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Private Ben Tre River, Local Crafts & Sampan Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City

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Duration: Full day

Start: Ho Chi Minh City

Tour code: BT1D2

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Experience a Relaxing Sampan Ride in Ben Tre

Enjoy Ben Tre's Riverside Scenery Together

Ride a Local Motorbike Cart Through Ben Tre

Discover Traditional Brick Kilns in Ben Tre

Discover Traditional Sampan Rowing in Ben Tre

Enjoy an Authentic Mekong Delta Dining Experience

Glide Through Ben Tre’s Scenic Waterways by Sampan

Learn Traditional Mat Weaving with Ben Tre Artisans

Savor Fresh Tropical Fruits and Local Tea

Discover Traditional Riverside Stilt Houses in Ben Tre

Watch Traditional Cast Net Fishing in Ben Tre

Explore a Peaceful Riverside Garden in Ben Tre

Glide Through Ben Tre's Lush Nipa Palm Canals

Experience Traditional Coconut Husking with Local Villagers

Get Up Close with Ben Tre Honeybees

Watch Local Farmers Harvest Coconuts in Ben Tre

Explore Local Coconut Trading Along Mekong Waterways

Enjoy a Scenic Cycling Adventure in Ben Tre

Admire Ben Tre's Peaceful Coconut-Lined Canals

Discover Colorful Handwoven Mat Crafts in Ben Tre

Cruise Along Ben Tre's Scenic Riverways

Witness Traditional Coconut Coir Processing in Ben Tre

Discover the Art of Traditional Mat Making

Try Traditional Mat Weaving with Local Artisans

Discover Coconut Husk Transport Along Mekong Waterways

Discover Ben Tre's Endless Coconut Palm Groves

Overview

The Private Ben Tre River, Local Crafts & Sampan Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City is a full-day Ben Tre private day tour beginning and ending at your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Ham Luong Pier, then explore the waterways, craft traditions and rural landscapes of Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta.

Cruise the Ben Tre River by local motorboat before visiting a traditional brick-making workshop, a coconut-processing workshop and a family-run mat-weaving workshop, where tea and seasonal fruit are served. Continue through the countryside by local motor cart, passing coconut gardens, orchards and cultivated fields, before enjoying a home-style Vietnamese lunch at the Hai Ho family home.

After lunch, board a traditional rowing sampan for a gentle journey through a narrow, palm-lined canal surrounded by gardens and local homes. Combining private transfers, river travel, traditional crafts and close-up views of rural life, this tour offers international travellers a comfortable and well-paced introduction to Ben Tre.

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Ham Luong Pier, then explore the waterways, craft traditions and rural landscapes of Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta.

Ben Tre River Cruise: Cruise from Ham Luong Pier by local motorboat, passing riverside homes, coconut groves and small boats along the Ben Tre waterways.
Traditional Brick-Making Workshop: Learn how bricks are shaped and fired using long-established local techniques at a traditional workshop in Ben Tre.
Coconut-Processing Workshop: See how coconuts, one of Ben Tre’s important agricultural products, are prepared and used within local village communities.
Family-Run Mat Weaving: Watch local artisans hand-weave traditional mats and enjoy tea and seasonal fruit in the relaxed surroundings of the village.
Ben Tre Countryside: Travel by local motor cart along quiet village roads lined with coconut gardens, orchards, cultivated fields and farming communities.
Home-Style Vietnamese Lunch: Enjoy a local lunch at the Hai Ho family home, followed by time to relax in the peaceful countryside setting.
Traditional Rowing Sampan: Glide slowly through a narrow, palm-lined canal for close-up views of local homes, gardens and smaller Mekong Delta waterways.
Private Ho Chi Minh City Transfers: Travel to and from Ben Tre by private air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and return in central Ho Chi Minh City.

If you are comparing other short excursions from the city, browse our Vietnam day trips for more one-day experiences across the country.

Places you’ll see

Ben Tre

Ho Chi Minh City

Itinerary

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Depart from your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City at around 07:30 and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Ben Tre, a peaceful province of the Mekong Delta known for its waterways, coconut gardens and traditional village industries.

Arrive at Ham Luong Pier at approximately 10:00 and board a local motorboat for a guided cruise along the Ben Tre River. As you travel through the waterways, pass riverside homes, coconut groves and small local boats while gaining a glimpse into everyday life along the river.

