local guides during guided excursions.
  • Ho Chi Minh City sightseeing tour.
  • Mekong Delta motorboat and sampan excursions.
  • Entrance fees for the attractions included in the itinerary.
  • Scheduled round-trip speedboat tickets between Sihanoukville and Koh Rong.
  • Drinking water during guided touring days.
  • Local assistance in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Tour Exclusions

  • International or regional airfare from Ho Chi Minh City to Cambodia unless quoted separately.
  • Vietnam and Cambodia visa fees or visa-processing services.
  • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary.
  • Optional tours, marine activities and equipment rental on Koh Rong.
  • Early check-in and late check-out.
  • Travel insurance and personal medical expenses.
  • Personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges and minibar consumption.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, boat crews and hotel staff.
  • Surcharges during public holidays and peak travel periods.
  • Any service not expressly mentioned under “Tour Inclusions.”

Important Notes

  • The flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Cambodia must be selected carefully to connect with the same-day ferry. If no suitable direct flight to Sihanoukville operates, the itinerary may require a Phnom Penh transfer, an adjusted ferry time or an overnight arrangement.
  • Ferry timetables can change due to weather, sea conditions, demand or operational requirements.
  • Guests should book an evening departure from Sihanoukville on Day 6 or add one mainland night to protect against ferry delays.
  • The final arrival pier on Koh Rong depends on the location of the selected resort.
  • Travelers must carry passports valid for at least six months and confirm Vietnam and Cambodia visa requirements according to their nationality.
  • The order of sightseeing may change without reducing the principal tour experiences.
  • Outdoor and marine activities are subject to local weather and safety conditions.

 
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