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8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach

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Duration: 8 days 7 nights

Start: Ho Chi Minh City

Tour code: SVN8D

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Overview

The 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach begins in Ho Chi Minh City and ends with a transfer from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. The journey connects Saigon’s neighborhood food culture with the rivers and rural communities of Ben Tre, the trading traditions of Can Tho, and the distinctive coastal landscapes of Mui Ne.

Start with a Saigon Motorbike Street Food Experience before travelling into the Mekong Delta for river cruising, traditional craft workshops, narrow-canal rowing and cycling through rural Ben Tre. A stay at Mekong Home adds a more personal local experience with banh xeo preparation and family dinner. Continue to Can Tho for Binh Thuy Ancient House and an early boat trip through Cai Rang Floating Market, where river-based commerce remains part of daily life.

The final part of the tour brings a slower rhythm in Mui Ne, combining the White and Red Sand Dunes, fishing village and Fairy Stream with generous leisure time by the coast. With arranged transfers, included meals on key touring days and a balanced mix of guided experiences and free time, this itinerary suits travelers seeking both cultural depth and a relaxed finish.

Saigon Motorbike Street Food: Explore local Ho Chi Minh City neighborhoods by motorbike and taste Vietnamese street food at selected stalls and small eateries along the way.
Ben Tre River Experience: Cruise along the Ben Tre River and quieter Mekong waterways surrounded by coconut gardens, rural communities and working riverside landscapes.
Traditional Mekong Crafts: Visit local workshops to see brick making, woven-mat production and coconut-based products created through long-established family-run practices.
Mekong Home & Banh Xeo: Stay in the Ben Tre countryside, prepare traditional banh xeo with your hosts and share dinner in a relaxed family setting.
Rural Ben Tre Cycling: Follow small countryside roads through orchards, cultivated gardens and residential communities while observing everyday life away from the main highways.
Cai Rang Floating Market: Experience Can Tho’s river market by motorboat and learn how agricultural produce is traded directly between boats during the morning period.
Mui Ne Landscapes: Explore the White Sand Dunes, Red Sand Dunes, Mui Ne Fishing Village and Fairy Stream across one varied day of coastal sightseeing.
Mui Ne Leisure Time: Enjoy intentionally unscheduled time for the beach, pool, hotel facilities or independent exploration after several days of guided travel.

Places you’ll see

Ben Tre

Can Tho

Binh Thuan

Ho Chi Minh City

Itinerary

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Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, where your driver will meet you for the transfer from the airport to your hotel. After check-in, take some time to rest and settle in before heading out for your first local experience in the city.

In the evening, join a local guide and an experienced motorbike driver for a Saigon Motorbike Street Food Experience. Rather than following the city's main sightseeing routes, ride through local neighborhoods and stop at selected street stalls and small eateries to sample Vietnamese street food while discovering how Saigon residents eat, socialize and spend their evenings. The food tastings throughout the experience make up your dinner.

At the end of the evening, return to your hotel and enjoy the remaining time at leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals

Street Food Tastings

After breakfast, leave Ho Chi Minh City and travel south into Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta, where rivers, narrow canals, coconut gardens and rural communities shape the landscape. Board a local motorboat and cruise along the Ben Tre River, continuing into quieter waterways surrounded by the countryside.

Along the way, stop to see traditional brick making and visit family-run workshops producing woven mats and coconut-based products. Enjoy seasonal fruit during the journey before changing to a small rowing boat for a slower passage through narrow canals shaded by water coconut palms. Lunch is included during the day before you continue with the afternoon program.

Later, continue to Mekong Home and settle into the countryside surroundings. In the evening, spend time with the host family and take part in preparing banh xeo, the crisp southern Vietnamese pancake traditionally made with rice-flour batter and savory fillings. Enjoy dinner with the family, followed by a locally offered foot massage.

Overnight at Mekong Home, Ben Tre.

