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Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour with Airport Pickup & Mekong Delta Light Touch

4.5
14 hours
Start Tan Son Nhat International Airport and end hotel in Ho Chi Minh City Central

About this activity

  • Reserve now & pay laterKeep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
  • Duration 14 hoursCheck availability to see starting times
  • Skip the line through a separate entranceSave up to 2-3 hours
  • Live tour guideEnglish, Vietnamese
  • Private available

Itinerary

  1. 1 starting location options:Tan Son Nhat International Airport (2 hours)
  2. car
  3. Vinh Trang TempleExplorer, In-depth Cultural, Eco, Sightseeing, Boat (45 minutes)
  4. car
  5. Short Mekong River boat tripIn-depth Cultural, River Cruise, Eco, Sightseeing, Boat, Photography (1 hour)
  6. boat
  7. local restaurant in Ben TreRestaurant, Food & Culinary (1 hour)
  8. boat
  9. Coconut candy workshopIn-depth Cultural, Eco, Sightseeing, Shopping, Photography (45 minutes)
  10. car
  11. Boat ride through narrow coconut canalsEco, Sightseeing, Boat, Photography (30 minutes)
  12. car
  13. Ben Thanh MarketWalking Tour, Sightseeing, Historical, Shopping, Photography (1 hour 30 minutes)
  14. walking
  15. local restaurantLocal restautant, Food & Culinary, Relaxing (1 hour 30 minutes)
  16. car
  17. 1 drop-off locations:hotel in Ho Chi Minh City Central (15 minutes)
Map of tour Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour with Airport Pickup & Mekong Delta Light Touch
  • Highlights

    • Exclusive Private Tour with dedicated guide and private vehicle for maximum comfort and flexibility
    • Seamless Tan Son Nhat Airport Pickup right after your flight
    • Explore the peaceful Vinh Trang Temple in My Tho
    • Enjoy a scenic short Mekong River boat trip, passing floating houses and fish farms
    • Visit a traditional coconut candy workshop with live demonstration and tasting
    • Experience the vibrant local life at Ben Thanh Market
    • Savor authentic Vietnamese lunch in the Mekong Delta and dinner in Ho Chi Minh City
    • Professional English or Vietnamese-speaking guide (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
  • Full Itinerary

    This well-balanced full-day private tour combines the best of the Mekong Delta’s serene beauty in the morning with the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon and evening. Perfect for travelers arriving at Tan Son Nhat Airport.

    Airport Pickup: Between 06:30 – 10:00 AM at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (ideal flight arrival 07:00 – 09:00 AM). Our representative will wait with a name sign in the arrival hall.

    09:30 – 10:30: Transfer from airport to My Tho (approx. 1.5 hours).

    10:45 – 11:30: Visit Vinh Trang Temple, one of the largest and most beautiful pagodas in the Mekong Delta, known for its impressive architecture blending Vietnamese, Chinese, and colonial styles.

    11:45 – 12:45: Board a private motorboat for a relaxing cruise on the Mekong River. Enjoy the scenic views of lush greenery, floating houses, and fish farms beneath the stilt houses.

    13:00 – 14:00: Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local riverside restaurant featuring fresh Mekong specialties.

    14:15 – 15:00: Visit a traditional coconut candy workshop. Watch the handmade production process and taste various fresh coconut candy samples.

    15:15 – 17:00: Return to Ho Chi Minh City by private vehicle.

    17:30 – 18:30: Explore the bustling Ben Thanh Market – the most iconic market in Saigon. Shop for local souvenirs, handicrafts, clothing, and street food.

    19:00 – 20:30: Savor an authentic Vietnamese dinner at a carefully selected restaurant in the city center, featuring a variety of traditional dishes.

    Private drop-off: Between 21:30 – 22:00 PM directly at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Tour concludes.

  • Includes

    Guide

    Professional private English-speaking guide

    Meals

    Delicious Vietnamese lunch in Mekong Delta

    Authentic Vietnamese dinner in Ho Chi Minh City

    Transport

    Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the whole day

    Included Activities

    Airport pickup from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

    All entrance fees and boat tickets

    Traditional rowing boat ride in coconut canals

    Coconut candy tasting

    Mineral water (1-2 bottles per person)

    Insurance

    Additional Services

    Drinks other than mineral water

    Travel insurance

    Tips and personal expenses

    Surcharge for Lunar New Year (if applicable)

    Other language guides (upon request with additional fee)

  • Meeting point

    Our professional guide with private vehicle will pick you up directly at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (with a name sign in the arrival hall). After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City.

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  • Important information

    What to bring
    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Sun hat / cap
    • Camera
    • Sunscreen
    • Modest clothing suitable for temples
    Not allowed

    Shorts, short skirts, tank tops or revealing clothing at religious sites

    Know before you go

    This Private Full Day Tour is available daily.

    The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on your exact flight arrival time.

    Children Policy: Child 5–11 years old = 75% of adult rate. Child under 5 years old = Free of charge (FOC, sharing seat and meals with parents). Children taller than 1 meter will pay full entrance fees where applicable.

    The tour involves moderate walking and boat travel.

    Why You Should Book This Tour
    1. Seamless Airport Transfer + Full Day Experience: No stress after a long flight — we pick you up and take care of everything in one well-organized day.
    2. Perfect Mix of Nature & City Life: Enjoy the peaceful Mekong Delta in the morning and the exciting energy of Saigon in the afternoon/evening.
    3. Authentic Local Experiences: Boat cruise, coconut candy workshop, Ben Thanh Market, and two delicious meals — all highlights that independent travel rarely matches.
    4. Private & Personalized: Your own guide and vehicle — flexible pace, no rushing, and personalized attention (ideal for couples, families, or small groups).
    5. Excellent Value & Convenience: Save time and money compared to booking airport transfer, Mekong tour, and city activities separately. Professional service ensures a safe, comfortable, and memorable first day in Vietnam.