Leave the main waterway to visit a traditional brick-making workshop, where you can learn how bricks are shaped and fired using long-established local techniques. Continue to a coconut-processing workshop to discover how coconuts, one of Ben Tre’s most important agricultural products, are prepared and used by local communities.

Your next stop is a family-run mat-weaving workshop, where you can watch local artisans at work and see how traditional mats are produced by hand. During the visit, enjoy tea and seasonal fruit in the relaxed surroundings of the village.

Continue deeper into the Ben Tre countryside by local motor cart, travelling along quiet village roads lined with coconut gardens, orchards and cultivated fields. This slower-paced journey offers a closer look at the rural landscapes and farming communities of the Mekong Delta.

Around midday, arrive at the Hai Ho family home for a home-style Vietnamese lunch. Enjoy your meal in the welcoming atmosphere of a local household before taking some time to relax in the peaceful countryside setting.

After lunch, board a traditional rowing sampan for a gentle ride through one of Ben Tre’s narrow, palm-lined canals. Travelling slowly along these smaller waterways provides an intimate perspective on the gardens, local homes and lush rural scenery that define this part of the Mekong Delta.

At the end of the sampan journey, meet your private vehicle for the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on traffic and local conditions.

Prefer an active countryside experience? Our Ben Tre Mekong Delta Cycling Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City offers a cycling-focused way to explore local villages and rural scenery.

Meals

Lunch

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting point

Your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City , South Vietnam , Vietnam

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End point

Your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City, 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)

Important Information

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Private transport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle throughout the excursion
Local motorboat, motor cart and traditional rowing sampan experiences
English-speaking local guide for your private tour
Entrance fees for the sightseeing visits mentioned in the itinerary
One home-style Vietnamese lunch at the Hai Ho family home
Bottled drinking water and refreshing cold towels during the tour
All relevant taxes and customary service fees

Food and drinks outside the meals specifically stated in the program
Personal expenses and optional purchases of local handicrafts or souvenirs
Gratuities for the guide and driver, offered at guests’ discretion
Any arrangement or service not clearly described in the inclusion list
Public holiday surcharges, if applicable and advised before booking confirmation

Keep your day bag light and comfortable. We recommend bringing:
Comfortable walking shoes or sandals with good grip, as some village paths and workshop areas may be uneven
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water during hot months
A small amount of cash if you would like to purchase local handicrafts or souvenirs
Ask before taking close-up photos of local people or private workshops
Bring cash if you plan to buy handmade incense or silk products

Optional: snacks, a camera, and insect repellent for extra comfort.

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

Payment

A 30% deposit of the total Ho Chi Minh day tour price is required upon booking.
The remaining balance is due at least 10 days before departure.
After the deposit is made, cancellations of the Ho Chi Minh day tour will result in the deposit being non-refundable.

Cancellations

In the event of cancellations, the following conditions will apply:
More than 10 days before departure: 30% of total tour price
5–10 days before departure: 50% of 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
Tour cancellation time is calculated based on working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and New Year.

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.

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off within central Ho Chi Minh City. Kindly provide your accommodation information beforehand
The itinerary may be adjusted slightly depending on traffic, local access, or on-site operating conditions
Public holiday surcharges, if applicable, will be advised before booking confirmation
Vegetarian meals or other dietary requests should be shared in advance

Infants under 2 years old: Free of charge; any required entrance fees are payable directly, if applicable.
Children from 2 to under 12 years old: Charged at 75% of the adult price for this day tour.
Children aged 12 years and above: Charged at the full adult price.
A child’s age is calculated based on the date of travel.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about this tour

Can I Explore More of the Mekong Delta Beyond Ben Tre?

Yes. If you have more time, our 3-Day Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh City continues to Ben Tre, Sa Dec and Can Tho.

For a broader four-day route, consider our 4-Day Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh City, which also explores Long Xuyen and Tra Vinh.

Is This A Private Ben Tre Day Tour From Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes. This is a private full-day tour from central Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta. The itinerary combines private air-conditioned transfers with a Ben Tre River cruise, traditional craft workshops, a local motor cart journey, a home-style Vietnamese lunch and a traditional rowing sampan ride through a narrow canal.

Where Does The Ben Tre Private Day Tour Start And End?

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City at around 07:30. After exploring Ben Tre’s river, craft workshops, countryside and smaller waterways, you return by private air-conditioned vehicle. The tour ends at your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on traffic and local conditions.