Meals

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Begin the morning with a guided cycling experience through rural Ben Tre, following small local roads through orchards, cultivated gardens and residential communities away from the main highways. Travelling by bicycle offers a closer view of everyday Mekong Delta life, with opportunities to observe local people tending fruit trees, working in their gardens and moving between neighboring communities. The ride is best suited to travelers comfortable cycling on rural roads; lightweight clothing, suitable footwear and sun protection are recommended, with rain protection useful during wetter periods.

After lunch, leave Ben Tre and continue by road to Can Tho. Before checking in, visit Binh Thuy Ancient House, a historic residence combining traditional Vietnamese architectural features with influences from the colonial period. Period furniture and decorative objects inside add further character to the house.

The evening is free to explore Can Tho independently or choose your own place for dinner.

Overnight in Can Tho.

Meals

Breakfast

Lunch

Set out early by motorboat to experience Cai Rang Floating Market during the morning trading period. Unlike a conventional land-based market, commercial activity takes place directly on the river, where boats carry fruit, vegetables and other agricultural produce. Vendors traditionally use long bamboo poles to display what they are selling, while smaller boats may move between traders offering drinks, snacks and simple breakfast dishes.

As you travel through the market, your guide explains how river commerce has shaped everyday life around Can Tho. Cai Rang remains a functioning local market rather than a staged attraction, so the number of boats and intensity of trading may vary depending on the season, day and local business conditions.

After returning to the pier, leave Can Tho by road and travel back toward Ho Chi Minh City, stopping for an included local lunch along the way. Arrive later in the day and check in to your hotel.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals

Breakfast

Lunch

After breakfast, leave Ho Chi Minh City and travel by private vehicle to Mui Ne, marking a change of scenery from the rivers and orchards of the Mekong Delta to Vietnam's south-central coastline. As you approach Mui Ne, the landscape gradually gives way to sandy terrain and coastal surroundings.

After arrival and hotel check-in, the rest of the day is deliberately left free. Swim, relax by the beach, enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the nearby area independently. If timing and weather are suitable, late afternoon is also a pleasant time for a walk along the coast or to enjoy the sunset.

Overnight in Mui Ne.

Meals

Breakfast

Today is dedicated to exploring the contrasting landscapes of Mui Ne, beginning with the White Sand Dunes, where broad stretches of pale sand create an almost desert-like setting away from the coast. Continue to the Red Sand Dunes, whose warmer tones and more compact landscape provide a noticeable contrast, before visiting Mui Ne Fishing Village to observe fishing boats, basket boats and the everyday working life of the local coastal community.

After an included lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Fairy Stream for an easy walk through the shallow waterway as it winds between sculpted red-and-white sand formations and patches of tropical vegetation. The walk is generally gentle, although the surface can be wet and sandy, so sandals or footwear that is easy to remove are recommended.

Return to your hotel later in the afternoon, with the evening free at leisure.

Overnight in Mui Ne.

Meals

Breakfast

Lunch

Enjoy a completely free day in Mui Ne, with no scheduled sightseeing or guided activities. After breakfast, spend the day at your own pace: swim in the sea, relax by the pool or beach, enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the surrounding area independently.

This Mui Ne leisure day is intentionally kept unscheduled. After several days of travelling and guided experiences, it provides time to slow down and enjoy the coastal part of the journey without following another fixed itinerary.

Overnight in Mui Ne.

Meals

Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast and free time according to your confirmed departure schedule. At the arranged time, meet your driver and travel by road from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for your onward flight.

Your departure transfer will be scheduled around the confirmed flight time, taking into account the road journey and the recommended airport check-in period. Hotel check-out and the amount of free time available on the final day will therefore depend on the individual flight schedule.

