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Tours From Ho Chi Minh City To My Tho By Speedboat Or Car

Get ready for the intoxicating excitement that this day holds in store from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car. On this tour, one gets a unique blend of cultural immersion and wander into the middle of nature that promises a most unforgettable journey through the heart of the Mekong Delta. Imagine starting your day with a refreshing breeze while you speed down the river on a speedboat, or maybe you love riding in comfort and seeing all of the scenery at an easy pace—either way, we’ve got you! Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car is designed to give both the daredevil in you and the person looking for a relaxed getaway. My Tho is rich in culture, though being one of the famous tourist destinations, with lush fruit gardens and traditional crafts. This tour lets you have both adventure and serenity at once, so you get to absorb the vibrant culture of the Mekong Delta and its serene landscapes.

Highlight Activities in Tours from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car

Speedboat Experience in Tours from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car

The view from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by speedboat is simply breathtaking. The cool breeze will rejuvenate your spirit as you glide over the shimmering waters of the Mekong River. Views of riverside life, with lush green landscapes and traditional stilt houses where one can have open views, are opened up during the speedboat ride. It’s a photographer’s dream come true!

The highlights of the speedboat journey include:

  • Scenic River Views: Take a shot at the captivating views of the waterways from the Mekong Delta, full of life and activity.
  • Unique Perspective: Get a chance to witness one of the unique views that few of many have ever seen in the Mekong Delta.
  • Speed and Comfort: Feel the rush, junkie-like, as you take a seat comfortably aboard one of our beautifully appointed, modern speedboats, whisking you off to your dream getaway in the utmost safety at high speed.

Car Journey in Tours from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car

Prefer to stick to dry land? The drive to My Tho from Ho Chi Minh City is equally as nice. Drive by air-conditioned vehicle through the picturesque countryside with nice rice paddies, villages, and curving rivers lining the way.

The car ride offers:

  • Comfort and Convenience: Ride in style, comfort, and safety with our well-maintained fleet of vehicles.
  • Scenic Countryside Views: Get exquisite scenic views of the countryside in Vietnam, with numerous stops along the way for viewing.
  • Cultural Insights: Wind through traditional villages and hear stories about local ways of life from our expert guides.

Key Attractions in My Tho

Once you arrive in My Tho, the adventure truly begins! Here are some of the key attractions you will explore:

  • Beekeeping Farm: Visit the local bee-keeping farm and see for yourself the world of keeping bees. Observe how they work through the detailed process of making honey, and taste some freshly brewed honey tea.
  • Fruit Gardens: Have a walk through fruit gardens, where you will be able to enjoy seasonal fruits and enjoy a musical performance of the lifestyle of a local type. Such surroundings and the taste of delicious fruits will leave you enchanted.
  • Horse-Drawn Carriage and Sampan Boat Ride: Take a drive in a horse-drawn carriage along village roads, followed by a cruise on a sampan boat along the coconut canals to give you an insight into simple rustic life in the Mekong Delta.
  • Traditional Workshops: Visit local workshops that specialize in making coconut candy, rice paper, and traditional liquor. Observe the meticulous process of making these and perhaps buy some souvenirs to remind one of the visit.

Join this incredible journey from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by speedboat or car and let us create memories that live on forever. This tour will meet but certainly go beyond expectations, giving a perfect blend of excitement, culture, and relaxation.

Detailed Itinerary for Tours from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car

Morning Schedule for Tours from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car

7:00 AM – Meeting Point

We will meet at the Bach Dang Tourist Pier, located exactly at No. 10B Ton Duc Thang, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1. You will be met by our very welcoming guide, who will brief you briefly on how your day is going to be. You will get important details on the journey from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car.

7:30 AM – Departure by Speedboat or Car

 And we’re off! Depending on your chosen mode of transport, you’ll either:

  • Speedboat Option: Feeling the freshness of the morning breeze as we cruise down the river, the journey from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by speedboat offers stunning views of riverside life and landscapes. The speed and thrill of a speedboat make this option ideal for adventure seekers.
  • Car Option: Drive comfortably through the countryside in our air-conditioned car. That way, you’ll have a relaxing journey with multiple opportunities to admire the beauty of rural Vietnam. The journey by car will ensure that you are traveling in style and comfort, perfect to sit back and soak in the scenery.

