Go on an unforgettable trip with Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre and witness, in your eyes, the beauty of the Mekong Delta. With an in-depth journey, beginning with cruising through winding rivers and then getting in contact with native craftsmen in the “Coconut Kingdom" of Vietnam, your tour will have it all. Unlike any city with its crowded and hustling atmosphere, Ben Tre brings a serene retreat with its lush beauty, rich heritage, and warm hospitality. As a single traveler, a couple in quest for a romantic retreat, or a family in quest for a cultural tour, Mekong Tours brings a perfect blend of adventure, leisure, and reality for all. Come and discover with us, and enjoy discovering the unexploited beauty of the Mekong Delta in a new and exciting manner!
Be prepared for a glide through the magnificent waterways of the Mekong Delta aboard an unforgettable riverboat tour. As you float through serene coconut forests and lush paddy lands, you’ll witness the daily life of the residents in full view down riverbanks. Relax in a peaceful journey, an apt first glimpse at the beauty of Ben Tre, and a must-attention of Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre.
Explore the rich heritage of Ben Tre through its traditional village crafts. Step through a workshop for coconut candy, and with your eyes, see talented craftsmen make this famous sweet locally-made candy. Step through a village for producing rice paper, with centuries-old techniques through family hands honed. All these stops present a hands-on view of heritage and skill that make Mekong Tours stand out.
Adrenaline seekers will appreciate the variety of thrill-filled experiences that form part of Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre. Drift through peaceful, narrow canals in a traditional sampan, sliding between high-water coconut trees. Ride through idyllic rural countryside, surrounded by friendly smiles and welcoming locals. It’s your chance to indulge in country life and make memories with new friends that will last a lifetime.
A highlight of Mekong Tours is partaking in mouthwatering specialties of the Mekong Delta region. Enjoy elephant ear fish crisps, indulge in dishes with a rich, flavorful use of coconut, and refresh with a range of freshly harvested fruits from the orchards in the region. All dishes in Ben Tre honor freshly prepared, locally harvested ingredients and celebrate the region’s culinary heritage in its meals.
A journey with Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre isn’t ever complete without an earful of heart-melted tunes of Don Ca Tai Tu. UNESCO-listed traditional folklore, best portrays the cultural heritage of the Mekong Delta at its finest form. Relax, sip a sip of honey tea, and let your soul fly with a trip through yesteryear, with stories of life, love, and nature singing in its melody.
Ben Tre (Sours: www.booking)
07:30 – Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
Our tour will start when we depart Ho Chi Minh City in a van and head towards the heart of the Mekong Delta in comfort. Relax and enjoy your journey, and have your tour guide introduce you to the rich heritage and history of Ben Tre, a province renowned for its coconut trees, friendly citizens, and serene waterways.
09:30 – Arrive in Ben Tre and embark on a boat trip along the Mekong River
A warm welcome to Ben Tre province! On a traditional wood boat, we will sail down the renowned Mekong River, and for a glimpse, fishermen and village life will touch your eyes with water contact. Fresh air, soft waves, and a glimpse of pretty coconut trees will make your journey unforgettable.
10:00 – Visit traditional coconut candy workshops and handicraft villages
A tour highlight of Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre is seeing province-famous candy factories for coconuts. There, one can see how sweet, gooey coconut sweets, consumed all over Vietnam, are made. Handcraft villages, in which craftsmen skillfully carve and weave out of coconuts, will be seen, and see their age-old expertise.
11:00 – Enjoy a relaxing sampan ride through coconut-lined canals
Board a traditional boat, a little sampan, and sail through lush, narrow canals lined with high-water coconut trees. Have a peaceful journey for an unspoiled view of peaceful beauty in the Mekong Delta, an unforgettable trip in Mekong Tours.
12:30 – Lunch at a riverside restaurant with Mekong Delta specialties
Now, sit down and indulge in a flavorful lunch with a variety of the region’s most famous dishes. Enjoy crunchy elephant earfish, freshly harvested shrimp, and fragrant coconut-infused snacks with a view of the serene riverfront atmosphere.
14:00 – Explore Con Phung (Phoenix Island) and learn about the mysterious Dao Dua religion
We then head to Con Phung (Island of the Phoenix), a one-of-a-kind isle famous for its rich heritage of the Dao Dua religion. There, you will discover intriguing remnants of the religion’s founder and gain an understanding of the faith’s mystical tenets that previously guided this little but important island.
15:30 – Experience Don Ca Tai Tu folk music
Rest and enjoy an afternoon performance of a traditional form of Mekong Delta folklore, a UNESCO-recognized one, a performance of Don Ca Tai Tu. With its delicate melody and heart-touching lyrics, an unforgettable performance is in store for you.