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Meals

Breakfast

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting point

Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City , South Vietnam , Vietnam

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End point

Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City , South Vietnam

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Dates & Availability

Adults (12 years old and above)
Children (From 2 to under 12 years old)
Infants (Under 2 years old)

Important Information

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Handpicked accommodation in comfortable double or twin rooms, with daily breakfast
Private air-conditioned road transfers and sightseeing transportation as specified in the itinerary
Guided cycling experience through rural Ben Tre
Mekong Delta motorboat and rowing-boat experiences
Saigon motorbike street food experience
Mui Ne sightseeing: sand dunes, fishing village and Fairy Stream
Experienced local English-speaking guides for scheduled sightseeing
Selected meals as outlined in the daily itinerary
Bottled water and cool towels provided on all excursions
Entrance fees for scheduled sightseeing visits listed in the itinerary
Service charges applied where required

International airfares and any applicable airport taxes
Meals or drinks not specifically outlined in the daily program
Vietnam entry visas where required, depending on your nationality
Personal spending, including laundry, calls, or refreshments outside the itinerary
Travel insurance, which we recommend arranging prior to departure
Any optional activities, services or experiences not specified in the itinerary
Tips for guides and drivers (suggested: USD 3–5 per person per day)

If you need help arranging anything beyond the program, our team will be happy to assist.

Keep your luggage light and stay comfortable. We recommend bringing:
Lightweight and breathable outfits for warm conditions
Comfortable walking shoes suitable for sightseeing and cycling
Sandals or footwear that is easy to remove for the Fairy Stream walk
Sun protection essentials: sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle
Personal care essentials and required medications

Optional: snacks, a camera, and a small daypack for daily excursions.

Don’t worry — we’ll guide you with more details before your trip.

Payment

A 30% deposit is needed to guarantee your booking.
The remaining balance is due at least 10 days before departure.
Once your booking is confirmed, the deposit becomes non-refundable as hotels, guides and local services may be reserved in advance.

Cancellations

In the event of cancellations, the following conditions will apply:
More than 10 days before departure: 30% of total tour price
6–10 days before departure: 50% of the total tour price
3–5 days before departure: 75% of total tour price
Within 3 days before departure or no-show: 100% of total tour price
Cancellation deadlines are calculated based on working days in Vietnam, excluding weekends and public holidays. Please contact our team if your cancellation request falls close to a deadline.

Refunds

Any applicable refunds will be processed after deducting relevant fees and banking charges.
The time it takes to receive your refund may vary based on your payment provider.

Hotel rooms are typically available from 14:00 and should be vacated by 12:00
Early check-in or late check-out is available upon request (subject to availability and surcharge)
Single supplement applies for solo travelers booking a private Vietnam tour
Triple room option is available upon request
The itinerary may be adjusted due to flight schedules, weather conditions, or operational factors
Peak season surcharge: Additional charges may apply for Christmas Eve (24 December) and New Year’s Eve (31 December) Gala dinners
Public holiday surcharge: Applicable during major holidays such as Vietnamese public holidays (Reunification Day 30/4 – Labour Day 1/5, Lunar New Year/Tet)
Passports should be valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into Vietnam
Visa requirements vary according to nationality and remain the responsibility of each traveler
In unexpected situations, adjustments may be made with your comfort and safety in mind.

Children under 2 years old: Free of charge (sharing bed with parents; limited services included)
Children from 2 up to 12 years (exclusive):
90% of the adult tour price (sharing bed with parents)
100% of the adult tour price (extra bed provided)
Children aged 12 years and above: Charged at 100% of the adult tour price
A child’s age is calculated based on the date of travel
Only one child per room is allowed to share a bed with parents (subject to hotel policy)

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about this tour

Where Does The 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour Start And End?

The tour begins in Ho Chi Minh City, where you are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. It continues through Ben Tre, Can Tho and Mui Ne. On Day 8, you travel by road from Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for your onward flight, based on your confirmed departure schedule.

What Is Included In The Saigon Motorbike Street Food Experience?

On the first evening, you join a local guide and an experienced motorbike driver for a street food experience through local Ho Chi Minh City neighborhoods. You stop at selected street stalls and small eateries to sample Vietnamese food while learning about local evening life. The food tastings during the experience make up your dinner.

What Experiences Are Included In Ben Tre?

Your Ben Tre program includes a local motorboat cruise on the Ben Tre River and quieter Mekong waterways, visits to traditional brick-making, woven-mat and coconut-product workshops, seasonal fruit, and a rowing boat ride through narrow canals. You also stay at Mekong Home, prepare banh xeo with the host family and share dinner together.