9:30 AM – Arrival at My Tho 

Right at the top of the list is the famous farm of beekeeping. You will be educated on the whole process of honey production, which is pretty fascinating. He will walk you through the colonies and explain how the bees produce their honey, the different kinds that are produced, and their many health benefits. You will also get to taste some fresh honey tea, a sweet and healthy drink sure to give you energy for your journeys throughout the rest of the day.

10:30 AM – Fruit Garden Visit and Traditional Music Performance 

Following this, visit the spacious and green fruit gardens of My Tho. Have a stroll around these beautiful orchards and enjoy all varieties of seasonal fruits to your heart’s content. By then, wouldn’t one feel like taking firm biting into sweet and succulent tropical fruits, plucked right from the trees? To complete this picturesque experience, local musicians serenade us with Đờn Ca Tài Tử music. Soulful in form, enchanting where South Vietnam’s folk music is concerned, and providing a worthy musical background to our visit—this is what it is.

11:00 AM – Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride and Sampan Boat Tour

Relax with the beauty of a horse-pulled carriage, meandering exceedingly through calm village roads—elevate that serenity as the carriage rolls along those scenic paths gently. Proceed further in a sampan boat for a serene cruise through coconut canals. This leg provides close views into daily life along the water. Everywhere, picturesque scenes of coconut groves and traditional stilt houses can be seen. This is an ultra-immersive experience of the rustic charm of the Mekong Delta.

11:30 AM – Visit to Local Workshops

Among the local workshops, our main objective for the visit to My Tho would not be complete. We will visit:

  • Coconut Candy Factory: Taste how the delicious candy is made from scratch and sample freshly made goodies.
  • Rice Paper Workshop: Attend the meticulous rice paper-making process; This single element is included in most dishes in Vietnamese cuisine.
  • Liquor Distillery: Visit old production procedures of local liquors and tasting, if available.

On every visit, guests can attend the illustration of typical crafts for each region, having a chance to acquire unique souvenirs.

Afternoon Schedule

12:30 PM – Lunch

Another favorable moment to enjoy the local lunch further comes after this busy morning at a restaurant. Taste the flavor of the Mekong Delta dishes like Linh fish, water-lily stems, fried shrimp with Điên Điền flowers, grilled snakehead fish, and frog porridge. Indeed it shall be a feast for the best regional cuisine.

1:30 PM – Leisure Time

 After lunch, enjoy some leisure time to relax and take in the serene surroundings. You can choose to:

  • Relax on a Hammock: Let the soft swing of shade coolers lull you and bask in your garden peace.
  • Bike Ride: A leisurely ride with views on village paths, and one can view the scenery and all activities that form part of rural life.

3:00 PM – Departure for Ho Chi Minh City

On the way home, just before daylight has gone, we prepare ourselves to bid our farewell. Whether you speed back by road or speedboat, there is still more of the beauty of the land and water surrounding the Mekong River to see: reflection on the day’s experiences as we make our way back to the bustling city.

4:30 PM – Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City

We finally returned to Ho Chi Minh City, ending our wonderful tour. We hope that you’ve spent an incredible time exploring the Mekong Delta with us. Thank you for choosing IMPRESS TRAVEL and we look forward to welcoming you for more exciting Ho Chi Minh tours shortly!

Tips and Useful Information for the Tours from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car

What to BringS

Help yourself fully enjoy the Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car tour with this list of must-haves that you should pack with you:

  • Sunscreen: Since the sun will be very tropical, high SPF will protect your skin from those rays.
  • Hats and Sunglasses: A wide-brimmed hat and a good pair of sunglasses should provide adequate shade from the sun for your face and eyes.
  • Comfortable Clothing: Light, breathable T-shirts or short pants—perfect only during warm weather and for all the cool activities around.
  • Comfortable Footwear: Sneakers or comfortable walking shoes are ideal for any type of surface that one is going to be on.
  • Water Bottle: Keep a full, reusable water bottle with you, and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Best Time to Visit

This Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car adventure is best done during the dry season, from December to April. These months are pretty dry and sunny, hence ideal for outdoors and sightseeing. The wet season from May to November has relatively high proportions of rainfall, but don’t let that stop you; this is the time when the country is lush and vibrant.

