Journey to the serene Con Chim Eco Islet for an authentic taste of Mekong Delta life. This day trip from Ho Chi Minh City immerses you in Khmer culture as you cycle through peaceful village paths and engage in local activities like making herbal drinks. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch using fresh local ingredients, and relax with a traditional herbal foot soak. Explore the stunning Ba Om Pond and visit Ang Pagoda to appreciate the rich Khmer heritage. This tour offers a unique perspective on village life, perfect for travelers seeking cultural depth and authentic experiences in Vietnam.
- Cycle through the picturesque Con Chim Eco Islet, away from mass tourism - Savor a local breakfast ...
Highlights
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking guide, traditional leaf cake making,Herbal leaf drink preparation, Herbal foot soak
A/C Van, Boat trips, Ferry ride to Con Chim Islet, Cycling tour in Con Chim
Nipa palm fruit tasting, Visit Ba Om Pond,Visit Southern Khmer Cultural Museum,visit to Ang Pagoda
Breakfast, lunch
Personal expenses, dinner
Meeting Points
Departure
Viet Fun Travel - Công Ty TNHH Du Lịch Việt Vui
We will pick you up form our office at 4:50am or we will pick you up from your hotel in dits 1, dist 3, dist 4 (please provide your hotel information as name of hotel, hotel address)
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Journey to the serene Con Chim Eco Islet for an authentic taste of Mekong Delta life. This day trip from Ho Chi Minh City immerses you in Khmer culture as you cycle through peaceful village paths and engage in local activities like making herbal drinks. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch using fresh local ingredients, and relax with a traditional herbal foot soak. Explore the stunning Ba Om Pond and visit Ang Pagoda to appreciate the rich Khmer heritage. This tour offers a unique perspective on village life, perfect for travelers seeking cultural depth and authentic experiences in Vietnam.
- Cycle through the picturesque Con Chim Eco Islet, away from mass tourism - Savor a local breakfast ...
Highlights
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English speaking guide, traditional leaf cake making,Herbal leaf drink preparation, Herbal foot soak
A/C Van, Boat trips, Ferry ride to Con Chim Islet, Cycling tour in Con Chim
Nipa palm fruit tasting, Visit Ba Om Pond,Visit Southern Khmer Cultural Museum,visit to Ang Pagoda
Breakfast, lunch
Personal expenses, dinner
Meeting Points
Departure
Viet Fun Travel - Công Ty TNHH Du Lịch Việt Vui
We will pick you up form our office at 4:50am or we will pick you up from your hotel in dits 1, dist 3, dist 4 (please provide your hotel information as name of hotel, hotel address)
05:00 AM – Depart Ho Chi Minh City
Leave the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City behind as the road leads south toward the fertile landscapes of the Mekong Delta. Rice fields slowly appear along the horizon while morning life awakens in the countryside.
3 hours
2
Tra Vinh Province
07:30 AM – Breakfast in Tra Vinh
Wake up to the flavors of the Mekong Delta with a bowl of Tra Vinh’s famous Bún Nước Lèo. This local specialty, influenced by Khmer cuisine, features a rich broth with fresh herbs, shrimp, pork, and rice noodles — a perfect start to the day.
30 minutes
3
cồn Chim
09:00 AM – Ferry to Con Chim Eco Islet
A short ferry ride brings you across the river to Con Chim Islet — a peaceful eco-community where life still follows the rhythm of the river and the seasons.
09:15 AM – Cycling Through Village Life
Pedal along quiet village paths shaded by coconut palms and fruit trees. Here, every stop is a doorway into authentic Mekong culture.
At Co 3 Van’s House, where you prepare a refreshing herbal drink made from “lá sâm,” a traditional cooling leaf known across the delta.
Cycling to Co Ba Sua’s House, learn how locals craft traditional leaf cakes and enjoy them warm with fragrant pandan tea in a house with a naturally cool earthen floor.
Continue your journey with a scenic 2 km cycling route through the village to a local home, where you’ll enjoy freshly made Vietnamese bánh xèo.
These crispy savory pancakes are prepared right on the spot and served with a generous basket of homegrown herbs and vegetables — handpicked from the family garden.
2 hours and 30 minutes
4
cồn Chim
11:30 AM – Countryside Lunch
Share a home-cooked Southern Vietnamese meal made from naturally grown ingredients — simple dishes that reflect the generosity and flavors of the Mekong countryside.
12:30 PM – Herbal Foot Soak & Village Wellness
Cycle deeper into the island to Co Ri’s House for a traditional herbal foot bath. Warm water infused with local herbs helps restore circulation after the ride. Enjoy clay-baked free-range eggs and hot tea — a quiet local wellness ritual.
1 hour
5
Ao Bà Om
01:15 PM – Riverside Nipa Palm Experience
At Co 5 Lien’s House, admire a giant gourd trellis stretching across the garden before learning how locals open fresh nipa palm fruit. Taste the cool fruit served with coconut milk and roasted peanuts.
Then drift gently along the river on a small wooden boat, surrounded by whispering nipa palms and cool delta breezes.
01:45 PM – Return to the Mainland
02:15 PM – Khmer Cultural Heritage in Tra Vinh
Visit the legendary Ba Om Pond, a tranquil lake shaded by ancient trees and tied to Khmer folklore.
Continue to the Southern Khmer Cultural Museum to explore artifacts and stories revealing centuries of Khmer life and traditions in the Mekong Delta.
Finally, admire the stunning architecture of Ang Pagoda — one of the most iconic Khmer temples in southern Vietnam, with intricate carvings and golden rooftops inspired by Angkor design.