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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Be back Ho Chi Minh City (3hrs)