Health and Safety Tips

Your safety and well-being are our top priorities! Here are some health and safety tips to keep in mind:

  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, especially if you are going to spend a lot of time under the sun.
  • Insect Repellent: The Mekong Delta has a lot of mosquitoes. Applying the latter will keep the manualthers away.
  • Personal Medications: Remember to carry along your medications. It would also be good to carry with you a basic first aid kit.
  • Follow the Guide’s Instructions: Our guide is there to ensure your safety and extraordinary experience. Please listen to his recommendations and instructions, especially for boarding and disembarking the speedboat, and while walking around local areas.

Cultural Etiquette

Respect for the traditions and customs further gives you more value from your travel experience concerning knowing more about local culture. Here are a few additional tips:

  • Dress Modestly: Although comfortable clothing is a good idea, it is best to dress modestly when visiting sites of a religious or cultural nature according to local customs.
  • Polite Interactions: Greeting the people all time you pay a smile with a friendly mood. It’s also a welcoming habit to learn some simple terms in Vietnamese greetings, such as “Xin chào" (hello) and “Cảm ơn" (thank you).
  • Ask for Permission: When taking photographs with a human subject, especially in rural settings or in the case of traditional settings, one has to request permission from the subjects.
  • Respect Local Practices: Recognize and respect local practices—for example, remove one’s shoes before entering a home or certain temples.

Take all these into consideration when you are traveling and enjoy it safe, nice, and respectful from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by Speedboat or Car with us!! Will be great when IMPRESS TRAVEL delivers you a journey with full-on experiences in culture and spectacular views in places. Join our Ho Chi Minh Tours for other countless experiences over this more adventurous destination and explore the charm of Vietnam!

Conclusion

Next, let me outline the major activities: a visit to a be-keeping farm, tasting seasonal fruits in beautiful gardens, carriage rides on horses, and sampan boat rides via coconut canals; a visit to local workshops—all part of our fantastic excursion from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho by speedboat or car. This is a well-rounded tour between adventure and relaxation time since it charms visitors with colored culture and rich nature in the Mekong Delta Area. This is, therefore, an experience you would not want to miss! So, remember by IMPRESS TRAVEL today; book your tour by joining our Ho Chi Minh Tour for incomparable adventures of excitement and discovery.

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Tours Itinerary

Day 01

WELCOME TO VIETNAM & HO CHI MINH ARRIVAL

  • On arrival in Ho Chi Minh city, our guide & driver – Impress Travel Team will be there to meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
  • Enjoy free leisure time
  • Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh city

 What is included today: Transfer, tour guide, hotel in Ho Chi Minh city

Day 02

HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR AND CU CHI TUNNELS

Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel. We will visit the following places of interest:

  • The Reunification Palace: Here on April 30th, 1975 the Vietnam War officially ended when tank number 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.
  • War Remnants Museum: Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem’ exhibit is particularly touching, dedicated to both foreign and Vietnamese journalists and photographers who perished during the conflict. The courtyard outside contains the spoils of war, namely rusting jets, tanks and cannons captured from the American military machine.
  • Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. Remarkably every stone used in its creation was shipped from France to Vietnam. Her two 40m towers, topped with iron spires dominate the city’s skyline. The Old Post Office is another example of French colonial architecture and is also the country’s largest post office.
  • Jade Emperor Pagoda: Building in 1909 in honor of the supreme Taoist god, this is one of the most spectacularly atmospheric temples in HCMC, stuffed with statues of phantasmal divinities and grotesque heroes. The pungent smoke of incense fills the air, obscuring the exquisite woodcarvings.
  • Cu Chi Tunnels: Watch a short introductory video showing how they were constructed, then spend the next hour exploring the maze of tunnels. Also, on display are various mantraps, the remains of an American tank and numerous bomb craters made by 500 pound bombs dropped by B52 bombers. For those interested there’s even the opportunity to fire off rounds from an AK47 or MK16 at the nearby rifle range

• Free time & overnight at hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City

Day Inclusions: Private A/C transfer, hotel accommodation

Day 03

HO CHI MINH – MEKONG – MY THO (B,L)

