Discover the Sacred Four Islands: Long – Lan – Qui – Phung on a 1-Day Mekong Delta Tour (My Tho – Ben Tre) with The Rice Travel Group
A Mekong Delta day tour from Ho Chi Minh City is more than a sightseeing trip — it is a journey back to nature, to the serene rhythms of river life and the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam's most fertile delta region. If you are looking for a complete, distinctive, and unforgettable 1-day My Tho – Ben Tre tour, let The Rice Travel Group take you on a voyage through the legendary Tu Linh — the Four Sacred Islands: Con Long, Con Lan, Con Qui, and Con Phung — where every sandbank and waterway tells a story deeply rooted in the spirit of the Mekong.
Experience the fascinating adventure of four famous mythical creatures: Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, and Phoenix, on The Rice Travel Group's one-day tour exploring the Mekong Delta
A Private 1-Day Mekong Delta Tour Designed Around You
What sets The Rice Travel Group's Mekong Delta tour apart is its commitment to complete privacy and personalization. Rather than joining a crowded group tour, guests enjoy an exclusive private experience featuring:
- A modern 7-seat air-conditioned vehicle — door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service
- A professional, knowledgeable guide — deeply versed in Mekong Delta culture, history, and local traditions, with a warm and engaging approach
- A dedicated professional photographer — capturing your most beautiful, authentic moments throughout the journey with high-quality equipment
This is the ideal choice for couples, families, friend groups, or anyone who values a personalized travel experience free from rigid group schedules.
A private and relaxing one-day tour of the Mekong Delta with The Rice Travel Group.
Detailed 1-Day Mekong Delta Itinerary: My Tho – Ben Tre
Departure — First Stop: Mekong Rest Stop
The tour departs daily at 8:00 AM, with pick-up at 189 De Tham Street, Ho Chi Minh City, heading southwest toward the lush expanse of the Mekong Delta.
The first stop is Mekong Rest Stop — one of the most modern and scenic roadside destinations on the route to the delta. Set against a backdrop of open waterways, Mekong Rest Stop offers more than just a place to stretch your legs. Its architecture draws on the spirit of Southern Vietnam, blending seamlessly with a cool, verdant landscape. Guests can enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee, take in the riverside scenery, and breathe in the clean delta air — a perfect overture to the full journey ahead.
Exploring the Four Sacred Islands: Con Long, Con Lan, Con Qui & Con Phung
This is the centerpiece of The Rice Travel Group's My Tho – Ben Tre Mekong Delta tour. The Tu Linh — four mythical creatures revered in Eastern culture: Long (Dragon), Lan (Unicorn/Kỳ Lân), Quy (Tortoise), and Phung (Phoenix) — lend their names to four iconic river islands in the Tien Giang and Ben Tre provinces: Con Long, Con Lan, Con Qui, and Con Phung.
Guests will enjoy a boat ride through the four famous islets of Long, Lan, Qui, and Phung, and our photographers will capture every memorable moment for you.
These four islands rise from the broad waters of the Tien River, surrounded by a labyrinth of canals, fruit orchards, and a freshness rarely found anywhere else. Here, nature and human life intertwine in the most genuine and unhurried way.
The moment you step onto these islands during your Mekong Delta day trip, you are met with a profound stillness — the gentle rustle of water palms in the breeze, the soft lapping of water against a wooden boat hull. It is the kind of peace that restores the spirit and offers a true escape from the pressures of city life.
The boat passed through lush, cool mangrove trees
Beekeeping Farm Visit | Traditional Puffed Rice Demonstration | Authentic Coconut Ice Cream Tasting
Among the most memorable highlights of this Mekong Delta tour are the hands-on, community-rooted cultural experiences.
At the beekeeping farm, guests hear directly from seasoned local beekeepers — learning about hive management, honey harvesting, and the traditions of this centuries-old craft. The reward? A taste of pure, golden, raw honey with a fragrance and sweetness that no commercial product can replicate. This level of authenticity is rare in any Mekong Delta itinerary.
Beekeeping farm
Next, guests are invited to witness — and participate in — the art of making puffed rice, a traditional craft deeply woven into Mekong Delta food culture. The rhythmic popping of rice, the warm nutty aroma, the deft hands of skilled artisans — together they paint a vivid, living portrait of village craftsmanship.
To complete this stretch of the experience, indulge in a scoop of authentic coconut ice cream — one of the Mekong's most beloved local treats. Made from fresh coconut cream and natural local ingredients, it delivers a gentle, unmistakably real sweetness that no tourist-district imitation can match.
Tuk-Tuk Ride Through the Countryside | “Đờn Ca Tài Tử” Folk Music Performance | Tropical Fruit Tasting
No Mekong Delta experience is complete without these quintessentially local moments. Hop aboard a charming tuk-tuk — an iconic symbol of delta transport — and cruise through shaded village lanes lined with coconut palms, abundant orchards, and moss-covered tile-roofed homes full of rural character.
This is followed by a live performance of “Đờn Ca Tài Tử” — the traditional chamber music of Southern Vietnam, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The soulful melodies, heartfelt vocals, and warmth of local performers create an immersive cultural moment that only the Mekong Delta can offer.
Guests enjoy this performance alongside a generous platter of fresh tropical fruits — mango, dragon fruit, pineapple, watermelon, papaya — each grown in the mineral-rich alluvial soil of the delta, delivering a natural sweetness and depth of flavor that is simply unforgettable.
"Đờn ca tài tử"
Rowing Through the Water Palm Forest — A Defining Mekong Delta Moment
Perhaps the most visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience of the entire My Tho – Ben Tre tour is gliding silently through the water palm forest by traditional wooden sampan.