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Mr.Wacleus | Finland

Apr 10, 2026

Smooth Planning and a Wonderful Southern Vietnam Journey

We had a wonderful experience with Auasia Travel on the 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach. Everything started smoothly from the planning stage. Hannah from the sales team was very responsive whenever we had questions and quickly suggested different options, which made organizing the trip much easier.Once we arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, the ..More
We had a wonderful experience with Auasia Travel on the 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach. Everything started smoothly from the planning stage. Hannah from the sales team was very responsive whenever we had questions and quickly suggested different options, which made organizing the trip much easier.
Once we arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, the tour was well arranged and the itinerary gave us a nice variety of experiences. From the city and Saigon street food experience, we continued into the Mekong Delta, visiting Ben Tre and Can Tho before heading back toward the coast. The journey included local river experiences, countryside scenery and the early morning visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, followed later by a more relaxing stay in Mui Ne.
Tom, our tour guide, made the trip especially enjoyable. He was entertaining throughout the journey and always made an extra effort to make sure we were comfortable and having a good time.
We also appreciated how the tour balanced cultural experiences with time to relax at Mui Ne Beach. Overall, the entire vacation was very enjoyable and smoothly organized. We would happily recommend Auasia Travel to anyone planning a Southern Vietnam tour.
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Tom | Iceland

Mar 20, 2026

A Well-Organized Family Trip Through Southern Vietnam

Our family had a very enjoyable experience with Auasia Travel on this 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach. From the beginning, everything was carefully organized and planned around our requests, which made the whole trip feel easy and comfortable for everyone in the family.The itinerary gave us a good introduction to different sides of ..More
Our family had a very enjoyable experience with Auasia Travel on this 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach. From the beginning, everything was carefully organized and planned around our requests, which made the whole trip feel easy and comfortable for everyone in the family.
The itinerary gave us a good introduction to different sides of Southern Vietnam. We started in Ho Chi Minh City before continuing into the Ben Tre Mekong Delta, where the program included river and countryside experiences. The journey then took us to Can Tho, including Binh Thuy Ancient House and the early morning visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, before returning to Ho Chi Minh City and continuing to Mui Ne.
We especially liked that the final part of the trip had a more relaxed pace. After exploring the White Sand Dunes, Red Sand Dunes, Mui Ne Fishing Village and Fairy Stream, there was also free time to enjoy Mui Ne at our own pace.
Our guides were professional, supportive and always ready to help when needed. Most importantly, everyone in our family was satisfied with the trip. Auasia Travel handled the arrangements very well, and we would happily recommend them to families looking for an organized Southern Vietnam Tour with both cultural experiences and time by the coast.
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Mr.Adrian Harvison | Indonesia

Mar 11, 2026

Seamless Planning and a Wonderful Southern Vietnam Experience

We absolutely loved our 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach with Auasia Travel. From the planning stage, Rosie Nhung made the whole process feel easy and seamless. She was patient, attentive to details and always quick to respond whenever we had questions, which gave us a lot of confidence before the trip even began.The itinerary was very ..More
We absolutely loved our 8-Day Southern Vietnam Tour: Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Beach with Auasia Travel. From the planning stage, Rosie Nhung made the whole process feel easy and seamless. She was patient, attentive to details and always quick to respond whenever we had questions, which gave us a lot of confidence before the trip even began.
The itinerary was very well organized, starting in Ho Chi Minh City with the Saigon street food experience before continuing into the Ben Tre Mekong Delta. From there, the journey moved on to Can Tho, including Binh Thuy Ancient House and an early visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, before returning to Ho Chi Minh City and continuing toward Mui Ne.
We also liked the way the final part of the tour had a slower pace, with sightseeing around the White and Red Sand Dunes, Mui Ne Fishing Village and Fairy Stream, followed by time to relax by the coast.
Overall, the trip was smooth from planning through to the final days in Mui Ne. We really appreciated Rosie’s support and would highly recommend both her and Auasia Travel to anyone looking for a reliable and well-organized Southern Vietnam Tour.
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