17:00 – Check-in to a homestay/hotel for an immersive local stay
Retire in your desired accommodation, a warm hotel, or a homestay in a traditional manner, in the case of a homestay, not only will you have a chance to have a meal with your hosts, but will have a chance to gain an insight into daily life, and a real cultural experience.
Con Phung (Sours: traveloka)
07:30 – Visit fruit orchards and taste seasonal tropical fruits
Start your morning with a journey to one of Ben Tre’s fruit farms, filled with fruit trees under tree canopies in a tropical atmosphere. Hand-pick sweet and juicy rambutan, longan, mangoes, and pomelos, a refreshing fruit feast in its source form.
10:00 – Explore Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary, home to over 100 bird species
For nature lovers, Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary is a haven with a rich variety of over 100 species of birds. Strolling through its mangroves, one can indulge in listening to the sweet cries of herons, storks, and kingfishers and learning about ra the variety of habitats in the Mekong Delta.
12:00 – Seafood lunch and relaxation at Binh Dai Beach
After a morning with a thrill-filled tour, indulge in a peaceful break at Binh Dai Beach, a not-so-famous seaside beauty in Ben Tre province. Enjoy a seafood lunch, with freshly reaped crab, squid, and shrimp, and a cool sea wind in your face. Unwind for a while on its sandy beachfront before moving on to our next stop.
15:00 – Stop by traditional craft villages to see how locals make rice paper and dried coconut products
We will stop at traditional village craft communities, in which talented craftsmen make rice paper and dried coconut items, Vietnamese staple foods, and part of its heritage. Observe the work, mingle with the villagers, and even purchase a homemade memento to bring with you when you go.
17:30 – Return to homestay/hotel for free leisure time or local market exploration
Free an evening to explore a lively Ben Tre marketplace, in which a trip can be taken for a purchase of snacks, souvenirs, and traditional handicrafts. As an alternative, enjoy a relaxed evening at your accommodation.
Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary (Sours: truyenhinhdulich)
08:00 – Visit Nguyen Dinh Chieu Memorial Site, honoring Vietnam’s national poet and patriot
Our final day begins with a journey to the Nguyen Dinh Chieu Memorial Site, a monument in honor of one of Vietnam’s most illustrious patriots and renowned poets. Get to know about his heritage and writings and contribution towards national independence and literature.
10:00 – Explore the iconic Ben Tre Coconut Museum and learn about the region’s economic backbone
A trip to Ben Tre isn’t complete without a stop at the Ben Tre Coconut Museum, in which you’ll learn about the province’s booming coconut economy. Observe how coconuts serve not only for food and crafts but even for cosmetics, and understand why it’s considered the region’s lifeblood economy.
12:00 – Lunch before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City
Complete one final delicious meal in Ben Tre, and then begin our homeward journey to Ho Chi Minh City, enjoying the last of the culinary treats of the Mekong Delta.
16:00 – Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, marking the end of the journey
We head back to Ho Chi Minh City with memories that will not soon fade, a heightened awareness of cultures, and a new appreciation for the beauty of the Mekong Delta, having enjoyed a rich three days with Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre.
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Nguyen Dinh Chieu Memorial Site (Sours: thegioidisan)
The most ideal time for visiting Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre will depend on your preference for holidays. To have your desired fruits, tour between June and August, when fruit trees in fruit farms will have a full range of fruits in them. For a cool, dry atmosphere, December to April will be ideal, with ideal weather for outdoors.
Prepare for your trip with casual, relaxed attire, specifically lightweight and breathable attire for hot weather. Don’t forget insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, and walking shoes, for effective protection in a warm environment and for ease of getting about outdoors.
The acceptance of Vietnamese Dong (VND) is preferred in rural areas like Ben Tre and rural areas in the Mekong Delta region. In the village and rural areas, credit cards seldom function, and one must have cash for small purchases, tips, and snacks in between trips.
Be respectful of customs in your Mekong Tours experience. Greet everyone with a smile, and in Vietnam, a friendly disposition is appreciated immensely. In visiting a temple or a site of cultural heritage, make an effort to cover yourself and request permission first when photographing people, particularly elders and monks.
Be safe during your trip by drinking bottled water and not tap water. For boat tours and sampan tours, wear a life jacket at all times. Walking trails in Ben Tre can sometimes become slippery, and for that reason, tread with care, and most importantly, in fruit farms and riverbanks.
Experience the beauty and heritage of the Mekong Delta with Mekong Tours Discover Ben Tre! Relax in a scenic boat trip and traditional village life, indulge in mouthwatering local dishes, and a rich atmosphere with traditional tunes, and make your trip an unforgettable one in the heart of Ben Tre.
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We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.
Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!
I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee
Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.
This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.
My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .
We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress
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