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Judith | Finland

Mar 25, 2026

A Seamless and Well-Organized Day in Ben Tre

We had a very smooth and enjoyable experience with Auasia Travel on our private day tour to Ben Tre. Everything was well organized from the beginning, and being picked up from our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City on time made the whole day feel easy and stress-free.The itinerary was well paced. After arriving in Ben Tre, we started with a boat trip along the Ben Tre River ..More
We had a very smooth and enjoyable experience with Auasia Travel on our private day tour to Ben Tre. Everything was well organized from the beginning, and being picked up from our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City on time made the whole day feel easy and stress-free.
The itinerary was well paced. After arriving in Ben Tre, we started with a boat trip along the Ben Tre River before visiting the local brick-making, coconut-processing and mat-weaving workshops. It was nice to experience several different parts of local life without feeling rushed from one place to the next.
The journey through the countryside by local motor cart was another enjoyable part of the day, followed by a home-style Vietnamese lunch at a local family home. After lunch, the traditional rowing sampan through the narrow canals was a relaxing way to finish our time in Ben Tre before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
What stood out most to us was how effortlessly everything came together. Auasia Travel handled the arrangements very professionally, so we could simply enjoy the experience without worrying about the logistics.
For anyone looking for a well-organized Ben Tre private day tour from Ho Chi Minh City with a Ben Tre River cruise, local crafts and a sampan ride, we would happily recommend Auasia Travel.
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Bob | Canada

Mar 17, 2026

Excellent Choice for a Smooth Ben Tre Day Tour

We had an excellent experience with Auasia Travel on our private day tour to Ben Tre. Everything was handled professionally from the booking stage through to the end of the tour, and our pickup from the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City was right on time.The private vehicle was well maintained, and the whole day was very well organized. After reaching Ham Luong Pier, we enjoyed ..More
We had an excellent experience with Auasia Travel on our private day tour to Ben Tre. Everything was handled professionally from the booking stage through to the end of the tour, and our pickup from the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City was right on time.
The private vehicle was well maintained, and the whole day was very well organized. After reaching Ham Luong Pier, we enjoyed the boat trip along the Ben Tre River before visiting the traditional brick-making, coconut-processing and mat-weaving workshops. The different stops were well coordinated and gave us an interesting look at local crafts and daily life in Ben Tre.
We then continued through the countryside by local motor cart, passing the rural landscapes of the Mekong Delta before stopping for a home-style Vietnamese lunch at a local family home. After lunch, the traditional rowing sampan through the narrow canals was a relaxing and enjoyable part of the experience.
What we liked most was how smoothly everything went from start to finish. The tour was well conducted, the arrangements were reliable, and we never had to worry about the logistics.
Auasia Travel did a wonderful job from start to finish. We would happily recommend this Ben Tre private day tour from Ho Chi Minh City to anyone looking for a well-organized Mekong Delta private tour with local crafts, river scenery and a traditional sampan ride.
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Sandi | Italy

Mar 06, 2026

A Wonderful and Well-Organized Day in Ben Tre

We had a wonderful experience with Auasia Travel on our private day tour to Ben Tre. From the initial arrangements to the end of the day, everything was well organized and went according to schedule. Communication was clear throughout, which made the whole experience feel easy and stress-free.We were picked up from our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and travelled to Ben Tre, ..More
We had a wonderful experience with Auasia Travel on our private day tour to Ben Tre. From the initial arrangements to the end of the day, everything was well organized and went according to schedule. Communication was clear throughout, which made the whole experience feel easy and stress-free.
We were picked up from our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and travelled to Ben Tre, where the day began with a boat trip along the Ben Tre River. From there, we visited the traditional brick-making, coconut-processing and mat-weaving workshops. It was an interesting way to see some of the local crafts and everyday activities that are still part of life in this area.
The tour then continued through the Ben Tre countryside by local motor cart before stopping for a home-style Vietnamese lunch at a family home. After lunch, we enjoyed a peaceful ride in a traditional rowing sampan through one of the narrow, palm-lined canals before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Everything was so well organized, which really stood out to us. Everything flowed smoothly, and we always felt that the arrangements were being handled carefully.
We would absolutely recommend Auasia Travel to anyone considering a Ben Tre private day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. It was a relaxed and well-planned Mekong Delta private tour with river scenery, local crafts and a memorable sampan experience.
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