Pick-up time: 8:00-8:30/ End tour 18:00 19:00
Our guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel, and drive 1,5 hours to Mỹ Tho. We will stop along the way for refreshments and toilet.
• Upon arrival, we board a motor-boat and cruise along a vast network of canals and channels to enjoy wonderful views of the Mekong River, including four famous islands “Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle and Phoenix”.
• Stop at one of the floating fish houses, in nets and wire baskets under their house, the villagers cultivate freshwater fish and shrimp – a major export product of the region.
• Cross the River to the other side, you will stop at a traditional workshop to witness a step-by-step process on how to make coconut candy, honey farming… while trying some yourself and listening to traditional music.
• Enjoy what local people offer by hand rowing a sampan along the shady, breezy canal. We will transfer to local transportation called Xe Lôi to travel throughout the villages.
• Lunch will be served at a riverside restaurant with a Vietnamese 5-course set menu. Please request in advance if you have a food allergy, you are a vegetarian, or you observe Halal.
• Take a rest after lunch before boarding the motor-boat back to Mỹ Tho. We drive to Vĩnh Tràng pagoda, an ancient southern architectural gem built in the middle of the 19th century. There are many Buddha statues including some that are over a hundred years old.

We drive another 1,5 hours back to Hồ Chí Minh city and drop you at your hotel or somewhere in District 1 on request. End of services.
***Please note that timing and itinerary are subject to change without notice. However, we will do everything we reasonably can to make sure everything goes according to plan.
Inclusions: breakfast, A/C land transfer, lunch, local English-speaking tour guide, entrance fee, boat trip, hotel

Day 04

HO CHI MINH– FAREWELL ( B )

• Your free leisure time may be spent shopping in Ho Chi Minh City center at Supermarkets etc or at Ben Thanh market.
• You will be transferred to the Ho Chi Minh city airport via your scheduled flight back home or continue seeing other cities in Vietnam.
• We hope you enjoyed your trip and see you again!

Inclusion:  hotel breakfast, English speaking tour guide, private A/C transfer, hotel accommodation – check out before 12:00 mid-day

What’s included in this trip:

  • Accommodation based on Twin/Double sharing room, ( notice: a single room is surcharged following single supplement policy/ all room night including daily hotel breakfast.
  • All the meals as mentioned in the detailed itinerary
  • Entrance Fee to visit attractive places are mentioned as itinerary
  • Private Car/Van/Bus with air-conditioned and good experienced driver.
  • Boat trip in My Tho
  • Experienced English speaking tour guides as specified ( French-speaking guide/ Chinese speaking guide are available on request )
  • Complimentary drink water and Tissue on Van/Bus/Van as mentioned on itinerary
  • International Ticket Fare with insurance surcharge and Fuel surcharge
  • Arport tax.
  • Visa Fees & Travels insurance
  • Porter Charges & Camera Fees.
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) do not mentioned as in this itinerary
  • Tipping for Tour guides, Bus driver, Crew
  • Other personal expenses such as beverages, telephone calls, laundry services, Minibar, etc….
  • Other services are not specifically mentioned in the tour Itinerary and the above Inclusion

3 STAR HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM  SELECTED

 

Destination

Room Type

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

Ho Chi Minh City 3-star Hotels

Signature Deluxe

 HA HIEN SIGNATURE HOTEL 

Refer:http://hahienhotel.vn

 

4 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED

 

Destination

Room Type

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

Ho Chi Minh City 4-star Hotels

Palace Saigon Suite Room

SAIGON PALACE HOTEL

Refer: www.palacesaigon.com/en/

5 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED

 

Destination

Hotel Category

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

Ho Chi Minh city

Superior Room Sofitel Hotel Saigon

SOFITEL HOTEL SAIGON

Refer: https://sofitel.accorhotels.com/

 

The hotels and cruise are subject to change to similar category in case of fully booked

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Ranana

You feel like organized tour, but you are in a privet tour. Impress Travel make the different.

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.

Ebrahim

Tour of Vietnam

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!

Solly Pochee

The tour was fantastic

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

Bernard Lim

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel

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.

Derek.Schooling

We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel

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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