The small boat drifts gently along mirror-still canals, flanked on both sides by towering water palms whose fronds arch overhead, forming a natural green canopy. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting shimmering patterns across the water's surface — the kind of scene that photographs beautifully, and that The Rice Travel Group's professional photographer will capture at its finest.
The sound of a paddle cutting softly through water, the faint scent of alluvial earth and palm fronds, the perfect quiet — this is the meditative heart of the Mekong Delta experience, and it lingers long after the journey ends.
The experience of riding in a boat with chilled rice wine is loved by many tourists and they want to experience it again and again when participating in a Mekong Delta tour with The Rice Travel Group.
Ben Tre Coconut Candy Workshop
No visit to Ben Tre is complete without discovering coconut candy — the province's most famous artisanal export, cherished by domestic and international visitors alike. Ben Tre, known as the "Land of Coconuts," produces coconut candy entirely by hand using fresh coconut cream, malt syrup, and natural cane sugar.
At the coconut candy workshop, guests observe the full traditional production process — from pulling and cutting to hand-wrapping the individual pieces. Visitors are also invited to try pulling the candy themselves, a delightful and surprisingly challenging activity that is especially popular with children.
This is also the ideal opportunity to purchase authentic local souvenirs: coconut candy, coconut cookies, coconut jam, coconut oil, and a wide selection of Mekong Delta specialty products at fair, guaranteed-quality prices.
The coconut candy packages here are packed on-site by skilled workers, so you can rest assured about the quality.
Mekong Delta Lunch & the Unforgettable Crocodile Fishing Experience
After a rich and active morning, guests sit down to a traditional Mekong Delta lunch at a carefully selected restaurant, featuring dishes prepared from the freshest local ingredients: crispy deep-fried elephant ear fish, braised chicken, hotpot, sour field crab soup, garlic-sautéed morning glory, and more.
The defining moment that truly sets this Mekong Delta tour apart, however, is the real crocodile fishing experience. This is not a simulation — guests hold an actual fishing rod and engage with live crocodiles in a controlled, fully supervised environment. While strict safety protocols ensure complete guest protection, the adrenaline and excitement of the experience make it one of the most talked-about moments of the entire trip.
Strolling Through the Tropical Fruit Orchards
After lunch, guests take a leisurely walk through the verdant fruit orchards of the Mekong Delta. Longan groves, rambutan trees, durian plantations, and the famous Ben Tre Green-Skinned Pomelo orchards flourish here, nourished by the alluvial richness of the Tien and Hau Rivers built up over countless generations.
This is a peaceful, unstructured interval — ideal for a gentle stroll, deep breaths of clean country air, and candid photography in natural surroundings. The accompanying professional photographer from The Rice Travel Group will be on hand to capture the most natural and beautiful moments.
Final Stop: Vinh Trang Pagoda
The journey concludes at Vinh Trang Pagoda — one of the most historically significant, revered, and architecturally remarkable temples in Tien Giang Province and the entire Mekong Delta region.
Founded in the early 19th century, Vinh Trang Pagoda is celebrated for its extraordinary blend of Asian and European architectural styles — a rare synthesis that reflects the layered cultural history of Southern Vietnam. Its expansive grounds, ancient shade trees, tranquil atmosphere, and majestic Buddha statues create a space for quiet reflection and a fitting, contemplative close to a day of rich sensory experiences.
Vinh Trang Pagoda
Why Choose The Rice Travel Group for Your Mekong Delta Tour?
Fully Private — Completely Personalized
Your tour is designed exclusively for your group of up to five guests. No strangers, no fixed group schedules — just flexibility, intimacy, and a journey tailored entirely to you.
Modern 7-Seat Vehicle — Door-to-Door Service
A late-model, air-conditioned 7-seat vehicle picks you up directly in Ho Chi Minh City and returns you to your chosen destination. All transportation logistics are handled seamlessly by The Rice Travel Group.
Dedicated Guide — Deep Cultural Expertise
Our guides are not simply navigators — they are storytellers who bring the culture, history, cuisine, and customs of the Mekong Delta to life. Every destination is interpreted with depth, accuracy, and genuine enthusiasm.
Professional Photographer — Memories That Last a Lifetime
This is perhaps the most distinctive feature of The Rice Travel Group's My Tho – Ben Tre Mekong Delta tour. A professional photographer accompanies your group throughout the entire journey, capturing the most beautiful, spontaneous, and authentic moments using professional-grade equipment. A curated, high-resolution photo collection is delivered to you after the tour.
Practical Travel Tips for Your Mekong Delta Day Tour
To ensure a smooth and fully enjoyable experience, please keep the following in mind:
Clothing: Opt for light, breathable, and comfortable attire in bright colors. When visiting the pagoda, dress modestly and respectfully. Pack a lightweight rain jacket in case of sudden weather changes.
Footwear: Wear flat, comfortable shoes or sandals suitable for walking. Avoid high heels, especially when exploring the islands and boarding sampans.
Health considerations: If you experience motion sickness, food allergies, or any health concerns, please inform The Rice Travel Group in advance so that appropriate support can be arranged.
Personal items: Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. A personal camera is welcome, though with a professional photographer on hand, many guests find they simply enjoy the experience instead.
Book Your Mekong Delta Tour Today
The legendary Tu Linh islands of the Mekong Delta — Con Long, Con Lan, Con Quy, Con Phung — are waiting to be discovered. Don't let this exceptional journey remain only in your imagination.
Contact The Rice Travel Group today for a detailed consultation, a customized itinerary, and booking arrangements for a complete, unforgettable 1-day Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh City.
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Contact Information
Address: Bui Vien Walking Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Booking Hotline: +84 962.333.621 (Zalo / WhatsApp available)
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